Indian Institute of Technology (ISM) Dhanbad Junior Research Fellow (JRF)/Senior Research Fellow (JRF)

The Indian Institute of Technology (ISM) Dhanbad is inviting applications for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) and Senior Research Fellow (SRF) under a project sponsored by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). This opportunity is ideal for candidates with a background in Mechanical Engineering, Mining Machinery Engineering, or Production Engineering, who are eager to contribute to a project focused on establishing performance and safety parameters for Leather Stitching Machines.

Description

The project aims to study and establish various performance and safety parameters, test methods, and acceptance criteria for Leather Stitching Machines. This involves reviewing different standards such as ASME, ASTM, JIS, DIN, and ISO, as well as conducting research and visiting manufacturing units and laboratories in India. The project is led by Dr. Md. Sikandar Azam and Dr. K P Ajit from the Department of Mechanical Engineering at IIT(ISM) Dhanbad.

Position

• Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
• Senior Research Fellow (SRF)

Eligibility

Applicants for the JRF position must have a B.E./BTech/M.E./M Tech/M.Sc.Engg. or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, Mining Machinery Engineering, or Production Engineering, and must be GATE-qualified. For the SRF position, candidates must meet the JRF qualifications and have two years of relevant experience. Industry experience is preferred, and candidates should not be older than 35 years, with age relaxation available for SC/ST/OBC candidates as per Government of India norms.

Minimum Monthly Remuneration

• Junior Research Fellow (JRF): Rs. 37,000 per month
• Senior Research Fellow (SRF): Rs. 42,000 per month

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their updated CV and testimonials as a single PDF to the Principal Investigator, Dr. Md. Sikandar Azam, via email at mdsazam@iitism.ac.in by 4th May 2026. Shortlisted candidates will be informed about the interview date. Note that meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview invitation, as candidates will be shortlisted based on merit and project requirements. No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview, which may be conducted online or offline.

Important Date

Application Submission Deadline: 4th May 2026

Job Location 🇮🇳

Indian Institute of Technology (ISM) Dhanbad, Jharkhand-826004, India

For Additional Information

For more details, refer to the official notification available on the IIT(ISM) Dhanbad website.

Reference: https://people.iitism.ac.in/~download/projectOpening//uploads/pdfprj/931/Project%20JRF_2026-04-27_18-46-16.pdf

 Highlights

This project offers a unique opportunity to work on a government-sponsored research initiative, focusing on the development of standards for Leather Stitching Machines. It provides a competitive salary and the chance to work with esteemed faculty members at IIT(ISM) Dhanbad.

🔖 Post Expires on 04^th May 2026