JRF Vacancy For MSc Chemistry at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Coimbatore, is inviting applications for a Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position at the Biosensor Research Lab under a Department of Science and Technology (DST)-funded research project. The project focuses on developing paper microfluidic test strips with fluorescent sensors and a handheld meter for quantifying metal ions in potable water. This is a great opportunity for candidates with a background in chemistry, nanoscience, or chemical engineering to contribute to impactful research in water quality analysis and biosensor technology.
About The Institution
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, headquartered in Ettimadai, Coimbatore, is a distinguished, research-intensive private deemed university established in 1994 as a modest School of Engineering. Over time, it has grown into a multi-disciplinary institution offering over 120 undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs through its Coimbatore campus, which hosts around 3,500 students and 600 faculty and staff members. Nestled at the foothills of the Western Ghats across a lush 400-acre campus, it combines green, sustainable practices — including vermi-composting, chemical-free grounds maintenance, and treated wastewater reuse — with academic excellence
Applications are invited for the post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) in the DST-funded research project titled “Paper microfluidic test strips with turn-on fluorescent sensors and a handheld meter for the quantification of metal ions in potable water.”
Job Details:
- Job Title: Junior Research Fellow
- Number of Positions: 1
- Workplace: Amrita Biosensor Research Lab, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Coimbatore
- Category: Project-based Position
- Last Date to Apply: August 28, 2025
Qualifications:
- MSc in Chemistry or Nanoscience with NET/GATE qualification
- OR MTech in Chemical Engineering
Desired Skills:
- Experience in nanomaterials synthesis and characterization
- Development of biosensors and spectroscopy techniques
- Knowledge of water quality analysis
- Familiarity with paper microfluidic devices
Application Process:
Interested candidates may send their applications and queries to pv_suneesh@cb.amrita.edu.
Why This Position?
This Junior Research Fellow position at Amrita Biosensor Research Lab, Coimbatore, offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a high-impact DST-funded project focused on developing innovative paper microfluidic test strips for water quality monitoring. The role allows you to apply your expertise in nanomaterials, biosensors, and spectroscopy techniques to address a critical societal challenge—ensuring safe drinking water. Working at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, a research-driven institution, you will gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge sensor technologies, collaborate in an interdisciplinary environment, and build a strong foundation for a future career in advanced research or industry.
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