About Position/Job
The Centre of Excellence for Critical Transitions in Complex Systems (CTCS) at the Department of Aerospace Engineering, IIT Madras, invites applications for two Project Associate positions. These roles offer a unique opportunity to work under the guidance of Dr R. I. Sujith, an Institute Professor and Chair Professor, on cutting-edge research integrating deep learning and complex network approaches. The project investigates the spatiotemporal dynamics and teleconnections of extreme climate events, such as heavy rainfall, to enhance predictive models and scientific understanding. This position is ideally suited for early-career researchers with a strong foundation in atmospheric or climate science and programming skills.
Position/Job Details
- Position: Project Associate
- Institution: Indian Institute of Technology Madras
- Department: Aerospace Engineering
- Research field: Climate Science, Deep Learning, Complex Systems
- Location: Chennai, India
- Number of post: 2
- Job Type: Full-time, Contract (1 year, extendable based on performance)
- Start Date (Anticipated): August 2025
- Working Hours: As per IIT Madras norms
- Salary Range: As per institute norms
- Required Degree/Diploma: Master’s
Research area
- Extreme climate events
- Deep learning models
- Complex networks
- Climate prediction
- Nonlinear dynamics
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- Master of Science in Physics, Meteorology, Climate Science, or Atmospheric Science
- Proficiency in programming (e.g., MATLAB, Python, R, Fortran)
- Understanding of atmospheric or climate processes
- Familiarity with data formats like NetCDF, GRIB
Preferred Qualifications:
- Background in nonlinear dynamics
- Experience with data analysis techniques
- Scientific writing and reporting experience
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct deep learning and network-based research on extreme weather events
- Analyse climate data and extract teleconnection patterns
- Develop prediction models for rainfall and extreme events
- Prepare technical reports and scientific presentations
- Collaborate within a multidisciplinary research team
Application Process
How to Apply
- Send your CV and contact details of two referees via email to:
- 📧 sujithslabrecruitment@gmail.com
- Email Subject Line: “Extreme Events Study using Deep Learning and Complex Network”
Required Documents:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Names and contact details of two referees
Important Dates
- Application Opens: Currently Open
- Deadline: 30 June 2025
- Interview Date: To be notified to shortlisted candidates
Useful Links
- Institution Website: https://www.iitm.ac.in
- Official Notification: Sujith R I Post
- Apply now: sujithslabrecruitment@gmail.com
