Miral Verma

A Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) position is available at the Indian Institute of Technology Bhubaneswar, funded by the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) under the Prime Minister Early Career Research Grant (PMECRG). The research project focuses on phase-field modeling of hydrogen segregation in polycrystalline iron, a topic at the intersection of materials science and physics. Eligible candidates will have the opportunity to convert the JRF position into a fully funded PhD scholarship at IIT Bhubaneswar, subject to meeting the institute's doctoral admission requirements. The position is supervised by Assistant Professor Miral Verma. Applicants should have a background in materials science, physics, or engineering. Age relaxation is available for candidates from SC/ST/OBC/PWD categories as per government rules. All applications must be submitted online, and shortlisted candidates will be contacted via email for interviews. The application deadline is October 1, 2025. For more details, candidates can contact [email protected] or refer to the official IIT Bhubaneswar temporary jobs page. The position offers a pathway to a PhD with project-based funding, though specific stipend and tuition details are not provided.