Designation/Position- Project Scientist II Position at IIT
IIT Madras, India invites application for Project Scientist II Position at IIT from eligible and interested candidates
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Research/Job Area-Â Department of Chemical Engineering
- Multiscale modelling
- Molecular simulations
- Methanol synthesis from CO2-rich feed
- Density Functional Theory (DFT) simulations
- Microkinetic modeling
- Reaction networks
- Machine-learned interatomic potentials (preferred)
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Location- IIT Madras, India
Eligibility/Qualification–
- Doctoral degree in Science or
- Master’s degree in Engineering or Technology from a recognized university
- 3 years of experience in research & development in Industrial/Academic Institutions or S&T Organizations
- Expertise in DFT simulations of complex reaction networks
- Experience in plotting energy landscapes
- Preliminary exposure to first-principles microkinetic modeling is expected
- Experience with machine-learned interatomic potential development (desirable)
Job/Position Description-
Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras), Department of Chemical Engineering, is inviting applications for the temporary post of Project Scientist – I. This is a contract role for an initial duration of 6 months, focusing on multiscale modelling and reactor experiments in the area of methanol synthesis using CO2-rich feed. The position offers an opportunity to work at the intersection of chemical engineering research and advanced simulations, with the potential for extension based on performance.
Designation:Â Project Scientist – I
- Conduct literature surveys and summarize findings
- Perform molecular simulations
- Carry out Density Functional Theory simulations for reaction networks
- Plot and analyze energy landscapes of reactions
- Contribute to scientific publications and technical reports
- Participate in the development of first-principles microkinetic models
- Collaborate with research team for experimental and theoretical investigations
- Temporary Project Scientist – I position at IIT Madras, Department of Chemical Engineering
- 6-month contract, extendable based on performance
- Research focus: multiscale modelling, simulation, methanol synthesis
- PhD or Master’s with 3 years R&D experience required
- Apply online by October 9, 2025
How to Apply-
- Eligible applicants must apply online at: IIT Madras Careers – Current Openings
- Refer to Advertisement No.: ICSR/PR/Advt.165/2025 dated 24/09/2025
- All applications must be submitted through the provided link; only online applications are accepted
- For any technical issues, contact via email at icsrrecruitment@icsrpis.iitm.ac.in or icsrrecruitment6@icsrpis.iitm.ac.in, or call 044-2257 9796 (Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM–5:30 PM, except National Holidays)
Last Date for Apply–09 October 2024
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