Assistant Professor Position at Indian Institute of Technology Madras, India

Assistant Professor Position at Indian Institute of Technology Madras, Chennai, India

About the Job

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras invites applications for faculty positions at the level of Assistant Professor across various departments. This rolling advertisement seeks candidates with a strong commitment to teaching and research, aiming to contribute to the institute’s academic excellence. IIT Madras encourages applications from women and individuals from reserved categories, aligning with its dedication to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic environment.

Job Details

Position: Assistant Professor (Grade I & Grade II)
Institution: Indian Institute of Technology Madras
Department: Multiple departments (see list below)
Location: Chennai, India
Job Type: Full-time, Tenure-track
Start Date (Anticipated): Rolling basis throughout 2025
Working Hours: As per institute norms
Salary Range: As per 7th CPC and institute guidelines

Departments Inviting Applications

Aerospace Engineering
Applied Mechanics & Biomedical Engineering
Biotechnology
Chemistry
Chemical Engineering
Civil Engineering
Computer Science & Engineering
Data Science and Artificial Intelligence
Electrical Engineering
Engineering Design
Humanities & Social Sciences
Management Studies
Mathematics
Medical Sciences & Technology
Mechanical Engineering
Metallurgical and Materials Engineering
Ocean Engineering
Physics
School of Interdisciplinary Studies

For department-wise specialization areas and additional qualifications, refer to Annexure-1.

Eligibility & Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

Ph.D. with first-class or equivalent at the preceding degree.
Specialization in the appropriate area/branch with a consistently good academic record throughout.
Candidates should not have completed 36 years of age as on December 31, 2025. Age relaxation is applicable for OBC, SC/ST, PwD, and women candidates.

Experience:

Assistant Professor (Grade II): Candidates with less than three years of post-Ph.D. industrial/research/teaching experience.
Assistant Professor (Grade I): Candidates with at least three years of post-Ph.D. industrial/research/teaching experience.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct independent research in the relevant field.
Teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
Supervise student projects and theses.
Contribute to departmental and institutional activities.

Application Process

How to Apply:

Applications must be submitted online through the IIT Madras Faculty Recruitment Portal.
This is a rolling advertisement; applications are accepted throughout the year until December 31, 2025.
Candidates are advised not to wait for any specific recruitment announcement to apply.

Required Documents:

Completed online application form.
Scanned copy of the signed application.
Academic profile detailing qualifications, experience, and research contributions.
Supporting certificates for reservation categories, if applicable.