IISER Bhopal Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment
Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Bhopal is inviting applications for two Junior Research Fellow (JRF) positions in the Department of Chemistry under Dr. Apurba Nandi. The position is part of an interdisciplinary project focused on combining Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning with quantum molecular simulations.
Overview
- Designation: Junior Research Fellow (J.R.F.)
- Number of Positions: 2
- Research Area: AI/ML, Quantum Molecular Simulations, Computational Chemistry, Molecular Dynamics Simulations, Data Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Physics, or Computer Science
- Location: IISER Bhopal, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh – 462066
- Fellowship: Rs. 37,000/- + HRA (20%)
- Duration: 1 year, with potential continuation toward PhD subject to performance and Institute criteria
- Last Date to Apply: 4th November, 2026
Job Description
Applications are invited for a Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position in an interdisciplinary research project titled “Development of Data-Driven Machine-learned Interatomic Potentials for Quantum Molecular Simulations of Condensed-Phases and Reaction Dynamics.”
The project lies at the intersection of Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning, Quantum Molecular Simulations, Computational Chemistry, and Molecular Dynamics Simulations. Selected candidates will have the opportunity to develop and apply modern AI/ML-based approaches to learn molecular interactions from quantum-mechanical data and use them for large-scale simulations of chemically complex systems.
Eligibility / Qualification
- Master’s degree with ≥ 60% or 7.0 CPI/CGPA, along with at least one national-level qualification (UGC-JRF / CSIR-JRF / NET-LS / JEST / valid GATE score, etc.), OR
- Completed BS-MS from national-level institutes such as IIT / IISER / IISc with ≥ 8 CPI.
- Disciplines: Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Data Science, Computer Science, or related fields.
- Preferable Skills: Candidates with experience in computer programming (Python, C++, Fortran, etc.), data analysis, molecular dynamics (MD) simulations, and algorithm development will be preferred.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send their applications by email only to Dr. Apurba Nandi at apurba@iiserb.ac.in on or before 4th November 2026.
Your application email must include:
- Cover letter
- Detailed CV
- Valid NET/GATE/JEST qualifying certificate with rank
- Names and contact details of one or two referees
- Brief description of prior research experience
Note: Incomplete applications will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified for an online interview.
Contact Information
Dr. Apurba Nandi
Assistant Professor, Department of Chemistry
IISER Bhopal, Bhopal – 462066
Phone: 0755-2691367
Email: apurba@iiserb.ac.in