- Interdisciplinary research project focused on developing data-driven machine-learned interatomic potentials for quantum molecular simulations of condensed-phase systems and reaction dynamics.
- Opportunity to work at the intersection of Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning, Quantum Molecular Simulations, Computational Chemistry, and Molecular Dynamics Simulations.
- Selected candidate will develop and apply AI/ML-based approaches to learn molecular interactions from quantum-mechanical data for large-scale simulations of chemically complex systems.
- Hands-on exposure to AI/ML-based data-driven approaches and quantum-mechanical molecular simulations, bridging computational science and AI-driven molecular research.
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🎓 Master's Degree
🎓 Equivalent Qualification
Junior Research Fellow (JRF) in Data-Driven Machine-Learned Interatomic Potentials
Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Bhopal (IISER Bhopal)
Total Vacancies
2
Job Location
Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Bhopal, Bhopal – 462066
Apply Deadline
04 Nov 2026
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Bhopal (IISER Bhopal) (IISER Bhopal) |
| Job Category | Other |
| Eligibility Qualification | Master's Degree (masters-degree), Equivalent Qualification (equivalent-qualification) |
| Number of Vacancies | 2 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | Rs. 37,000/- per month + HRA (20%) |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Application Fee | • Summary: No application fee mentioned in the job notification. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Master’s degree with ≥60% marks or 7.0 CPI/CGPA OR completed BS-MS from National-level institutes (IIT/IISER/IISc) with ≥8 CPI.
- At least one national-level qualification required, including: UGC-JRF, CSIR-JRF, NET-LS, JEST, or valid GATE score.
- Disciplines eligible: Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Data Science, Computer Science, or related fields.
- At least one national-level qualification required, including: UGC-JRF, CSIR-JRF, NET-LS, JEST, or valid GATE score.
- Disciplines eligible: Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Data Science, Computer Science, or related fields.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Shortlisting based on academic qualifications, research experience, and submitted documents.
- Online interview for shortlisted candidates.
- Online interview for shortlisted candidates.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All
📂 Required Documents
- Cover letter
- Detailed CV
- Valid NET/GATE/JEST qualifying certificate with rank (if applicable)
- Names and contact details of one or two referees
- Brief description of prior research experience
- Detailed CV
- Valid NET/GATE/JEST qualifying certificate with rank (if applicable)
- Names and contact details of one or two referees
- Brief description of prior research experience
💳 Application Fee Details
• Summary: No application fee mentioned in the job notification.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
How many vacancies are available for the Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position at IISER Bhopal?
There are 2 vacancies available for the Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position at IISER Bhopal.
Q.
What is the last date to apply for the Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position at IISER Bhopal?
The last date to apply is 4th November 2026.
Q.
What is the fellowship amount for the Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position?
The fellowship amount is Rs. 37,000/- per month plus 20% HRA.
Q.
Which disciplines are eligible for this Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position?
Eligible disciplines include Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Data Science, Computer Science, and related fields.
Q.
What qualifications are required for the Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position?
A Master’s degree with ≥60% or 7.0 CPI/CGPA OR a BS-MS from National-level institutes (IIT/IISER/IISc) with ≥8 CPI, along with at least one national-level qualification (e.g., UGC-JRF, CSIR-JRF, NET-LS, JEST, or valid GATE score).