Job Title: Research fellow/ Research Scientist/ R&D Specialist

Area: Core Physics, Reactor Design, Core Neutronics, Fuel Cycle Analysis, Nuclear Engineering,

Program Advisor: Dr. Kallol Roy

About Us:

The Energy Consortium is an umbrella initiative at IIT Madras that spans the whole spectrum of research in energy generation, storage, conversion, and distribution. We are an industry-academia-government collaborative effort established with the aim of accelerating the development of technologies that shall enable the energy transition towards a low-carbon future.

Appointment Term:

1 year (renewable)

Appointment Start Date:

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Number of Positions: 1

Job Description:

We are seeking a motivated research scientist for nuclear reactor core design for a micro modular reactor (MMR) concept, for IIT Madras.

The project aims at the  optimisation of a nuclear reactor core with respect to the design goals of long life ,  and , higher order of safety aimed towards operation in populated areas and easy transportability. This would require study of novel fuel materials and new types of coolants.  .

The successful candidate will work closely with our team of experts and focus on the following deliverables

1.) Key publications in reputable journals

2.) Design and perform simulations, experiments and support with research management

3.) Support supervision on B.Tech/ M.Tech/ PhD students

Key Responsibilities:

The researcher will be responsible for reactor design involving core neutronics and fuel cycle analysis. This will involve optimising a high burnup   reactor core with superior fuel performance with respect to energy generation, thermal heat removal aspects, analysis for nuclear core safety, study of fuel–coolant interaction, neutron irradiation in fuel and structural materials. The job will cover theoretical design optimisation studies involving precision engineering in neutronics and related thermal engineering.

The researcher is also required to study in detail the thermophysical and thermomechanical properties of nuclear fuel options and its associated heat removal towards a high level of safety. The research will also involve experimentation on fuel and structural components in neutron radiation fields.

Skills required

• PhD in Physics, Applied Physics, Nuclear Engineering, Engineering Physics, with a strong focus on high quality output including publications, technology development
• A good working knowledge of nuclear and reactor physics, neutronics and neutron transport methods, neutron kinetics, Monte Carlo simulation techniques.
• Experience in neutron and particle transport and nuclear physics data are preferable.
• Proficiency in scientific computing (e.g., Python, MATLAB, R) and experience with simulation tools preferable
• Proven track record of publishing high-quality research in peer-reviewed journals.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in a collaborative research environment.
• Proven presentation and writing skills
• Excellent at task management, reporting and project planning

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Access to state-of-the-art research facilities and resources.
• Opportunities for professional development, mentorship, and networking.
• Vibrant and inclusive research community

Application Instructions:

To apply, please submit a single PDF file containing the following to kallol.roykallol@gmail.com & gmops_ec@icsrpis.iitm.ac.in with the subject line: Core Physics_EnergyConsortium

1. Cover letter describing your research interests and qualifications and date of availability
2. Curriculum vitae (CV)
3. Contact information for three references