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IIT Mandi Recruitment 2026: Senior Project Scientist Positions

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IIT Mandi Recruitment 2026 invites applications for 2 Senior Project Scientist positions under the CDRI-funded Disaster Resilient Infrastructure project. PhD holders can apply for ₹70,000/month plus HRA by 28 August 2026.

Date Posted: 10th August 2026

Organization: Indian Institute of Technology Mandi (IIT Mandi)

School: School of Civil and Environmental Engineering

Position: Senior Project Scientist

No. of Vacancies: 02

Job Field: Engineering & Technology / Environmental Science

Salary: ₹70,000/- per month + HRA

Job Type: Temporary / Project-based

Project Duration: 6 Months

Project End Date: 28th February 2027

Job Location: IIT Mandi, Himachal Pradesh, India

Advertisement Date: 3rd August 2026

Advertisement No.: IITM/SRIC/Project No IITM/CDRI/ASK/612

About the Recruitment

The Indian Institute of Technology Mandi (IIT Mandi) has invited applications from Indian nationals for Senior Project Scientist positions under the research project “Primer on Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (PoDRI)”.

The project is being undertaken by the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering and is funded by the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI).

About the Project

The project aims to develop a high-quality, self-paced and open-access online course on Disaster Resilient Infrastructure, comprising approximately 8–10 hours of asynchronous learning.

The course is intended for a wide range of global stakeholders, including:

  • Students and faculty
  • Policymakers
  • Financiers
  • Engineers
  • Disaster Risk Reduction professionals

The programme will cover foundational and applied knowledge related to disaster-resilient infrastructure, including transport, power, social infrastructure and buried infrastructure, particularly in the context of natural hazards.

Funding Agency

Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI)

Project Investigators

  • Dr. Ashutosh Kumar – IIT Mandi
  • Dr. Ellen Robson – University of Canterbury, New Zealand
  • Prof. Bruce Malamud – Institute of Hazard, Risk and Resilience, Durham University

Educational Qualification

Applicants should possess a Ph.D. in a relevant discipline, such as:

  • Disaster Risk Reduction
  • Natural Hazards
  • Infrastructure
  • Related interdisciplinary areas

Preferred Profile

Candidates should preferably have:

  • Strong technical writing skills
  • Good communication abilities
  • Experience or knowledge in disaster risk reduction or infrastructure resilience
  • Ability to convert complex scientific and engineering concepts into clear and engaging educational resources

Nature of Appointment

The initial appointment will be for six months or until the end of the project, whichever is earlier.

Continuation or renewal, where applicable, will depend on:

  • Satisfactory performance
  • Project requirements
  • Availability of the position under the project

How to Apply

Interested candidates should refer to the complete official IIT Mandi recruitment notification for the detailed application procedure and submission instructions.

Last Date to Apply: 28th August 2026

Candidates with expertise in disaster risk reduction, natural hazards, resilient infrastructure, civil engineering and science communication are encouraged to apply.

Address

Indian Institute of Technology Mandi
Kamand Campus,
Kamand, Mandi – 175075,
Himachal Pradesh, India.