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The Institute of Chemical Technology (ICT), Mumbai, a premier deemed university specializing in chemical science and technology, is inviting applications for a Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position. This opportunity is part of a BRNS-sponsored research project under the guidance of Dr. Somen Mondal and is ideal for aspiring researchers with a strong background in chemistry.
Project & Role Details
- Project Title: “Ion transport through Bovine Serum Albumin based self-standing bio-membrane”
- Duration: The project has a duration of one year.
- Job Description: The selected JRF will be responsible for the synthesis, preparation, and characterization of bio-membranes, including carrying out spectroscopy measurements.
- Number of Positions: 1
Eligibility and Compensation
- Educational Qualifications: Applicants must have a Master’s degree in Chemistry with a consistently good academic record. Preference will be given to candidates who have cleared national-level examinations like GATE or CSIR-UGC NET, or the ICT PhD entrance exam.
- Age Limit: The upper age limit is 30 years, with standard relaxations for reserved categories as per government norms.
- Salary: The position offers a consolidated monthly fellowship of ₹37,000. The role can be converted to a Senior Research Fellow (SRF) position with a salary of ₹42,000 per month after two years of satisfactory performance as a JRF.
Application Process & Deadline
Interested candidates must submit their application and all required documents via email by midnight on September 30, 2025.
Your application email must include:
- A cover letter and a detailed curriculum vitae.
- Aadhaar number, date of birth, and contact information.
- Self-attested photocopies of all academic certificates and mark sheets.
- Two reference letters.
Email your complete application to research.project@staffmarj.ictmumbai.edu.in with a copy to s.mondal@marj.ictmumbai.edu.in. The subject line must be “Application for the post of JRF_BRNS_SM”.
Shortlisted candidates will be notified via email about the interview, which will be the basis for final selection. Please note that no TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
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