IISER Tirupati Research Associate Recruitment 2026: Walk-in on 5 Oct, Fellowship up to Rs 58,000

Early-career researchers in ecology and evolutionary biology have a postdoctoral opportunity at one of India’s premier science institutes. The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Tirupati has advertised a Research Associate-I position under the project “Biogeography of Birds – Peninsular India” (Advt. No. 76/2026). The walk-in interview is on 5 October 2026 at 10:00 AM, and PhD thesis-submitted candidates can also attend.

IISER Tirupati Research Associate Recruitment 2026 – Highlights

Post-wise Vacancy Details

Who Can Apply

Indian nationals with a PhD in any area of science and skills relevant to the project can apply. Those who have submitted their PhD thesis and are awaiting the award can also apply, but at the lower fellowship. Candidates must show evidence of high-quality research during or after their PhD.

Educational Qualification

• Essential: Ph.D. in any area of Science with skills relevant to the project (thesis-submitted candidates may apply).
• Desirable: Experience in evolutionary biology, population genomics, phylogenomics, landscape genomics or conservation genomics; proficiency in R/Python/Bash and bioinformatics or computational genomics workflows; ability to collaborate with and mentor undergraduate, Master’s and PhD students.

Age Limit

Not more than 40 years as on the closing date of the advertisement.

Application Fee

No application fee is mentioned.

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Salary

Selection Process

• Walk-in interview on 5 October 2026 at 10:00 AM, Department of Biology, IISER Tirupati.
• If many candidates attend, a Screening Committee may shortlist based on qualifications and experience above the minimum.
• The selected candidate must join immediately on receipt of the offer.
• No TA/DA is paid for the interview.

Documents Required

• Application in the prescribed format (attached with the advertisement)
• Passport-size photograph
• Photocopies of certificates for age, qualification and experience
• PhD degree certificate, or a letter confirming thesis submission with viva pending
• Evidence of research (publications)

Important Dates

How to Apply

1. Download the prescribed application format from the advertisement.
2. Fill it and attach a photograph and photocopies of all relevant certificates.
3. Attend the walk-in interview on 5 October 2026 at 10:00 AM at the Department of Biology, IISER Tirupati, Venkatagiri Road, Srinivasapuram-Jangalapalli, Yerpedu Mandal, Tirupati – 517619.

Why You Should Apply

This is a postdoctoral-level role in bird biogeography and genomics at an Institute of National Importance, with pay up to Rs 58,000 plus HRA – a strong step for researchers building a career in ecology and evolution.

Preparation Tips

• Prepare a short research talk on your PhD work, highlighting population or phylogenomic analyses.
• Show examples of your R/Python/Bash bioinformatics pipelines.
• If your PhD is not yet awarded, carry the thesis-submission letter to be considered at the Rs 42,000 level.

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FAQs – IISER Tirupati Research Associate Recruitment 2026

Q1. How many posts are there?

One post of Research Associate-I.

Q2. When is the walk-in interview?

5 October 2026 at 10:00 AM, Department of Biology, IISER Tirupati.

Q3. What is the fellowship?

Rs 58,000 + 9% HRA with the PhD certificate; Rs 42,000 + 9% HRA if the PhD is awaited.

Q4. Can thesis-submitted candidates apply?

Yes, with a letter from the competent authority confirming submission and pending viva.

Q5. What is the age limit?

Not more than 40 years as on the closing date.

Q6. How long is the position?

Initially 6 months, renewable on satisfactory performance, and co-terminus with the project.