Senior Technical Assistant

What is the Senior Technical Assistant post at IISER Mohali?

The Senior Technical Assistant is a Group B non-teaching position responsible for providing technical support for the operation and routine maintenance of advanced analytical instruments like CHNS analyser, solvent extractor/digestor, LC-ICP-MS, IC, UV-Vis Spectrophotometer, and Py-GC-MS.

What is the minimum educational qualification required?

Candidates must possess a B. Tech / B.E. or M.C.A. / M. Tech. / M.Sc. (CS or IT) with first class or equivalent grade, OR a Master’s Degree in Science with at least 55% marks or its equivalent grade in a relevant discipline.

Is any experience required for this job?

Yes, the candidate should have worked for at least 5 years in Pay Level-6 of experience in Central / State Govt. / Semi Govt. / PSU / Govt. Autonomous Organization/ Govt. Universities/ Govt. Institutes of National Importance / reputed scientific or technical organizations.

What is the selection process?

The selection process will be based on the criteria fixed by the Institute, which may include a written test, skill test, or interview. Candidates are advised to check the official website for updates on the scheme of examination.

What are the key responsibilities?

• Operation and routine maintenance of analytical instruments.
• Assisting in sample preparation, analytical measurements, and data acquisition for academic and industry users.
• Ensuring adherence to standard operating procedures and laboratory safety practices.
• Proper chemical and waste management.