Research Assistant in Quantum Optics with Ultracold Rydberg Atoms at RRI Bengaluru (2 Posts)
Job Description
The Raman Research Institute (RRI) in Bengaluru is hiring two Research Assistants for the project Quantum Technology with Ultra-cold Rydberg Atoms in its Light and Matter Physics (LAMP) group. They will work in the Quantum Optics with Rydberg Atoms Lab (QuORAL) under Dr. Sanjukta Roy, helping design, assemble and calibrate the lasers, optics and electronics used for quantum technology with cold atoms. The last date to apply is 26 September 2026.
At a glance
- Positions: Research Assistant (2 posts), Advertisement No. 21/2026 dated 27 August 2026
- Project: Quantum Technology with Ultra-cold Rydberg Atoms
- Lab: Quantum Optics with Rydberg Atoms Lab (QuORAL), LAMP group
- Guide: Dr. Sanjukta Roy
- Pay: Rs 31,000 per month plus HRA
- Age limit: 28 years on the closing date
- Apply by: 26 September 2026 (online)
Rydberg atoms are atoms excited to very high energy levels, which makes them interact strongly with each other and with electric fields. Cold-atom labs use lasers to cool atoms close to absolute zero and then control them with light, radio-frequency and microwave fields, which is the kind of equipment these assistants will work with.
What the research assistants will do
- Design, assemble and calibrate components and devices for quantum technology with cold atoms and lasers
- Work with optical components, laser sources, power supplies, and RF and microwave components
- Work as part of a team of scientists and PhD scholars on scientific and technical development
Eligibility
- M.Sc. in physics, engineering physics, quantum technology or a related field, or B.E./B.Tech. in engineering physics, electronics or a related field, with at least 60% marks or equivalent
- An M.Tech., M.Phil. or equivalent degree with thesis work is preferred; final-year candidates may apply and must show the provisional certificate on joining
- Upper age limit 28 years on the closing date, with relaxation for SC, ST, OBC and PwD candidates as per Government of India rules
- Desirable: lasers and control electronics; optics alignment; processing raw imaging data and simple simulations; LabVIEW, Python or MATLAB to synchronise lasers, shutters and cameras; RF and microwave signal processing
RRI may limit the number of candidates called for test or interview, and meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee a call. Preference goes to candidates with hands-on experience in a related research area. Incomplete applications, especially those without a statement of purpose, are not considered.
Pay and duration
- Rs 31,000 per month, consolidated, plus admissible HRA
- Temporary appointment under the project
How to apply
Apply online at RRI’s application portal (safal2.rri.res.in) by 26 September 2026, marking this post. Upload colour scans of certificates and mark sheets, a 1-2 page CV, a 1-2 page statement of purpose explaining why you are a good fit, a recent photograph and signature, and give two referees RRI can contact. Queries go to recruitment@rri.res.in.
Key dates
- Advertisement dated 27 August 2026
- Last date for applications: 26 September 2026
Please read the official RRI advertisement No. 21/2026 (PDF) before applying, and browse more research assistant jobs on ResearchJobs.in.
Hiring institution: Raman Research Institute
Official advertisement: www.rri.res.in
How to prepare for this application
- Write a real statement of purpose: RRI rejects applications without one; say what draws you to cold-atom experiments and what you can already do in a lab.
- List lab skills plainly: laser alignment, fibre coupling, electronics, LabVIEW or Python control, and any imaging analysis.
- Read about Rydberg atoms: know why their strong interactions are useful for quantum technology.
- Check the age limit: 28 years on 26 September 2026, with relaxation for reserved categories.
- Line up referees: RRI asks for two people who can write referral letters.
About the Raman Research Institute
The Raman Research Institute in Bengaluru was founded by Nobel laureate C. V. Raman and is an autonomous institute funded by the Government of India. Its research groups work on astronomy and astrophysics, light and matter physics, soft condensed matter and theoretical physics.
