About Position/Job
The Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee invites applications for a Research Associate position in Visual Imaging and Urban Design. This role is part of the Visual Imaging Environment for Walkable Streets (VIEWS) sub-project under the AMRUT Centre of Urban Planning for Capacity Building (AUPC). Supervised by Prof. Uttam Kumar Roy with mentorship from Prof. Saptarshi Kolay, this position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge urban design research funded by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, Government of India.
The project aims to enhance walkability through innovative visual communication, industrial design, and web-based solutions. Selected candidates will engage in designing street furniture, signage, and centre infographics, as well as conduct fieldwork in Dehradun for visual assessments and wayfinding studies. The position is initially for six months, with a potential extension based on performance, providing hands-on experience in interdisciplinary urban planning, design research, and applied visual studies.
Position/Job Details
- Position: Research Associate – I
- Institution: Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee
- Department: Architecture & Planning
- Research field: Urban Planning, Industrial Design, Visual Communication
- Location: Roorkee, India
- Number of posts: 1
- Job Type: Full-time, Project-based
- Start Date (Anticipated): October 2025
- Working Hours: Full-time
- Salary Range: ₹50,000/- + HRA
- Required Degree/Diploma: M.Des
Research area
- Industrial Design
- Visual Communication
- Web Design for Urban Projects
- Urban Planning and Walkability
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- M.Des in Industrial Design
Preferred Qualifications:
- Graduation in Architecture or Civil Engineering
- Experience in urban design, visualisation, or web-based design projects
Key Responsibilities
- Designing street furniture, signage, and infographics for AMRUT Centre projects
- Developing web pages and visual communication materials
- Conducting field visits in Dehradun for data collection and visual imaging assessments
- Collaborating on interdisciplinary urban design research initiatives
Application Process
How to Apply:
Candidates wishing to attend the walk-in interview should submit their applications to the office of Principal Investigator via email, post, or in-person.
Required Documents:
- Detailed CV including chronological list of degrees and certificates
- Experience records (research, industrial, or fieldwork)
- Attested copies of degrees, certificates, and experience letters
- Original documents to be brought during the interview for verification
Important Dates
- Application Opens: Not applicable for walk-in interview
- Deadline: Not applicable for walk-in interview
- Interview Date: 09-10-2025 at 03:00 PM
Useful Links
- Institution Website: Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee
- Official Notification Link: click here
- Apply now: Walk-in interview at Room No. 308, 2nd Floor, AMRUT Centre, Department of Architecture & Planning, IIT Roorkee
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