IISER Bhopal Junior Research Fellow (Chemical Engineering) Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

Applications are invited from Indian nationals for one Project Junior Research Fellow (JRF) or PA-1 position in the Department of Chemical Engineering at the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Bhopal, funded by the SERB, DST, New Delhi, Government of India, with a monthly salary of up to INR 37,000 + HRA and a last date to apply by email of 3rd Nov, 2026.

IISER Bhopal Junior Research Fellow at a Glance

The official notification does not specify the application fee.

About IISER Bhopal Junior Research Fellow

The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Bhopal, located at Bhopal Bypass Road, Bhauri, Bhopal, has issued an official recruitment advertisement for a Project Junior Research Fellow (JRF) or PA-1 under the Department of Chemical Engineering. The selected candidate will work on a research project titled “Metal-Organic-Framework-based Electrochemical Sensors Incorporated on a Paper Scaffold for the Detection of Heavy Metal Ions in Water” funded by the SERB, DST, New Delhi, Government of India. There is also an opportunity to convert this project-JRF position into an institute-funded PhD for the 2026-27 December cycle.

Who Can Apply

Candidates must fulfill the essential qualifications specified by IISER Bhopal for the Junior Research Fellow position.

Essential Qualifications

• B.Tech. and M.Tech. in Polymer Science and Engineering / Chemical Engineering / Materials Science and Engineering / Chemical Technology or B.Sc. (Hons) and M.Sc. degree in Chemistry from a recognized University/Institute and having minimum 60% Marks or CGPA of 7.5 and above at a sale of 10.

Preferred Qualifications

• Having qualified for a national level examination like GATE/CSIR-JRF/NET(JRF)/UGC-JRF/Rajiv Gandhi Fellowship or any other equivalent fellowship in Engineering Sciences/Chemical Engineering/Chemistry/Chemical Sciences/allied areas is preferred.
• Candidates who have prior knowledge in Electrochemistry and some experience in electrochemical analysis and designing materials for sensing applications are highly preferred.

Desirable Qualifications

• Candidates should have subject knowledge in electrochemistry and have some experience in electrochemical characterization techniques, e.g., CV, EIS, stripping voltammetry, DPV, etc.
• Candidates should have mathematics as a subsidiary subject at 12th and bachelor’s level.
• The position requires good analytical skills, some experience in various characterization techniques like SEM, UV-Vis, XRD, experiment design, handling of sophisticated equipment, and good English writing skills.

Pay and Tenure

The position is for 1 month or till the completion of the project, with an opportunity to convert this project-JRF position into an institute-funded PhD for 2026-27 December cycle. The salary is INR 37,000 + HRA (as applicable) per month for the candidate with CSIR/ UGC NET or GATE qualification (JRF) OR INR 30,000 + HRA (as applicable) OR as per funding agency’s guidelines per month for the candidate without CSIR/ UGC NET or GATE qualification.

How to Apply for IISER Bhopal Junior Research Fellow

1. Applications should contain ONE single PDF file including a cover letter including detailed CV with photograph, name of two referees, and copy of all credentials including mark sheets starting from 12th standard, NET/GATE qualification certificates, etc.
2. Completed applications should reach the undersigned only by email to [email protected] on and before 3rd Nov, 2026.
3. Keep subject of the email to be “JRF Application for ANRF SPG project”. Incomplete application will be summarily rejected.

Selection and Interview

Only shortlisted applicants will be intimated and called for an interview. No interim correspondence will be entertained. No TA/DA will be given. The candidate selected will be expected to join on or before 12th Nov 2026.

Important Dates

Important Instructions

• Applications should contain ONE single PDF file including cover letter, detailed CV, referees, and credentials starting from 12th standard; incomplete application will be summarily rejected.
• Keep subject of the email to be “JRF Application for ANRF SPG project”.
• Only shortlisted applicants will be intimated and called for an interview; no interim correspondence will be entertained.
• No TA/DA will be given.
• The candidate selected will be expected to join on or before 12th Nov 2026.

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