IIT Gandhinagar Postdoctoral Fellow Recruitment 2026

IIT Gandhinagar is hiring 1 Postdoctoral Fellow in the Department of Physics. You will work on an ANRF-funded research project on hot QCD matter in heavy-ion collisions under Dr. Vinod Chandra. The monthly salary is Rs. 72,000 to Rs. 84,000 (consolidated, including HRA). The last date to apply is 20 April 2026. You need a Ph.D. in Theoretical High Energy Physics to be eligible.

IIT Gandhinagar Postdoctoral Fellow Recruitment 2026 - 1 Post

Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IITGN), an Institute of National Importance established in 2008 under the Ministry of Education, has released Advertisement No. OTH/10053/Advt0159 dated 23 March 2026. This recruitment is for 1 Postdoctoral Fellow position in the Department of Physics. The project focuses on early-stage dynamics of hot QCD matter in heavy-ion collisions with heavy quarks. This is a great opportunity for physics researchers to join one of India's premier IITs.

Who Can Apply?

Essential Qualification

• Ph.D. in Theoretical High Energy Physics, with specialization in areas related to hot QCD matter
• Candidates who have submitted their thesis are also eligible to apply
• Good academic record with minimum 60% marks (or equivalent grade) from Graduation onwards
• Minimum 55% marks (or equivalent grade) in Class 10th and 12th

Desirable Qualification

• Strong research track record in finite-temperature field theory approaches to hot QCD matter
• Experience in heavy quark dynamics, kinetic theory, relativistic hydrodynamics, and spin hydrodynamics
• Research in the context of heavy quark transport

Salary

• Monthly Salary: Rs. 72,000 to Rs. 84,000 per month (consolidated, including HRA)
• House Rent Allowance: Rs. 11,100 per month (if applicable)
• Medical Benefits: For self, spouse, and children at par with IIT Gandhinagar faculty
• Leave: 2.5 days per month, can be accumulated up to 90 days

Selection Process

1. Application Screening: Your qualifications, academic record, and research experience will be evaluated
2. Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview. Travel reimbursement (II AC train fare) and accommodation will be provided
3. Document Verification: Original documents will be verified before final selection

How to Apply

1. Visit the official application portal at recruitment.iitgn.ac.in/projectstaff
2. Fill in your details and upload the required documents
3. Submit a detailed CV with your list of publications
4. Write a short research plan for IITGN (maximum 2 pages)
5. Upload your PhD degree certificate (or provisional certificate / expected graduation date)
6. Upload all marksheets and degree certificates from Class 10th onwards
7. Arrange for 2 letters of recommendation to be sent directly to Prof. Vinod Chandra at vchandra@iitgn.ac.in with subject line "PD26-HOTQCD-YourName" by 20 April 2026

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 23 March 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 20 April 2026
• Recommendation Letters Deadline: 20 April 2026

• Conduct research on heavy quark dynamics across different stages of hot QCD matter, with emphasis on the pre-equilibrium phase
• Develop theoretical models for heavy quark transport in a realistic quark-gluon plasma
• Investigate the effects of magnetic fields, spin effects, and the QCD equation of state on heavy quark transport
• Collaborate with Prof. Vinod Chandra's group at IIT Gandhinagar and Prof. Santosh Kumar Das's group at IIT Goa
• Prepare and publish research papers in reputed international journals
• Assist in teaching and related academic activities as per institute norms