Post Date: October 2, 2026
Last Date: October 24, 2026

Hiring Organization: Cochin University of Science and Technology, Kochi, Kerala

About the Organization: Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT), Kochi, Kerala, established in 1971, is a premier State University recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC). The University offers undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral, and research programmes across Engineering, Science, Technology, Law, Management, Humanities, Marine Sciences, and interdisciplinary fields through its various Schools and Departments. CUSAT is known for its strong emphasis on academic excellence, research, innovation, industry collaboration, and international partnerships, providing quality education and promoting scientific and technological advancement.

Positions Open:

  • Assistant Professor (on contract) – 01 Post

Departments:

  • School of Environmental Studies
    • Forensic Science

Educational Qualification:

  • Candidates should have a Master’s degree in Forensic Science or a concerned, relevant, or allied subject, with at least 55% marks or an equivalent grade, from an Indian university or an equivalent degree from an accredited foreign university.
  • Candidates should have qualified the UGC NET or CSIR NET.
  • Ph.D. holders may be exempt from NET as per UGC Regulations 2018.

Experience:

  • One year of teaching, research or laboratory experience in Forensic Science is desirable.
Pay Scale/Salary:
  • Ph.D. holders: Consolidated salary of Rs. 47,000/- per month.
  • Other contract teachers: Consolidated salary of Rs. 45,000/- per month.

Application Fee:

  • For General Category candidates: Rs. 950/-
  • For SC/ST candidates: Rs. 195/-

Important Dates:

  • Last Date to Apply Online: October 24, 2026
  • Last Date to Submit Hard Copy: October 31, 2026

Job Location: Kochi, Kerala

Apply Mode: Online & Hard Copy Submission

How to Apply:

  • Submit the application online through the University’s official recruitment portal on or before October 24, 2026.
  • Send a printout of the completed application form, along with self-attested copies of documents supporting the claims made in the application, to the Registrar so that it reaches the University by October 31, 2026.

Refer to the detailed advertisement for complete application instructions, required documents, and eligibility criteria before applying.

Detailed Advertisement: link

Organization Website (for details): https://www.cusat.ac.in/

Organization Address:

Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT)
Cochin University P.O.
Kochi – 682022, Kerala

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