IIT Guwahati Project Scientist - I Recruitment 2026 (1 Post)

This role is ideal for experienced researchers or engineers holding a Ph.D. or Master's degree with 3+ years of R&D experience, or a Bachelor's degree with 10+ years of industrial experience, particularly in Electronics, Computer Science, IT, or Agriculture. The candidate should be passionate about contributing to a cutting-edge project involving blockchain, IoT/AI/ML, and solar-powered mushroom production, aimed at community upliftment. A strong fit would be someone seeking short-term (11-month) project engagement within a prestigious academic institution, eager to gain valuable project-specific experience.

Individuals looking for permanent government employment, long-term career stability within a single organization, or those who require relocation assistance/TA-DA for interviews will find this role unsuitable due to its contractual and short-term (11-month) nature. Candidates without the specified academic qualifications or without significant specialized experience in the listed technological domains should not apply.

Working as a Project Scientist at IIT Guwahati, a highly reputed institution, offers significant prestige and a conducive environment for advanced research. While the role itself is contractual and project-bound, the experience gained on such an innovative and socially impactful project can substantially boost a professional's profile and open doors for future research or industry opportunities. Growth is primarily in terms of expertise development and project portfolio enhancement rather than direct career progression within the institute.