Junior Research Fellows/Project Students

Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR) Hyderabad

The X-Ray Imaging Detector (XRID) Lab at TIFR Hyderabad invites applications for Junior Research Fellows/Project Students. The role supports experiments and applications utilizing radiation and particle sources, particularly in biological and industrial imaging. Lab activities include development and characterization of novel gas-based, scintillator, fiber, and photodetectors, along with the design of associated readout electronics and data acquisition (DAQ) systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Development and characterization of novel gas-based, scintillator, fiber, and photodetectors.
• Design of associated readout electronics.
• Design of data acquisition (DAQ) systems.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Qualification in NET or GATE exam is mandatory.
• For thesis projects: Final-year M.Sc. and B.E./B.Tech. students seeking projects of at least six months' duration are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Physics or Electronics.
• Undergraduate degree in Electronics Engineering or closely related discipline.

Desirable Qualifications

• Working experience in developing and characterizing high energy or nuclear physics detectors.
• Experience setting up or measurements with laser systems.
• Expertise in analog or digital electronics.
• Design knowledge in embedded systems, FPGAs, etc.

Tenure

• 1 year

Honorarium/Stipend

• Rs. 37,000/- p.m. + shared accommodation
• For thesis students: Stipend and/or accommodation will be determined in accordance with Institute rules.

Application Process

• Send an email to bsn@tifrh.res.in (Dr. Satyanarayana Bheesette) with your CV, a short motivation letter, and your research summary.
• List names and contact information of two referees in the application.
• Shortlisting will occur after an interview.

Last Date to Apply: OCT 31, 2026