CSIR Scientist Recruitment 2025: Explore Research & S&T Management Career Opportunities

Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) - Recruitment & Assessment Board (RAB) for Scientist positions. Offering a Level 11 pay scale and approximately ₹1,32,660/- monthly emoluments, this recruitment drive announces 11 vacancies across various disciplines. Aspiring researchers and S&T professionals are encouraged to apply online before the deadline of March 22, 2025.

Key Highlights of CSIR Scientist Recruitment 2025

• Organization:Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), Recruitment & Assessment Board (RAB)

• Advertisement Number: CSIR-RAB/01/2025

• Post Name: Scientist

• Total Vacancies: 11

• Pay Level: Level 11 (as per 7th CPC)

• Approximate Monthly Emoluments: ₹1,32,660/-*

• Mode of Application: Online

• Starting Date for Online Application: February 17, 2025 (10:00 AM)

• Last Date for Online Application: March 22, 2025 (11:59 PM)

Vacancy Details: Category-wise Scientist Posts

Post-wise Essential Qualifications and Job Responsibilities for Scientist

Scientist Post Code-1

• Essential Qualification:

  • B.Tech in Electrical/ Electronics/ Instrumentation Engineering or equivalent with a Post Graduate degree in Intellectual Property Law (1st class or 60% aggregate/equivalent GPA).

  • OR M.E./M.Tech in Electrical/ Electronics/ Instrumentation Engineering or equivalent.

  • OR Ph.D. (Engg.) Submitted in Electrical / Electronics/ Instrumentation Engineering or equivalent.

• Desirable Experience: Intellectual Property Law, Patent Searches, Patent Analysis, Patent drafting, Market data analysis, market intelligence.

• Job Responsibilities: Facilitating technically feasible R&D, Patent filings, Market positioning of products/ Technologies/ Patents, and prior Art Analysis to support CSIR.

Scientist Post Code – 2

• Essential Qualification:

  • M.E./ M.Tech in Information Technology / Information and Communications Technology/ Computer Science or equivalent.

  • OR Ph.D. (Science/ Engineering) Submitted in Information and Communications Technology/ Computer Science or equivalent.

• Desirable Experience: Software Application/ Development, System Administration, Computer Networking, GOI policies/guidelines in ICT areas.

• Job Responsibilities: System and Network Administration/ Maintenance of network servers, Website development and updation, VPN gateways, e-mail facilities management, Software Development, Database Management, Cyber Security, and Implementation of GOI policies & guidelines.

Scientist Post Code-3

• Essential Qualification:

  • M.E./ M.Tech in Information Technology / Information and Communications Technology/ Computer Science or equivalent.

  • OR Ph.D. (Science/ Engineering) Submitted in Information and Communications Technology/ Computer Science or equivalent.

• Desirable Experience: HTML, Linux/Unix environments, Java, JavaScript, Angular JS, Spring & Hibernate frameworks, Postgres database, CSS, IDEs (Eclipse/SQL), Code versioning tools.

• Job Responsibilities: Software development and data mining for CSIR-TKDL web applications, Server management at various locations.

Scientist Post Code-4

• Essential Qualification:

  • B.Tech in Chemical Engineering/ M.Sc. in Chemical Sciences or equivalent with a Post Graduate degree in Intellectual Property Law (1st class or 60% aggregate/equivalent GPA).

  • OR M.E./M. Tech in Chemical Engineering/ Chemical Sciences or equivalent.

  • OR Ph.D. (Science/ Engineering) Submitted in Chemical Engineering / Chemical Sciences or equivalent.

• Desirable Experience: R&D or Industry Experience in relevant field, SCI publications/ Patents, Project planning and management, R&D management.

• Job Responsibilities: R&D Management, Project Planning, Monitoring and Execution related to technology networking and business development, including PPP models.

Scientist Post Code – 5

• Essential Qualification:

  • B.Tech in Chemical Engineering/ M.Sc in Chemical Sciences or equivalent with a Post Graduate degree in Intellectual Property Law (1st class or 60% aggregate/equivalent GPA).

  • OR M.E./M. Tech in Chemical Engineering/ Chemical Sciences or equivalent.

  • OR Ph.D. (Science/ Engineering) Submitted in Chemical Engineering / Chemical Sciences or equivalent.

