Applications are invited for Junior Research Fellow at IIT Kanpur for the year 2024. The last date of application is July 5.

Applications are invited for the position of Junior Research Fellow at IIT Kanpur in the project titled “Jal Jeevan Misson (JJM) Professor chair” funded by the National Jal Jeevan Mission (NJJM).

About IIT Kanpur

Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur, established in 1959, is one of the premier institutions established by the Government of India. The aim of the Institute is to provide meaningful education, to conduct original research of the highest standard and to provide leadership in technological innovation.

IITK faculty are the recent recipients of major National and International awards. These include Padma Shri, Infosys Prize, Humboldt Research Award, Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Award, TWAS Prize, National J.C. Bose Fellowship, Fulkerson Prize, Goedel Prize, National Academy of Sciences (NASc), Indian National Science Academy (INSA), Indian Academy of Science (FASc), Indian National Academy of Engineering (INAE), Swaranajayanti Fellowship.

Eligibility

Minimum Qualification: Graduate Degree in Engineering (B.Tech/B.E. etc.) in Electronics and Communication/Electrical/ Computer Science/Information Technology) (or relevant degree from reputed International/national institutions with valid GATE score. Candidates with Post-Graduate Degree can also apply.

Essential Skillset:

  • Hands-on experience in working with sensors and IoT boards
  • Strong knowledge of Internet of Things and networking
  • Some Familiarity with Machine learning, Deep learning, website and app development
  • Should qualify GATE.

Responsibilities

  • Work with IoT sensors, deploy the sensors on the testbed and collect data
  • Process data using ML algorithms
  • Develop website and smartphone app for data communication across cities and visualization

How to Apply?

Interested candidates should send their brief CV by email to the following email address: deepus283@gmail.com.

Hard copy of the application or any degree certificate is NOT required at this stage.

Duration

The position is purely temporary, initially for one year, and it can be extended further based on performance till the duration of the project.

Salary

INR 31000/- per month.

Deadline

5th July 2024.

Selection & Interview

  • Interview of selected candidates will be carried out online.
  • No TA/DA will be paid for the attending the interview.
  • Applicants who do not meet the minimum eligibility criteria and desirable work experience will not be called for the interview.

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