Junior Research Fellow

Company Description

The Indian Institute of Technology Palakkad (IIT Palakkad) is part of a prestigious group of 23 autonomous public institutions known for their excellence in engineering, science, and technology education. Located in the scenic state of Kerala near the Palakkad Gap, the institute blends a rich heritage with innovative academic practices. IIT Palakkad offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and research programs across engineering, science, humanities, and interdisciplinary fields. With a credit-based curriculum and a strong focus on cross-disciplinary and application-oriented learning, the institute is renowned for fostering both academic and holistic personal growth in a student-centric environment.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site position for a Junior Research Fellow (JRF) at Indian Institute of Technology Palakkad, located in Palakkad, Kerala. The Junior Research Fellow will contribute to research projects, conduct literature reviews, develop methodologies, and compile and analyze data. The role involves documenting research findings, preparing technical reports, and assisting in the preparation of research papers and presentations. Collaboration with faculty members and research teams is an integral part of the role. The selected candidate will also be required to assist in laboratory experiments and ensure compliance with research ethics and standards.

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Some references relevant to the project are shared in this link: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1OzegCARiAfd2AitnnpaTYq_PSLekoGZn?usp=sharing

Qualifications

• Strong research and analytical skills, including the ability to conduct literature reviews and compile/analyze research data
• Proficiency in writing research reports, technical papers, and academic publications
• Hands-on experience with laboratory techniques and experimental research methodologies
• Technical expertise in relevant software/tools and programming languages as required by the project
• Effective communication and collaboration skills to work with research teams and mentors
• Master's degree (or Undergraduate Degree) in a relevant field such as Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• Prior research experience and knowledge in the specific project domain will be an advantage
• Ability to stay organized, meet deadlines, and adhere to ethical research practices

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