Applications are invited for two Junior Research Fellow (JRF) positions in Optics and one Lab Support Engineer position, IIT Hyderabad

| 30-09-2026 | | | Applications are invited for two Junior Research Fellow (JRF) positions in Optics and one Lab Support Engineer position, IIT Hyderabad | | | 15-Oct-2026 |

From the notification: भारतीय (ौ*ोिगक/ स2ं थान हैदराबाद क" डी - ५०२ २८५, सांगरडे ्डी, तेलंगाण, भारत फोन : (०४०) २३०१ ६०३३; फे Bस : (०४०) ६००३ / ३२ Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad Kandi – 502 285, Sangareddy, Telangana, INDIA Phone: (040) 2301 6033; Fax: (040) 2301 6003 /32 Advertisement for JRF and Lab Support Engineer Applications are invited for two Junior Research Fellow (JRF) positions in Optics and one Lab Support Engineer position for Engineering to work in the research group of Dr. Vandana Sharma, Department of Physics, IIT Hyderabad. Qualifications for JRF Candidates with any of the following qualifications may apply: • M.Sc. in Physics/Optics/Photonics or a related specialization • Valid GATE score or UGC/CSIR NET-JRF Qualifications for Lab Support Engineer Candidates with any of the following qualifications may apply: • B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering or B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering Desirable Skills and Experience For Lab support engineer candidates from Computer Science and Engineering or Mechanical Engineering: • Knowledge of machine learning and deep learning • Experience with Python programming, image processing, data analysis, and data visualization • Familiarity with databases and scientific data handling will be an advantage. • Experience in mechanical design and engineering drawing • Familiarity with CAD tools and stress/structural simulations • Experience in prototype development, fabrication, or instrumentation will be an advantage. For JRF candidates from Optics/Photonics: • Hands-on experience in optical alignment and laboratory optics • Familiarity with optical simulation software • Experience in data acquisition, image processing, and image analysis • Experimental experience with cameras, lasers, optical components, or imaging systems will be advantageous. Computational/Analytical Skills Experience with one or more of the following is desirable: Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW, data acquisition, data analysis, data visualization, image processing, and scientific computing. Age Limit: Max 28 years on 30th October 2026 for JRF ; Max 25 years on 30th October 2026 Fellowship/Salary • JRF: ₹37,000 per month + HRA • Lab support engineer: ₹25,000 per month (consolidated). How to Apply Interested and eligible candidates should fill the form https://forms.gle/xXfyhLvcpRWoFZy79 The last date for receiving applications is 15 October 2026. Interview Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed online on 30 October 2026 at 10:00 AM IST. The online meeting link and further details will be communicated only to shortlisted candidates.

Qualifications for JRF: Candidates with any of the following qualifications may apply: • M.Sc. in Physics/Optics/Photonics or a related specialization • Valid GATE score or UGC/CSIR NET-JRF Qualifications for Lab Support Engineer: Candidates with any of the following qualifications may apply: • B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering or B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering Desirable Skills and Experience: For Lab support engineer candidates from Computer Science and Engineering or Mechanical Engineering: • Knowledge of machine learning and deep learning • Experience with Python programming, image processing, data analysis, and data visualization • Familiarity with databases and scientific data handling will be an advantage. • Experience in mechanical design and engineering drawing • Familiarity with CAD tools and stress/structural simulations • Experience in prototype development, fabrication, or instrumentation will be an advantage. For JRF candidates from Optics/Photonics: • Hands-on experience in optical alignment and laboratory optics • Familiarity with optical simulation software • Experience in data acquisition, image processing, and image analysis • Experimental experience with cameras, lasers, optical components, or imaging systems will be advantageous. Computational/Analytical Skills Experience with one or more of the following is desirable: Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW, data acquisition, data analysis, data visualization, image processing, and scientific computing. Age Limit: Max 28 years on 30th October 2026 for JRF ; Max 25 years on 30th October 2026 Fellowship/Salary • JRF: ₹37,000 per month + HRA • Lab support engineer: ₹25,000 per month (consolidated).