Applications are invited from interested and eligible candidates for the position of Project Assistant at the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Tirupati. This opportunity is ideal for individuals passionate about ecological research and conservation, offering a chance to work on a project that integrates bioacoustics and LiDAR technologies.
🏢 NAME OF THE INSTITUTION
INDIAN INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE EDUCATION AND RESEARCH TIRUPATI
🏫 ABOUT INSTITUTION
The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Tirupati is an autonomous institution of national importance established by the Ministry of Education, Government of India. It is dedicated to promoting high-quality science education and research across the country.
💼 DESIGNATION / JOB POSITION
- Project Assistant
🎯 PROJECT DETAILS
- Project Tile: “Bioacoustics Workshop Description This project uses bioacoustics and LiDAR technologies to monitor biodiversity, assess habitats, support ecological research and conservation, and develop datasets and training materials for workshops”.
- Funding Agency: Bioacoustics Workshop
- Principal Investigator: Dr. Robin V. Vijayan
- Project Code: 30524181
- Tenure: The initial offer will be for six months and renewable subject to satisfactory performance. The position is temporary and co-terminus with the project.
🎓 QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE / REQUIREMENT
Essential: Graduate degree/B.Sc. with at least 50% or equivalent grade. Desirable: Valid 2-wheeler and 4-wheeler driving license, at least one year of fieldwork experience in ecological or wildlife research, experience in field data collection, monitoring, and analysis, particularly with bird songs and LiDAR data.
The details of the required qualifications & experience along with other relevant information are available on the Institute Website.
🏆 SALARY / REMUNERATION / PAY SCALE ₹
INR 20,000 + 9% HRA
💺 JOB LOCATION
IISER Tirupati, Venkatagiri Road, Srinivasapuram-Jangalapalli, Yerpedu Mandal, Tirupati 517619
📝 HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates should bring their application form in the prescribed format available in this advertisement. No other application form will be accepted.
Applicants should bring a passport-size photographs and photocopies of relevant certificates and other testimonials in support of age, qualification, experience etc. will be collected.
The applicant will be responsible for the authenticity of information submitted / documents and photographs. It is the responsibility of the candidate to assess his / her own eligibility to the post(s) for which he/she is appearing in accordance to this advertisement. If it is detected at any time in future, during the process of selection or even after appointment that the candidate was not eligible as per the prescribed eligibility criteria in this advertisement, which could not be detected at the time of selection for whatsoever reason, his/her candidature/appointment shall be liable to be cancelled/terminated immediately.
📅 IMPORTANT DATE
Walk-in-Interview Date & Time: September 15, 2026, 11:30 AM,
📫 CONTACT INFORMATION
🌐 WEBSITE
📌 ADDRESS FOR COMMUNICATION
Department of Biology, IISER Tirupati, Venkatagiri Road, Srinivasapuram-Jangalapalli, Yerpedu Mandal, Tirupati-517619, Andhra Pradesh
📣 OFFICIAL SOURCE / REFERENCE
Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Tirupati invites applications from eligible candidates for the Project Assistant position.
Project Assistant Recruitment: View Official Notification
Reference: https://www.iisertirupati.ac.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Advt_662026.pdf
This opportunity at IISER Tirupati is a significant step for those looking to advance their careers in ecological research. The position offers a unique chance to contribute to important conservation efforts using cutting-edge technologies.
