IIT Guwahati Project Scientist II Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 1 Post

Age Limit

• Not explicitly stated in the notification; refer to official portal for the exact age criteria.

Educational Qualifications

• PhD in Human Geography from a recognized university.

Experience and Publications

• Minimum 3 years of research experience after PhD or equivalent project experience.
• Minimum 5 publications in peer-reviewed journals relevant to environmental studies or human geography.

Desirable Skills

• Field research capabilities including interviews, FGDs, transect walks, participatory mapping, and documentation of community practices.
• GIS & Remote Sensing expertise for analyzing land-use change, drainage networks, canal systems, hydrological pathways, and ecological boundaries.
• Data analysis, manuscript preparation, and effective scientific communication.
• Stakeholder engagement with government agencies and local institutions.
• Strong teamwork and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Important Dates

• Application Deadline: 18-02-2026 at 5:00 PM
• Shortlist Notification: 20-02-2026
• Online Interview: 24-02-2026 at 10:00 AM (Webex)

Application Fees

• No application fee mentioned in the notification.

How to Apply

1. Visit the IIT Guwahati Research & Development Recruitment Portal.
2. Search for the project title “Peri-Nature Water Regimes and Nature.”
3. Register and complete the online application form with all required details.
4. Submit the online application through the portal.

Supporting Documents

Submit a scanned CV via email containing:

• All educational qualifications with marks/grades
• Detailed research experience and project involvement
• List of publications (peer-reviewed journals, conferences, books)
• Complete contact address and phone number
• Email address
• Date of birth
• Any other relevant certifications

Selection Process

• Application screening and shortlisting based on eligibility and qualifications
• Shortlist notification on 20-02-2026
• Online interview on 24-02-2026 via Webex
• Final selection communicated via email

Terms and Conditions

• Contractual, 11 months with possible extension based on performance and funding
• Based at IIT Guwahati campus, Assam
• Fieldwork and occasional weekend hours may be required
• IIT Guwahati reserves right to modify or cancel the recruitment process.