About Position/Job
The Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IITGN) invites applications for the positions of Senior Research Fellow (SRF) and Research Associate-II (RA-II) to work on a funded research project in Development Economics and Gender. Under the supervision of Prof. Deepak Singhania, Assistant Professor, HSS Department, candidates will focus on secondary data analysis, data management, literature review, and research output preparation. This opportunity involves working with large-scale national surveys of India such as NFHS, NSSO, and IHDS. The role offers a chance to develop expertise in econometric analysis, data visualization, and policy-oriented research while collaborating in a dynamic academic environment at IIT Gandhinagar.
Position/Job Details
- Position: Senior Research Fellow (SRF) / Research Associate-II (RA-II)
- Institution: Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IITGN)
- Department: Humanities and Social Sciences (HSS)
- Research Field: Development Economics and Gender Studies
- Location: Gandhinagar, India
- Number of Posts: 1+
- Job Type: Full-time, Temporary Research Position
- Start Date (Anticipated): End of October 2025
- Working Hours: Full-time
- Salary Range:
- SRF: ₹35,000/month
- RA-II: ₹50,000/month
- Required Degree/Diploma: B.Sc./B.A./B.C.A./B.Tech./M.Tech./M.S./M.Phil./M.Sc./M.A. (depending on position)
Research Area
- Development Economics
- Gender Studies
- Econometric Analysis
- Secondary Data Analysis
- Large-Scale Survey Data (NFHS, NSSO, IHDS, etc.)
- Policy-Oriented Research
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- SRF: B.Sc./B.A./B.C.A./B.Tech. or equivalent with minimum 2 years post-qualification experience.
- RA-II: M.Tech./M.S./M.Phil. or equivalent; OR B.Tech./B.E./M.Sc./M.A./M.C.A. with ≥2 years experience; OR B.C.A./B.Sc./B.A. with ≥6 years experience.
- Proficiency in STATA and/or R for data management and analysis.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong econometric skills with large datasets
- Excellent academic writing and data visualization skills
- Familiarity with econometric concepts
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct secondary data analysis combining multiple large datasets
- Work with national-level surveys of India (NFHS, NSSO, IHDS)
- Review literature and synthesize findings for project reports
- Assist in report writing, data visualization, and editing research outputs
- Support the Principal Investigator in academic and professional tasks
Application Process
How to Apply:
Submit your application via this Google Form: https://forms.gle/AxFtKKQRYgnJz5MG6
Required Documents:
- Updated CV/Resume
- Relevant experience and publications (if any)
Important Dates
- Application Opens: Immediately
- Deadline: 9 October 2025
- Interview Date: Online, only for shortlisted candidates
Useful Links
- Institution Website: IIT Gandhinagar
- Official Notification Link: click here
- Apply now: Submit Application
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