Applications are invited from interested and eligible candidates for the following Positions. Interested Eligible candidates fulfilling the criteria may submit their applications in the prescribed format along with the detailed CV / As per the Norms.

🏢 NAME OF THE INSTITUTION

NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE EDUCATION AND RESEARCH BHUBANESWAR

🏫 ABOUT INSTITUTION

The National Institute of Science Education and Research (NISER) Bhubaneswar is an autonomous research institution under the Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India. Located in Jatni, Khurda, Odisha, NISER is dedicated to advancing scientific research and education in various fields.

💼 DESIGNATION / JOB POSITION

• Research Associate – I

🎯Project Details

• Project Title – “Quantum Computing using neutral atoms”
• Funded by – DST
• The above position is purely temporary for a period till 31st March 2027 and it may be extended based on satisfactory performance and subject to extension of the project. The project is likely to be extended till 31st March 2031. The position is strictly co-terminus with the project. It would, therefore, not confer any right/ claim, implicit, or explicit for consideration/ absorption against any NISER post.   
• Principle Investigator – Dr. Ashok Mohapatra

🎓 QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE / REQUIREMENT

Essential Qualifications: PhD in Physics or a relevant area from a recognized institute.

The details of the required qualifications & experience along with other relevant information are available on the Institute Website.

🏆 SALARY / REMUNERATION / PAY SCALE ₹

Monthly Emoluments: ₹58,000/- pm plus HRA as per rules

💺 JOB LOCATION

Jatni, Khurda, Odisha, India

📝 HOW TO APPLY

Selected candidates are required to appear online for the Interview (The link will be shared later). They need to upload the duly filled-in application form given in page 2-3 of this advertisement, along with the copies of all the Educational Certificates (starting from 10th) and latest CV using the google form https://forms.gle/hBXVWef6kKzYQbRGA by 21.09.2026, 10.00 am. For any clarification please contact Dr. Ashok Mohapatra via email a.mohapatra@niser.ac.in. Shortlisted candidates may be called for physical interview at NISER if needed. No TA/DA will be paid to the candidate, for appearing in the interview or joining the position 

project description visit https://sites.google.com/niser.ac.in/qnlo/projects/nqm-qc

📅 IMPORTANT DATE

The last date for receiving applications is On or Before 21st September 2026.

📫 CONTACT INFORMATION

📌 ADDRESS FOR COMMUNICATION

NISER, Jatni, Khurda, Odisha 752050, India

📣 OFFICIAL SOURCE / REFERENCE

The National Institute of Science Education and Research Bhubaneswar invites applications from eligible candidates for the Research Associate position.

Research Associate Recruitment: View Official Notification

Reference: https://www.niser.ac.in/readpdf.php