CUSAT Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 - Polymer Dept

CUSAT is hiring 2 Assistant Professors (on Contract) in the Department of Polymer Science and Rubber Technology. If you have a B.E. / B.Tech / B.S. in Polymer Science and Engineering and an M.E. / M.Tech / M.S. or Integrated M.Tech in Polymer Technology, you can apply online. The last date to apply online is 15 June 2026. Salary is Rs. 42,000 per month for Ph.D holders and Rs. 40,000 per month for others.

CUSAT Polymer Science Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 - 2 Posts

Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT), Kochi has released Notification No. Ad.D3/74113/05/DPS Vol.III dated 14.05.2026 for 2 Assistant Professor posts in the Department of Polymer Science and Rubber Technology on a contract basis. The appointment will be till a regular teacher joins duty OR for a period of one year with a break during May-June vacation, whichever is earlier. Freshers with First Class in the relevant degree can apply.

Who Can Apply?

• UG Qualification: B.E. / B.Tech / B.S. in Polymer Science and Engineering
• PG Qualification: M.E. / M.Tech / M.S. or Integrated M.Tech in Polymer Technology
• Marks: First Class or equivalent in any one of the above degrees

Desirable Qualification

• Ph.D in Polymer Science / Polymer Technology or related discipline.

Salary

• For Ph.D holders: Rs. 42,000 per month (consolidated)
• For rest of the contract teachers: Rs. 40,000 per month (consolidated)
• The appointment is till a regular teacher joins duty OR for one year with a break during the May-June vacation, whichever is earlier.

Application Fee

• General candidates: Rs. 950
• SC / ST candidates: Rs. 195
• Payment mode: Online only (Net banking or Credit / Debit card). Cash, cheque, or DD will not be accepted.
• Application fee is not refundable.

Selection Process

The selection is based on screening of applications and an interview by the University:

1. Scrutiny of Applications: Only applications received in the prescribed format with supporting documents will be considered.
2. Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview by CUSAT.
3. Final Appointment: Conditions of service and benefits will be governed by KSR, KS&SSR, Act/Statutes/Ordinances and Syndicate Decisions of CUSAT.

Communal Reservation Policy will be followed at the time of appointment, treating University Departments / Centres as a single unit.

How to Apply

1. Go to the official CUSAT recruitment portal at recruit.cusat.ac.in.
2. Register and fill in the online application form for Assistant Professor (Contract) - Polymer Science and Rubber Technology.
3. Upload your photo, signature and supporting documents.
4. Pay the application fee online (Net banking / Credit / Debit card).
5. Submit the online application before 15 June 2026 and take a printout.
6. Send the printed application with self-attested copies of all supporting documents to The Registrar, Cochin University of Science & Technology, Kochi - 682 022 so that it reaches on or before 22 June 2026.

For department queries: 0484-2862581.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 14 May 2026
• Last Date for Online Application: 15 June 2026
• Last Date for Receiving Hard Copy: 22 June 2026
• Interview Date: To be announced

• Teach Polymer Science and Rubber Technology subjects to UG and PG students
• Prepare lesson plans, lab manuals and study materials as per the syllabus
• Conduct theory classes, laboratory sessions and practical work in the department
• Evaluate assignments, lab reports, projects and end-semester examinations
• Guide students in seminars, mini-projects and dissertations
• Participate in departmental meetings, admissions and academic activities
• Support research activities and publish papers in peer-reviewed journals