Joint Research Fellow

This role is ideal for highly motivated postgraduate candidates with an M.Sc., B.S.-M.S., M.Tech., or M.E. in Physics, Astronomy, or Space Engineering disciplines. Essential qualifications include a minimum of 60% marks/CGPA and a valid GATE/CSIR-UGC NET, JEST, or other national-level examination score. Candidates with strong coding skills (C, C++, Python), experience in astrophysical/space plasma simulations, and open-source space-based dataset analysis are highly desirable. This position is also suitable for those aspiring to pursue a PhD, as the selected candidate will be encouraged to register for the PhD program at IIT Indore.

Individuals who do not meet the strict essential educational qualifications (M.Sc./M.Tech. with minimum marks) and national-level qualifying exam requirements (GATE/NET/JEST) should not apply. Those seeking a permanent government position will find this contractual research role unsuitable. Candidates lacking a keen interest in space research, particularly solar energetic particles and Venusian ionosphere, may not thrive in this specialized project.

Working as a Joint Research Fellow at a premier institution like IIT Indore, especially on a project funded by ISRO, offers significant academic prestige and invaluable research experience. This opportunity provides exposure to cutting-edge research in space science and astrophysics. For those considering a PhD, this role serves as an excellent stepping stone, offering a structured research environment and potential for long-term academic growth within the institute.