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Role Description: The PhD opportunity in our group in the Department of Chemistry involves full-time research at IIT Kharagpur, India. The selected candidate will design and conduct experiments, analyze data, and develop new methodologies or concepts in their chosen area of chemistry. Day-to-day responsibilities include literature review, planning and executing research tasks, maintaining laboratory records, and collaborating with group members and external partners. The candidate will prepare manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals, contribute to conference presentations, and participate in group meetings, seminars, and departmental activities. Additional responsibilities may include mentoring junior students, assisting in teaching-related duties, and supporting the maintenance of shared facilities and instruments.
Qualifications
- Strong foundational knowledge in chemistry or closely related disciplines, with interest in experimental and/or computational research.
- Master’s degree in Chemistry or a relevant field from a recognized institution; eligibility to enroll in the PhD program as per IIT Kharagpur norms.
- Demonstrated ability to review scientific literature, formulate research problems, and design appropriate methodologies.
- Competence in scientific writing, including preparation of reports, theses, and manuscripts for publication.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills for working within an interdisciplinary research group and with external partners.
- Strong motivation, independence, and time-management skills to handle long-term projects and meet research milestones.
- Familiarity with modern laboratory techniques and instrumentation, or relevant computational tools and software, depending on the research area.
- Prior research experience, publications, or participation in research projects and conferences will be considered an advantage.
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