Exciting Opportunity: Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Position at IIT Tirupati

Are you a driven individual with a passion for research in the field of Chemical Engineering? The Indian Institute of Technology Tirupati (IIT Tirupati) is inviting applications for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) for a time-bound sponsored project in the Department of Chemical Engineering. This is an exceptional chance to contribute to a project that focuses on Indian Knowledge Systems, and if you’re a candidate with the right qualifications and enthusiasm, this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.

Position Details

Position: Junior Research Fellow – 1
Department: Chemical Engineering
Project Title: IKS Center for Kalamkari Art, Natural Farming, and Food Preservation at IIT Tirupati
Sponsoring Agency: Indian Knowledge Systems, AICTE, Ministry of Education
Consolidated Monthly Salary: Rs. 31,000 per month + HRA
Tenure of Assignment: Initially 6 months, renewable up to 2 years based on performance and funding availability

Eligibility Criteria

Education: Master’s in Chemistry or Bachelor/Master in Chemical Engineering / Mechanical Engineering / Biotechnology / equivalent discipline
Preferred Qualification: NET/GATE qualified candidates

Desired Experience and Responsibilities

The successful candidate should have:

Exposure to experimental research on process/product development, including equipment design.
Willingness to work on standardized processes for the preparation of natural dyes and dyeing processes, including mechanization to enhance efficiency.
Expertise in the characterization and standardization of the natural dye preparation process, including scale-up.
Ability to work effectively in a team, self-motivated, and willing to undertake field trips and work under challenging research conditions.
Strong oral and written communication skills, along with a commitment to ethical work practices.

Project Overview

The project aims to decipher the chemistry behind natural dyes prepared using traditional methods, standardize the preparation and dyeing process for consistent quality, and make them adaptable to changing weather conditions. This project involves the standardization of Kamakari dye preparation and dyeing processes, process demonstration, and training generation primarily for tribal and rural youth.

Application Details

Age Limit: Not more than 30 years (relaxed for exceptional candidates)
Last Date for Application: 17th August 2023
Application Submission: Eligible candidates must send a detailed CV (maximum 2 pages), a brief statement of purpose, and responses to specific questions to Prof. KSMS Raghavarao via email (csrc_recruitment@iittp.ac.in).

Selection Process

Shortlisted candidates will be informed via email.
Selection will be based on qualifications, experience, and an interview conducted via hybrid mode (video conferencing).
IIT Tirupati reserves the right to reject applications without assigning reasons.