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 Technology Mandi
🏫 ABOUT INSTITUTION
The Indian Institute of Technology Mandi, located in Kamand, Himachal Pradesh, is a premier institution known for its cutting-edge research and academic excellence. The institute is committed to fostering innovation and providing a conducive environment for learning and research in various fields of science and technology.
💼 DESIGNATION / JOB POSITION
- Senior Project Scientist
🎯Project Details
- Title of the Project -“ Primer on Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (PoDRI)“
- Funding Agency – Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI)
- Name(s) of the Project Investigator(s) – Dr. Ashutosh Kumar from IIT Mandi, Dr. Ellen Robson from University of Canterbury, New Zealand and Professor Bruce Malamud from Institute of Hazard, Risk and Resilience, Durham University.
- Duration of the Project In months: 6 months End date:28.02.2027
🎓 QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE / REQUIREMENT
Qualifications & experience as prescribed by Norms.
The successful candidate should possess a PhD in a relevant subject such as disaster risk reduction, natural hazards, and/or infrastructure. Desirable criteria include strong analytical, writing, and organisational skills, publication in top-tier journals, and an interest in online learning, infrastructure resilience, and global disaster risk reduction (DRR) practice.
The details of the required qualifications & experience along with other relevant information are available on the Institute Website.
🏆 SALARY / REMUNERATION / PAY SCALE ₹
Rs 70,000 per month (HRA as applicable)
💺 JOB LOCATION
Indian Institute of Technology Mandi, Kamand, Himachal Pradesh, India
📝 HOW TO APPLY
Interested and eligible candidates are invited to submit their applications, including an updated Curriculum Vitae, copies of relevant certificates, and a passport-sized photograph, to the specified email address. Applications should be submitted online using the Google Form provided by the institute.
The CV may have personal details, academic qualifications, research experience, publications, name, affiliation and mobile number, and name and email address of two referees. IIT Mandi reserves the right to fix higher criteria for shortlisting eligible candidates from those satisfying advertised qualifications and requirements of the project post. The name of the shortlisted candidates will be either displayed on the website or communicated individually along with the offline/online interview details. Relaxation of marks may be granted to the SC/ST Candidates as per GoI norms. In case of selection of a retired/superannuated government employee, his/her salary will be fixed as per prevailing GoI rules/ norms. In case any clarification is required on eligibility regarding the above post, the candidate may contact at email id: ashutosh@iitmandi.ac.in
📅 IMPORTANT DATE
The last date for receiving applications is On or Before 28th August, 2026 by 5.00 p.m.
📫 CONTACT INFORMATION
📌 ADDRESS FOR COMMUNICATION
Indian Institute of Technology Mandi, Kamand 175 075, District Mandi, Himachal Pradesh, India
📣 OFFICIAL SOURCE / REFERENCE
Indian Institute of Technology Mandi invites applications from eligible candidates for the Senior Project Scientist positions
Senior Project Scientist positions Recruitment: View Official Notification
Reference: https://iitmandi.ac.in/recruitment/IITM_CDRI_ASK_612.pdf
In conclusion, the Indian Institute of Technology Mandi is seeking qualified candidates for the role of Senior Project Scientist to contribute to the Primer on Disaster Resilient Infrastructure project. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with a strong background in disaster risk reduction and infrastructure resilience to work with an international team and make a significant impact in the field.
