Published: Jan 08 2026•Author: Admin
Cotton University Recruitment 2026 - Project Assistant (18 Posts)
Cotton University invites applications for 18 temporary Project Assistant positions under the ANRF-PAIR Grant titled 'JNU-PAIR Network on Science for Sustainable Future'.
Job Overview
Organization
Cotton University
Total Posts
18 Posts
Salary Range
Rs. 20,000/- + 20% HRA per month
Qualification
B.Tech or B.E, B.sc, M.sc, BCA, Other, Any Master degree
Application Start Date
January 06, 2026
Last Date to Apply
January 20, 2026
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Salary |
|---|---|
| Project Assistant (Molecular and Synthetic Biology Theme) | Rs. 20,000/- + 20% HRA |
| Project Assistant (Advanced Materials Theme) | Rs. 20,000/- + 20% HRA |
| Project Assistant (Environmental Sustainability Theme) | Rs. 20,000/- + 20% HRA |
Eligibility Criteria
- 1Project Assistant - Molecular and Synthetic Biology Theme - Position 01 Qualification: MSc in Inorganic Chemistry with 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/PH) or equivalent CGPA from a UGC-recognized University.
Experience: Experience in the synthesis of coordination polymers (CP).
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Recognition: - 2Project Assistant - Molecular and Synthetic Biology Theme - Position 02 Qualification: MSc in Inorganic/Organic Chemistry with 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/PH) or equivalent CGPA from a UGC-recognized University.
Experience: Prior experience in Organic and Inorganic synthesis preferred.
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Recognition: - 3Project Assistant - Molecular and Synthetic Biology Theme - Position 03 Qualification: MSc in Organic/Inorganic Chemistry with 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/PH) or equivalent CGPA from a UGC-recognized University.
Experience: Experience in synthesis of inorganic-organic hybrid materials.
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Recognition: - 4Project Assistant - Molecular and Synthetic Biology Theme - Position 04 Qualification: Post Graduate degree in professional Courses (MCA/ M. Tech.) in first division both at Graduate and Post Graduate level.
Experience: Prior experience in application of AI in Bio-medical imaging/other imaging techniques.
Skills: Strong knowledge of Python programming, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, familiarity with PyTorch, Tensorflow, Keras, Sklearn, OpenCV, pandas.
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Recognition: - 5Project Assistant - Molecular and Synthetic Biology Theme - Position 05 Qualification: MSc Chemistry with 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/PH) or equivalent CGPA from a UGC-recognized University.
Experience: Prior experience in synthesis of organic compounds and nanomaterials.
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Recognition: - 6Project Assistant - Molecular and Synthetic Biology Theme - Position 06 Qualification: M.Sc. in Chemistry with 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/PH) or equivalent CGPA from a recognized university/institute.
Experience: Research experience in organic synthesis and familiarity with aggregation-induced emission (AIE) molecule design.
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Recognition: - 7Project Assistant - Molecular and Synthetic Biology Theme - Position 07 Qualification: MSc in Inorganic Chemistry with 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/PH) or equivalent CGPA from a UGC-recognized University.
Experience: Prior experience in handling synthesis.
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Recognition: - 8Project Assistant - Advanced Materials Theme - Position 08 Qualification: M.Sc. Physics, with specialization in solid state physics or semiconductor physics.
Experience: Experience with Nanomaterials, knowledge of hydrogen as fuel.
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Recognition: - 9Project Assistant - Advanced Materials Theme - Position 09 Qualification: M.Sc. in Physics (not earlier than 3 years) with minimum 60% marks from a recognized university.
Experience: Experience in material synthesis or willingness to work on material synthesis and characterization. Research publications preferred.
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Recognition: - 10Project Assistant - Advanced Materials Theme - Position 10 Qualification: M.Sc. in Physics with a minimum of 60% marks from a recognized university.
Experience: Experience in Carbon-based materials synthesis and their energy storage applications.
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Recognition: - 11Project Assistant - Advanced Materials Theme - Position 11 Qualification: MSc in Inorganic Chemistry with 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/PH) from a UGC-recognized University.
Experience: Experience in synthesis of inorganic-organic hybrid materials and comprehensive analysis of spectroscopic data.
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Recognition: - 12Project Assistant - Advanced Materials Theme - Position 12 Qualification: M.Sc. in Chemistry with a minimum of 55% marks or equivalent CGPA from a recognized university/institute.
Experience: Research experience in organic synthesis and familiarity with photophysical measurements and spectroscopic techniques.
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Recognition: - 13Project Assistant - Advanced Materials Theme - Position 13 Qualification: MSc in Inorganic Chemistry with 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/PH) or equivalent CGPA from a UGC-recognized University.
Experience: Experience in handling Gaussian09.
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Recognition: - 14Project Assistant - Advanced Materials Theme - Position 14 Qualification: M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry with a minimum of 55% marks or equivalent CGPA from a recognized university/institute.
Experience: Experience in handling organic synthesis.
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Recognition: - 15Project Assistant - Environmental Sustainability Theme - Position 15-18 Qualification: Post Graduate in Botany/Zoology/Environmental Biology and Wildlife Sciences/Environmental Science/Biotechnology/Molecular Biology and Biotechnology/Biochemistry; with minimum 55% marks or equivalent CGPA, and with wet lab experience.
Experience: Good experience in lab and field experiments related to environmental chemistry or plant stress biology, especially regarding metalloid toxicity in crop plants; proven skill in handling basic and sophisticated instruments; handling biomedical samples preferred.
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Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| GENERAL | -- |
| OC | -- |
| SC_ST_BC_EWS_PwD_ExServicemen | -- |
| Mode of payment | -- |
Selection Process
- 1 Shortlisting based on qualifications
- 2 Offline interview (no TA/DA will be provided)
Document Required
- 1 Detailed CV
- 2 Master degree certificates only
- 3 Experience certificates
- 4 Other supporting documents (single PDF file)
Age Limit
| Category | Description |
|---|---|
| General | -- |
| Manager Level | -- |
| Relaxation | SC/ST/BC/EWS: PH: Others: |
How to apply
- 1Apply via Google form at ANRF PAIR@cottonuniversity.ac.in
- 2Submit detailed CV and supporting documents in a single PDF file.
- 3Ensure Master degree certificates and experience documents are included.
- 4Application must be submitted within 15 days from the date of advertisement publication on the University website.
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