Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Bhopal, a premier research institute in Madhya Pradesh, has invited applications for two Junior Research Fellow posts under Dr. Apurba Nandi in the Department of Chemistry. The fellows will work on a project developing machine-learned interatomic potentials for quantum molecular simulations, an interdisciplinary role at the interface of artificial intelligence and computational chemistry.
IISER Bhopal Recruitment 2026 - Junior Research Fellow Posts
Posted 02 Oct 2026Updated 02 Oct 2026
Total Vacancies
2
Last Date
04 Nov
17 days left
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Last date 04 Nov 2026 · 17 days left
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About IISER Bhopal Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Bhopal
- Post Name
- Junior Research Fellow (J.R.F.)
- Job Location
- Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Contract
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Credentials Required
- At least one national-level qualification: UGC-JRF / CSIR-JRF / NET-LS / JEST / valid GATE score; valid NET/GATE/JEST qualifying certificate with rank to be submitted with the application
- Pay Scale
- Rs. 37000/- + HRA (20%)
- Tenure
- 1 year, with potential continuation toward PhD subject to performance and Institute criteria
Vacancy Breakdown
Junior Research Fellow (J.R.F.)
2
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (J.R.F.) | 2 |
Eligibility Details
Junior Research Fellow (J.R.F.)
Master's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Data Science, Computer Science or related fields with at least 60% marks 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/IISc with at least 8 CPI.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (J.R.F.) | Master's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Data Science, Computer Science or related fields with at least 60% marks 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/IISc with at least 8 CPI. |
Selection Process
- 1Shortlisting
Candidates are shortlisted based on their application profile and credentials; only shortlisted candidates are notified with the date of the interview.
- 2Online Interview
The interview is conducted through an online platform.
Salary Structure
Rs. 37000/- + HRA (20%)
How to Apply
- 1Prepare a cover letter and a detailed CV with personal details, educational qualifications and experience
- 2Attach the 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
- 3Attach self-attested copies of educational certificates, experience certificates, ID proof and a recent passport-size photograph
- 4Mention the post applied for in the subject line of the email
- 5Email the complete application to Dr. Apurba Nandi at [email protected] on or before 4 November 2026
- 6Keep a copy of the sent email for future reference
Documents to Carry / Upload
•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
•Self-attested copies of educational certificates
•Experience certificates
•ID proof
•Recent passport-size photograph
Important Details
- Candidates with experience in computer programming (Python, C++, Fortran etc.), data analysis, molecular dynamics (MD) simulations and algorithm development will be preferred.
- Applications are accepted by email only; incomplete applications will not be considered and no correspondence will be entertained.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be informed of the interview date.
Research Project
Development of Data-Driven Machine-learned Interatomic Potentials for Quantum Molecular Simulations of Condensed-Phases and Reaction Dynamics. Supervisor: Dr. Apurba Nandi, Department of Chemistry, IISER Bhopal, Bhopal 462066. The project lies at the intersection of Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning, Quantum Molecular Simulations, Computational Chemistry and Molecular Dynamics Simulations.
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0755-2691367
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