The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Bhopal is inviting applications for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) within a prestigious STARS, Ministry of Education (MOE) funded research project. This opportunity is ideal for motivated individuals eager to contribute to groundbreaking research in the field of Earth and Environmental Science. The project focuses on understanding the biogeochemistry of selenium cycling in the soil-porewater-plant system in Punjab, India, with the aim of developing strategies for reducing selenium toxicity in rice and wheat cultivation.
Description
The Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position at IISER Bhopal offers a unique opportunity to work under the supervision of Dr. Ashis Biswas on a project funded by the Ministry of Education. The research aims to explore the selenium cycling in seleniferous soils of Punjab, which is crucial for developing sustainable agricultural practices. The project will involve extensive fieldwork for sample and data collection, as well as laboratory analysis using advanced analytical equipment.
Position
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Project Details
Project Title: “Understanding the biogeochemistry of selenium cycling in the soil-porewater plant system in the seleniferous soil of Punjab, India, to develop rice and wheat cultivation strategy for reducing selenium toxicity and grain accumulation”.
Duration: Up to 31/03/2027.
Associate Professor: Dr. Ashis Biswas
Eligibility
Candidates must possess a Postgraduate Degree in Basic Science or a Postgraduate Degree in a Professional Course. Selection is through national-level exams such as CSIR-UGC NET, GATE, or equivalent examinations conducted by central government departments and agencies. Essential qualifications include a degree in Soil Science, Agriculture Science, Environmental Science, Earth Science, Geology, or Chemistry with a minimum of 60% aggregate or a CGPA/CPI of 7.0 and above on a 10-point scale. Experience with analytical equipment like IC, ICP-OES, and ICP-MS is desirable.
Minimum Monthly Remuneration
- Rs. 37,000/- per month plus 18% HRA for candidates who have qualified any national-level exam.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are requested to send their CV (including name, date of birth, address for communication, phone number, email id and details of educational and scientific accomplishments) to Dr. Ashis Biswas over email (ashis@iiserb.ac.in). The subject line must contain “STARS MOE JRF Application”.
Important Date
The deadline for application submission is 7th September 2026. Selected c
Job Location 🇮🇳
Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Bhopal, Bhopal Bypass Road, Bhauri, Bhopal – 462 066, Madhya Pradesh, India.
For Additional Information
For further details, candidates can refer to the official notification available on the IISER Bhopal website or contact Dr. Ashis Biswas at (ashis@iiserb.ac.in).
Reference: https://www.iiserb.ac.in/assets_external/vacancy/r&d/8779990cd093df44aec28bf148a37360.pdf
Highlights
This JRF position offers a significant opportunity to engage in research that addresses critical environmental issues related to selenium toxicity in agriculture. The role provides a competitive salary and the chance to work with advanced scientific equipment, contributing to impactful research outcomes.
- Government Job Opportunity in a Prestigious Research Institute
- Monthly Salary of Rs. 37,000 plus HRA
- Research Focus on Environmental Science and Agriculture
🔖 Post Expires on 07th September 2026