Research Associate (RA-I) at Indian Association for the Cultivation of Science (IACS), Kolkata

About Position/Job

The Indian Association for the Cultivation of Science (IACS), a prestigious research institution and deemed university under the de novo category, invites applications for a Research Associate (RA-I) position in the School of Materials Sciences. This position, supervised by Prof. Asim Bhaumik, will support advanced research in materials chemistry, particularly in optical, electrical, and energy materials. Ideal for early-career researchers, the role provides opportunities to work on crystal structure analysis and DFT calculations in a reputed academic setting.

Position/Job Details

  • Position: Research Associate (RA-I)
  • Institution: Indian Association for the Cultivation of Science (IACS)
  • Department: School of Materials Sciences
  • Research field: Materials Chemistry, Physics, and Energy Materials
  • Location: Kolkata, India
  • Number of post: 1
  • Job Type: Full-time, Temporary
  • Start Date (Anticipated): May 2025
  • Working Hours: Full-time
  • Salary Range: As per IACS norms
  • Required Degree/Diploma: PhD

Research Area

  • Optical properties of materials
  • Electrical properties
  • Energy materials
  • Crystal structures and Rietveld refinement
  • DFT (Density Functional Theory) calculations

Eligibility & Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

  • Ph.D. in Chemistry, Physics, or Materials Science
  • Proven research experience in optical and electrical characterization of materials

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with energy materials
  • Knowledge of Rietveld refinement techniques
  • Familiarity with DFT calculations and structural characterization tools
  • Published work in peer-reviewed journals

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct advanced research in materials science under Prof. Asim Bhaumik
  • Focus on synthesis, characterization, and analysis of energy-related materials
  • Interpret optical and electrical data
  • Mentor and collaborate with junior researchers
  • Publish findings in reputable journals

Application Process

How to Apply

Send a complete bio-data including a list of publications to Prof. Asim Bhaumik via email at: msab@iacs.res.in
Subject line: Application for RA-I Position – Advt No.AB/SMS/016

Required Documents:

  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • List of publications
  • Proof of Ph.D. and research experience

Important Dates

  • Application Opens: 2 May 2025
  • Deadline: 16 May 2025
  • Interview Date: To be notified to shortlisted candidates

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