Position Summary
Position:
Department:
Computer Science and Engineering
Institute:
IIT Gandhinagar
Country:
India
Research Field:
machine learning, Python
Posted Date:
Mar 08, 2026
Deadline:
Mar 21, 2026
Offer Period:
1 year
Offer Start Date:
NA
Development of foundational ML models for sustainability and healthcare applications
Description:
- Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IITGn) invites applications for a Project Associate-I position in the area of Computer Science and Engineering.
- Applications are invited for Project Associate-I positions. The work involves the development of foundational ML models for sustainability and healthcare applications.
- Applicants can read more about the lab and research at: https://sustainability-lab.github.io/
Required Qualification:
Essential Qualification:
- B.Tech./B.E./M.Sc./M.C.A./LLM./CA/CMA/CS/MBA/Professional qualification or equivalent in an appropriate discipline.
OR
- B.C.A./B.Sc./B.A./B.Com./B.B.A./LLB. or equivalent qualification in an appropriate discipline with a minimum of 04 years of post qualification experience.
- The percentage/grade points with respect to the academic qualifications will be a minimum of
60% or equivalent grade from Graduation onward and 55% or equivalent grade in class 10th
and 12th.
Preferred Qualification:
- Expertise in machine learning, data processing and analysis.
- Prior experience in Python platforms such as Anaconda, and Python notebooks along with basic versioning system (Git & GitHub) knowledge.
- Implementation experience of at least one ML project.
- Evidence of excellent Python coding skills.
- Experience of writing research papers.
Employment Conditions and Benefits:
Contract duration:
- Duration : 1 Year
Benefits:
- Consolidated Salary : ₹45,000/- per
Application Process:
Documents Required:
Upload your CV/resume.
- Your resume should include:
- Date of Birth
- Academic Qualifications (degree, branch, college, year, CGPA)
- Technical Skills (programming languages, frameworks, tools)
- Project details (with a short summary for each)
- Technical Experience / Internships (if any)
- Publications / Conferences (if any)
- Gate scorecard
- Date of Birth
- Academic Qualifications (degree, branch, college, year, CGPA)
- Technical Skills (programming languages, frameworks, tools)
- Project details (with a short summary for each)
- Technical Experience / Internships (if any)
- Publications / Conferences (if any)
How to apply:
- Click Here for Apply
About the Host Lab Group/Institution:
Established in 2008, the Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IITGN) is a premier public engineering institution located in Palaj, Gujarat, on the banks of the Sabarmati River. Known for its 400-acre, eco-friendly campus with a 5-star GRIHA rating, it offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs, emphasizing interdisciplinary research in STEM, humanities, and social sciences. The institute fosters a unique, liberal learning environment that focuses on holistic development through a mandatory foundation program, creative arts, and sports. It features state-of-the-art labs, a 24/7 library, and strong international exposure, with over 35% of students gaining global experience. IITGN is ranked within the top 7.4% of universities globally, with a national rank of 42nd. It promotes a, student-centric, and innovative atmosphere aimed at developing critical thinkers and socially responsible leaders.
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