Science Media Centre Recruitment — Technical Officer and Technical Assistants, Advt. 85/2026
Three science-media roles at IISER Pune
Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Pune is conducting walk-in interviews for three temporary contractual Science Media Centre positions under advertisement 85/2026, dated 30 October 2026. There is one Technical Officer / Lead opening, one Technical Assistant for Video Post-Production & Editing, and one Technical Assistant for Graphic Design & Science Illustration. Indian nationals meeting the relevant criteria can attend on 18 November 2026.
Technical Officer / Lead: science communication and technical writing
This position requires a master’s degree in Science in any discipline, Mass Communication, Journalism or Content Writing from a recognised university/institute. Applicants need at least three years of demonstrated leadership experience in science communication, scripting educational videos, grant-proposal writing, institutional reports and digital outreach strategies. A science PhD with scientific research understanding and expertise in interviewing scientists, science writing and public engagement is desirable. Work includes leading content creation, visual-storytelling frameworks, scripts, grant applications, annual reports and media communications. Consolidated pay is ₹45,000–50,000 per month based on qualifications and experience; the maximum age is 35.
Technical Assistant: video post-production and editing
Applicants need a bachelor’s degree in Visual Communication, Mass Communication or Media Production, or any graduate degree with a diploma in Video Editing / Post-Production from a recognised institute. At least one year of hands-on video editing, audio mixing, colour grading and asset-management experience is required. Proficiency in Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve or Final Cut Pro is essential; educational or online-lecture editing is desirable. Duties cover video lectures, MOOC and outreach content, audio synchronisation, basic motion graphics, multi-camera assembly and archiving. Consolidated pay is ₹32,000–35,000 per month based on qualifications and experience; the maximum age is 30.
Technical Assistant: graphic design and science illustration
This role accepts a master’s degree in Fine Arts, Visual Communication, Graphic Design or Science, or a bachelor’s in Fine Arts / Visual Communication with a diploma in Animation/Graphics. At least one year of proven experience creating scientific illustrations, schematics, journal cover art, infographics and 2D/3D visual assets is required, together with hands-on experience in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Blender or Maya. Work includes scientific diagrams, publication graphics, cover art and assets for digital media and educational modules. Consolidated pay is ₹32,000–35,000 per month based on qualifications and experience; the maximum age is 30.
Location, tenure and eligibility date
All three appointments are at IISER Pune and initially last one year. Extension is subject to satisfactory performance and position requirements. These are temporary positions with no claim to absorption. Age, qualifications and experience are assessed as on the walk-in date, 18 November 2026. Age relaxation may be considered for qualifications or experience above the advertised requirements with prior approval of the competent authority; it is not an automatic blanket extension.
Walk-in date, reporting time and venue
Attend on Wednesday, 18 November 2026, reporting at 10:00 a.m. IST, at C-101, Guest House, IISER Pune Campus. Candidates reporting after 10:30 a.m. will not be considered. This is a walk-in process; the official page’s “Apply now” link provides the prescribed form rather than replacing physical attendance with an online job application.
What to bring
Open the official advertisement page and download the application form using “Apply now”. Bring the duly completed form, all originals and one set of self-attested copies of the date-of-birth certificate, educational mark sheets and certificates from Class 10 onward, experience certificates listed in the application, and government-issued photo identification. Also carry one recent passport-size colour photograph.
Selection and preparation
Minimum qualifications and experience do not guarantee consideration at every selection stage. When attendance is large, screening may restrict the interview pool using relevant qualifications and experience above the minimum. State your complete relevant credentials in the form. A concise selection of role-relevant work can help you prepare to discuss your experience; the notice does not prescribe a separate portfolio format. No TA/DA is paid. The institute may vary vacancies, use a waiting list if a selected candidate does not join or later resigns, and will not entertain interim correspondence. Check the official page for updates before travelling.
