Project Assistant Recruitment 2026 – IISER Tirupati

Project Assistant Recruitment 2026 – IISER Tirupati

The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Tirupati (IISER Tirupati) invites applications from Indian nationals for one Project Assistant position under an ANRF-funded research project. The position is purely contractual and focuses on the fabrication and characterization of advanced chiral skyrmion materials.

Position Overview

About the Opportunity

The selected Project Assistant will contribute to research on strain-driven stabilization of chiral skyrmions in 2D van der Waals magnets, with potential applications in spintronics.

The work involves material synthesis, device fabrication, characterization, experimental measurements, and analysis of spintronic materials.

Essential Qualification

Candidates should possess:

• B.Sc. degree in Physics, Materials Science, or a closely related discipline

• Minimum 50% marks or equivalent grade in the B.Sc. degree

• Strong interest in experimental condensed matter physics, materials science, or 2D materials

• Self-motivated and willing to learn new experimental techniques

• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative and interdisciplinary research environment

Desirable Qualification & Experience

Preference will be given to candidates having:

• Experience in single-crystal growth of 2D van der Waals materials using CVT, flux growth, or related techniques

• Experience in designing and conducting experimental research

• Hands-on experience in strain engineering, strain-based devices, or strain-related research

• Familiarity with XRD, Raman spectroscopy, and AFM

• Interest or experience in magnetic materials, spintronics, thin magnetic structures, and skyrmions

Remuneration

INR 27,000 per month + 10% HRA

Appointment Duration

The initial appointment will be for 6 months.

The position may be renewed subject to satisfactory performance and will remain temporary and co-terminus with the project.

Age Limit

Maximum Age: 50 years as of the closing date of the advertisement.

Important Date

Last Date to Apply: 18 October 2026, up to 5:00 PM

Job Domain: Physics / Experimental Condensed Matter Physics / Materials Science / Spintronics / 2D Materials / Magnetic Materials

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