Junior Research Fellow (JRF) – Research Project Position

RFCSR; Chennai District; On-site; INR 372,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Ramapuram Campus, Chennai invites applications for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) for a funded research project. The role involves supporting project execution, data collection and analysis, and preparing reports.

The selected candidate will work under senior faculty guidance, contributing to publications and experimental or computational research as required by the project domain.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate degree in a relevant discipline (M.E./M.Tech/M.Sc or equivalent).
• Strong academic performance and research aptitude.
• Prior research or project experience desirable but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Work under the guidance of senior faculty members and principal investigators.
• Support project execution and assist in experimental or computational research.
• Collect and analyze data; document findings and prepare research reports.
• Contribute to publications and maintain project records.

Skills

Literature review

Research design

Experimental methods

Computational tools

Analytical skills

Documentation

Communication

Teamwork

Education

M.E./M.Tech/M.Sc or equivalent

Job description

Junior Research Fellow (JRF) – Research Project Position

SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Ramapuram Campus
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

General Description SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST), Ramapuram Campus, invites applications for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF). The role is part of an ongoing research project within the institution’s active academic and research ecosystem, which is aligned with Outcome-Based Education (OBE) and National Education Policy (NEP) frameworks.

The selected candidate will work under the guidance of senior faculty members and principal investigators, contributing to funded research initiatives. The role involves supporting project execution, assisting in experimental or computational research work depending on the project domain, data collection and analysis, documentation of findings, and preparation of research reports and publications.

The position is intended for motivated candidates with strong academic backgrounds who are interested in pursuing advanced research in engineering, science, or interdisciplinary fields. SRMIST provides a collaborative academic environment with access to modern laboratories, research facilities, and interdisciplinary academic support systems.

This JRF position is typically project-based and may be co-terminus with the duration of the funded research project.

Eligibility Criteria

• Postgraduate degree in a relevant discipline (M.E./M.Tech/M.Sc or equivalent as applicable to the project area)


• Candidates with strong academic performance and research aptitude


• Qualification requirements as per the norms of the funding agency (where applicable)


• Prior research or project experience is desirable but not mandatory

Required Expertise/Skills

• Strong foundational knowledge in relevant engineering or science discipline


• Ability to conduct literature review and assist in research design


• Basic understanding of experimental methods or computational tools depending on project requirements


• Analytical and problem-solving skills


• Ability to document research findings and prepare reports


• Good communication and teamwork abilities


• Willingness to work in a structured academic research environment

Salary Details

• As per funding agency / institutional norms for Junior Research Fellow positions