Chemistry Project IIT Kanpur – Apply For JRF Position
INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY KANPUR
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Department of Chemistry
Advertisement Number: P.Rect./R&D/2024/242
Applications are invited for the post of one Junior Research Fellow under a DST-sponsored project, entitled “Hydrogen Production from Water Catalyzed by Functionalized NHC-stabilized Nanoparticles and Beyond” under the supervision of Prof. Jitendra K. Bera and Prof. Manabendra Chandra, Department of Chemistry, IIT Kanpur.
Desirable Qualification and Experience
- M.Sc. in Chemistry /Physical Chemistry/Inorganic Chemistry from a reputed University/ Institute in India with 1st class and relevant experience.
- Valid NET (LS)/GATE score.
- Fundamental understanding of light-matter interaction, spectroscopy, and basic understanding of metal nanoparticles’ optical properties (especially, plasmonics) will be a plus point.
- Good knowledge of synthesis and functionalization of nanoparticles. Prior experience and expertise in this area will be highly desirable.
- Knowledge in the characterization of nanoparticles and molecules (TEM, SEM, UV-Vis spectroscopy, FT-IR spectroscopy, Raman spectroscopy, XPS, PXRD).
- Solid understanding of catalysis/photocatalysis and water oxidation. Prior experience and expertise in this area will be highly desirable.
- Basic understanding of lasers, LEDs, etc.
Nature of Work
- Synthesis, functionalization, and characterization of nanoparticles.
- Setting up and carrying out photocatalysis reactions (H2 production from water).
- Analysis of results/data.
- Drafting manuscripts.
Salary:
₹43,660/- (per month)Term of Appointment: The appointment will be purely on a temporary and contractual basis. Initial appointment will be for one year with a possibility of extension up to 3 years (based on the work performance of the fellow).
Number of Positions: One
How to Apply
The applicants should email their applications (CV, cover letter, two references, contact details) by E-mail to [email protected] (The advertisement number should be the ‘subject’ of the application email).
The last date for submitting an online application is on or before 10th October 2024. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an online interview.
Expected Start Date of the Project: 01/11/2024. Campus accommodation may not be available.
Contact
Prof. Manabendra Chandra, Professor, Department of Chemistry
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur, Kalyanpur, Uttar Pradesh 208 016
Webpage: https://home.iitk.ac.in/~jbera/, https://home.iitk.ac.in/~mchandra/
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