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 Thiruvananthapuram (IISER TVM)

🏫 ABOUT INSTITUTION

The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Thiruvananthapuram (IISER TVM) is one of the premier science education and research institutes established by the Government of India in 2008. It aims to impart high-quality education integrated with outstanding research in modern science.

💼 DESIGNATION / JOB POSITION

• Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

🎯PROJECT TITLE

• Decentralized Federated Learning-assisted Irrigation Scheduling and Food Sustainability for Paddy Field in Fog Network

🎓 QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE / REQUIREMENT

The candidate should have an MTech. /ME/MS/BS-MS degree in (Computer Science/ Data Science/ Artificial Intelligence/Computer Science and Engineering/Information Technology/Electronics and Communication Engineering) relevant fields with a minimum CPI of 6.5 and a valid GATE/NET score within the last five years. Alternatively, a B.Tech./BE degree with the same CPI and GATE/NET score is acceptable. Candidates with a B.Tech/MTech degree with a minimum CPI of 8.0 from IITs/IISc/IISERs are exempted from the GATE/NET requirement. Desirable qualifications include experience in Machine/Deep Learning and Lightweight Models.

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

🏆 SALARY / REMUNERATION / PAY SCALE ₹

Rs. 37,000 + HRA per month

💺 JOB LOCATION

Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Thiruvananthapuram, Maruthamala PO, Vithura, Thiruvananthapuram 695551, Kerala, India

📝 HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates are requested to send their application along with a detailed CV, including a list of academic marksheets, publications, awards, research internships, and GATE/NET Score Card, to the Principal Investigator at mainak@iisertvm.ac.in with the subject line “Application for JRF/SRF on DBT Project 1 – BT/PR49045/AI/133/145/2023”.

Interested and eligible candidates are invited to submit their applications, including an updated Curriculum Vitae, copies of relevant certificates, and a passport-sized photograph, to the specified email address.

📅 IMPORTANT DATE

The last date for receiving applications is On or Before 30th May 2026

📫 CONTACT INFORMATION

📌 ADDRESS FOR COMMUNICATION

Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Thiruvananthapuram, Maruthamala PO, Vithura, Thiruvananthapuram 695551, Kerala, India

📣 OFFICIAL SOURCE / REFERENCE

The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Thiruvananthapuram invites applications from eligible candidates for the Junior Research Fellow position.

Junior Research Fellow Recruitment: View Official Notification

Reference: https://www.iisertvm.ac.in/files/read/opening-proj-jrf-dr-mainak-2026-05-20

 This opportunity at IISER Thiruvananthapuram offers a unique chance to contribute to cutting-edge research in decentralized federated learning and food sustainability. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply before the deadline to be part of this prestigious institution.