The CSIR – Central Salt & Marine Chemicals Research Institute (CSMCRI), Bhavnagar, is inviting highly qualified and motivated candidates to apply for the positions of Project Associate – I and Senior Project Associate under a prestigious DST-sponsored project focused on advanced Vanadium Redox Flow Battery development. These are purely temporary research roles within the Membrane Science and Separation Technology Division, offering an exceptional opportunity to work on cutting-edge energy storage technology. Applicants must possess an M.Sc. in Chemistry or B.E./B.Tech in relevant engineering disciplines, with a preference for those having prior R&D experience. Remuneration ranges from ₹25,000 to ₹42,000 + HRA, depending on qualifications and project involvement.
Interested candidates must submit their application in the prescribed format by 14 May 2025 via email to rknagarale@csmcri.res.in, attaching all relevant academic, experience, and identity documents in a single PDF. The selection process includes shortlisting followed by an online interview, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. This recruitment offers an excellent platform for those seeking to contribute to national energy research, build a strong scientific profile, and engage with a premier CSIR laboratory. Don’t miss this chance to be part of a high-impact government R&D project in the energy and materials domain.
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📌 Vacancy Details
1. 🧪 Project Associate – I
- No. of Posts: 2
- Educational Qualification:
- M.Sc. in Chemistry
- OR B.E./B.Tech in Chemical, Mechanical, or Automobile Engineering
- Desirable: Knowledge or experience in membrane science, electrochemical systems, or flow batteries.
- Fellowship:
- ₹31,000 + HRA (with GATE/NET or equivalent qualification)
- ₹25,000 + HRA (without national-level qualification)
- Upper Age Limit: 35 years
2. 🧬 Senior Project Associate
- No. of Posts: 1
- Educational Qualification:
- M.Sc. in Chemistry (or equivalent) from a recognized university
- Experience: Minimum 3 years of research experience in R&D, academic, or industrial institutions.
- Fellowship: ₹42,000 + HRA
- Upper Age Limit: 40 years
Age relaxation applicable as per CSIR/Govt. of India rules.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | April 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 14 May 2025 |
| Mode of Interview | Online |
| Interview Schedule Notification | To be communicated via email to shortlisted candidates |
📄 Application Procedure
- Interested candidates must submit the prescribed application form along with:
- Scanned copies of educational qualifications
- Age proof
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- Experience certificate (if any)
- All documents must be combined into a single PDF file.
- Send your application via email only to:
📧 rknagarale@csmcri.res.in
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✅ Selection Process
- Shortlisting will be done based on qualifications and experience.
- Shortlisted candidates will be informed via email for the online interview.
- Final selection will be based on performance in the interview and relevance of experience.
⚠️ General Instructions
- The engagement is purely temporary, and the selected candidates will not have any claim for regular appointment.
- Incomplete applications or applications without supporting documents will be rejected.
- The institute reserves the right to cancel or modify the recruitment process without assigning reasons.
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