Instructor (Humanities) – IISc
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 2
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Contract, Full Time
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹67,000 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: Ph.D. in Sociology, Political Science, History, or Economics with two years of post-Ph.D. experience.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Minimum 2 years of post-Ph.D. experience required; candidates with less experience may be considered for Research Associate designations.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Upto 35 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The Instructor (Humanities) role at IISc Bangalore is designed for scholars in Sociology, Political Science, History, or Economics to integrate social science perspectives into a technical curriculum. With 2 vacancies available, successful applicants will lead tutorial sessions and assist in the preparation of multidisciplinary course materials for undergraduate students. This position provides a unique academic space to bridge the gap between humanities and core science/technology disciplines at India's leading science institute.
- Candidates with a multidisciplinary Ph.D. background are highly encouraged to apply for these humanities positions.
- The role involves significant interaction with undergraduate students through tutorial classes and evaluation of academic performance.
- Applicants must have completed their Ph.D. and possess two years of relevant post-doctoral experience for the full pay scale.
- The selection process primarily involves an interview, though a written test may be conducted if the number of applicants is high.
- The contract is subject to medical fitness and can be terminated by either side with one month's notice.
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Additional Salary Information
Consolidated salary of ₹67,000 per month plus House Rent Allowance (HRA).
Important Dates
Selection Process
Shortlisting of candidates based on qualifications and experience In-person Interview Written Test (only if circumstances arise)
Application Fees
No application fee mentioned
Reservation
Total 2 vacancies (UR-01, OBC-01)
How to Apply
- Visit the official IISc recruitment portal for temporary positions.
- Fill out the online application form with accurate personal and academic details.
- Attach required certificates for age, category, qualification, and experience.
- Submit the application on or before the deadline of 10.07.2026.
- Keep a printout of the submitted application form for future reference.
- Do not send any hard copies to the institute.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are a total of 2 vacancies available for the Instructor (Humanities) position.
Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview; a written test may be conducted under specific circumstances.
The maximum age limit for this role is 35 years as of the last date of application.
