Applications are invited from interested and eligible candidates for the following Positions. Interested Eligible candidates fulfilling the criteria may submit their applications in the prescribed format along with the detailed CV / As per the Norms.

🏢 NAME OF THE INSTITUTION

Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Bhopal

🏫 ABOUT INSTITUTION

The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Bhopal is a premier institute dedicated to research and education in the field of science. It aims to provide high-quality education and foster cutting-edge research in various scientific disciplines.

💼 DESIGNATION / JOB POSITION

• Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

🎯 Project Details

• Title – “Field-deployable quantum-enhanced field sensing on an integrated hybrid platform”.
• Project description: The project involves development of tools and techniques that exploit atom-like defects in diamond as quantum sensors to achieve very high sensitivities and sub-millimeter scale spatial resolution.

🎓 QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE / REQUIREMENT

Qualifications & experience as prescribed by Norms.

The details of the required qualifications & experience along with other relevant information are available on the Institute Website

Essential Qualifications: M. Sc. in Physics, M.Tech/B.Tech in ECE/EE/CS/Physics or related disciplines with good academic record (first class/division or minimum CPI of 7.0/10.0). Candidate must have qualified a National Eligibility Test (UGC, CSIR, LS, GATE, etc.) with a valid rank/score at the time of applying for this post.

Additional Qualifications: Candidates with experience in 2D Materials, Optics, Photonics, Nanofabrication, Quantum Information, Solid-state NMR, Scanning Probe Microscopy, Atomic Force Microscopy, Magneto-optical Characterization Techniques, Cryogenics, Lock-in Techniques, Python Programming, Electron Spin Resonance, Quantum Optimal Control, and Atomic Magnetometry will be preferred.

🏆 SALARY / REMUNERATION / PAY SCALE ₹

Junior Research Fellow: Rs. 37,000 per month + HRA (18%).

💺 JOB LOCATION

IISER Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India

📝 HOW TO APPLY

How to Apply: Applications containing a cover letter, a detailed CV, name and address of 2 referees as well as a brief writeup on any research work experience should be sent by email ONLY to phani@iiserb.ac.in on or before 23rd June 2026. Shortlisted candidates will be called for an online interview. For more details and context, please visit the webpage http://home.iiserb.ac.in/~phani/ of Dr. Phani Kumar.

📅 IMPORTANT DATE

The last date for receiving applications is On or Before 23rd June 2026, but the call will remain open until suitable candidates are found.

📫 CONTACT INFORMATION

📌 ADDRESS FOR COMMUNICATION

Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Bhopal, Bhopal Bypass Road, Bhauri, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh 462066, India

📣 OFFICIAL SOURCE / REFERENCE

Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Bhopal invites applications from eligible candidates for the Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position.

Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment: View Official Notification

Reference: https://www.iiserb.ac.in/assets_external/vacancy/r&d/c93a88260fac185c2e0fb9357920778b.pdf