Post-Doctoral Fellow Recruitment 2026 at SRMIST – Environmental Research, Climate Science & Sustainability

Post-Doctoral Fellow Recruitment 2026 at SRMIST – Environmental Research, Climate Science & Sustainability

SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST), Kattankulathur invites applications for 01 Post-Doctoral Fellow position at the Centre for Research in Environment, Sustainability Advocacy and Climate Change (REACH). The opportunity is suited to early-career researchers working in environmental contaminants, climate science, sustainability, air quality, and advanced environmental analysis. REACH is part of SRMIST’s Kattankulathur research ecosystem. (Web Store)

Position Overview

Role & Research Areas

The selected Post-Doctoral Fellow will contribute to advanced research in:

• Environmental contaminants

• Emerging contaminants

• Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs)

• Air quality

• Climate science

• Environmental sustainability

• Environmental monitoring and assessment

• Advanced data analysis

The role will involve both independent research and participation in national and international collaborative projects.

Essential Qualifications

Candidates should possess a Ph.D. in any of the following disciplines:

• Environmental Science

• Environmental Engineering

• Chemistry

• Atmospheric Science

• Closely related disciplines

The Ph.D. must be obtained from a recognized institution.

Desired Skills & Experience

Candidates with the following capabilities will be particularly suitable:

• Knowledge of analytical techniques and scientific instrumentation

• Experience in environmental field and laboratory research

• Ability to analyse complex datasets

• Knowledge of emerging contaminants and POPs

• Experience in air-quality or climate-related research

• Strong scientific writing and publication skills

• Research proposal development

• Stakeholder engagement

• Ability to work in multidisciplinary and international research teams

Key Responsibilities

The Post-Doctoral Fellow will be expected to:

• Lead and support ongoing research projects at REACH.

• Design and execute advanced environmental research studies.

• Conduct field and laboratory investigations.

• Perform advanced analysis of environmental and climate datasets.

• Work with analytical instruments and research methodologies.

• Publish findings in peer-reviewed and high-impact journals.

• Contribute to technical reports and policy briefs.

• Support national and international collaborative research projects.

• Assist in preparing research proposals and securing external funding.

• Participate in stakeholder engagement and capacity-building programmes.

Application Requirements

Candidates should keep relevant documents ready while applying, including:

• Updated CV / Resume

• Ph.D. degree / provisional certificate

• Educational qualification certificates

• Research experience details

• Publication list

• Details of analytical and laboratory experience

• Other supporting documents requested through the recruitment portal

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates should apply online through the official SRM Institute of Science and Technology Careers Portal.

Search for the position using:

Job Reference No.: DRVE-JP/00032

Applicants should ensure that their academic qualifications, research experience, publications, and relevant environmental research skills are clearly presented in the application.

SRMIST Careers – Apply Online (LinkedIn)

Important Details

Candidates are advised to check the official recruitment portal for the current closing date and any subsequent updates.

About REACH, SRMIST

The Centre for Research in Environment, Sustainability Advocacy and Climate Change (REACH) at SRM Institute of Science and Technology undertakes interdisciplinary research addressing environmental pollution, sustainability, climate change, and related challenges. Its work includes research on environmental contaminants, environmental monitoring, climate science, and collaborative sustainability initiatives. (LinkedIn)

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