Designation/Position- Postdoctoral Fellow at IIT
IIT Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India invites applications for Postdoctoral Fellow at IIT from eligible and interested candidates
About- Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar is a public engineering institution located in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India. It has been declared to be an Institute of National Importance by the Government of India.
Research/Job Area- Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics or allied branches
Location- IIT Gandhinagar, Gujarat
Eligibility-
Broad Subject Area: Soft Robotics
Minimum Qualification: Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics or allied branches from a reputed institution. Should be proficient in theory, mathematics, and coding. Prior experience in robot dynamics, and control is essential. Solid publication record in the area of robotics or related areas.
A minimum of 60% marks or equivalent grade from Graduation onwards and a minimum of 55% marks or equivalent grade in Class 10th and 12th is required.
Desired Background: A Strong foundation in robotics and control systems is highly desired. Prior experience in one of soft robotics, learning algorithms for robots or robotic simulation software are preferred.Â
The candidates are expected to have strong interests and some prior foundation in robotics, and experience in one of the areas, from soft robotics, learning algorithms for robots or robotic simulation software. They must have worked on research projects in the area of robotics, evidenced by peer-reviewed publications in this area.
The successful candidate is also expected to bring a positive and enthusiastic attitude to the lab and work collaboratively with several other lab members on this project. An open-mindedness and a willingness to learn new hardware, software and theory skills as the project demands is a must, given the multidisciplinary nature of the projects. The successful candidates should be proficient in written and verbal communication.
Job/Position Description-
Salary: The consolidated monthly salary range shall be Rs. 72,000/- to Rs. 84,000/-, depending on the post-qualification experience of the selected candidate
Project: Development of Control and Learning Strategies for a Variable Stiffness Soft Robotic Gripper.
No. of posts: 1
Duration: 1 year
Description:
The successful candidates will have an opportunity to contribute to multiple exciting research projects in soft robotics and robot learning. These projects explore learning and control algorithms for soft robotic grippers and soft-limbed robots to interact with their environment. These projects involve multidisciplinary skills, including modelling, simulations, working with hardware prototypes, electronics, coding, and experimental testing.
The candidate will work in the IITGN Robotics Lab (website, youtube channel) and will have plenty of opportunities to interact and collaborate with other labs in mechanical engineering and electrical engineering. The lab has a vibrant environment and has a diverse and interdisciplinary set of individuals, and we work on a range of robotics and control systems projects ranging from fundamental theory and its hardware validation to robotic systems for specific applications (with human subject trials in some cases).
How Can You Increase Your Citations for a Research Paper: Research Tip
How to Apply-
Please submit the resume and a short statement of 250-300 words highlighting your career goals and your motivation to apply for this position (and specifically mention past experience working with soft robotics, learning algorithms for robots or robotic simulation software), and a list of referees (preferably three) using this form here latest by 2nd September, 2025. For any questions, you may write to Prof. Madhu Vadali at madhu.vadali@iitgn.ac.in
Last Date for Apply– 02 September 2025
Join Our Discussion Forum – Keep your view, share knowledge/opportunity and ask your questions
