Position Summary
Position:
Department:
Department of Chemical Engineering
Institute:
IIT Gandhinagar
Country:
India
Research Field:
Chemical, Materials Engineering
Posted Date:
Mar 13, 2026
Deadline:
Apr 02, 2026
Offer Period:
1 year
Offer Start Date:
NA
Junior Research Fellow for Studying H2 Production from Partial Oxidations over Nanocatalysts
Description:
- The candidate shall be required to work on nanocatalyst synthesis, characterisation, and measurement of catalytic performance
- Publish high-quality journal articles and attend international conferences; Strictly follow laboratory safety practices
- Experience with catalytic measurements is highly preferred
- Working knowledge of wet synthesis techniques for nanomaterials, characterisation techniques
- Track record of publications/conference presentations; self-motivated, perseverant person with solid project management and communication skills
Required Qualification:
Essential Qualification:
- Graduate (B.E./B.Tech./equivalent) in Chemical/Materials Engineering or allied fields with at least 60% aggregate marks or equivalent C.G.P.A. and valid NET/GATE score
- Master’s degree (MSc/equivalent) in Science from allied branches with at least 60% aggregate marks or equivalent C.G.P.A. and NET/GATE qualification
Preferred Qualification:
- Graduate (M.E./M.Tech./equivalent) in Chemical/Materials Engineering or allied fields with at least 60% aggregate marks or equivalent C.G.P.A. Essential qualifications/experience will follow the funding agency’s norms as below:
- Post Graduate Degree in Basic Science OR Graduate I Post Graduate Degree in Professional Course selected through a process described through any one of the following:
(a) Scholars who are selected through National Eligibility Tests - CSIR-UGC NET including lectureship (Assistant Professorship) and GATE.
(b) The selection process through National level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments and their Agencies and Institutions such as DST, DBT, DAE, DOS,DRDO, MoE,
ICAR, ICMR, IIT, IISc, IISER, NISER etc.
Employment Conditions and Benefits:
Contract duration:
- Initial appointment is for one year
Benefits:
- Remuneration: 37,000 INR per month + 11,100 INR HRA (No HRA will be paid if the campus housing is availed)
Application Process:
Documents Required:
- Detailed CV along with educational certificates (marksheets and certificates from 10th class; NET/GATE certificate/marksheet)
How to apply:
- Click here to apply
About the Host Lab Group/Institution:
Established in 2008 and located on a 400-acre campus along the Sabarmati River in Gujarat, the Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IITGN) is a premier public engineering institution renowned for its innovative, student-centric, and interdisciplinary approach to education. Ranked #801-850 in the QS World University Rankings 2026 and recognized within the top 25-40 in NIRF engineering rankings, the institute emphasizes critical thinking and holistic development. IITGN is known for its unique 5-week Foundation Program for freshers, modern residential facilities, and a strong research culture supported by state-of-the-art labs, including a Maker Bhavan. It was the first 5-star GRIHA LD-rated campus for sustainability and features a robust 2030 vision for growth. With a focus on, and support for, entrepreneurship via its innovation center, the institute nurtures student leadership and creativity, supported by a faculty known for being highly qualified and accessible.
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