The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee, Department of Physics, has announced recruitment for a Research Associate III under a sponsored project funded by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), New Delhi. The project focuses on the design and development of sodiumโion cell based power backup systems (1โ5 kWh) operable at subโzero temperatures for renewable energy applications.
๐งพ Project & Position Details
- Project Title: Design and Development of Power Backup of 1โ5 kWh based on Sodiumโion Cell operable at subโZero temperature for renewables
- Sponsor: MNRE, New Delhi
- Position: Research Associate III (Code: MNEโ2793โPHYโCNA/25โ26)
- Duration: One year
- Emoluments: โน67,000 per month + 10% HRA
- Job Description: Synthesis and characterization of subโzero based electrolytes and their application in sodiumโion batteries (SIBs).
๐ Eligibility Criteria
- Ph.D. in Physics / Applied Physics / Nanotechnology / Material Science / Chemical Engineering or equivalent.
- Research experience in energy storage devices (Liโion / Naโion battery fabrication) preferred.
- Minimum age and other eligibility conditions as per IIT Roorkee norms.
- Preference will be given to SC/ST candidates with equal qualifications and experience.
๐ Application & Interview Process
- Last Date for Application Submission: 30 September 2026
- Interview Date: 01 October 2026 at 11:00 AM
- Venue: Seminar Room, Department of Physics, IIT Roorkee
- Application Mode: Candidates may apply via email, post, or submit directly at the time of interview.
๐ Documents Required
- Application on plain paper with detailed CV (including academic qualifications and chronological record of degrees/certificates).
- Experience certificates (research, industrial, or other relevant fields).
- Attested copies of degree/certificates and experience certificates.
- Original documents must be produced at the time of interview for verification.
โ ๏ธ Important Instructions
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
- Selected candidates may get an opportunity for Ph.D. admission based on performance.
- Applications received after the last date will not be considered.
- Candidates must ensure eligibility before applying.
โ Final Takeaway
This recruitment offers a valuable opportunity for researchers in the field of energy storage and battery technology to contribute to a prestigious MNREโsponsored project at IIT Roorkee. Interested candidates should apply before 30 September 2026 and attend the walkโin interview on 01 October 2026.
Issued by: Prof. Yogesh Kumar Sharma, Principal Investigator, Department of Physics, IIT Roorkee โ Official Advertisement dated 10 September 2026.
