Position Summary
Position:
Department:
Department of Earth Sciences
Institute:
IIT Gandhinagar
Country:
India
Research Field:
geomorphology, Earth Science
Posted Date:
Feb 25, 2026
Deadline:
Mar 06, 2026
Offer Period:
6 months
Offer Start Date:
ASAP
Research Associate-I position in Assessment of mineral tonnage using measurement of specific gravity/bulk density
Project Description:
Applications are invited for a postdoctoral position in the areas of geomorphic and sediments characteristics. The selected candidate will carry out research with Prof. Vikrant Jain, Department of Earth Sciences, Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar, and will be funded under the Project “Assessment of mineral tonnage using measurement of specific gravity / bulk density”. More information about the Department of Earth Sciences can be found on the IIT Gandhinagar website.
Required Qualification:
Essential Qualification:
- A Ph.D. degree in Earth Sciences or a closely related discipline with specialisation on the fluvial
geomorphology.
- Doctoral research in areas aligned with geomorphic and sediments characteristics will be preferrable. Candidate should have good field experience in the area of geomorphology.
- Candidates must have a good academic record with a minimum of 60% or equivalent grade from Graduation onwards and 55% or equivalent grade in Class 10th and 12th.
- Candidates should have completed their Ph.D. in the above or closely related areas. NET or GATE qualification is desirable.
Preferred Qualification:
- Apart from research, the applicant will be expected to contribute to other academic activities of the Institute, including teaching and student mentoring.
Employment Conditions and Benefits:
Contract duration:
- The position is available up to 6 Months from the date of appointment, or until the sanctioned funding is exhausted, whichever is earlier.
Benefits:
- Total emoluments: Rs. 45,000/- p.m. (Consolidated)
Application Process:
Documents Required:
- Each applicant should include a single PDF file containing:
- A complete updated CV (maximum 2 pages).
- A brief summary of doctoral research and most recent research work (maximum 2 pages).
- A brief summary of future research plans (maximum 2 pages).
How to apply:
- Applications may be sent directly to Earth Sciences Office at official email address iitgnrecruitmentesc@gmail.com
- Please mention “Application for Research Associate-I Position Ref No. 2025-26/ADVT/ESC/001” as the subject of the email.
About the Host Lab Group/Institution:
Established in 2008, the Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IITGN) is a premier public engineering institution in Palaj, Gujarat, recognized as an Institute of National Importance. Situated on the banks of the Sabarmati River, it focuses on interdisciplinary research, fostering innovation in areas like sustainable technology, cognitive science, and materials science. The 400-acre campus is noted for being India's first 5-star GRIHA LD-rated campus for its sustainable design. IITGN emphasizes a liberal, project-oriented curriculum, aiming to develop leaders with social awareness. It offers undergraduate (B.Tech) and postgraduate (M.Sc., M.Tech, Ph.D.) programs, with a strong emphasis on international collaborations and a vibrant campus life.
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Disclaimer:
This position is published for informational purposes. Please refer to the official application link for the most accurate and up-to-date details.