IISER Bhopal Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Bhopal (IISER Bhopal) has notified 1 vacancy for the Junior Research Fellow post on a contract basis for a duration of twelve months. The required qualification is an M.Sc. in Physics, M.Tech/B.Tech in ECE/EE/CS/Physics or related disciplines with a good academic record, along with a valid national eligibility test qualification such as CSIR-UGC-NET JRF, JEST, or GATE. The notified remuneration for the post is Rs. 37k p.m. plus 18% HRA. Eligible candidates should apply by email by submitting a cover letter, detailed CV, referee details, and a research write-up. The last date for applications is 25 October 2026, and selection will be through an online interview.

IISER Bhopal Junior Research Fellow at a Glance

Who Can Apply

Candidates must meet the essential qualifications specified for the Junior Research Fellow position.

Essential Qualifications

Junior Research Fellow: M. Sc. in Physics, M.Tech/B.Tech in ECE/EE/CS/Physics or related disciplines with good academic record (first class/division or minimum CPI of 7.0/10.0). Candidate must have qualified a National Eligibility Test (CSIR-UGC-NET JRF, JEST, GATE, etc.) with a valid rank/score at the time of applying for this post.

Additional Qualifications

• Candidates having experience with 2D Materials, Optics, Photonics, Nanofabrication, Quantum Information, Solid-state NMR, Scanning Probe Microscopy, Atomic Force Microscopy, Magneto-optical Characterization Techniques, Cryogenics, Lock-in Techniques, Python Programming, Electron Spin Resonance, Quantum Optimal Control and Atomic Magnetometry will be preferred.
• Candidates having expertise in designing, fabrication, testing of indigenous instruments in the field of lasers & optics, developing low noise analog & digital electronics, developing FPGA & Arduino based systems, mechanical & software development and magnet design will be preferred.

Pay and Tenure

Junior Research Fellow: Rs. 37k p.m. + HRA (18%). The duration is Twelve Months.

IISER Bhopal Junior Research Fellow Job Description

The project involves development of tools and techniques that exploit atom-like defects in diamond as quantum sensors to achieve very high sensitivities and high spatial resolution.

How to Apply for IISER Bhopal Junior Research Fellow

1. Applications containing a cover letter, a detailed CV, name and address of 2 referees as well as a brief writeup on any research work experience should be sent by email ONLY to [email protected].

Selection and Interview

Shortlisted candidates will be called for an online interview.

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