Research Associate (RA-I), Materials Science at IACS Kolkata

About the position

Indian Association for the Cultivation of Science (IACS), Kolkata invites applications for one Research Associate-I position. The post is in the School of Materials Science. The subject area is Synthesis and Photophysical Properties of Metal Nanoclusters. The contact faculty member is Prof. Amitava Patra. The position is purely temporary.

Eligibility

• Open to Indian nationals.
• The candidates must have a good academic record and publications in peer-reviewed journals.
• The candidate must have experience in the synthesis and spectroscopy of metal nanoclusters.

Fellowship / pay

• Emoluments: as per the rules of the institute.
• Duration: as per the rules of the institute.

How to apply

1. Prepare an application with complete bio-data, including a list of publications.
2. Email it to Prof. Amitava Patra, School of Materials Science, IACS, at msap@iacs.res.in.
3. Send it by 30 Oct 2026.
4. Applications are shortlisted on academic credentials and research experience. Only shortlisted candidates are notified about the interview.