Institute of Advanced Study in Science and Technology (IASST)
The Institute of Advanced Study in Science and Technology (IASST), Guwahati, an autonomous institute under the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India, has released Advertisement No. 527, inviting applications from highly qualified, motivated, and research-driven individuals for faculty positions at various levels.
This recruitment drive is part of IASST’s strategic initiative to expand its multidisciplinary research and academic capacity in frontier areas of life sciences, chemical sciences, data science, and physical sciences. The institute seeks individuals who have demonstrated academic excellence, leadership in research, and a strong commitment to teaching and institutional development.
🏛 About IASST
Established in 1979 and taken over by the DST in 2009, IASST has grown into a premier research institute focusing on interdisciplinary and translational research in frontier areas such as biotechnology, bioinformatics, nanoscience, materials science, natural product chemistry, environmental science, and plasma physics. It houses world-class facilities and innovation platforms like BioNest-IASST and ISVEC, fostering entrepreneurship and industry collaboration.
The institute promotes academic freedom, encourages collaborative research, and supports an ecosystem that empowers faculty to lead innovation and research excellence.
📋 Vacant Positions
| Post | Pay Level | Age Limit | Reservation |
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| Associate Professor-II | Level 13 (₹1,18,500 – ₹2,14,100) | 50 years | OBC-NCL (1), UR (1), EWS (1) |
| Associate Professor-I | Level 12 (₹78,800 – ₹2,09,200) | 45 years | UR (2), OBC-NCL (1) |
| Assistant Professor-II | Level 11 (₹67,700 – ₹2,08,700) | 40 years | UR (1) |
🎓 Disciplines and Specializations
IASST seeks applications in, but not limited to, the following areas:
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Life Sciences: OMICS, Phytopharmaceuticals, Bioinformatics, Healthcare Data Science, Sericulture, and Computational Biology
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Data & Computer Science: Deep Learning, NLP, AI on the Edge, Reinforcement Learning, Data Privacy & Security
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Chemical Sciences: Polymer Chemistry, Environmental Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, Natural Product Chemistry
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Physics & Material Sciences: Plasma Physics, Quantum Materials, Computational Condensed Matter Physics
📌 Essential Qualifications & Experience
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Master’s degree with First Class (or equivalent) and a Ph.D. in the relevant area.
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Assistant Professor-II: Minimum 3 years of post-Ph.D. experience.
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Associate Professor-I: Minimum 6 years post-Ph.D. with proven research and teaching credentials.
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Associate Professor-II: Minimum 10 years post-Ph.D., including 5 years at the level of Assistant Professor-II or equivalent. At least one Ph.D. student should be awarded under the applicant’s guidance.
🌟 Desirable Attributes
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Strong record of publications (minimum 3–10 high-quality refereed papers depending on position).
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Principal Investigator or Co-PI in sponsored research projects.
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Demonstrated teaching capabilities in core and advanced courses.
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Evidence of leadership, Ph.D. mentorship, patent filings, industrial collaboration, and active involvement in academic societies.
💼 Why Join IASST?
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Research-Driven Environment: Access to cutting-edge research infrastructure and funding support.
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Interdisciplinary Focus: Collaborate across departments and with national/international institutions.
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Innovation Ecosystem: Opportunities to commercialize research through IASST-hosted incubators like BioNest.
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Pay Protection & Perks: Central Government allowances, pay protection, consultancy opportunities, and generous research grants.
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Academic Freedom: Independent research, flexible teaching engagements, and performance-based growth.
📄 Application Guidelines
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Apply online within 30 days from the date of advertisement (published 15 May 2025).
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Submit three recommendation letters, including one from your Ph.D. supervisor.
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Include a 1,000-word summary of post-Ph.D. research and a 2,000-word future research proposal aligned with IASST’s focus areas.
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Government/Semi-Government employees must apply through the proper channel with a No Objection Certificate.
🔗 Apply Online Now
👉 https://iasst.res.in/web/index.php?vs=8gtua2qrlz49o5shdkl5lfopeddnisgoupajp94d91
https://iasst.res.in/web/index.php?vs=zrh2cn9bfpewotu887pie94v7p72amf6uidre15t9p
⚠️ Important Notes
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Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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No TA/DA will be paid for attending interviews.
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IASST reserves the right to cancel or modify the recruitment process without assigning reasons.
If you’re a dedicated academic, innovator, or researcher aiming to contribute to impactful science and technology development, this is your opportunity to be part of one of India’s premier research institutions.
To apply for this job please visit iasst.res.in.
