Junior Research Fellow

BITS Pilani K K Birla Goa Campus; Goa; On-site; INR 490,000 - 554,000; Full time

Job summary

BITS Pilani, K. K. Birla Goa Campus in Goa is seeking a Junior Research Fellow to work on 3D printed tacky liquid metal–ionogel hybrids for bioelectronic interfaces.

The role focuses on soft, conductive materials, rheology, and wearable electronics, with a funded visit to NCKU, Taiwan. Expected joining is September 2026 or immediately after selection. Candidates should have an MSc/MTech/ME or equivalent in related fields and meet Govt.

Qualifications

• Must satisfy Government of India eligibility requirements for appointment as a JRF.
• Strong preference for hands-on experimental research in polymers, composites, rheology, adhesion, or wearable electronics.
• Experience with electrical transport, impedance, bioelectronics, or related device measurements is advantageous.
• Prior experience with liquid metals is desirable but not essential.
• Interest in pursuing further research or doctoral studies is required.

Responsibilities

• Work on the project “3D Printed Tacky Liquid Metal–Ionogel Hybrids for Bioelectronic Interfaces.”
• Develop soft, conductive, and adhesive polymeric materials for wearable bioelectronics.
• Involve materials formulation, rheology/3D printing, electrical characterization and bioelectronic interfaces.
• Pursue a funded research visit to NCKU, Taiwan, and engage in related collaborative activities.

Skills

Hands-on experimental research

Education

M.Sc./M.Tech./M.E. or equivalent degree in Polymer Science/Chemistry, Materials Science & Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Nanotechnology, Biomedical Engineering, Electrical/Electronics, Instrumentation, or a related field

Job description

Company Description:

BITS Pilani, K. K. Birla Goa Campus is one of India’s leading research and higher-education institutions. This position is based in the Department of Electrical & Electronics Engineering and is part of a bilateral research collaboration with National Cheng Kung University (NCKU), Taiwan, supported under the DST–INAE India–Taiwan Program of Cooperation in Science & Technology.

Role Description:

The Junior Research Fellow will work on the project “3D Printed Tacky Liquid Metal–Ionogel Hybrids for Bioelectronic Interfaces.” The research focuses on developing soft, conductive, and adhesive polymeric materials for wearable and skin-interfaced bioelectronics, spanning materials formulation, functional composites, rheology/3D printing, electrical characterization, and bioelectronic interfaces.

The position includes a funded research visit to NCKU, Taiwan. The fellowship is ₹37,000/month + 10% HRA as JRF, with upgradation to ₹42,000/month + 10% HRA as SRF as per applicable norms.

Expected joining is September 2026 / immediately after selection.

Qualifications

M.Sc./M.Tech./M.E. or equivalent degree in Polymer Science/Chemistry, Materials Science & Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Nanotechnology, Biomedical Engineering, Electrical/Electronics, Instrumentation, or a related field.

Must satisfy the applicable Government of India eligibility requirements for appointment as a JRF.

Strong preference for candidates with hands‑on experimental research experience in one or more of the following:

• Polymer chemistry and soft materials
• Functional/conductive composites
• Rheology and printable materials
• Surface/interface science and adhesion
• Flexible, printed, or wearable electronics

Experience with electrical transport, impedance/electrical characterization, bioelectronics, flexible sensors, electrophysiology, or related device measurements would be an added advantage.

Prior experience with liquid metals is desirable but not essential.

• Candidates with a strong materials synthesis/formulation and experimental research background are particularly encouraged to apply.
• Interest in pursuing further research or doctoral studies is required.