• Desirable Experience: Development/deployment of chemical technologies, Project/Technology development and management in Chemical Technologies/ Chemical Sciences.

• Job Responsibilities: R&D Management in technology development, Networking with Industries/ Ministries/ NGOs/ SHGs, Technology Commercialization/ Deployment.

Scientist Post Code - 6

• Essential Qualification:

  • B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent with a Post Graduate degree in Intellectual Property Law (1st class or 60% aggregate/equivalent GPA).

  • OR M.E./M.Tech in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.

  • OR Ph.D (Engg.) submitted in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.

• Desirable Experience: Intellectual Property Law, Patent Searches, Patent Analysis, Patent drafting, Market data analysis, Market intelligence.

• Job Responsibilities: IP Examination, Protection and Management, Invention disclosure analysis, Inventor counseling, Prior art searching and evaluation, Patent drafting, filing, and prosecution.

Scientist Post Code-7

• Essential Qualification: Ph.D. submitted in any field of Science/ Engineering.

• Desirable Experience: Post Graduate Diploma in HRM/R&D Management, Capacity Need Analysis, Training Program Development, Multimedia Content creation.

• Job Responsibilities: Capacity Need Analysis, Gap identification, Design and execution of capacity building programs.

Scientist Post Code-8

• Essential Qualification: Ph.D. (Science) submitted in Life Sciences or equivalent.

• Desirable Experience: Research Experience in Life Science, S&T management, Science policy and administration.

• Job Responsibilities: Project Review & Monitoring, Report preparation, Coordination of scientific activities, Fellowship/research scheme information management, Report preparation for research committees.

Scientist Post Code-9

• Essential Qualification: Ph.D. (Science) submitted in Life Sciences or equivalent.

• Desirable Experience: Research experience in Life Sciences (publications), S&T management/policy/administration.

• Job Responsibilities: Science Administration and Management, Scientific Recruitment and Assessment Processes, Coordination with organizations/Experts, Scientific report review and evaluation.

Scientist Post Code-10

• Essential Qualification:

  • M.E./M.Tech in Chemical Engineering/ Material Engineering/ Science or equivalent.

  • OR Ph.D. (Engg.) Submitted in Chemical Engineering / Material Engineering or equivalent.

  • OR Ph.D. (Science) Submitted in Chemical Sciences/ Material Sciences or equivalent.

• Desirable Experience: Industry or R&D experience in relevant field, SCI publications/ Patents, Project management/R&D management certification.

• Job Responsibilities: Financial and R&D management, Project Planning, Monitoring, Evaluation and Execution.

Age Limit: Maximum Age for Scientist Posts

• Upper Age Limit: 32 years

  • Age will be reckoned as on the last date of submission of the online application, i.e., 22-03-2025.

  • Age Relaxation: Please refer to the detailed advertisement for information on age relaxation for reserved categories.

Salary and Emoluments: Scientist Pay Scale

• Pay Level: Level 11 (as per 7th CPC)

• Approximate Total Emoluments: ₹1,32,660/-* per month (inclusive of Basic Pay, DA, HRA, TA etc. in Class 'X' City).

  • Emoluments are approximate and may vary based on location and applicable allowances.

Important Dates: Keep Track of Application Timeline

• Online Application Starting Date: February 17, 2025 (10:00 AM)

• Online Application Last Date: March 22, 2025 (11:59 PM)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about CSIR Scientist Recruitment

• What is the designation offered in this recruitment? The designation offered is Scientist, under Pay Level 11, providing an excellent opportunity for research and S&T management careers within CSIR. This role involves contributing to various scientific and technological advancements under the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research.

• What is the salary scale for the Scientist position? The Scientist position is under Pay Level 11 as per the 7th CPC, with approximate total monthly emoluments of ₹1,32,660/-. This includes Basic Pay, Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and Transport Allowance (TA), and the exact amount may vary based on the posting location and applicable city classification.

• Where can I find the detailed advertisement and apply for these posts? The detailed advertisement, including terms and conditions, and the online application link are available on the official CSIR RAB website: https://rab.csir.res.in/. You can also find a web-link on the main CSIR website: https://www.csir.res.in. All important updates and announcements will be published exclusively on the CSIR RAB official website.

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