Advertisement for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) in an ISRO-RESPOND project at Ramakrishna Mission Vivekananda Educational and Research Institute (RKMVERI), Belur Math – June 2026
Applications are invited from interested candidates for the post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) at the Ramakrishna Mission Vivekananda Educational and Research Institute (RKMVERI) on the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) funded project under the RESPOND program.
| Project title | Studies on microgravity effects on the Musculoskeletal System through a 6-degree Head-Down Tilt Bed Rest Study |
| PI | Dr. Arnab Das, Assistant Professor, Dept. of Sports Science and Yoga, RKMVERI |
| Position | Junior Research Fellow (JRF): 1 post |
| Stipend | Rs. 37,000/- + 10% HRA per month |
| Duration | The initial appointment is for one year, extendable for one more year based on performance. |
| Qualifications |
Essential:
Desirable:
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| Age limit | 28 years (for General Category). Relaxation for reserved categories per Govt. of India rules. |
| Nature of work | Screening and recruiting subjects, conducting HDT experiments, performing quantification of biomarkers, handling and maintenance of the laboratory equipment, collecting, managing, securing data, performing data analysis, and project-related documentation. |
Candidates should send their application along with the following details: a) academic qualifications with supporting copies of certificates, b) experience, c) resume, d) publications, if any and e) a short note on why the candidate is interested in working on this project as a single PDF file with subject line ‘Application for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) (ISRO-RESPOND Project)’ to the following email id: ; on or before 25 July 2026.
Selection Procedure:
- Shortlisted candidates will be notified via email.
- Interviews will be conducted in online/offline mode (dates to be notified later). No TA/DA will be provided for the interview.
Note: The possibility of getting registered for Ph.D. in RKMVERI Deemed to be University while being engaged in the above project is open to motivated and aspiring candidates. The decision of the University authorities is final in this regard.