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 (Indian School of Mines), Dhanbad

🏫 ABOUT INSTITUTION

The Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines), Dhanbad, is a prestigious institution known for its excellence in engineering, applied sciences, and management education. Established in 1926, it has a rich history of contributing to the field of mining and mineral engineering and has expanded its academic offerings to include a wide range of disciplines.

💼 DESIGNATION / JOB POSITION

• Project Associate-I

🎯 PROJECT DETAILS

• Project Title: “Resilient Edge-LoRa System for Early Gas Hazard Detection in Coal Mines and Adjacent Communities”
• Principal Investigator:   Dr. Tamoghna Ojha (PI) Department of Mathematics & Computing, IIT (ISM) Dhanbad;  
• Tenure of Project 3 Years (30/03/2026 – 29/03/2029)

🎓 QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE / REQUIREMENT

Essential Qualification: B.E./B.Tech/M.Tech/M.S./MCA/M.Sc in CSE, Mathematics & Computing, ECE, EE, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, or related disciplines.

Desirable Qualification: Background in computer networks, IoT/embedded systems, and wireless communication, with proficiency in C/C++/Python programming and Linux/Ubuntu. Working knowledge of Machine Learning and hands-on experience with Raspberry Pi/ESP platforms, sensors, or LoRa/LoRaWAN.

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

🏆 SALARY / REMUNERATION / PAY SCALE ₹

₹ 31000/- per month (Qualified GATE or NET) or 25000/- per month (without GATE/NET)

💺 JOB LOCATION

IIT (ISM) Dhanbad, Jharkhand, 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 via the provided link:https://forms.gle/gVrWEVTRasKnfqUp6 . Only shortlisted candidates will be notified of the interview date, which will be conducted via video conferencing.

📅 IMPORTANT DATE

The last date for receiving applications is On or Before 3rd September 2026 (Thursday).

📫 CONTACT INFORMATION

📌 ADDRESS FOR COMMUNICATION

Office of the Dean (Research & Development), IIT (ISM) Dhanbad- 826004, Jharkhand, India

📣 OFFICIAL SOURCE / REFERENCE

Indian Institute of Technology (ISM) Dhanbad invites applications from eligible candidates for the Project Associate-I position under the JCSTI Project.

Project Associate-I Recruitment: View Official Notification

Reference: https://people.iitism.ac.in/~download/projectOpening//uploads/pdfprj/1703/Project%20Associate_2026-08-19_18-40-01.pdf

In conclusion, the Indian Institute of Technology (ISM) Dhanbad is seeking a qualified Project Associate-I to contribute to a cutting-edge project focused on developing a resilient Edge-LoRa system for early gas hazard detection. This opportunity is ideal for candidates with a strong background in IoT, embedded systems, and wireless communication. Interested candidates should apply by the specified deadline to be considered for this exciting role.