CSIR-IMMT Recruitment 2026: 57 Project Assistant & Associate Vacancies

This opportunity is ideal for ambitious science and engineering graduates or postgraduates, including PhD holders, who are seeking temporary research-oriented project positions within a prestigious national laboratory. Candidates with backgrounds in Chemistry, Computer Science, Geology, Physics, Material Science, Microbiology/Biotechnology, or various Metallurgical, Mechanical, Chemical, and Mineral Engineering disciplines, with or without prior research experience (depending on the post), will find relevant openings. It is particularly suitable for those looking to gain valuable R&D exposure, work on cutting-edge projects, or build a career stepping stone in the scientific domain, with potential for project extension based on performance.

Individuals seeking permanent government employment should not apply, as these positions are strictly temporary, project-based, and co-terminus with project duration, offering no right to regularization. Candidates awaiting results for their essential qualifications are ineligible. Those unwilling to travel or relocate temporarily outside Bhubaneswar for project needs should also reconsider. The roles are highly specialized; applicants whose research domain or qualifications do not align precisely with the project requirements, or who cannot meet the stipulated experience criteria for Associate and Senior Associate roles, will find it difficult to qualify.

Working at CSIR-IMMT (Institute of Minerals & Materials Technology), a constituent laboratory of the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR), offers significant institutional prestige. It provides an excellent platform for contributing to national scientific projects, particularly in minerals, materials, and associated technologies. While the positions are temporary, the experience gained is highly valued in both academic and industrial R&D sectors. These roles are often stepping stones for further academic pursuits (Ph.D., Postdoc) or entry into permanent research roles, offering good professional growth and networking opportunities within India's scientific community. The projects are diverse, ensuring exposure to a wide range of advanced research methodologies and applications.