Recruitment for the post of JRF on an externally funded project "Quantifying Himalayan mid- to [...]

School of Physics IISER TVM; Campton Township (IL); On-site; USD 4,000 - 5,000; Full time

Job summary

The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Thiruvananthapuram invites applications for a Junior Research Fellow on a contract basis to work on a project titled Quantifying Himalayan mid-to-lower-crust rheology, supported by ANRF‑ECRG. Strong background in geology/geophysics and MATLAB/Python are desirable.

Eligibility includes M.Sc./M.Tech with ≥6.5 CGPA, priority to those with GATE/NET, and initial one-year tenure extendable to two years.

Qualifications

• M.Sc./M.Sc. Tech/M. Tech. degree in Geology, Geophysics or related fields.
• Minimum 6.5 CGPA on a 10-point scale (or first-class equivalent).
• Priority will be given to candidates with a GATE score or CSIR-UGC NET (LS) qualification.

Skills

GIS mapping

Field mapping

Microstructural analysis

Python

MATLAB

Education

M.Sc./M.Tech in Geology/Geophysics

Tools

MATLAB

Python

ArcGIS/QGIS

Job description

Overview

The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Thiruvananthapuram invites applications for the Junior Research Fellow position on a contract basis.

Project

Title: Quantifying Himalayan mid‑to‑lower‑crust rheology: Insights from EBSD‑derived microstructural constraints

Funding Agency: Anusandhan National Research Foundation, Prime Minister Early Career Research Grant (ANRF‑ECRG)

Qualifications

• M.Sc./M.Sc. Tech/M. Tech. degree in Geology, Applied Geology, Geophysics or Integrated M.Sc./M.Sc. Tech./M. Tech./BS-MS degree in Geology/Applied Geology/Geological Sciences/Earth Sciences.
• Minimum 6.5 CGPA on a 10-point scale (or first‑class equivalent) in the master’s program.
• Priority will be given to candidates with a valid GATE score or CSIR‑UGC NET (LS) qualification or any national level examination.
• BS‑MS/MSc students from IISERs/IITs/IISc with CGPA 8 or above on a 10-point scale are eligible to apply.
• Desirable qualifications
• Strong interest in structural geology, rheology, metamorphic petrology, mineral chemistry, and geophysics, especially in relation to continental deformation.
• Prior experience in structural and lithological field mapping, collection of oriented samples, and plotting/interpretation of field data. Experience with GIS‑based mapping tools such as ArcGIS or QGIS is an advantage.
• Familiarity with petrography, microstructural analysis, SEM/EDS/WDS/EPMA/EBSD‑based datasets; further training will be provided.
• Working knowledge of MATLAB and/or Python or equivalent programming language. Willingness to learn numerical/data‑visualization methods is essential.

Appointment

Number of posts: 01

Fellowship amount: ₹37,000 per month plus HRA admissible per Institute rules.

Tenure: Initially one year, extendable up to two years based on performance and project requirements.

Age: Preferably below 30 years at time of application.

Application Process

Applications must be sent online only. Send your application to Dr. Subhajit Ghosh with the subject line “JRF position 2026_Your Name”.

Required documents:

• A detailed resume including contact details (phone number, email, and postal address), academic qualifications, research experience, and relevant skills.
• A one‑page expression of interest outlining your motivation and suitability for the project.
• Scanned copies of educational and professional certificates.
• Transcripts of undergraduate and postgraduate studies.
• Eligibility certificates.

Merge all documents into a single PDF file and email to subhajit.ghosh[at]iisertvm[dot]ac[dot]in.

Applications not meeting the minimum criteria will not be considered. Incomplete applications will be disqualified.

Deadline

Last date for application: July 23, 2026.