SRM Institute Hiring Junior Research Fellow
Looking for a rewarding Junior Research Fellow Job in India? Here’s an exciting research opportunity from SRM Institute of Science & Technology for passionate biotechnology and environmental science candidates. This position offers a unique opportunity for life science graduates to work on a Ministry of Mines funded project focused on sustainable rare earth element recovery using advanced bioprocessing techniques. Candidates aiming to build successful Life Science Careers in biotechnology, bioleaching, and environmental bioprocessing should not miss this prestigious opening.
About SRM Institute of Science & Technology
SRM Institute of Science & Technology is one of India’s leading private universities known for excellence in education, innovation, and scientific research. The university offers world-class infrastructure, advanced laboratories, and interdisciplinary research opportunities across biotechnology, life sciences, engineering, and healthcare sectors. Through strong academic and industrial collaborations, SRM Institute of Science & Technology provides excellent career opportunities for researchers and professionals pursuing advanced scientific and biotechnology careers.
Job Details
- Position: Junior Research Fellow
- Campus: Kattankulathur
- Job Reference No.: SRM EC K-JP/00301
- Division: Department of Biotechnology
- Functional Area: Research
- Number of Positions: 1
- Experience Required: 0 to 1 years
Job Description
The Junior Research Fellow will work on a Ministry of Mines funded project focused on the recovery of critical rare earth elements from mine/ore waste using sustainable and greener approaches.
The project specifically deals with the recovery of Gallium from Bayer Liquor through bioprocessing methods.
Key Responsibilities
The selected candidate will:
- Work on the synthesis of biomolecules through bioprocessing
- Use synthesized biomolecules for the recovery of Gallium from Bayer Liquor
- Characterize recovered elements using high-end equipment
- Participate in research activities related to metal recovery and biotechnological applications
Essential Qualification
Candidates must possess:
- M.Tech. in:
- Biotechnology
- Industrial Biotechnology
- Environmental Biotechnology
- OR
- M.Sc. in:
- Biotechnology
- Microbiology
- Environmental Science/Biotechnology
- Related areas
Academic Requirement
- Minimum 60% marks or First Class
- Preference for GATE/CSIR-NET/UGC-NET qualified candidates
Desired Qualification
- M.Tech. in:
- Biotechnology
- Industrial Biotechnology
- Environmental Biotechnology
- OR
- M.Sc. in:
- Biotechnology
- Microbiology
- Environmental Science/Biotechnology
- Related areas
Preferred Criteria
- Minimum 60% marks or First Class
- Preference for GATE/CSIR-NET/UGC-NET qualified candidates
Required Skills
The candidate should have practical and theoretical knowledge in:
- Bioprocessing
- Protein purification and characterization techniques
- Metal recovery and characterization
- Bioleaching
- Heavy metal bioremediation
- Nano metal oxide synthesis
- Industrial wastewater treatment and characterization
- Physical, chemical, and biological metal recovery techniques
Salary Details
- ₹37,000 + 24% HRA per month for the 1st and 2nd year
- ₹42,000 + 24% HRA per month for the 3rd year
