Project Technical Support III

Tuberculosis Screening Biosensor – Scaling and Testing for Deployment.” Eligible candidates can apply online, with the last date for submission of the online application being November 6, 2026. Full details on eligibility, pay, and the application procedure are provided below.

Institution Profile

The Indian Institute of Technology Madras is known both nationally and internationally for excellence in technical education, basic and applied research, innovation, entrepreneurship and industrial consultancy. A faculty of international repute, a highly motivated and brilliant student community, excellent technical and supporting staff and an effective administration have all contributed to the pre-eminent status of IIT Madras. The Institute is proud to bear the laureate of being No.1 engineering university in India. More recently, IIT Madras has been given the title of Institute of Eminence.

Employment Type

Temporary, Contract Basis (ICMR Sponsored Project)

Post Name/Designation

Project Technical Support III, Department of Applied Mechanics and Biomedical Engineering

Project Title: Urine-based Non-invasive Tuberculosis Screening Biosensor – Scaling and Testing for Deployment
Sponsoring Agency: ICMR
Coordinator: Prof. Raghavendra Sai V V, Department of Applied Mechanics & Biomedical Engineering, IIT Madras

Total Vacancies

2 (Two) posts of Project Technical Support III.

Duration: Initially for one year, extendable based on performance.

Required Educational Qualifications

Qualification:

• Three Years Graduate degree in relevant subject/field + three years post qualification experience, or PG in relevant subject/field.

OR

• For Engineering/IT/CS — Four Years Graduate Degree.

Age Limit

Up to 35 years.

Candidate Profile

Candidates with practical experience in biochemistry, biotechnology, microbiology, immunoassays, biomolecular assays, biosensors, biofunctionalization, clinical sample processing, or biomedical technologies will be preferred. Experience with laboratory instrumentation and assay validation will be an added advantage.

Required Experience

Three years post-qualification experience for Graduate degree holders (or PG in relevant subject/field), as per the qualification criteria above. Experience in biofunctionalization protocols, biological sample and assay reagent handling, TB LAM-related assays, and laboratory instrumentation is preferred.

Job Description

The Project Technical Support-III will primarily support biofunctionalization processes, assay preparation and execution, assay testing, and clinical benchmarking activities. Key responsibilities include:

• Preparation and execution of biofunctionalization protocols for biosensor components.
• Preparation and handling of biological samples and assay reagents.
• Execution of TB LAM-related assays and optimization of experimental conditions.
• Assisting in testing assay performance using standard reference/testing methods, comparison and benchmarking of biosensor results, and generation of reliable experimental data.
• Operating and maintaining relevant laboratory and analytical instruments, assisting research scientists in experiments, troubleshooting routine experimental issues, and maintaining accurate laboratory records and experimental documentation.
• Supporting clinical sample testing, data compilation, inventory management, and preparation of project-related reports and documentation.

Pay Scale/Pay Level

INR 28,000/Month + 30% HRA.

Application Fee

Not applicable. No application fee has been prescribed for this recruitment.

Selection Process

Candidates will be short-listed for Test/Interview on the basis of the information provided in their online applications. The Institute reserves the right to restrict the number of candidates for written/skill test/interview to a reasonable limit based on qualifications, level, and relevance of experience higher than the minimum prescribed. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. The Institute reserves the right to reject any or all applications without assigning reasons, and solely reserves the right not to fill any advertised position without assigning any reason.

Job Location

Department of Applied Mechanics and Biomedical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Madras, Chennai – 600036

Important Dates

Apply Mode

Online

How to Apply

Eligible applicants should apply online only through the website https://icandsr.iitm.ac.in/careers/current_openings.php. Candidates should check the advertisement number Advt.219/2026 displayed and submit the application for the relevant position. Registration and application submission should be done through https://icandsr.iitm.ac.in/recruitment/.

