Junior Research Fellow Posts at IISER Bhopal, Department of Chemistry

IISER Bhopal Junior Research Fellow applications are now open for two research positions in the Department of Chemistry. The IISER Bhopal JRF Recruitment 2026 offers opportunities for candidates interested in AI/ML, computational chemistry, and molecular simulations. This Chemistry Junior Research Fellow opportunity is ideal for researchers exploring Machine-Learned Interatomic Potentials Jobs, offering a fellowship of ₹37,000 per month plus 20% HRA.

About IISER Bhopal:

The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Bhopal is a premier research institute focused on scientific education and interdisciplinary research. The institute conducts research across Chemistry, Physics, Engineering, and Computational Sciences. Its Department of Chemistry provides opportunities for researchers to explore emerging scientific fields, including artificial intelligence, computational chemistry, and molecular simulations.

Job Overview

  • Position: Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
  • Department: Chemistry
  • Supervisor: Dr. Apurba Nandi
  • Number of Vacancies: 02
  • Fellowship: ₹37,000 + 20% HRA (₹44,400 per month)
  • Duration: 1 year
  • Location: Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
  • Last Date: 4 November 2026
  • Project Title: Development of Data-Driven Machine-learned Interatomic Potentials for Quantum Molecular Simulations of Condensed-Phases and Reaction Dynamics.

Research Responsibilities

Selected candidates will work on an interdisciplinary research project involving:

  • Development of AI/ML-based interatomic potentials.
  • Quantum molecular simulations and computational chemistry.
  • Learning molecular interactions from quantum-mechanical data.
  • Molecular dynamics simulations of condensed-phase systems.
  • Large-scale simulations of chemically complex systems and reaction dynamics.

Educational Qualifications

  • Candidates must satisfy either of the following eligibility criteria:

Option 1: Master’s Degree

  • Master’s degree with at least 60% marks or 7.0 CPI/CGPA.
  • At least one national-level qualification such as UGC-JRF, CSIR-JRF, NET-LS, JEST, or a valid GATE score.

Option 2: BS-MS Degree

  • Completed BS-MS from national-level institutes such as IITs, IISERs, or IISc.
  • Minimum 8 CPI.

Eligible Disciplines:

  • Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Data Science, Computer Science, and related fields.

Preferred Skills:

Candidates with experience in the following areas will be preferred:

  • Programming languages such as Python, C++, and Fortran.
  • Data analysis and algorithm development.
  • Molecular Dynamics (MD) simulations.
  • Computational chemistry and AI/ML-based research.

Important Dates:

  • Application Deadline: 4 November 2026
  • Interview Mode: Online (shortlisted candidates only)

How to Apply?

Interested candidates must submit their applications via email with the following documents:

  1. Cover letter
  2. Detailed CV
  3. Valid NET/GATE/JEST qualifying certificate with rank
  4. Names and contact details of one or two referees
  5. Brief description of previous research experience

Important Note:

The IISER Bhopal Junior Research Fellow recruitment offers an opportunity for Chemistry and related discipline graduates to explore advanced research in artificial intelligence and quantum molecular simulations. With two vacancies and a monthly fellowship of ₹44,400 including HRA, this research project provides exposure to AI-driven computational science. Eligible candidates interested in interdisciplinary research should apply before 4 November 2026.

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Last date to apply for this IISER Bhopal Junior Research Fellow role: 4th November 2026. Send applications to [email protected].

 

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