Project Scientist II Position at IIT Madras, India

October 3, 2025

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

About- Applications are invited for the temporary post of Project Research Scientist-I, Department of Medical science and Technology, IIT Madras.

Research/Job Area- 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: 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)