About Position/Job
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee invites applications for one Junior Research Fellow (JRF) and one Research Associate (RA) position in the Department of Earth Sciences. These roles are funded by the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES), Government of India, as part of a research project titled “Biomarker constraints on major global extinction/evolutionary events preserved in terrestrial and marine sedimentary sequences of India”, under the supervision of Prof. Sunil Bajpai. The project investigates past extinction and evolutionary events in India’s sedimentary records through organic geochemistry. The selected candidates will engage in fieldwork, collect geological samples, and use advanced analytical techniques such as GC-MS and LC-MS. The position offers a unique opportunity to work on nationally significant palaeoclimate research with prospects for PhD enrolment based on performance.
Position/Job Details
- Position: Research Associate (RA); Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
- Institution: Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee
- Department: Earth Sciences
- Research Field: Earth Sciences, Organic Geochemistry
- Location: Roorkee, India
- Number of Posts: 2 (1 RA, 1 JRF)
- Job Type: Full-time, Research
- Start Date (Anticipated): August 2025
- Working Hours: 40 hours per week
- Salary Range:
- RA: ₹58,000/month + HRA
- JRF: ₹37,000/month + HRA (Years 1–2), ₹42,000/month + HRA (Year 3)
- Required Degree/Diploma: MSc / PhD
Research Area
- Organic Geochemistry
- Biomarkers
- Palaeoclimate and Extinction Studies
- Earth and Environmental Sciences
- Geological Fieldwork
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- RA: MSc in Geology/Chemistry or allied field, PhD in organic geochemistry
- JRF: First Class MSc in Geology or allied subject, NET/GATE qualification
Preferred Qualifications:
- RA: Publications in biogeochemistry, experience with GC-MS, LC-MS
- JRF: Background in Geology at the undergraduate level, field readiness
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct geological fieldwork across India
- Collect rock and fossil samples for lab analysis
- Perform organic geochemical analysis (GC-MS, LC-MS)
- Interpret biomarker data in context of extinction/evolutionary events
- Assist in research documentation and reporting
Application Process
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their application via email or post to the Principal Investigator.
Required Documents:
- Application on plain paper with full CV
- Copies of academic degrees and certificates
- Research experience documentation
- Original certificates to be presented during interview
Important Dates
- Application Opens: 9 July 2025
- Deadline: 23 July 2025, 5:00 PM IST
- Interview Date: 31 July 2025, 11:30 AM IST
Useful Links
- Institution Website: https://www.iitr.ac.in
- Official Notification Link: Download PDF
- Apply Now: Email to sunil.bajpai@es.iitr.ac.in
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