JRF Jobs at Panjab University | MSc Chemistry Graduates Apply Now
Are you looking for exciting JRF jobs at Panjab University? The Centre for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology invites applications under the ANRF-sponsored DREAMS project. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with M.Sc Chemistry jobs, Chemical Engineering jobs, or M.Tech degrees in Nanoscience, Materials Science, and Applied Sciences. Selected candidates will gain hands-on experience in advanced materials fabrication, nanophotonics, energy devices, and characterization, with an option to pursue Ph.D. fellowships, making it ideal for those seeking research careers through Panjab University recruitment.
About Panjab University
The Centre for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, Panjab University, Chandigarh, is a premier research institute focusing on advanced materials, nanophotonics, energy devices, and hybrid materials. Through Panjab University recruitment, it offers exciting JRF jobs, MSc Chemistry jobs, and Chemical Engineering jobs for M.Tech and M.Sc graduates in Nanoscience, Materials Science, and Applied Sciences. Candidates gain hands-on experience with fabrication, characterization, MATLAB, LabVIEW, Python, and advanced instrumentation while contributing to cutting-edge research projects and pursuing Ph.D. opportunities.
Advertisement Number: ADVT. NO. JRF-06/02/2026
- Position: Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under ANRF-Sponsored Project
- Project Title: “Dynamic Research Ecosystem for Advanced Materials (DREAMS)” under the PAIR scheme
- Post Details and Essential Qualifications
- Post Name: JRF
Essential Qualification:
- M. Tech. in Chemical/Material Science/Nanoscience & Nanotechnology/Applied Sciences with at least 55% marks.OR
- M. Sc. degree in Chemistry/Physics/Applied Sciences/Materials Science/ Nanoscience & Nanotechnology with at least 55% marks.
Additional Qualification: Candidates should have qualified for one of the following:
- NET-CSIR/UGC lectureship (Asst. Prof.) & Ph. D.OR
- Valid GATE score.OR
- Selection through national-level examinations conducted by the Central Government. Depts. and their agencies and Institutions or any other national fellowship.
Desirable Job Requirements: Candidates with demonstrable knowledge and experience in advanced materials and characterization or experience with optics or optical instrumentation, proficiency in MATLAB, LabVIEW, Python, etc., and theoretical studies are preferred.
Job Responsibilities: Design & synthesis, theoretical studies, fabrication and characterization of advanced materials and their hybrids, sensor design & fabrication, design & implementation of experiments for nanophotonics, materials for fabrication of energy devices such as solar cells & super-capacitors, characterization, and data analysis.
Salary & Benefits: Rs. 37,000/- + HRA (as per applicable rules) subject to fulfillment of T&C of funding agency and rules and regulations of Panjab University.
Additional Information
Preference: Candidates planning to pursue their Ph.D. with fellowships will be given priority. Fellowship holders (NET-CSIR/UGC JRF qualified candidates) may apply directly to the PI.
Application Deadline: 15 February 2026
Service Conditions: The norms & guidelines for service conditions, age limit, etc., for scientific/technical manpower will be in accordance with the ANRF notification w.r.t. ANRF/OM/N-01/2024 or any later official notification.
Number of Posts: There are a total of 06 sanctioned JRF posts (purely temporary). However, the exact number of available posts will depend on the vacancy at the time of the interview.
Interview Process: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview via email. Outstation candidates may request to appear for the interview via video conferencing, with justification. No Transport Allowance (TA) will be paid for attending the interview.
How to Apply
Interested candidates may email their applications in a single PDF file with detailed biodata (including contact number and email address) and copies of mark sheets and relevant certificates to cnsnt@pu.ac.in by 15 February 2026 (advanced copy only). Hard copies of the application must be submitted to the office by post/hand. The application form can be found on the department website: https://nsnt.puchd.ac.in (under careers/placement/training).
