INDIAN INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT AHMEDABAD Research Associate (Post-Doctoral) Recruitment 2026 - Various Vacancies

This role is ideal for highly motivated individuals who have recently completed or are nearing completion of their PhD in Computer Science, Data Science, Machine Learning, or related quantitative fields. The successful candidate will possess strong analytical and programming skills (R/Python), a solid foundation in network science and machine learning, and a keen interest in cutting-edge research focused on digital marketplaces. It's particularly suited for those aspiring to an academic research career, seeking opportunities for international collaboration and high-impact publications.

Candidates who do not possess a PhD (or are not in the final stages of thesis submission) or lack a strong technical background in network science, machine learning, and scientific computing should not apply. Individuals looking for a permanent, non-research-oriented position or those without a demonstrable track record in research and publications will find this role unsuitable.

As a Post-Doctoral position at IIM Ahmedabad, a premier management institution, this role offers significant academic prestige. Working with the Brij Disa Centre for Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, in collaboration with esteemed international institutions like MIT (USA) and the University of Economics in Bratislava (Slovakia), provides unparalleled opportunities for impactful research, intellectual growth, and building a strong global academic network. It is an excellent stepping stone for a career in advanced research and academia.