IISc Bangalore: Assistant Professor, Mathematics (rolling advertisement)

Posted 27 Oct 2026

IISc's rolling advertisement invites Assistant Professor applications for its academic departments, and Mathematics is listed under Physical and Mathematical Sciences. Applicants can pick up to three departments or centres on the portal. The post is regular faculty, with start-up grants and other support for new faculty. It suits researchers with a first-class PhD and at least three years of experience.

  • Typical window: rolling; applications accepted at any time

What you'll do

  • Build an independent research programme in mathematics and write a detailed research plan with space and equipment needs
  • Teach at undergraduate and postgraduate level, following a teaching plan submitted with the application
  • Use the start-up grants for equipment and research staff
  • Join departmental teaching and research life at IISc

Who can apply

  • A PhD with first class or equivalent in the preceding degree, and a good academic record throughout
  • At least three years of teaching, research or professional experience after the PhD; the advertisement says exceptional candidates with less may be considered
  • Candidates should preferably be below 35 years of age
  • Indian citizens and foreign nationals can apply; foreign nationals without OCI status may be appointed on a renewable 5-year contract

How to apply

Apply online at the IISc faculty recruitment portal at any time. Upload a CV with a publication list, up to 5 selected publications, a research plan, a teaching plan, any category or disability certificate, and other relevant information.

Official page: recruitment.iisc.ac.in/frp/

LocationBengaluru (On-site)
SalaryLevel 12 basic pay of ₹1,01,500; minimum total emoluments about ₹1,73,063 per month with house rent allowance
TypeFull-time