Position: Research Associate (Postdoctoral Fellow)
Principal Investigator: Dr. Nithyanandan Kanagaraj
Title of the Project: Development of Dynamic Beam Engineering Technology for Laser-Assisted Advanced Manufacturing System
Funding Agency: Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO)
Tenure: One Year (Initial Contract) Note: The original agreement is for one year. Subject to satisfactory performance, the contract can be extended to two more years or till the completion of the project.
Minimum Qualification: Ph.D. degree in the relevant area of Physics/Electrical Engineering/Mechanical Engineering with specialization/research experience in Photonics/Optics/lasers and Laser assisted systems and applications.
Desirable Qualifications: Candidates with research/industrial experience in the field of photonics, fiber optics, lasers will be given an advantage. Expertise in advanced numerical simulation in ultrafast optics/nonlinear optics and experimental experience in Fiber laser/optics are highly desirable. Working knowledge in AI/ML, experience in system integration, controls, automation, and prior experience in laser-assisted system such as manufacturing are preferable.
Age: The upper age limit shall be 35 years, and age relaxation as per GoI norms
Fellowship: INR 61,000/- per month + 27 % HRA (as per DST norms)
How to apply: Interested candidates may apply through https://tinyurl.com/2rwhxuz4
The deadline for applications is 08/06/2025
Selection: Selection will be based on the candidate research profile and the performance at the Interview. Only the shortlisted candidates will be called for interview. The selection committee’s decision will be final.
Interview date:
Last Date of Application: 08th June 2025
Tentative date of Interview: 15th June 2025
Announcement of Results: 20th June 2025
Expected Joining Date: 1st July 2025