Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Positions Available at BITS Pilani, Goa Campus

Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Positions Available at BITS Pilani, Goa Campus

Birla Institute of Technology & Science (BITS), Pilani – K K Birla Goa Campus has announced openings for Junior Research Fellow (JRF) positions across two different exciting research domains: Mathematics and Cross-Disciplinary Materials Science/Chemical Engineering.

Both positions offer a great opportunity to work on high-impact research projects with potential avenues for advanced academic growth.

Position 1: JRF in the Department of Mathematics (ANRF-ARG Project)

Applications are invited for a Research Staff position under an ANRF-ARG sponsored research project (File No. ANRF/ARG/2025/001228/MS).

• Broad Area of Research: Operator Theory, Several Complex Variables

• Project Duration: 5 Years

• Fellowship Amount: INR 37,000 + HRA as applicable

• Principal Investigator (PI): Prof. Sameer Chavan

• Co-PIs: Dr. Monojit Bhattacharjee, Dr. Rajeev Gupta

Eligibility Criteria

• Essential: Post-graduate degree in Mathematics with First Class (or at least 6.5 CGPA) AND a minimum of 55% marks in B.Sc.

• Required Knowledge: Sound background in Linear Algebra, Real & Complex Analysis, and Functional Analysis.

• Preference: Given to NET/GATE-qualified candidates.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should email their detailed application and curriculum vitae (CV) along with copies of all supporting documents (certificates, mark sheets) to the co-principal investigator at arg2025.001228@gmail.com.

• Required Email Subject Line: “Application for the post of RS under ANRF_ARG”

• Application Deadline: 31st May 2026

• Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be notified via email for an online interview.

Position 2: JRF in Cross-Disciplinary Research Framework (Chemistry / Chemical Engineering)

Applications are invited from motivated candidates to work on a BITS Pilani sponsored Cross-Disciplinary Research Framework (CDRF) project.

• Project Title: Design of Inorganic and Organic Frameworks–based Hybrid Nanostructured Materials for High Performance Energy Storage Devices

• Project Duration: 2 Years (The selected candidate will be given the opportunity to register for the BITS Pilani PhD program, subject to fulfilling institute requirements)

• Fellowship Amount: INR 37,000 per month (or as per guidelines)

• Investigators: Prof. Saurav Bhattacharya (Dept. of Chemistry) & Prof. Richa Singhal (Dept. of Chemical Engineering)

Scope of Work

The fellow will engage in cutting-edge research involving the design and development of novel hybrid nanostructured materials based on Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs) and Covalent Organic Frameworks (COFs), and their subsequent utilization as catalysts for key electrochemical energy storage and conversion reactions.

Eligibility Criteria

• Essential Qualifications: M.Sc. (Chemistry) or an equivalent degree OR M.E./M.Tech. in Chemical Engineering or allied disciplines, with a minimum of 60% marks.

• Age Limit: Maximum 35 years as on the date of the interview.

• Desirable Qualifications: Background in synthetic Inorganic and/or Materials chemistry alongside experience in electrochemistry. Qualifications in National Eligibility Tests such as CSIR–UGC NET (including lectureship) and/or GATE are highly desirable.

How to Apply

• Application Deadline: 31st May 2026

• Candidates are encouraged to reach out to the investigators or check the official department portal to submit their resumes before the deadline.

Campus Benefits & Accommodation

For both positions, Hostel accommodation (or Married scholar accommodation, where applicable) will be provided on campus, subject to availability and governed by the prevailing institute rules and regulations at the time of joining.