Indian Institute of Information Technology Dharwad (IIIT Dharwad) is inviting applications for the position of Project Associate. This opportunity is ideal for candidates who are passionate about contributing to academic and research excellence. Interested and eligible candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting their applications in the prescribed format along with a detailed CV.

Applications are invited from interested and eligible candidates for the following Positions. Interested Eligible candidates fulfilling the criteria may submit their applications in the prescribed format along with the detailed CV / As per the Norms.

🏢 NAME OF THE INSTITUTION

Indian Institute of Information Technology Dharwad

🏫 ABOUT INSTITUTION

Indian Institute of Information Technology Dharwad (IIIT Dharwad) is a premier institute dedicated to providing high-quality education and fostering research in the field of Information Technology. The institute is committed to nurturing talent and promoting innovation through its state-of-the-art facilities and experienced faculty.

💼 DESIGNATION / JOB POSITION

• Project Associate

🎯 Project Details

• Project Title –  “AI-Integrated Wearable Sensor Patch for Continuous Glucose Monitoring and On-Demand Drug Delivery “
•  Project details & Funding Agency – IIT MANDIiHub/RD/2025-26/04 & IIT Mandi iHub and HCI Foundation Project 
• Duration – Initially for 1 year, which may be extended based on satisfactory performance of the candidate and project requirements. 
•  Principal Investigator – Dr. Muthusankar Eswaran, Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, Indian Institute of Information Technology Dharwad.

🎓 QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE / REQUIREMENT

Essential Qualification 

 B.E./B.Tech with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience or M.E./M.Tech/ MS (Research)/MSc in Electronics Engineering, Applied Electronics, Nanotechnology, Embedded Systems, Applied Physics, or a related equivalent discipline from a recognized university/institute with a minimum 60% or 6.5 CGPA.

 Desirable

 Candidates with relevant academic/ industrial project or internship experience and hands-on expertise in advanced materials, sensor/biosensor design and fabrication, wearable sensors, biomedical instrumentation, embedded systems, sensor interfacing, signal acquisition and conditioning, analog/digital circuit design, microcontrollers, PCB design, IoT-based system integration, and prototype development will be preferred. Familiarity with AI/ML-based healthcare data analysis and intelligent wearable sensing applications will be considered an added advantage. Candidates with a valid GATE/NET qualification will be preferred not mandatory. 

The details of the required qualifications & experience along with other relevant information are available on the Institute Website.

🏆 SALARY / REMUNERATION / PAY SCALE ₹

₹40,000 (Consolidated)

💺 JOB LOCATION

The job location is at the Indian Institute of Information Technology Dharwad, Karnataka, India.

📝 HOW TO APPLY

Application Process: 

 • Last date to submit application form: 1st August 2026 • Application form link: https://forms.gle/42DMBW6c4pRZ2TQMA • Interested and eligible candidates are encouraged to apply by filling the application form. Selected candidates may be encouraged to register for the MTech (by Research) and/or Ph.D. program at IIIT Dharwad, as per institute admission norms.

Selection Process: 

 Shortlisted candidates and date of selection process will be intimated over email. Applications will be screened initially. Only the shortlisted applicants will be called for an interview. The shortlisted candidates may be asked to undergo a written test and/or interview via online/physical mode. However, candidates are encouraged to attend the selection process in person (offline). Mere fulfilment of minimum eligibility will not bestow the right for short listing. IIIT Dharwad reserves the right to screen and shortlist candidates by introducing higher benchmarks. Emails will be sent only to the shortlisted candidates. Documents Required: Applicants should share a scanned copy of all original certificates, including mark sheets (matriculation onwards), experience certificate(s), other relevant documents, and an updated Curriculum Vitae as a single file. The same should be produced for interview and verification during the reporting. 

📅 IMPORTANT DATE

The last date for receiving applications is On or Before 1st August 2026

📫 CONTACT INFORMATION

📌 ADDRESS FOR COMMUNICATION

Indian Institute of Information Technology Dharwad, IT Park, Hubli-Dharwad Highway, Dharwad-580007, Karnataka, India.

📣 OFFICIAL SOURCE / REFERENCE

Indian Institute of Information Technology Dharwad invites applications from eligible candidates for the Project Associate position.

Project Associate Recruitment: View Official Notification

Reference: https://assets.iiitdwd.ac.in/docs/Advertisement_for_Recruitment_of_Project_Associate_.pdf

In conclusion, the Indian Institute of Information Technology Dharwad offers a promising opportunity for aspiring Project Associates to contribute to the field of Information Technology. Candidates meeting the eligibility criteria are encouraged to apply before the deadline to be part of this prestigious institution.