Institute of Physics (IOP) Recruitment 2025: Apply for Research Associate, Scientific Student, and Electronics Lab Technician Posts

The Institute of Physics (IOP), Bhubaneswar isn’t just offering temporary positions—it’s inviting curious minds to become part of something bigger than themselves. Whether you’re a Research Associate chasing breakthroughs, a budding Scientific Student hungry for discovery, or an Electronics Lab Technician who speaks the language of circuits, this is where your skills meet purpose.

Important Dates

• Application Start Date: Already Open
• Last Date to Apply: 15th May 2025
• Expected Joining Date: To be informed after selection

Application Fee

No application fee is required for any of the available positions. Candidates can apply free of cost by sending their documents through email.

Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria

1. Research Associates / Post-Doctoral Fellows

• Educational Qualification: Doctorate in Nuclear Physics or Experimental High-Energy Physics.
• Age Limit: Between 30 to 35 years.
• Other Requirements:
  • Candidates must provide a list of academic publications.
  • Names of two academic referees must be included.
  • A statement of research interest is required.

2. Scientific Students

• Educational Qualification: M.Sc. / M.Phil. in Physics with at least 60% marks.
• Age Limit: Between 20 to 35 years.
• Preference:
  • Candidates who have qualified in CSIR/NET/JEST/GATE exams.
  • Desirable to have at least one year experience in programming with Fortran/C++ on Linux OS.

3. Electronics Lab Technician

• Educational Qualification: Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Electronics, securing at least 60% marks.
• Age Limit: Between 25 to 40 years.
• Experience:
  • Experience in assembling and fault-tracing of electronic circuits.
  • Proficiency in PCB design and using simulation software.

Pay Scale / Remuneration

Chosen candidates will be paid a fixed monthly remuneration according to the structure outlined below.

Note: These are consolidated stipends and no additional allowances will be provided.

Selection Process

The selection of candidates will be based on:

1. Screening of Applications: Based on academic qualifications, experience, and eligibility.
2. Interview (if required): Shortlisted candidates may be contacted for an interview (either online or offline).
3. Document Verification: Original documents may be verified before final joining.

Please note that no TA/DA will be provided for attending any selection process or for joining the position.

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates should send their applications by email to.

The subject of the email should clearly mention the post applied for.

Documents to be Attached:

For Research Associates / Post-Doctoral Fellows:

1. Covering letter
2. Detailed academic CV
3. List of publications
4. Names and contact details of two academic referees
5. Statement of research interests

For Scientific Students and Electronics Lab Technician:

1. Covering letter
2. Updated CV with academic qualifications and work experience

Ensure all documents are submitted in PDF format and the email is sent before the deadline of 15th May 2025.

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