Postdoctoral Fellow in Catalytic CO2 Fixation, IIT Ropar (Department of Chemistry)
Job Description
IIT Ropar is hiring a postdoctoral fellow in catalytic CO2 fixation in its Department of Chemistry. You will work on turning carbon dioxide into fine chemicals and fuels. The post pays Rs 60,000 a month plus HRA. Email your application by 7 November 2026.
At a glance
- Position: Postdoctoral Fellow
- Mentor: Prof. C. M. Nagaraja, Department of Chemistry
- Where: IIT Ropar, Rupnagar, Punjab
- Pay: Rs 60,000 a month consolidated, plus HRA as per institute rules
- Duration: Contract, renewed every six months; can run beyond one year
- Apply by: 7 November 2026, by email
The advertisement names no project or funding agency and gives no number of posts. Shortlisted candidates are called for an online interview. The selected person must join soon after the offer.
What the CO2 fixation postdoc will work on
- Catalytic fixation of carbon dioxide into fine chemicals
- Catalytic routes from carbon dioxide to fuels
- Synthesis of new catalytic materials
- Testing and characterising those catalysts
Why this role matters
Turning CO2 into useful chemicals is one of the main routes to cleaner industry. India has set net-zero goals, and catalysis skills are in demand in labs and in industry. A postdoc here builds both synthesis and testing experience in one group.
Eligibility
- A PhD in Chemistry or Materials Science
- Candidates who have submitted their thesis may apply with a thesis-submission certificate
- A strong background in materials synthesis and catalysis
- Upper age limit: 35 years, relaxed as per Government of India norms
The advertisement is undated and has no number. It gives the last date as 07/11/2026, which in Indian date format is 7 November 2026.
Pay and duration
- Rs 60,000 a month, consolidated
- HRA as per IIT Ropar rules
- Contract renewed every six months on good performance; it can run for more than one year
- No application fee is mentioned
How to apply
Fill in the application form on page 2 of the official advertisement (PDF). Email it with a short research proposal and a detailed CV to Prof. C. M. Nagaraja at cmnraja@iitrpr.ac.in by 7 November 2026. Your CV should show your past research experience.
Key dates
- Last date: 7 November 2026
- Interview: online, date to be announced
Please read the official IIT Ropar advertisement (PDF) before applying, and browse more postdoc jobs on ResearchJobs.in.
Hiring institution: Indian Institute of Technology Ropar
Official advertisement: www.iitrpr.ac.in
How to prepare for this application
- Write a focused proposal. Pick one CO2 conversion reaction and say which catalyst you would make and why.
- Show synthesis depth. List the materials you made, such as MOFs or porous polymers, and how you tested them.
- Bring numbers. Quote yields, selectivity and recycling results from your thesis work.
- Read the group's recent papers. Link your skills to their published catalysts.
- Check the age rule. The limit is 35. Browse more postdocs and supervisors on our Find a supervisor page.
About IIT Ropar
IIT Ropar was set up in 2008 as one of the eight new IITs. It is an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Education. Its campus sits on the banks of the Sutlej at Rupnagar, Punjab.
