Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Thiruvananthapuram is inviting applications for the post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) to work on a research project funded by nusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF). Interested candidates can apply through email before the last date, July 10, 2026. Eligible candidates with a Master’s degree in relevant field are encouraged to apply.
Date Posted: July 3, 2026.
Institution Name: Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Thiruvananthapuram
Institution Profile: The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Thiruvananthapuram (IISER TVM) is dedicated to scientific research and science education of international standards. Traditionally, teaching has been segregated from research in undergraduate science curricula in our country. The IISERs were established by the Ministry of Education, Government of India, to bridge this dichotomy. IISER TVM was founded in 2008. The institute aims to provide high quality education in modern science, integrating it with outstanding research at the undergraduate level itself, and to develop a spirit of enquiry cutting across disciplines. IISER TVM is an autonomous institution offering a five-year BS-MS programme in addition to iPh.D and Ph.D. programmes in Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Earth & Environmental Science, Data Science and inter-disciplinary areas.
Title of Project: Theoretical investigation of robust topological quantum channels in novel dissipative phases of matter and their characterisation using quantum information concepts.
Funding agency:Â Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF).
Name of Post: Junior Research Fellow
Number of posts: One
Duration: 1 year and extendable upto 3 years based on performance
Minimum Educational qualification:Â Masters in Physics(MS-MS/MSc) or equivalent.
Desirable Qualification: Knowledge of basics of one of the topics : Quantum condensed matter theory, Quantum field theory, Quantum information. Programming skills in Mathematica/Python will be an added advantage. Scholars who have cleared- CSIR –UGC NET including lectureship and GATE are also preferred.
Apply Mode: Email
Last Date to Apply: July 10, 2026
Institution Website: https://www.iisertvm.ac.in/
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit their curriculum vitae with transcripts, Master’s Thesis and a brief  description of any previous projects undertaken by given below email.
Email to Apply: surajhegde@iisertvm.ac.in
Institution Address:
Maruthamala PO, Vithura,
Thiruvananthapuram – 695551,
Kerala, India.
Reference Official Notification: JRF – IISER Thiruvananthapuram
General Instructions for Candidates Applying for IISER Thiruvananthapuram Jobs:
- Information regarding the interviews will be sent by email to all the short-listed candidates. Selected candidates must submit the following documents to the Institute:
- A printed copy of the application form (the one sent by email) signed and dated by the applicant.
- Recent passport size photograph
- One photocopy each of all relevant certificates and other testimonials in support of age, qualification, and experience
- Originals of all certificates for verification of documents.
Disclaimer: The information provided in this job post is published for informational purposes only. Candidates are advised to verify all details directly from the official website or notification of the respective institution before applying.
