Research Fellowship at IISER Bhopal | MSc Chemistry Graduates Apply Now
Are you looking for a JRF job or a Research Fellowship in a top institute? The IISER Bhopal vacancy 2026 offers an excellent opportunity for candidates in Physics, Chemistry, and related fields. This Research Fellowship under an ANRF project is ideal for those seeking a high-quality research career with hands-on experience in photochemistry and computational science.
About IISER Bhopal
Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Bhopal is one of India’s premier institutes dedicated to scientific research and education. Known for cutting-edge research and interdisciplinary learning, IISER Bhopal provides excellent opportunities for candidates seeking an IISER Bhopal vacancy, especially in areas like physics, chemistry, and computational sciences.
This Research Fellowship and JRF job is supported by the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), a Government of India initiative aimed at promoting high-quality scientific research and innovation across the country. ANRF-funded projects offer researchers access to advanced resources, funding support, and opportunities to contribute to impactful scientific discoveries.
- Position: Junior Research Fellow Position in Ab Initio Theory Group at IISER Bhopal
- Project: First-principles Theoretical Investigation of Photophysics and Photochemistry of Chromophores Under Confinement.
- Duration: 6 months (extendible upon satisfactory performance)
- Last Date for Applications: 15 April, 2026
Project Description: This project investigates how nanoscale confinement in molecular hosts reshapes the electronic structure, excited-state dynamics, and reactive pathways of organic chromophores, using state-of-the-art density-functional and excited-state simulation techniques. We will elucidate solvent and host effects on spectra, uncover the origins of enhanced intersystem crossing and room-temperature phosphorescence, and determine the mechanisms of photocleavage-driven photorelease and photoinduced electron transfer between confined donors and external acceptors. Motivated and curious graduate-level researchers interested in photochemistry and photophysics under confinement are invited to join this effort.
Essential Qualifications:
- M.Sc. in Physics, Chemistry, or related disciplines OR B.E./B.Tech from a recognised university with a good academic record (first class/division or minimum CPI of 7.0/10.0).
- Demonstrable experience with programming in Python and familiarity with a version control and collaborative platform such as GitHub.
- Preferably qualified in a National Eligibility Test (UGC, CSIR, LS, GATE, etc.) with a valid rank/score at the time of applying for this post.
Candidates with 2 or more years of research experience may be considered for an SRF.
Salary: As per the approved salaries for the selected posts and experience.
How to Apply?
Applications containing a cover letter, a detailed CV, name and address of Referees, as well as a brief write-up on any relevant work experience, should be sent by email ONLY to vardha@iiserb.ac.in on or before 15th April, 2026. Shortlisted candidates will be called for an online interview. For more details regarding the group and its research, visit http://helios.iiserb.ac.in
