Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur) Recruitment 2026

Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur) has announced a new job vacancy for the post of Senior Research Fellow (SRF). This is an excellent career opportunity for job seekers. Check the eligibility, salary details, and vacancy information. Don’t miss this chance—apply now for the latest recruitment!

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Location

Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh

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Deadline

20th February

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Published

2nd February 2026

📋Partner Notification

Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur – Senior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026

Applications are invited from highly motivated and qualified candidates for a temporary contractual research position under a sponsored research project at IIT Kanpur.

Organization Details

Organization Name: Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur
Department: Department of Chemical Engineering

Advertisement Details

Advertisement Number	P.Rect./R&D/2026/026
Post Name	Senior Research Fellow (SRF)

Project Information

Project Title: Nature-inspired Insilco design of anti-freeze nanoparticles
Research Domains Involved:
- Medical Imaging
- Molecular Dynamics
- Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence
- State-of-the-art Computational Techniques

Job Location

Street Address	Department of Chemical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, Kalyanpur
City	Kanpur
State	Uttar Pradesh
Postal Code	208016
Country	India

Employment Type and Duration

The position is purely temporary and on a contractual basis.
Initial appointment will be for a period of 1 year.
The appointment may be extended further with mutual consent based on satisfactory performance of the candidate.

Salary and Emoluments

Base Salary	₹42,000 per month
House Rent Allowance (HRA)	16% as applicable
Total Pay	₹42,000 + 16% HRA

Essential Qualifications

M.Tech in Computer Science Engineering
Significant knowledge of Python, MATLAB, and Machine Learning
Experience with state-of-the-art image processing tools and their practical usage
Experience in development of image analysis algorithms

Desirable Qualifications

Additional experience in Cancer Image Analysis
Experience in modelling and simulation using image processing techniques and/or analytical approaches
Understanding of datasets and experience with experimental methods to evaluate images

Age Limit

Age limit is not specified in the official notification.

Reservation Details

Reservation details are not mentioned in the notification.

Application Fees

No application fee has been mentioned for this recruitment.

Selection Process

The department reserves the right to fix suitable criteria for shortlisting of eligible candidates.
Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview.
No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.

Important Dates

Last Date for Receipt of Application	20 February 2026

Application Process

Interested candidates must prepare their application along with a detailed resume.
The application should be sent via email only.
Applications must reach the concerned authority on or before the last date.

Contact and Helpline Information

Contact Person	Dr. Jayant K. Singh
Department	Department of Chemical Engineering, IIT Kanpur
Email	jksrecruitment@gmail.com
Phone Number	0512 259 7017
Group Website	http://home.iitk.ac.in/~jayantks

Official Website

https://www.iitk.ac.in

Official Notification Link

https://iitk.ac.in/dord/project/che-srf-30-01-26.html

Additional Important Notes

The department has full discretion to shortlist candidates based on qualification and experience.
The continuation of the appointment is strictly performance-based.
Candidates should ensure accuracy of all information provided in their application.