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Join the Sustainable Photonic Materials Lab.

We are looking for PhD students who want to build materials from scratch and then measure, characterise and deploy them. The postdoctoral call is closed at the moment.

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PhD positions

We invite applications to the PhD programme of the Sustainable Photonic Materials Lab at the Centre for Interdisciplinary Research, SRM University AP.

SRM University AP PhD programme Apply by email

What we look for

  • MSc/MS (or equivalent) in Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science or a related engineering discipline.
  • NET/GATE-qualified students can join the research group directly.
  • A background in spectroscopy, nanomaterials or photonics is helpful but not required.
  • MSc/MS students with a chemistry background are especially welcome. The lab's programme spans synthesis, characterisation and device physics.

Funding

  • CSIR-NET fellows receive an additional INR 18,000 per month as a President's Award from the University.
  • Students admitted through the standard SRM University AP PhD route.
  • Stipend and fee structure as per current University norms.

Currently closed

  • Postdoctoral positions

    Applications are not open at the moment. The University programme runs its own intake cycles. Email the lab to be told when the next call opens.

How to apply

Three steps, and a conversation.

Nothing here is a test. We want to see how you think.

  1. 01

    Send a CV

    Your publications, if you have any, and a short note about what you want to work on. The note matters more than the CV.

  2. 02

    Apply through the University

    The official PhD programme at SRM University AP. NET/GATE-qualified candidates can join the group directly.

  3. 03

    Talk to us

    An hour with the group. Bring a problem you would like to solve and we will tell you whether we can help.