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IISER Bhopal Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment

IISER Bhopal Recruitment

Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Bhopal (IISER Bhopal) is inviting applications from eligible candidates for the post of Junior Research Fellow (J.R.F.) in the Department of Chemistry. The research project focuses on combining Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning with Quantum Molecular Simulations.

Summary

Applications are invited for two Junior Research Fellow positions under an interdisciplinary research project titled “Development of Data-Driven Machine-learned Interatomic Potentials for Quantum Molecular Simulations of Condensed-Phases and Reaction Dynamics” supervised by Dr. Apurba Nandi at IISER Bhopal.

Designation

Designation: Junior Research Fellow (J.R.F.)

Number of Positions: 2

Fellowship: Rs. 37,000/- + 20% HRA

Duration: 1 year, with potential continuation toward PhD subject to performance and Institute criteria.

Research Area

Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning, Quantum Molecular Simulations, Computational Chemistry, and Molecular Dynamics Simulations.

Location

Department of Chemistry, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India.

Eligibility/Qualification

  • Educational Qualification: Master’s degree with ≥60% or 7.0 CPI/CGPA plus 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, or IISc with ≥ 8 CPI.
  • Eligible Disciplines: Chemistry | Chemical Engineering | Physics | Data Science | Computer Science | Related fields.
  • Preferable Skills: Experience in computer programming (Python, C++, Fortran, etc.), data analysis, molecular dynamics (MD) simulations, and algorithm development.

Job Description

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.
  • Utilize learned potentials for large-scale simulations of chemically complex systems.
  • Gain hands-on exposure to both AI/ML-based data-driven approaches and quantum-mechanical molecular simulations at the intersection of computational science and AI-driven molecular research.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their application by email to Dr. Apurba Nandi at apurba@iiserb.ac.in on or before the deadline. The application 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 the online interview.

Last Date for Apply

4th November, 2026

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