Junior Research Fellow

This role is ideal for dedicated research aspirants holding a Postgraduate Degree in Physics or Chemistry, or a Graduate/Postgraduate Degree in Metallurgy, Materials Science, Energy Engineering, or Chemical Engineering. Crucially, applicants must have qualified a national-level eligibility test like CSIR-UGC NET (including Lectureship/Assistant Professorship) or GATE, or a selection process via Central Government institutions. Candidates with desirable research experience in batteries, voltammetry, or electrochemistry will find this a suitable opportunity to contribute to a premier institution's research initiatives.

Individuals who do not possess the specified academic qualifications or have not cleared the mandatory national-level eligibility examinations (NET/GATE or equivalent) should not apply. Those seeking permanent employment will find this temporary, contract-based position unsuitable. With only one vacancy, competition is expected to be high, and applicants should not expect age relaxations as none are specified.

Working as a Junior Research Fellow at IIT Madras offers significant prestige and a valuable opportunity for career development in a leading research environment. While the position is temporary (initially for six months, extendable), it provides excellent exposure and a strong foundation for a career in academia or industrial R&D. The institutional reputation of IIT Madras enhances long-term growth prospects for future research or employment opportunities.