| The Department of Civil Engineering at the National Institute of Technology (NIT), Tiruchirappalli, is inviting applications from eligible Indian nationals for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) / Project Associate-I / Project Associate-II. The role is under a funded research project focused on developing innovative and environmentally friendly ground improvement techniques to mitigate seismic soil liquefaction risks. The selected candidate may also be eligible to register for the Ph.D. program at NIT Trichy. |
Detailed Information of the Position
| S. No. | Details | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Project Title | Innovative and Environment Friendly Ground Improvement Technique for Mitigating Seismic Soil Liquefaction Risk |
| 2. | Funding Agency | Science & Engineering Research Board (SERB) – CRG |
| 3. | Position Offered | Junior Research Fellow (JRF) / Project Associate-I / Project Associate-II |
| 4. | Number of Vacancies | 01 (One) |
| 5. | Eligibility Criteria | – JRF: B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engg. + M.E./M.Tech in Geotechnical Engg. or related + GATE – PA-I: Same as JRF without GATE – PA-II: Same as PA-I + 2 years research experience |
| 6. | Emoluments | – JRF (GATE qualified): ₹31,000/month – PA-I (Non-GATE): ₹25,000/month – PA-II (Non-GATE + 2 yrs exp): ₹28,000/month |
| 7. | Duration | 3 Years (Initially for 1 year; extendable based on performance) |
| 8. | Job Responsibilities | – Execute project work – Data compilation and report preparation – Eligible for Ph.D. registration |
| 9. | Application Deadline | 2nd May 2025, 05:00 PM |
| 10. | Age Limit | < 35 years (Relaxation: OBC – 3 years, SC/ST – 5 years) |
| 11. | Application Mode | Send by Post/Courier to: Dr. K. Muthukkumaran, BIS Chair Professor and Head, Dept. of Civil Engineering, NIT Trichy – 620 015 Subject: “JRF/SERBCRG/2022/007331” |
| 12. | Selection Process | Shortlisted candidates will be informed via Email/Mobile. No TA/DA provided for interview. |
| 13. | Documents to be Submitted | – Prescribed application format – Bio-Data – Attested copies of certificates & experience proofs |
| 14. | Interview Requirements | Bring original certificates for verification during the interview |
Important Links
| Apply Online | Sent by Post courier | |
| Notification | Click here | |
| Official Website | Click here | |