Job Post: Junior Research Fellow (JRF) - Department of Physics

Title: DFT investigations on magnetic topological insulators and topological semi metals

Summary: Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology (VNIT), Department of Physics, is seeking motivated and eligible candidates for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) to work on a Science and Engineering Research Board (DST-SERB) funded research project. The project involves density functional theory (DFT) based study of electronic structure and topological properties of magnetic topological materials.

Designation: Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

Subject Area: Physics

Location: Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology, South Ambazari Road, Nagpur-440010, Maharashtra

Eligibility/Qualification:

• M.Sc. in Physics from recognized universities/institutes with a minimum of first class
• GATE/CSIR-UGC JRF/NET qualification

Job Description:

• Conducting DFT-based study of electronic structure and topological properties of magnetic topological materials
• Collaborating with the project team and assisting in research activities
• Writing technical reports and research papers
• Participating in project meetings and seminars

Salary:

• Rs. 31,000/- per month (consolidated) for the 1st and 2nd year
• Rs. 35,000/- per month (consolidated) for the 3rd year

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are requested to apply in the prescribed format available on the institute's website (www.vnit.ac.in) by June 04, 2023. The application should include a detailed curriculum vitae, degree certificates, GATE/NET scorecard, and other relevant documents, all combined into a single PDF file. The application must be sent via email to the principal investigator at poorvasingh@phy.vnit.ac.in. Please mention "Application for the Post of JRF in Physics Department" in the subject line of the email. Ensure that all essential eligibility conditions are provided accurately, as incomplete applications will be rejected.

Last Date for Apply: 04 June 2023

Contact Information:

Dr. Poorva Singh

Department of Physics, Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology,

South Ambazari Road, Nagpur-440010

Email: poorvasingh@phy.vnit.ac.in

Phone: 07122801836

Important Notes:

• Only short-listed candidates will be notified via email and required to appear for a written test and/or interview. The date and further details will be communicated through email.
• Interviews will be conducted in hybrid mode. Candidates unable to attend physically can request to attend the interview online by emailing poorvasingh@phy.vnit.ac.in.
• No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
• The decision of the Director, VNIT Nagpur, will be final in all respects.