INDIAN STATISTICAL INSTITUTE
Kolkata- 700 108
No.PU/507/ADV/710 28 August 2025
Indian Statistical Institute (ISI), Kolkata is inviting applications from highly motivated and eligible candidates for the
recruitment of one (01) Project Associate - I (Nematology) and one (01) project Associate - I (Machine Learning) purely on
temporary basis to work full time in the project titled “Machine learning for Image-based identification of nematodes - a novel paradigm
in biodiversity assessment and precision agriculture” funded by the DBT, Government of India and to be carried out at the Agricultural &
Ecological Research Unit and Computer Vision and Pattern Recognition Unit, Kolkata of the Institute.
Qualifications : Project Associate - I (Nematology):
Essential: M.Sc. in any discipline of Biology (or) equivalent degree with minimum 60% marks or
equivalent grade. Provisional degree at the time of joining is acceptable. Previous work experience
with nematodes.
Desirable: Research experience with root knot nematodes and handling of perineal patterns; Basic
understanding of nematode taxonomy; Experience in conducting nematode specific field sampling;
Published peer review journal article.
Pay :
(i) ₹31000/- (Rupees thirty-one thousand only) plus House Rent Allowances as per the rules of the
Institute per month based on valid CSIR/UGC-JRF/ NET/ GATE Qualified National Level Test
conducted by Central Government departments and their agencies.
(ii) ₹25000/- (Rupees twenty-five thousand only) plus House Rent Allowances as per the rules of the
Institute per month for others who do not fall under (i) above.
Tenure of appointment : The duration of the appointment is initially till 31 March 2026 from the date of his/her joining the
institute which may be extended later/terminated earlier based on performance and availability of the
required fund. The position is co-terminus with the project.
Age : Should not exceed 35 years as on 21 September 2025. Usual relaxation for
SC/ST/OBC/Women/differently abled candidates as per Government of India rules. Age may be
relaxed for exceptionally bright candidates with relevant experience.
Eligible and interested candidates are requested to submit application using the following link “Application for Project
Associate - I” latest by 21 September 2025.
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