Project Scientific Officer D – IMSc
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 1
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Contract
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹122,700 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: PhD in Science, Mathematics, Science/Mathematics Education or a related field.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in research, science communication, or teaching.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Upto 40 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Apply Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The Project Scientific Officer D position at IMSc Chennai is a high-level research and outreach role based at IIT Palakkad under the Vigyan Pratibha Project. This professional will lead teacher development workshops and create innovative learning units for science and mathematics to be tested across diverse school environments. It is an excellent opportunity for PhD holders to bridge the gap between advanced scientific research and school-level education while working within a prestigious national institute framework. Candidates will need strong academic competence and a genuine sensitivity toward the learning needs of students from urban, rural, and tribal backgrounds.
- This role involves significant coordination with in-service teachers to develop and test new curricula in various schools.
- The position is purely on a contract basis with a fixed tenure up to November 10, 2026.
- Candidates with prior degrees in education or proficiency in local languages like Malayalam or Hindi will receive preference.
- The selection process involves initial shortlisting followed by a mandatory online interview for qualified applicants.
- Applicants must submit their CV and a covering letter via email to vpchennai@imsc.res.in by the July 30 deadline.
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Additional Salary Information
Consolidated salary of ₹1,22,700 per month (all inclusive with no other allowances).
Important Dates
Selection Process
Shortlisting of candidates based on qualifications Online Interview Written Test (for specific roles) Hands-on Test (for technical roles)
Application Fees
No application fee mentioned
Reservation
1 UR vacancy; standard GoI reservation norms apply for selection shortlisting.
How to Apply
- For Project positions (Table I & II): Email your CV and covering letter to the specific email ID provided for the project.
- For Technical Assistant and Trainee positions (Table III & IV): Apply online through the specific URLs provided in the notification.
- Ensure the subject line of the email follows the format: Application for the Project Position (Name of Position) of Advt.02-R/IMSc/2026.
- Submit applications on or before 2400 hrs on 30.07.2026.
- Include writing samples or relevant certificates where specified in the job description.
Frequently Asked Questions
The consolidated salary for this position is ₹1,22,700 per month.
Candidates must have a PhD in Science, Mathematics, or Science/Mathematics Education.
A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in research, science communication, or teaching is required.
