Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) invites applications from eligible Indian nationals for a contractual Research Associate position in the Department of Applied Mechanics. The position is funded by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways under a cutting-edge research project focused on structural health monitoring of ship hulls.
Overview & Key Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Designation | Research Associate (01 Post) |
| Project Title | Guided Wave-Based Baseline-Free Structural Health Monitoring of Ship Hulls under Varying Environments |
| Funding Agency | Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways |
| Department / Centre | Department of Applied Mechanics, IIT Delhi |
| Principal Investigator | Prof. Santosh Kapuria |
| Location | IIT Delhi, New Delhi, India |
| Project Duration | Up to 08/07/2029 (Renewable yearly based on performance) |
| Consolidated Pay | Rs. 56,000/- per month plus 27% HRA |
| Last Date to Apply | 16/09/2026 (by 5:00 PM) |
Research Area
The research project focuses on Fluid-Structure Interaction, Guided Wave Propagation, and Structural Health Monitoring (SHM) for ship hulls under varying environmental and operational conditions, incorporating experimental vibration analysis and finite element simulations.
Eligibility & Qualifications
- Educational Qualification: Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or Applied Mechanics from IITs, IISc, or other Centrally Funded Technical Institutes (CFTIs).
- Publications: At least 2 research papers published in Science Citation Index (SCI) Journals.
- Experience: Minimum of two years of relevant research experience (including Ph.D. tenure) in fluid-structure interaction, guided wave propagation, and structural health monitoring.
- Desirable Skills: Hands-on exposure to vibration testing, experimental structural health monitoring, and finite element (FE) simulations.
- Relaxation: 5% marks relaxation may be granted to SC/ST candidates as per institutional rules.
Job Description & Responsibilities
The selected Research Associate will work closely with Prof. Santosh Kapuria on the theoretical, computational, and experimental aspects of baseline-free structural health monitoring. Key responsibilities include:
- Conducting numerical modeling and finite element simulations of guided wave propagation in ship structures.
- Developing baseline-free algorithms for damage detection under environmental variations.
- Designing and executing laboratory experimental setups involving vibration and guided wave measurements.
- Documenting research findings, preparing technical reports, and authoring peer-reviewed journal articles.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates can apply by following these steps:
- Download application form Form No. IRD/REC-4 from the IIT Delhi IRD recruitment page: IIT Delhi IRD Forms.
- Fill the application form completely, providing accurate details regarding educational qualifications (percentage of marks/division), research publications, and relevant work experience.
- Email the duly filled form along with supporting documents to Prof. Santosh Kapuria at kapuria@am.iitd.ac.in.
- Mention the Advertisement Number and Project Title in the email subject line.
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be notified for the online interview. IIT Delhi reserves the right to fix higher criteria for shortlisting. The list of shortlisted candidates will be uploaded on the IIT Delhi IRD Shortlisted Page.
Important Dates & Links
- Last Date for Email Submission: 16/09/2026 (5:00 PM)
- Application Form Download: IIT Delhi IRD Recruitment Form Link
- Official IRD Portal: IIT Delhi IRD Website
