Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 at BITS Pilani – Collaborative Project with IIT Roorkee

Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 at BITS Pilani – Collaborative Project with IIT Roorkee

Birla Institute of Technology & Science (BITS) Pilani, Pilani Campus invites applications from motivated candidates for 01 Junior Research Fellow / PhD Research Fellow position under a collaborative research project between BITS Pilani and IIT Roorkee. The selected candidate will also have the opportunity to enrol in the BITS Pilani Ph.D. programme.

Position Overview

Project Title

“Physics-Informed Neuromorphic Systems for Cross-Layer Optimized Smart Sensing and Predictive Intelligence”

The research is being undertaken as a collaborative project between BITS Pilani and IIT Roorkee.

Investigators

Prof. Arnab Hazra
Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering
BITS Pilani, Rajasthan

Prof. Sourav Kumar Sasmal
Department of Applied Mathematics and Scientific Computing
IIT Roorkee

Essential Qualifications

Candidates should possess:

• M.E./M.Tech. in:

  • Electronics Communication Engineering

  • Instrumentation Engineering

  • Computer Science and Engineering

  • Microelectronics

  • Nanoelectronics

  • VLSI Design

OR

• M.Sc. in:

  • Electronics

  • Computer Science

  • Physics

Applicants must have:

• Minimum 60% marks or equivalent CGPA

• Degree from a recognized university/institute

Preferred Qualification

Candidates with a valid GATE/NET qualification will be preferred, if applicable.

🔬 Research Work / Job Description

The selected Research Fellow will undertake experimental and simulation-based research activities including:

• Data collection

• Materials synthesis

• Materials characterization

• Device fabrication

• Device testing

• Simulation and experimental work

• Prototype device design and development

• Preparation of research papers

• Publication in indexed journals

• Presentation of research at conferences

• Patent-related research outputs

Fellowship

The selected candidate will receive:

INR 37,000 per month + HRA

In addition:

Annual Contingency Grant: INR 20,000

Ph.D. Registration Opportunity

Selected candidates will be given the opportunity to pursue a full-time Ph.D. programme at BITS Pilani, subject to the institute's applicable admission and academic norms.

The selected Research Fellow will be enrolled in the Ph.D. programme in the:

Department of Electrical & Electronics Engineering
BITS Pilani, Pilani Campus, Rajasthan.

Collaborative Research Stay at IIT Roorkee

As part of the collaborative project:

• The selected candidate will undertake research at BITS Pilani.

• The candidate will also be required to spend a minimum of 6 months and a maximum of 24 months at IIT Roorkee during the Ph.D. tenure.

This provides an opportunity for research exposure across both participating institutions.

Project Tenure

5 Years, along with enrolment in the BITS Pilani Ph.D. programme.

Continuation will be subject to applicable institutional and project requirements.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should send their biodata/CV by email to:

arnab.hazra@pilani.bits-pilani.ac.in

Candidates are advised to clearly mention the Junior Research Fellow / PhD Research Fellow position in the subject line of the email.

Application Deadline

20 September 2026

Selection Process

• Applications will be screened based on merit and project requirements.

• Shortlisted candidates will be informed about the interview.

• Meeting the minimum qualification does not automatically guarantee an interview call.

• Candidates shortlisted for the interview will need to make their own travel arrangements if required.

• No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.

Important Dates

Contact

Prof. Arnab Hazra
Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering
BITS Pilani, Pilani Campus
Rajasthan, India

Email: arnab.hazra@pilani.bits-pilani.ac.in

About BITS Pilani

Birla Institute of Technology & Science (BITS) Pilani is one of India's leading higher education and research institutions. The Pilani Campus supports advanced research across engineering, sciences, technology and interdisciplinary areas, including collaborative research programmes with leading institutions such as IIT Roorkee.