CSIR-NIO Mumbai Project Associate-I Recruitment 2026

CSIR-NIO Mumbai Regional Centre is hiring a Project Associate-I on a purely temporary basis. If you have an M.Sc. in Marine Biology, Zoology, Marine Science (Biology specialisation), or Oceanography (Biology specialisation), you can apply. The last date to submit your application by email is 31 May 2026. The stipend is Rs. 25,000 per month and the engagement is for 6 months.

CSIR-NIO Mumbai Project Associate-I Recruitment 2026 - Vacancy SSP3428/3181-26

CSIR-National Institute of Oceanography (CSIR-NIO), Regional Centre Mumbai has announced a Project Associate-I vacancy under Vacancy Number SSP3428/3181-26. The position involves marine field surveys, benthic biology sample collection, and laboratory analysis on board research vessels and fishing boats. Fresh M.Sc. graduates in marine biology disciplines can apply by email — no online portal registration is required.

Who Can Apply?

• Qualification: M.Sc. in Marine Biology, Zoology, Marine Science (with specialisation in Biology), or Oceanography (with specialisation in Biology).
• Desired Experience: Experience in sampling macrobenthos, identification, and data analysis. Knowledge of taxonomic identification of macrobenthic species is preferred.
• You should be willing to participate in marine fieldwork on research vessels and fishing boats.

Salary

• Stipend of Rs. 25,000 per month (consolidated).
• The engagement is for 6 months initially, extendable based on project requirement.

Application Fee

• No application fee.

Selection Process

Selection is based on:

1. Screening of Applications: Applications received by email will be screened against the eligibility criteria.
2. Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview. The interview mode and date will be communicated by CSIR-NIO Mumbai.

How to Apply

1. Download the application form from the CSIR-NIO website at nio.res.in.
2. Fill in the application form with your personal, educational and experience details.
3. Attach copies of your qualification certificates, mark sheets, and experience proof.
4. Send the completed application by email to hrdg.nio@csir.res.in on or before 31 May 2026.
5. Mention the vacancy number SSP3428/3181-26 in the subject line.

Important Dates

• Application Start Date: 22 May 2026
• Last Date to Apply (by email): 31 May 2026
• Interview Date: To be announced

• Participate in marine field surveys on board research vessels and fishing boats
• Collect macrobenthic samples and seawater/sediment samples from the marine region
• Process samples in the laboratory and identify macrobenthic organisms to the lowest taxonomic level possible
• Maintain and manage the project database with accurate sample and species records
• Carry out chemical and biological analysis of water and sediment samples
• Prepare technical reports and contribute to research manuscripts
• Support the project leader with related project tasks as assigned