Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 at IISER Bhopal – STARS, Ministry of Education Funded Research Project

Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 at IISER Bhopal – STARS, Ministry of Education Funded Research Project

The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Bhopal (IISER Bhopal) invites applications for 01 Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position in the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences under a STARS, Ministry of Education (MoE), Government of India-funded research project. The selected candidate will work under the supervision of Dr. Ashis Biswas.

Position Overview

Project Title

“Understanding the Biogeochemistry of Selenium Cycling in the Soil-Porewater-Plant System in the Seleniferous Soil of Punjab, India, to Develop Rice and Wheat Cultivation Strategy for Reducing Selenium Toxicity and Grain Accumulation”

The project involves research on selenium biogeochemistry, soil-porewater-plant interactions, environmental geochemistry, agricultural soils, and strategies to reduce selenium toxicity and accumulation in food grains.

Basic Eligibility

Candidates should possess a:

• Postgraduate Degree in Basic Science

OR

• Postgraduate Degree in a Professional Course

and should have been selected through a process involving one of the following:

• CSIR-UGC NET, including Lectureship / Assistant Professorship

• GATE

• Other national-level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments and their agencies/institutions, including:

  • DST

  • DBT

  • DAE

  • DOS

  • DRDO

  • Ministry of Education / MHRD

  • ICAR

  • ICMR

  • IITs

  • IISc

  • IISERs

  • Other recognized national agencies

Essential Qualifications

Candidates should possess a Master’s degree (M.Sc.) / M.Tech. in one of the following or related disciplines:

• Soil Science

• Agricultural Science

• Environmental Science

• Earth Science

• Geology

• Chemistry

The qualification must be obtained from a recognized University / Institute.

Minimum Academic Requirement

Candidates should have:

• Minimum 60% aggregate marks

OR

• CGPA/CPI of 7.0 or above on a 10-point scale

The requirement applies to the overall percentage/CGPA/CPI and not only to the major subject.

Desirable Qualifications & Experience

Preference will be given to candidates with experience in handling analytical instruments such as:

• Ion Chromatography (IC)

• ICP-OES

• ICP-MS

Candidates should also have:

• Strong motivation for field-based research

• Interest in environmental and agricultural sampling

• Willingness to participate in field sample and data collection

Fellowship

The selected JRF will receive:

INR 37,000 per month + 18% HRA

The fellowship is applicable to candidates qualified through NET / GATE / other recognized national-level examinations.

Duration of Appointment

The position will be available:

Up to 31 March 2027

The appointment is temporary and linked to the duration of the STARS-funded research project.

Application Requirements

Applicants should send an updated CV containing:

• Name

• Date of Birth

• Address for communication

• Phone number

• Email ID

• Educational qualifications

• Scientific accomplishments

• Research experience, if any

• Relevant analytical / laboratory experience

• Other academic achievements

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates should send their CV by email to:

Dr. Ashis Biswas
Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences
IISER Bhopal

Email: ashis@iiserb.ac.in

Email Subject

“STARS MoE JRF Application”

The complete application should reach the Project Investigator on or before:

07 September 2026

The selected candidate will be expected to join at the earliest.

Important Dates

Contact / Queries

Dr. Ashis Biswas
Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences
Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Bhopal
Bhauri, Bhopal – 462066
Madhya Pradesh, India

Email: ashis@iiserb.ac.in

Official Information

Candidates should refer to the official IISER Bhopal recruitment / project vacancies section for the original notification and any subsequent updates.

About IISER Bhopal

Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Bhopal (IISER Bhopal) is an Institute of National Importance dedicated to advanced education and interdisciplinary research across the natural sciences, engineering, humanities and environmental sciences. The Institute conducts nationally funded research addressing major scientific, environmental and societal challenges.

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