Junior Reseach Fellow

Junior Research Fellow - Development of Self-Sensing materials for Smart Infrastructure

Company Description:

Mahindra University, established in May 2020, is a multidisciplinary global education and knowledge campus. The university partners with leading academic institutions such as Centrale Supélec, France, and Cornell University’s SC Johnson School of Business, USA, to offer rigorous, industry-aligned curricula and international exposure. Students benefit from interdisciplinary learning through live industry projects and flexible course choices, preparing them for real-life challenges. The university offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs across four schools: School of Management, Ecole Centrale School of Engineering, School of Law, and School of Education. Mahindra University fosters every student's success, providing meritorious students with a world-class education through a liberal scholarship scheme.

Role Description:

This is a full-time on-site role for a Junior Research Fellow (JRF) in the Development of Self-Sensing Materials for Smart Infrastructure. The role is based in Hyderabad and is a part of an ongoing project at Mahindra University-Virginia Tech MU-VT Interdisciplinary Advanced Research Center for

Transformative Technologies (IARCT2). The JRF will conduct research on the development of self-sensing materials for identifying, developing prototypes, analyzing data, and collaborating with faculty and industry partners. Additional responsibilities include documenting research findings, preparing reports, and presenting results. The JRF will also participate in academic meetings and contribute to publishing research papers.

Qualifications:

·        Strong experimental Skills and Communication abilities

·        Proficiency in material characterization.

·        Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team setting

·        Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Structural Engineering, Materials Science, nanotechnology, or related disciplines)

·        Previous research experience is an advantage

Dr. Sri Kalyana Rama Jyosyula