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Applications are invited for the Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position in a research project
funded by DRDO to be carried out at the Department of Physics, IIT Hyderabad.

1 Name of post Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
2 Project title Numerical Simulation of Orbital Propagation and

Experimental Validation of the LEO Objects using Optical
Tracking Approach

3 Job description Year 1: Image analysis of Low Earth Orbit (LEO) objects,
set up an image analysis algorithm pipeline, and calculate
orbital elements from images of a given LEO. Finally
automated the procedure for a large number of LEO
objects.
Year 2: assist in conducting field operations of the facility
on a daily basis, which include (1) a list of LEO source
selection (2) prepare an observation plan, (3) track and
record each pass with multiple short exposures, (4)
calculate orbital elements using the algorithm developed
in year 1.

4 Funding agency DRDO, Government of India
5 Duration of the project 2 Years, with a possibility of further extension based on

performance, funding availability and an prospect to
work with the DRDO Labs.

6 Number of vacancies 1
7 Monthly compensation Rs. 37,000 + HRA (as per Govt. norm)
8 Minimum eligibility

requirements
1. M.Sc. in Physics/Astrophysics/Space Physics from

recognised institutions with a minimum 70%
Marks or 7.0 CGPA

OR
2. M.Tech/M.E. in /Computer Science/Electronics

and Instrumentation/Aerospace/Electrical from a
recognised institute (CGPA 7.0 or above)

3.



GATE qualification with a valid GATE scorecard

9 Desirable qualifications Knowledge of orbital dynamics, Astrodynamics, or
experience with the operation of a telescope,
intermediate/advanced Python programming skills,
knowledge of AI/ML techniques and applications
(intermediate to advanced level)

10 Age limit 29 years as of 1 January 2025

Application procedure

- Prepare a single PDF file containing the following documents/information:

o A Curriculum Vitae detailing your education and experience
o Master's degree mark sheets/transcripts
o A cover letter (maximum two pages) describing your background relevant to

the project and how you can contribute to the project.
o Contact details of two references
o GATE/NET scorecard

- Email the application file to Dr. Mayukh Pahari at [email protected] . Please

mention “Application for JRF, PHYSICS ” in the subject line.

- This is a rolling advertisement; applications will be reviewed and shortlisted by the PI

every 15 days until a suitable candidate is found.

- Selection process:
- Candidates will be shortlisted based on merit and project requirements.
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview and informed via email about

interview details. Online Interviews will be held within a few days of the close of
applications. The candidate who will qualify for the interview will be informed by
email.

- The shortlisted candidate is required to join immediately.

Dr. Mayukh Pahari
(Principal Investigator)

📌 Advertisement for Junior Research Fellow, Department of Physics, IIT Hyderabad (India)
🏢 Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad
📍 India