Recruitment for Junior Research Fellow (JRF) / Research Assistant Position

Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering

Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Ropar, Punjab, India

Applications are invited from motivated and academically solid candidates for a JRF / Research Assistant position in the Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering at IIT Ropar. The selected candidate will work on a research project focused on the development and characterization of Cu–Ce alloys, particularly exploring alloy development, microstructural evolution, and the correlation between microstructure and mechanical and physical properties.
Research Area
Development and processing of Cu–Ce alloys.
Microstructural characterization and phase identification.
Evaluation of mechanical and physical properties.
Understanding processing–microstructure–property relationships.
Minimum Educational Qualifications

B.Tech. in any of the following disciplines:
Materials Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Metallurgical Engineering
Materials Science
Production Engineering
Industrial Engineering

Eligibility and Position Classification
JRF Position: Candidates with a B.Tech.



degree from a Centrally Funded Technical Institution (CFTI), a minimum CGPA of 7.5, and a valid GATE score will be considered for the Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position.
Research Assistant Position: Candidates with a B.Tech. degree from a CFTI and a minimum CGPA of 7.5, but without a GATE score, will be considered for the Research Assistant position.
Chance for Ph.D. Admission The selected candidate will have an prospect to apply for admission to the Ph.D. programme in the Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering at IIT Ropar by July 2027, subject to fulfilling the institute's eligibility requirements and the regular Ph.D. admission and selection process.
Place of Work

Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering,

Indian Institute of Technology Ropar, Punjab, India.
How to Apply

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their updated CV, academic transcripts, GATE scorecard (if applicable), and a brief statement of research interests to the contact email provided below.

Motivated candidates interested in advanced alloy development, sustainable materials, and microstructural engineering are encouraged to apply.

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