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Junior Research Fellow (J.R.F.)

Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Bhopal•Madhya Pradesh•Deadline: 2026-11-04•Posted 2026-11-04

Pay / salary (as stated)

Rs. 37000/- +HRA (20 %)

Number of posts

Not specified

Minimum Qualification

• Master’s degree with ≥60% or 7.0 CPI/CGPA + at least one national-level qualification (UGC-JRF/CSIR-JRF/NET-LS/JEST/valid GATE score etc.) • Or completed BS-MS form National level institutes such as IIT/IISER/IISc with ≥ 8 CPI. Disciplines: Chemistry | Chemical Engineering | Physics | Data Science | Computer Science | Related fields Preferable Skills: Candidates with experience in computer prog…

Position Overview

Project: “Development of Data-Driven Machine-learned Interatomic Potentials for Quantum Molecular Simulations of Condensed-Phases and Reaction Dynamics“. Duration: 1 year, with potential continuation toward PhD subject to performance and Institute criteria. Supervisor: Dr. Apurba Nandi, Department of Chemistry

Please confirm these details with the recruiting institution before applying. Official website of Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Bhopal: https://www.iiserb.ac.in.

Eligibility (as stated in the advertisement)

Required qualifications

All posts	• Master’s degree with ≥60% or 7.0 CPI/CGPA + at least one national-level qualification (UGC-JRF/CSIR-JRF/NET-LS/JEST/valid GATE score etc.) • Or completed BS-MS form National level institutes such as IIT/IISER/IISc with ≥ 8 CPI. Disciplines: Chemistry \| Chemical Engineering \| Physics \| Data Science \| Computer Science \| Related fields
All posts	Preferable Skills: Candidates with experience in computer programming (Python, C++, Fortran, etc.), data analysis, molecular dynamics (MD) simulations, and algorithm development will be preferred.

Pay, type and location

Salary: Rs. 37000/- +HRA (20 %)
Job location: IISER Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India

Important dates

Last date to apply: The last date for receiving applications is On or Before 4th November 2026

How to apply

Apply mode: By e-mail, Online
E-mail: apurba@iiserb.ac.in

Applications are invited for a Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position in an interdisciplinary research project focused on developing data-driven interatomic potentials for molecular simulations of condensed-phase systems and chemical reaction dynamics. Candidates with an interest in combining AI/ML with quantum molecular simulations are particularly encouraged to apply. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, detailed CV, valid NET/GATE/JEST qualifying certificate with rank, names and contact details of one or two referees, and a brief description of prior research experience. Applications should be submitted by email only to Dr. Apurba Nandi at apurba@iiserb.ac.in on or before 4th November 2026. Incomplete applications will not be considered and no correspondence will be entertained in this regard. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified with the date of the interview. The interview will be via online platform.

Recruiting institution

Organisation: Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Bhopal
Address: Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Bhopal, Bhopal Bypass Road, Bhauri, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh 462066, India
Official website: https://www.iiserb.ac.in
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