IIT Delhi Recruitment 2026 | Research Associate
About the Organization
The Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) is one of India's premier institutes of national importance for higher education and research. The recruitment is being conducted through the Industrial Research and Development (IRD) Unit for a research project at the School of Public Policy. The selected candidate will contribute to an international climate adaptation research consortium involving IIT Delhi and King's College London.
Recruitment Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) |
| Department | School of Public Policy |
| Post Name | Research Associate |
| Total Vacancies | 01 |
| Advertisement No. | IITD/IRD/284/2026 |
| Project | AdaptAIR: Climate Adaptation through Artificial Ice Reservoirs (AIRs) in the Himalayas |
| Funding Agency | European Research Council Executive Agency (ERCEA) – Horizon Europe |
| Principal Investigator | Prof. Anshu Ogra |
| Job Type | Contractual |
| Salary | ₹58,000 per month + 30% HRA |
| Project Duration | Up to 29 February 2032 (appointment renewable annually or till project completion) |
| Application Mode | As per IIT Delhi IRD recruitment procedure |
Why Join IIT Delhi?
- Work on an internationally funded Horizon Europe project.
- Collaborate with researchers from King's College London.
- Contribute to climate adaptation research in the Himalayan region.
- Gain experience in governance, public policy, and institutional mapping.
- Participate in national-level stakeholder engagement and field research.
- Opportunity to publish research papers and policy reports.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates should submit their application following the IIT Delhi IRD recruitment process before the prescribed deadline mentioned in the official advertisement.
Applicants should include:
- Updated CV
- Educational qualification details
- Relevant research experience
- Supporting documents
- Any additional documents required by IIT Delhi
For project-related queries:
Principal Investigator: Prof. Anshu Ogra
Email: ograanshu@iitd.ac.in
Who Can Apply?
Candidates having a postgraduate degree with first class in:
- Public Policy
- Development Studies
- Geography
- Sociology
- Political Science
- Environmental Studies
- Disaster Management
- Climate Change Studies
- Science and Technology Studies
- Or closely related disciplines
Eligibility Criteria
Essential Qualifications
Applicants should possess:
- First-class postgraduate degree in the relevant discipline.
- Experience with qualitative research methodologies.
- Experience in interviews, document analysis, or institutional analysis.
- Strong analytical and academic writing skills.
- Ability to conduct literature reviews and policy analysis independently.
- Good written and spoken English.
- Willingness to undertake fieldwork with government institutions and stakeholders.
Desirable Experience
Preference may be given to candidates with experience in:
- Climate adaptation research
- Water governance
- Institutional mapping
- Policy analysis
- Public administration
- Environmental governance
- Himalayan research
- Qualitative research
Selection Process
Selection may include:
- Screening of applications.
- Shortlisting based on qualifications and experience.
- Interview.
- Final selection by IIT Delhi.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 13 October 2026 |
| Project Duration | Up to 29 February 2032 |
Important URLs
Official Website
Project PI Email
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