Application Procedure

1. Register and apply online at https://icandsr.iitm.ac.in/recruitment/.
2. Check and select the advertisement number Advt.219/2026 displayed on the careers page, https://icandsr.iitm.ac.in/careers/current_openings.php, and submit the application for Project Technical Support III.
3. Fill out a separate application for each post, if applying for more than one position; select multiple positions before final submission, as the system accepts only a single application per registered email ID for an advertisement.
4. Note that the application cannot be edited or reverted once submitted — candidates should not attempt to apply twice for the same post.
5. Fill in correct and active email addresses, as all correspondence will be made by the Institute through email only.
6. After successful online submission, obtain a printout of the application form; this will be required at the time of document verification/test/interview, but hard copies are NOT to be sent to the Institute.
7. Applicants working in any project at IIT Madras must apply through the proper channel or produce a No-Objection Certificate (NOC) at the time of document verification/test/interview; candidates without NOC will not be permitted to appear.
8. Ensure that all eligibility conditions for the post are fulfilled before applying.

Documents Required

Candidates should keep the following documents ready (Kindly Read the Notification)

• Printout of the submitted online application form
• Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets (as per the qualification criteria)
• Experience certificates, as applicable
• No-Objection Certificate (NOC), if currently working on any project at IIT Madras
• Testimonials from referees (most recent employer/immediate superior, if in employment)
• Category certificate (SC/ST), if claiming relaxation in experience requirements

Important Links

Institute Address

Centre for Industrial Consultancy and Sponsored Research, Indian Institute of Technology Madras, Chennai – 600036
Contact: 044-2257 9796

Benefits of Joining IIT Madras

Joining IIT Madras as a Project Technical Support III offers candidates the opportunity to work on a prestigious ICMR-funded project developing a urine-based, non-invasive tuberculosis screening biosensor, at a premier Institute of National Importance. The position offers a monthly pay of INR 28,000/- plus 30% HRA, along with valuable hands-on experience in biofunctionalization protocols, assay development, clinical sample testing, and benchmarking of biosensor results. Candidates gain exposure to cutting-edge biomedical research infrastructure under the guidance of Prof. Raghavendra Sai V V, with the role offering strong relevance for candidates pursuing careers in biotechnology, biomedical engineering, or diagnostic technology development, with contract extension possible based on performance.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) — IIT Madras Recruitment 2026

Q1. What is the IIT Madras Recruitment 2026 notification about?
A. It is a recruitment notification for 2 Project Technical Support III posts in the Department of Applied Mechanics and Biomedical Engineering, IIT Madras, under an ICMR-funded TB biosensor project.

Q2. What is the last date to apply for IIT Madras Recruitment 2026?
A. The last date for submission of the online application is November 6, 2026.

Q3. How many vacancies are available under this recruitment?
A. A total of 2 vacancies are available for the post of Project Technical Support III.

Q4. What is the essential qualification for Project Technical Support III?
A. Candidates need a Three Years Graduate degree with three years post-qualification experience (or PG in relevant subject/field), or a Four Years Graduate Degree for Engineering/IT/CS candidates.

Q5. What is the pay offered for this position?
A. The position carries a pay of INR 28,000/Month plus 30% HRA.

Q6. How can candidates apply for IIT Madras Recruitment 2026?
A. Candidates must apply online only through https://icandsr.iitm.ac.in/recruitment/, checking the advertisement number Advt.219/2026 on the current openings page.

Q7. What is the age limit for this post?
A. The age limit is up to 35 years.

Q8. Is there an application fee for this recruitment?
A. No, no application fee has been prescribed for this recruitment.

Q9. What is the duration of this engagement?
A. The duration is initially for one year, extendable based on performance.

Q10. Does completion of this contract lead to regularization?
A. No, the completion of the period of contract will not confer any right for further extension, regularization, or permanency at the Institute.

The IIT Madras Recruitment 2026 for Project Technical Support III offers a valuable opportunity for life sciences and biomedical engineering candidates to contribute to an impactful ICMR-funded tuberculosis biosensor research project at a premier Institute of National Importance. With practical, lab-focused responsibilities and exposure to cutting-edge diagnostic biosensor technology, this recruitment suits candidates with hands-on experience in biochemistry, biotechnology, microbiology, or biomedical technologies. Interested applicants are encouraged to complete their online application carefully and submit it well before the November 6, 2026 deadline.