Advertisement Number: P.Rect./R&D/2025/165

Applications are invited for two posts of Project Scientist under the project entitled “Towards Moisture Resistant Paper Packaging Solutions”

Essential Qualification: Ph.D. or M.Sc. with four-year relevant experience

Desirable Experience/Higher Qualification: Candidate having hands on experience in processing biodegradable polymers, antimicrobial assays, cell culture, testing (tensile, UV-VIS spectroscopy) and barrier properties (WVTR, OTR) will be given preference. Candidate should know the basics of polymer science and technology, Proficiency in written and spoken English is mandatory. Experience in scientific writing.

Salary Range: 31,600 - 2600 - 78400

No. of Post: 01

The position is temporary for one year

Last Date for Application: Those interested must submit their application on plain paper with resume, list of three references and copies of professional academic records (mark sheet/Certificate) to reach the undersigned latest by 19-08-2025. Application via hard copy will be only consider. Please mention the P.Rect/R&D/2025/165 for Project Scientist on the envelope.

Dr. Vivek Verma
418 Faculty Building
Department of Materials Science & engineering
Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur
Kanpur 208016