Join NAP Lab
We welcome motivated researchers at all levels with interest in nuclear physics, neutron star astrophysics, gravitational waves, or dark matter.
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Why join NAP Lab?
Research
Work at the frontier of nuclear astrophysics — neutron stars, gravitational waves, and dark matter — with cutting-edge computational tools and real astrophysical data.
Network
Strong international collaborations (LIGO-India/IUCAA, University of Tsukuba, IOP Bhubaneswar) via CEFIPRA and SERB-funded projects.
Training
Training in both nuclear theory (RMF, perturbation equations) and computational astrophysics (TOV solvers, oscillation codes, Bayesian inference).
Open Science
Commitment to reproducibility: open-source codes, Zenodo data releases, and public EoS tables for community use.
What you could work on
Radial and non-radial oscillation modes (f/p/w-modes) in full GR, universal relations, proto-neutron star oscillations.
WIMP/fermionic dark matter admixed neutron stars; multi-messenger constraints; PSR J0952-0607 and HESS J1731-347.
GW170817 parameter estimation, NICER X-ray constraints, EoS Bayesian inference with LIGO/NICER/radio data.
Relativistic mean-field models; hyperons; delta-baryons; quarkyonic matter; twin-star configurations from phase transitions.
Proto-neutron star cooling, finite-temperature EoS, Urca processes, superfluidity and pairing gaps in dense matter.
Contributing to open-source TOV solvers, EoS table generation, oscillation mode codes, and compact-common infrastructure.
For Postdocs
SERB National Post-Doctoral Fellowship (NPDF)
Two-year fellowship for young researchers within 2 years of PhD. We welcome proposals in nuclear astrophysics, oscillation modes, GW constraints, or dark matter in compact stars.
Apply via SERB NPDF ↗DST WISE-PDF (Women Scientists)
WISE Post-Doctoral Fellowship from the Department of Science & Technology for women scientists in physics and astrophysics. Strong applicants encouraged to contact us.
Apply via DST WISE-PDF ↗WISE SCOPE Fellowship
International collaboration postdoctoral fellowship under DST WISE for researchers working on India–international collaborative projects.
Apply via DST WISE SCOPE ↗Bring Your Own Fellowship
If you hold or plan to apply for a fellowship from CSIR, NBHM, or an international source (Marie Curie, JSPS, Newton, etc.), contact us to discuss hosting.
kumarbh@nitrkl.ac.in ↗For PhD Students
DST WISE Fellowship for Ph.D.
WISE Fellowship supporting women PhD candidates in physics. Work on neutron star astrophysics, gravitational waves, or dark matter with full stipend and research contingency.
Apply via DST WISE ↗NIT Rourkela PhD Fellowship
Regular institute-funded PhD positions in the Department of Physics & Astronomy. Check official announcements each semester for openings in our group.
See NITR Announcements ↗CSIR / UGC / JEST / GATE Qualified
Candidates who have qualified national-level examinations (JEST, GATE Physics, CSIR-JRF, UGC-JRF) are welcome to apply directly.
Contact Dr. Kumar →For Master Students
Students enrolled at NIT Rourkela in M.Sc. Physics or Integrated M.Sc. programmes are welcome to work on thesis projects with our group. Projects are available in computational astrophysics, nuclear theory, and gravitational wave phenomenology. Please send your CV and a short note on your interests to arrange a discussion.
How to apply
Email Dr. Bharat Kumar with: (1) your CV, (2) a brief statement of research interest (1–2 paragraphs), and (3) names of 2 references. For fellowship applications (SERB, DST WISE, etc.), contact us before submitting so we can coordinate on the proposal.
kumarbh@nitrkl.ac.in Our Research →🌍 PhD & Postdoc Positions Worldwide
Beyond NAP Lab, here are live job boards and a few specific current openings in nuclear physics, astrophysics, and gravitational waves around the world. These boards are updated continuously — check back often.
Live job boards (continuously updated)
A few specific current openings
Listings change frequently — always verify deadlines and details on the official job board or institution page before applying.