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Advertisement for the Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position under the SAC-ISRO funded research project

Applications are invited from motivated candidates with a strong academic background for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) to work at Dhirubhai Ambani University (DA-IICT), Gandhinagar on a sponsored research project funded by the Space Applications Center-ISRO, Ahmedabad, under their NavIC GAGAN Utilization Programme

The project details, required qualifications, experience and other relevant information are provided below.

Title of the Project: Road Infrastructure and Traffic Condition Aware Efficient Scheduling and Mobility of Priority Vehicles in Indian Urban Scenario

Position and Fellowship:

Junior Research Fellow (JRF) – 1 position
Consolidated salary Rs. 37,000/- p.m. + 27% HRA
Essential Qualifications: M.Tech or Equivalent in ICT/Computer/Electronics and Communication/Electrical/other relevant stream
Desirable Skills:
  • Knowledge of micro-controller programming and sensor interfacing
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as in C/C++/Java and Android Application Development
  • Good understanding of probability, statistics, graph theory, routing algorithms, or scheduling problems
  • Experience in data analysis and machine learning using Python
  • Familiarity with IoT systems, GNSS/IRNSS NavIC, and vehicular communication protocols
  • Good communication and documentation skills
  • CSIR-UGC NET or GATE qualification is desirable
Period of Appointment: The position is purely temporary and will be available for a duration of three years. The initial appointment will be for one year, with the possibility of extension based on satisfactory performance. This position does not confer any right of extension or absorption into Dhirubhai Ambani University (DA-IICT). However, the selected candidate will be encouraged to apply for the PhD program at the institute, subject to the prevailing guidelines.
Job Description:
  • Collect, clean, and analyze real-time and historical vehicle trajectories and incident data from NavIC/GPS-enabled devices and available traffic data sources
  • Train and validate machine learning models using multi-sensor datasets
  • Design and develop traffic simulation scenarios using open source simulator(s) and analyze the simulation results
  • Design and develop approximation algorithms and graph based models related to scheduling and routing problems
  • Support system integration and pilot deployments
  • Prepare technical reports, publications, and project documentation
  • Any other task related to the project

How to Apply: The interested candidates must send the Curriculum Vitae with complete qualification and experience details at the earliest through an e-mail to Dr. Manish Chaturvedi at manish_chaturvedi[at]dau[dot]ac[dot]in

Please write “Application for the JRF position under SAC-ISRO Funded Project NGP-09” in subject line of the email.

Candidates will be shortlisted for the interview based on their CV, qualifications, and relevant experience. Only the shortlisted candidates will be invited for the interview, and no TA/DA will be provided for attending the same. The interview will assess candidates for the skill set as mentioned above.

Important Dates:

  • Last date of application: 27 June 2025
  • Tentative date of Interview: during 02 – 04 July 2025
  • Expected start date: TBD
  • Mode of Interview: Hybrid (in person preferred, outstation candidates may attend online)

For technical information about the project, the candidate may contact the Principal Investigator of the project, Dr. Manish Chaturvedi, Assistant Professor, Dhirubhai Ambani University (DA-IICT) at manish_chaturvedi[at]dau[dot]ac[dot]in

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