Junior Research Fellow (JRF), Physics at IIT (BHU) Varanasi

About the position

IIT (BHU) Varanasi invites applications for one Junior Research Fellow (JRF) post in Physics in the Department of Physics. The position is in an ANRF-funded project titled "Understanding Solar Eruptions to Their Space Weather Impact in a Novel Framework of Magnetic Reconnection and Plasma Dynamics", under Principal Investigator Prof. Abhishekh Kumar Srivastava. The post is for up to about 5 years depending on performance, and is temporary and co-terminus with the project.

Eligibility

Upper age limit is 35 years (relaxations as per Gol rules). Candidate must hold: (a) an M.Sc. degree in Physics, Astronomy, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related field with a minimum of 60% marks (or equivalent CPI) and a valid NET/GATE score; or (b) a four-year B.E./B.Tech. degree in one of the above fields with a minimum of 75% marks (or 7.5 CPI) and a valid NET/GATE score. All things being equal, SC/ST candidates will be preferred as per Gol rules. Desirable: experience in astronomy/solar and heliospheric physics, computer programming, and numerical computation.

Fellowship / pay

Rs. 37,000/- per month for the 1st and 2nd years (plus HRA as per norms) and Rs. 42,000/- per month for the 3rd, 4th and 5th years (plus HRA as per norms).

How to apply

1. Prepare a CV in PDF format containing name, date of birth, sex, category, permanent and correspondence addresses, parents' names, mobile number, email address, all academic records from high school onwards, NET/GATE score, and research experience (if any).
2. Attach self-attested copies of all relevant marksheets and certificates (and caste certificate, if applicable) as a single PDF.
3. Email the CV and attachments to the PI, Prof. Abhishekh Kumar Srivastava, at asrivastava.app@iitbhu.ac.in with the subject line "Application for JRF under the ANRF Project".
4. Apply within 15 days of the advertisement.
5. Only shortlisted candidates will be informed and invited for an interview. No TA/DA will be paid.
6. Bring original certificates for verification at the interview.