Sukanta Nandi

Indraprastha Institute of Information Technology Delhi (IIIT-Delhi) is inviting applications for a PhD opportunity in Optomagnetism (joint-student) in the broad area of magnetoelectric materials and optical control of magnetism . The selected PhD student will work on experimental and simulation-driven research related to optically driven magnetic switching , magnetoelectric coupling , multifunctional materials , and nanoelectronic devices . The project is jointly supervised by Dr. Anuj Kumar (Assistant Professor, ECE and Centre for Quantum Technologies, IIIT-Delhi; MIND Lab) and Sukanta Nandi (Assistant Professor, ECE, IIIT-Delhi). Research exposure includes thin-film and device fabrication , optical and magnetic characterization , electrical measurements , material-device integration , and interdisciplinary work in advanced functional materials and spintronic devices . The lab profile of Dr. Anuj Kumar indicates related interests in spintronics , nanoelectronics , and neuromorphic engineering , with device physics, nanofabrication, advanced characterization, micromagnetic simulations, and data-driven modeling. Eligibility highlights: candidates should have a background in Physics , Materials Science , Nanotechnology , ECE , or a related area. Preferred experience includes thin-film deposition, device fabrication, optical/magnetic/electrical characterization, magnetoelectric measurements, and simulation tools such as COMSOL and MuMax3 . A valid CSIR-JRF , UGC-JRF , INSPIRE Fellowship , or equivalent national-level fellowship is preferred, and applicants must meet IIIT Delhi’s qualification requirements. Funding: the position offers a fellowship of ₹60,000 per month . The post mentions immediate start and rolling admission . How to apply: send your CV and cover letter by email to Dr. Anuj Kumar and Sukanta Nandi . Use the subject line: Application for Ph.D. Position – Optomagnetism – [Your Name] – 2026 .