Junior Research Fellow
Post Date: 3rd October 2025
Hiring Organization: Indian Institute of Science Education and Research
Organization 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 Human Resource Development, 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.
Job Title: Junior Research Fellow
Title of the project: MoES Grant on “Impacts of the Tropical Convergence Zone and Monsoon Low Pressure System on Summer Monsoon Variability: Observations and Models”
Qualification: M.Sc./ B. Tech / M.Tech in Atmospheric Science/ Earth Science/ Physics/ Mathematics/Meteorology/Climate Science/Oceanography/Mechanical Engineering/ Civil Engineering or equivalent And Qualified in National Level Examinations like CSIR-UGC-NET(LS), GATE, JEST or equivalent Or BS-MS/MSc students from any of the IISERs/IITs/IISc with CGPA 8 or above on a 10-point scale are exempted from national level test eligibility related criteria.
Desirable Qualifications: Background in Tropical Meteorology, with a focus on monsoon dynamics or Low pressure systems or Tropical Convergence Zone. Sound understanding of Fluid Dynamics, particularly as it applies to large-scale atmospheric circulation. Proficiency in Python programming, including use of scientific libraries (e.g., NumPy, Pandas, Matplotlib, Scikit-learn, xarray). Experience or strong interest in atmospheric modelling and climate data.
Salary: Rs.37000/- + HRA
Tenture of the post: 1 year only, with the possibility of an extension based on performance
Location: Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
Last Date: October 12, 2025
Organization Website: www.iisertvm.ac.in
How to Apply: Interested and eligible candidates are invited to apply via email, including the following documents in a single PDF file: 1. Expression of Interest (briefly outlining your motivation and suitability for the project) 2. Curriculum Vitae (CV) 3. Academic Transcripts 4. Eligibility Certificates Please send your email to: vishnu@iisertvm.ac.in Subject Line: Application for MoES–LPS-TCZ Project – [Your Given Name]
Address: Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Thiruvananthapuram (IISER TVM), Maruthamala PO, Vithura, Thiruvananthapuram – 695551, Kerala, India.
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