Indian Institute of Technology (ISM) Dhanbad 2026 Recruitment: 1 Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Vacancy

This role is ideal for highly motivated engineering graduates (B.Tech in Civil/Agricultural Engineering & Technology) and postgraduates (M.Tech in relevant specializations like Water Resources, Hydrology, Geoinformatics) who are GATE/NET qualified. Candidates with exposure to hydrological modeling, large-scale climate, remote sensing datasets, and proficiency in MATLAB, Python, or R will be particularly well-suited. This temporary position offers a pathway to Ph.D. enrollment at IIT (ISM) Dhanbad, making it excellent for those aspiring to pursue doctoral research in flash flood forecasting and related areas.

Individuals seeking a permanent position or those who do not meet the specific M.Tech/B.Tech and GATE/NET qualification requirements should not apply. The role is temporary (up to three years) and focuses heavily on research, so candidates looking for a non-research-intensive job or lacking the specified technical proficiencies may find it unsuitable.

Working as a Junior Research Fellow at IIT (ISM) Dhanbad, a premier national institute, offers significant academic prestige and a strong foundation for a research career. This project provides an opportunity to contribute to critical environmental forecasting and potentially enroll in a Ph.D. program, ensuring long-term academic and professional growth in a high-impact field.