IIT Jammu Project Officer Recruitment 2026 – Central Instrument Facility (Water Testing Lab)

IIT Jammu Project Officer Recruitment 2026 – Central Instrument Facility (Water Testing Lab)

Indian Institute of Technology Jammu (IIT Jammu) has announced recruitment for the position of Project Officer – Central Instrument Facility (Water Testing Lab) on an outsourced basis.

The recruitment offers a consolidated monthly salary of INR 45,000–55,000, with an initial appointment duration of one year, extendable based on performance and institutional requirements.

Position Overview

About the Opportunity

IIT Jammu, through its outsourcing agency, invites online applications from qualified candidates for the position of Project Officer at the Central Instrument Facility (Water Testing Lab).

The position is suitable for candidates with academic qualifications in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Chemistry or allied disciplines, along with relevant professional experience.

Candidates with practical experience in laboratory operations, analytical instrumentation and research facilities are particularly encouraged to apply.

Essential Qualifications

Candidates must satisfy either of the following qualification and experience requirements.

Option 1: Engineering Qualification

• M.Tech. degree in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering or allied engineering branches.

• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience in any of the following:

  • Academics (Teaching)

  • NABL/accredited laboratory

  • Research facility

  • Industry

• Minimum 60% marks or equivalent CGPA in the qualifying degree from a recognized university/institute.

Option 2: Science Qualification

• M.Sc. degree in Environmental Sciences, Chemistry or an equivalent qualification in an appropriate field.

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in:

  • Academics (Teaching)

  • NABL/accredited laboratory

  • Research facility

  • Industry

• Minimum 60% marks or equivalent CGPA in the qualifying degree from a recognized university/institute.

Desirable Qualifications and Experience

Preference will be given to candidates with hands-on experience operating analytical laboratory equipment, including:

• Gas Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS)

• High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)

• Spectrophotometer

• Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer

• Other relevant analytical instruments

Practical experience with laboratory instrumentation will be advantageous during the recruitment process.

Salary and Remuneration

The selected candidate will receive a consolidated monthly salary ranging from:

INR 45,000 to INR 55,000 per month

The advertisement does not specify additional allowances or benefits.

Appointment Duration

The initial engagement will be for one year.

The appointment may be extended annually depending on:

• Performance of the selected candidate

• Institutional requirements

The position will be filled through an outsourcing agency.

Age Limit

Maximum Age: 37 Years

Candidates should refer to the official recruitment instructions for any applicable age-related provisions.

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates must submit their applications online through the outsourcing agency's recruitment process.

Applicants should:

1. Refer to the recruitment advertisement bearing Outsource Reference HR-80.

2. Check their eligibility against the prescribed educational qualifications and experience requirements.

3. Complete the online application process according to the official instructions.

4. Submit the application within the notified deadline.

Application Deadline: Not mentioned in the provided advertisement.

Official IIT Jammu Website: https://www.iitjammu.ac.in/

Candidates should consult the official recruitment announcement for the application portal, closing date and selection instructions.

Job Domain

Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Chemistry, Water Testing, Analytical Chemistry, Laboratory Management, Research Instrumentation

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