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The Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IITGN) Research & Development Office has invited online applications for 1 temporary position of Project Associate II (Physics) under Prof Manish Jain at the Center for Creative Learning. The consolidated monthly remuneration ranges from Rs 50,000 to Rs 90,000 depending on qualifications and experience. The appointment is for a duration of 1 year, and eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official recruitment portal by 19/11/2026.

IITGN Project Associate II (Physics) at a Glance

The official notification does not specify the application fee, age limit, or house rent allowance.

About IITGN Project Associate II (Physics)

The recruitment is conducted by the Research & Development Office at the Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar for the Center for Creative Learning. The project focuses on advancing school STEM education through hands-on and inquiry-based learning, requiring self-driven and creative Physics educators to design rigorous learning modules and coordinate school testing.

Vacancy Details

There is a total of 1 vacancy available for the Project Associate II (Physics) post under the Center for Creative Learning project.

Who Can Apply

Essential Qualification

• M.Sc. in Physics or B.Tech./B.E. in Physics-related engineering/technical field with a minimum of 02 years of post-qualification experience. OR
• B.Sc. with Physics subject with a minimum of 06 years of post-qualification experience.

The percentage/grade points with respect to the academic qualification will be a minimum 60% or equivalent grade from graduation onwards and 55% or equivalent grade in class 10th and 12th.

Desirable Qualification and Background

We are seeking a self-driven and creative Physics educator with a strong desire to work in school STEM education through hands-on and inquiry-based learning.

Desirable Background:

• Experience in teaching Physics to students of grades 8-12 (eg., TGT, PGT, CBSE, IB, IGCSE, ICSE and state boards).
• Good communication and facilitation skills; professional fluency in spoken-written English and spoken Hindi; good digital documentation skills.
• Experience in designing/conducting physical experiments, hands-on activities, use of lab instruments.
• 1 year experience in writing textbook chapters, or making learning modules for grades 8-12 in ed-tech.

Pay and Tenure

The consolidated monthly remuneration is Rs 50,000 to 90,000 per month, determined by the qualification and experience of the candidate. House Rent Allowance per month (If applicable) is NA. The duration of the appointment is 1 year under Institute norms.

IITGN Project Associate II (Physics) Job Description

Main responsibilities include, though not limited to:

• Create high-quality rigorous hands-on Physics modules for grades 6-12 Physics and update/organise the resource repository.
• Adapt-make-test-optimise the activities/ models/prototypes.
• Documentations of manuals, chapters, worksheets, presentations, videos, articles.
• Convert relevant activity for models ready to use in schools with product specifications.
• Coordinate and conduct the testing of content in schools.

How to Apply for IITGN Project Associate II (Physics)

Candidates must submit their applications through the designated online portal. Contact: Prof Manish Jain, [email protected].

1. Visit the official recruitment portal at http://recruitment.iitgn.ac.in/projectstaff/.
2. Complete the online application form with the required details before the last date.
3. Submit the application online on or before 19/11/2026.

Important Dates

Important Instructions

• Merely meeting the minimum eligibility criteria will not guarantee the shortlisting and/or appointment.
• A higher cutoff level may be used.
• The Institute reserves all rights, not to call an applicant for a selection test or not to fill up a position through this round of selection process without assigning any reason.

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