About Position/Job
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Patna is inviting applications for a Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position under a DST-sponsored international research project titled Towards Zero-Waste through Bio-based Circular Recovery Model. This role is academically significant, aligning with global goals in sustainable waste management and offering candidates hands-on research experience, collaboration with international partners, and potential PhD enrolment in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering.
Position/Job Details
- Position: Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
- Institution: Indian Institute of Technology Patna
- Department: Civil and Environmental Engineering
- Research Field: Environmental Engineering
- Location: Patna, India
- Number of Post: 01
- Job Type: Full-time, Temporary
- Start Date (Anticipated): July 2025
- Working Hours: Full-time
- Salary Range: ₹37,000 per month (consolidated)
- Required Degree/Diploma: Master’s
Research Area
- Environmental Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Biotechnology
- Environmental Science
- Microbiology
- Solid Waste Management
- Circular Economy
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Biotechnology, Environmental Science, Microbiology, or equivalent with 60% marks or 6.5 CPI
- Valid GATE (within last 5 years) or CSIR-UGC NET qualification
Preferred Qualifications:
- Research/work experience in solid waste management
- Strong analytical, data interpretation, and technical writing skills
- SOP indicating motivation and project alignment
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct field visits, experimental research, and data analysis
- Assist in project planning, design, and execution
- Interpret data and draft research findings
- Prepare reports, presentations, and publications
- Attend conferences, workshops, and maintain project documentation
- Ensure compliance with research ethics and collaborate with stakeholders
Application Process
How to Apply
Send an email with all required documents to Dr. Subrata Hait at shait@iitp.ac.in.
Email Subject: Application for the Position of Junior Research Fellow (TWB-1283)
Required Documents:
- Duly filled and signed application form (PDF)
- Scanned academic transcripts and certificates
- GATE/NET scorecard
- SOP (300 words)
- Two-page academic CV
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- Research publications (if available)
Important Dates
- Application Opens: 10 June 2025
- Deadline: 30 June 2025
- Interview Date: 9 July 2025 (Online)
Useful Links
- Institution Website: https://www.iitp.ac.in
- Job Posting: Microsoft Word – RD-M003_Indo-Sweden Project_SWM_DST_1283
- Apply now: Email to shait@iitp.ac.in
