Post-doctoral Fellow position at IIT Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India
Designation/Position- Post-doctoral Fellow position in IIT
IIT Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India, invites applications for the Post-doctoral Fellow position in IIT from eligible and interested candidates
About- The Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar is offering a postdoctoral fellowship focused on enzyme-driven active matter systems for intracellular transport and delivery. This position provides an excellent opportunity for a motivated researcher to join a dynamic, interdisciplinary team.
Research/Job Area- Chemical Engineering/Chemistry/Physics or any branch of science/engineering
Location- IIT Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India
Eligibilty-
- Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering/Chemistry/Physics or any branch of science/engineering from a recognized institute with good scientific publication record.Â
- The percentage/grade points with respect to the academic qualifications should be a minimum of 60% or equivalent grade from Graduation onwards and 55% or equivalent grade in class 10th and 12th.
| Desirable Qualification/Experience | Experience in python programming / DFT / MD is preferable. The ideal candidate should be highly motivated, capable of working independently, and possess strong problem-solving skills. Excellent communication abilities, including scientific writing and presentation skills, are highly desirable. |
Job/Position Description-
The candidate will work on alkali metal solid-state batteries, with a focus on understanding the impact of grain boundary defects on ionic conduction in solid-state electrolytes and developing strategies to improve electrolyte design and performance. The research will involve the use of advanced computational techniques, including density functional theory (DFT), molecular dynamics (MD), and machine learning interatomic potentials (MLIPs).
| Name of PI | Prof. Soumajit Dutta | Department | Chemical Engineering |
| Project title | Grain Boundary Engineering and Ionic Transport in Alkali Metal Solid-State Electrolytes | ||
| Designation | Post-Doctoral Fellow | ||
| Number of positions | 1 | ||
| Application Link | http://recruitment.iitgn.ac.in/projectstaff/ | ||
| Last date of application submission | 30th June 2026 | ||
| Consolidated Monthly Remuneration | Rs.72000/- to Rs.84000/- per month | ||
| Duration of appointment | 1 year | ||
How to Apply-
Apply online
Last Date for Apply– 30 June 2026
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