SRF/JRF Positions in Computer Science Air Quality at IIT Gandhinagar, India
About Position/Job
IIT Gandhinagar invites applications for Senior Research Fellow (SRF) and Junior Research Fellow (JRF) positions in Computer Science and Engineering. The project focuses on fine-grained air quality exposure modeling and forecasting using machine learning, sponsored by the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES). This role contributes to developing scalable spatio-temporal machine learning models for accurate air quality inference.
Position/Job Details
- Position: Senior Research Fellow (SRF) / Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
- Institution: Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IITGn)
- Department: Computer Science and Engineering
- Research Field: Air Quality Modeling, Machine Learning
- Location: Gandhinagar, India
- Number of Posts: 2 (1 SRF, 1 JRF)
- Job Type: Temporary Research Fellowship (6 months, extendable)
- Start Date: Immediate (upon selection)
- Working Hours: Full-time
- Salary Range:
- JRF: ₹37,000/month + 8% HRA
- SRF: ₹42,000/month + 8% HRA
- Required Degree: Postgraduate (MTech, MSc, or equivalent)
Research Area
- Machine Learning
- Air Quality Modeling
- Spatio-temporal Data Analysis
- Python Programming
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- JRF: Post Graduate Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Atmospheric Science or related fields
- Must qualify through NET/GATE or national level selection processes recognized by Central Govt. bodies
- SRF: JRF qualification + minimum 2 years of research experience
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong expertise in machine learning and data analysis
- Proficiency in Python, Anaconda, Jupyter notebooks, Git/Github
- Experience implementing ML projects and coding skills
- Prior research publication experience
- Knowledge of air quality domain is a plus
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement machine learning models for air quality forecasting
- Process and analyze large-scale spatio-temporal data
- Write research articles and present findings
- Collaborate with project team and contribute to overall project goals
Application Process
How to Apply:
- Submit your application online: IITGn Application Portal
- Email queries to: nipun.batra@iitgn.ac.in
Required Documents:
- CV/Resume
- Academic transcripts and certificates
- Proof of eligibility (NET/GATE score, experience certificates)
Important Dates
- Application Opens: Immediately
- Application Deadline: June 20, 2025
- Interview Date: Online interview, date to be communicated
Useful Links
- Institution Website: https://iitgn.ac.in
- Job Posting: MOES-AD-062025.pdf – Google Drive
- Apply Now: Online Application Link
