Job Description

JRF Position: Nanomaterials for High-Performance Supercapacitors

Join our research team! We're hiring a

Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

to work on an exciting project developing

novel calcium fluoride (CaF

?

) nanoparticles

for next-generation supercapacitors as part of an ongoing project at MU -VT (Virgina Tech)

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nterdisciplinary

A

dvanced

R

esearch

C

entre for

T

ransformative

T

echnologies (IARCT2). This role is ideal for candidates passionate about nanomaterials synthesis, energy storage, and cutting-edge electrochemistry.

Project:

Design and Development of Calcium Fluoride Nanomaterials for High-Performance Supercapacitors

Location:

Mahindra University, Hyderabad, India

Duration:

Initially 1 year (extendable based on performance)

Fellowship:

As per norms

Key Responsibilities:

Synthesize and characterize

calcium fluoride nanoparticles

using wet-chemical/methods. Optimize material properties for supercapacitor electrodes (morphology, surface area, conductivity). Fabricate and test supercapacitor devices; evaluate electrochemical performance (CV, GCD, EIS). Collaborate on data analysis, manuscript writing, and patent drafting. Maintain detailed lab records and present findings regularly.

Essential Qualifications:

M.Sc./M.Tech in Materials Science/Nanotechnology/Chemistry/Physics

(min. 60% or equivalent).

Hands-on experience in

nanomaterial synthesis

(e.g., sol-gel, hydrothermal, precipitation).

Proficiency in

material characterization

(XRD, SEM/TEM, BET, XPS).

Basic knowledge of

electrochemical techniques

(CV, EIS) and energy storage devices.

Preferred Skills:

Experience with

fluoride-based nanomaterials

or

supercapacitor electrode fabrication

. Familiarity with

DFT simulations

or

in-situ characterization

. Strong analytical/problem-solving abilities.

How to Apply:

Email the following to

aditya.abburi@mahindrauniversity.edu.in

with subject line

"JRF Application"

by

[20/08/2025]

:



Updated CV (highlighting research experience/skills).

1-page statement of interest (explaining fit for the role).

Scanned copies of academic certificates & NET/GATE scorecard.

Contact details of 2 referees.


Shortlisted candidates will be notified for an in-person interview.

Why Join Us?

Work on

innovative, high-impact research

with publication/patent opportunities. Access to advanced labs * Collaborative environment with national/international partnerships.