JRF Vacancy at IIT Indore | MSc Chemistry Candidates Apply Now
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Indore has announced a Junior Research Fellow (JRF) vacancy under an Indo-German Science & Technology Centre (IGSTC) funded project. This position offers an excellent opportunity for M.Tech, ME, or postgraduate science graduates to work on hydrogen-based iron ore reduction, advanced metallurgical characterization, and impurity-tolerant processing—while being encouraged to pursue a PhD at IIT Indore.
About the Institute
The Department of Metallurgical Engineering and Materials Science at the Indian Institute of Technology Indore is a leader in research and technology innovation. At the forefront of materials science research, the department fosters a vibrant academic environment, promoting collaboration and excellence across specialized fields.
- Job Posting: Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
- Department: Department of Metallurgical Engineering and Materials Science
- Institute: Indian Institute of Technology Indore
Advertisement for Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Applications are invited from motivated and eligible candidates for the junior research fellow (JRF) position in the research project (Project No: IGSTC/WISER 25/P04-KD6664-MJDC6686/52/2025-26/199) supported by Indo-German Science & Technology Centre (IGSTC).
Position: Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Number of Position(s): 1 (One)
Title of The Project: Understanding Impurity Effects on Agglomeration and Microstructure in Hydrogen-Reduced Low-Grade Iron
OresPrincipal Investigator
Dr. Khushubo Devi
Assistant Professor
Department of Metallurgical Engineering and Materials Science (MEMS), IIT Indore
Tenure of Project: Maximum 36 months or till the end of the project, whichever is earlier.
Job Description
In this project, the candidate will investigate hydrogen-based direct reduction of hematite/low-grade iron ores, with emphasis on how gangue impurities influence reduction kinetics and final metallization. The candidate will conduct reduction experiments, perform phase/microstructure characterization, and carry out thermodynamic/kinetic modelling to establish impurity-tolerant processing windows.
Essential Qualification
M. Tech. / ME in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering/ Mechanical Engineering/ Materials Engineering/ Nanoscience and Engineering/ Nanotechnology/ Production Engineering/ Manufacturing Engineering/ or equivalent (with first division as defined by the awarding Institute / University); or Post Graduate degree in Physics/Chemistry/Materials Science with first division as defined by the awarding Institute /University, and a Valid NET/ GATE certificate.
Desirable Qualification
Knowledge and experience in Physical Metallurgy, Extractive/Process Metallurgy, Mechanical Metallurgy, Materials Characterization, Solid state physics, and Basic Electrochemistry.
Age Limit
Maximum 29 years (5 years relaxation for SC/ST candidates and 3 years relaxation for OBC candidates).
Fellowship
As per the norms of the funding agency:
Rs. 37,000/- pm (Consolidated)
Rs. 42,000/- per month (for third year)
Admission to the PhD Program
The selected candidate will be encouraged to join the Ph.D. program at IIT Indore. Candidates who are going to complete his/her M. Tech. in the current academic year are also encouraged to apply.
Last Date & Time
Interested candidates are requested to send detailed Bio-data, statement of purpose (SOP), and copies of educational qualifications, and other relevant documents to the Principal Investigator by Email (khushubo@iiti.ac.in) on or before February 20, 2026, 5:00 PM.
Only shortlisted candidates will be informed of the interview date by email. The appointment is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project. Mere possession of the minimum qualification does not guarantee an invitation to the interview. Candidates will be shortlisted based on their merit and in accordance with the project’s requirements. The Google Meet link will be shared only with the shortlisted candidates before the interview date.
