CSIR Central Salt and Marine Chemicals Research Institute Project Assistant II: Seaweed cultivation and valorisation

CSIR Central Salt and Marine Chemicals Research Institute invites applications for Project Assistant II for the project “Seaweed cultivation and valorisation”. The appointment is based at Mandapam Camp, Tamil Nadu, and is a temporary research or project engagement. The notice specifies 1 vacancy/vacancies. The work produces elite Kappaphycus alvarezii material and cultivates it in the open sea under HCP-0024 Phase III, work package 2. Applicants need BSc Botany, Marine Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Oceanography, Microbiology or Marine Science; maximum age 35 with CSIR relaxation. Seaweed culture/cultivation experience is desirable. The source quotes Rs 20,000 per month plus admissible HRA. The stated appointment period is co-terminus with the project; combined CSIR project engagement capped at six years. These are project-specific conditions: the required subject, examination, relevant experience and specialist skills should be read together before submitting an application. Candidates should provide accurate educational and employment details supported by certificates; a broad qualification category by itself does not establish eligibility for the advertised work. Download and complete the official application DOCX. Attend the walk-in interview at CSIR-CSMCRI Marine Algal Research Station, Mandapam Camp 623519, on 12 October 2026 at 9:30 AM. Bring a photograph, originals and copies of qualification, age and experience documents and an NOC if employed in the stated public organisations. The application deadline is 2026-10-12. Applicants should retain a copy of their completed submission and watch their active email address for shortlisting or interview communication. Meeting the minimum conditions does not guarantee selection. The official advertisement remains the authority for detailed conditions, documentary checks and any institute-issued changes to the recruitment process.