Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur Recruitment 2026 – Senior Project Engineer
The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur) has released an official advertisement for the recruitment of a Senior Project Engineer under the National Centre for Flexible Electronics (NCFlexE). This recruitment is purely on a temporary and contractual basis for a specialized project related to thin film electronics.
Advertisement Number: P.Rect./R&D/2026/036
Reference No: SCDT/FlexE/2026/002
Post Details
| Job Title | Senior Project Engineer |
| Number of Positions | One (01) |
| Employment Type | Temporary and Contractual |
| Tenure | Initially for one year. The appointment may be extended up to three years based on requirement and performance. |
| Salary Range | Rs. 38,800 – 3,200 – 96,400 per month (Based on qualification) |
Job Location
| Room No. | 305 |
| Institution | Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur |
| City | Kanpur |
| State | Uttar Pradesh |
| Postal Code | 208016 |
| Country | India |
Important Dates
- Last Date for Submitting Online Application: On or before 09 March 2026
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet one of the following qualification and experience requirements relevant to thin film electronics.
Minimum Qualification and Experience
- Ph.D. (Engineering Stream)
- OR M.Tech with 3 years of relevant experience
- OR B.Tech with 5 years of relevant experience
Desirable Qualification and Expertise
- Experience after Ph.D. in thin film related areas
- Hands-on experience with thin film deposition techniques such as PVD, CVD, ALD, and coating processes
- Experience with electrical and optical characterization techniques including I-V, C-V, ellipsometry, microscopy, profilometry, AFM, and SEM
- Experience working in Class 10000 and better cleanroom environments
- Familiarity with electro-optical properties of thin film encapsulations for electronic devices such as photovoltaics and OLEDs
Nature of Work and Responsibilities
- Development of thin film encapsulation for electronic devices on glass and polymer substrates
- Supporting installation and maintenance of thin film deposition equipment such as CVD and PVD systems
- Designing experiments for process development
- Developing standard operating procedures (SOPs) and implementing quality standards
- Preparation of technical presentations and reports
Application Process
The application must be submitted strictly online. Applications submitted through any other mode will not be accepted.
- Visit the official application portal.
- Apply for the post of Senior Project Engineer.
- Use Reference No. SCDT/FlexE/2026/002 while filling out the online application form.
- Submit the completed application form on or before 09 March 2026.
No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
Selection Process
The selection process will be based on an interview. Candidates shortlisted as per eligibility criteria will be invited for the interview. No travel allowance (TA) or daily allowance (DA) will be provided for attending the interview.
Age Limit
Age limit details are not mentioned in the official notification.
Reservation Details
Reservation details are not mentioned in the official notification.
Application Fees
Application fee details are not mentioned in the official notification.
Contact Information
| Room Number | 305 |
| Institution | Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur |
| City | Kanpur |
| Postal Code | 208016 |
| Country | India |
