Job Title: Junior Research Fellow (JRF) – Quantum Dots-Based UV Photodetectors

(BHU DST Project – Code No. P-07/1341)

Summary:

Applications are invited for the post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) in a DST-sponsored research project titled “Development of quantum dots-based UV Photodetectors”, sanctioned for a period of three years. This is a temporary position and will be co-terminus with the project.

Designation:

Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

Subject Area:

• Physics
• Nanomaterials
• Quantum Dots
• UV Photodetectors
• Materials Science

Location:

Department of Physics

Institute of Science

Banaras Hindu University (BHU)

Varanasi – 221005, Uttar Pradesh, India

Eligibility / Qualification:

Essential:

• M.Sc. in Physics with 55% marks or above
• Must have qualified NET or GATE

Desirable:

• Research experience in quantum dots-based photodetectors or related fields

Age Limit:

• 28 years (Relaxable up to 5 years for SC/ST/female/physically handicapped candidates as per GOI rules)
• Preference will be given to SC/ST candidates, all else being equal

Job Description:

• Carry out experimental research in the area of quantum dot-based UV photodetectors
• Synthesis and characterization of nanomaterials
• Data analysis and report writing under the supervision of the Principal Investigator

Salary:

• Fellowship of ₹37,000/- per month + HRA as per DST norms

How to Apply:

Interested candidates must send the following as a single PDF file via email to the Principal Investigator:

• Application on plain paper
• Detailed CV including academic history (from High School onward)
• Self-attested photocopies of mark sheets, certificates
• Any supporting documents including research experience

📧 Email to: sanjay_itbhu@bhu.ac.in

📞 Ensure you provide email ID and mobile number in the application.

Last Date to Apply:

21 June 2025

Additional Information:

• Shortlisted candidates will be informed via email for an interview (online or in-person)
• No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview
• Original certificates must be shown at the time of interview

Contact:

Prof. Sanjay Kumar Srivastava

Principal Investigator (DST Project – P-07/1341)

Department of Physics

Institute of Science, Banaras Hindu University

Varanasi – 221005, India

📧 sanjay_itbhu@bhu.ac.in

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