Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), Chandigarh Recruitment 2025

Organization

English: Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) – Institute of Microbial Technology (CSIR-IMTech), Chandigarh

Hindi: वैज्ञानिक एवं औद्योगिक अनुसंधान परिषद (सीएसआईआर) – सूक्ष्मजीव प्रौद्योगिकी संस्थान (सीएसआईआर-आईएमटेक), चंडीगढ़

Designation

English: Director, CSIR-Institute of Microbial Technology

Hindi: निदेशक, सीएसआईआर – सूक्ष्मजीव प्रौद्योगिकी संस्थान

Location and Address Details

• City: Chandigarh
• State / UT: Chandigarh
• Country: India
• Postal Code (HQ Address): 110001
• Street / Mailing Address (for application submission): Director Recruitment Cell, Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), Anusandhan Bhawan, 2, Rafi Marg, New Delhi – 110001
• Work Location / Institute: CSIR-Institute of Microbial Technology, Chandigarh
• Base Salary: Level 15 of the Pay Matrix (₹1,82,200 – ₹2,24,100) with admissible allowances
• Employment Type: Full-time, Tenure-based (6 years or until superannuation, whichever is earlier; renewable only in exceptional cases)

Important Dates

Application Process

Applicants / Nominators must submit a detailed bio-data highlighting scientific and translational contributions, along with a list of publications, patents, and other achievements. A brief bio-data in the proforma provided in the notification must also be completed and sent.

• By Email: drc.hqrs@csir.res.in
• By Post: Director Recruitment Cell, CSIR, Anusandhan Bhawan, 2 Rafi Marg, New Delhi – 110001

Applicants must also submit the detailed proforma including information such as educational qualifications, research experience, awards, publications, patents, contributions, referees, and a vision statement for CSIR-IMTech.

Eligibility Criteria

• Essential Qualifications:
  • Ph.D. in Natural Sciences
  • OR Master’s Degree in Engineering / Health / Medical Sciences (Ph.D. desirable for Engineering background)
• Experience: At least 16 years of R&D experience with a focus on translational research in relevant areas, along with demonstrated excellence in leadership.
• Additional Requirements: Recognized scientist / technologist with proven contributions in technology development, IP creation, and publications; ability to manage multidisciplinary R&D teams and foster innovation.
• Relaxation: Qualifications, age, and experience may be relaxed for exceptionally meritorious candidates with DG, CSIR approval.

Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 45 years
• Maximum Age: 56 years (as on last date of application)
• Relaxation: Possible for exceptionally meritorious candidates with approval from DG, CSIR

Reservation Details

No specific reservation details are mentioned in the notification. The post is open for all eligible candidates.

Application Fees

No application fee is mentioned in the notification.

Selection Process

• Scrutiny and evaluation of applications / nominations
• Shortlisting by a Search-cum-Selection Committee
• Final appointment by CSIR as per applicable rules
• Tenure: Up to 6 years or till superannuation, whichever is earlier (renewable only in exceptional cases)
• Directors may be considered for placement as Scientist ‘H’ / Outstanding Scientist in CSIR

Benefits / Perks

• Provision to share revenue from external contract R&D, consultancy, and S&T services (as per CSIR rules)
• Residential accommodation and transport facilities (as per rules)
• Medical and other facilities (as per CSIR rules)

Helpline / Contact Information

• Email: drc.hqrs@csir.res.in
• Postal Address: Director Recruitment Cell, CSIR, Anusandhan Bhawan, 2, Rafi Marg, New Delhi – 110001

Other Important Notes

• Tenure: 6 years or until superannuation, whichever is earlier (renewal only in exceptional cases)
• Experience shall be computed from the beginning of the candidate’s research career
• Applicants must submit detailed information including awards, patents, publications, contributions, supervised dissertations, and referees

Official Links

• Official Website: http://www.imtech.res.in
• Official Notification Link: Download Official Notification (PDF)