CSIR-NEERI Recruitment 2026: Project Associate-I Positions (1 Vacancy)

This role is ideally suited for recent M.Sc. graduates in Botany, Forestry, Ecology, or related environmental science fields who are looking to gain practical research experience within a prestigious government institution. Candidates who have qualified national level exams like CSIR-UGC NET or GATE are particularly advantaged, qualifying for higher emoluments. It's perfect for individuals keen on field work, data collection, and contributing to environmental impact assessments on a temporary, project-specific basis, especially those residing in or willing to relocate to Nagpur.

Candidates seeking permanent government employment or long-term career stability should not apply, as this is a purely temporary, project-specific position. Individuals without the specified M.Sc. qualifications, or those awaiting their final semester results/Ph.D. submission, are ineligible. Those looking for a role with a high number of vacancies or immediate progression beyond a project associate position might find this opportunity limited.

Working at CSIR-NEERI, a constituent laboratory of CSIR, offers significant institutional prestige and exposure to high-level environmental research projects. While the role itself is temporary and co-terminus with a specific project, it provides invaluable experience in a national research setting, enhancing a candidate's profile for future academic or research positions. It serves as an excellent foundation for a career in environmental science but offers limited direct long-term growth within this specific contractual engagement.