- Full-time contractual position under the Co-Impact New Venture Fund project at IIT Delhi.
- Role involves reporting to the PI and collaborating with the project team at IIT Delhi.
- Responsibilities include conceptualizing, planning, and executing qualitative research studies.
- Data analysis and preparation of reports for the project team.
- Position requires full-time commitment and is renewable yearly or until project completion, whichever is earlier.
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🎓 Master's Degree
Senior Project Scientist (Qualitative Research) under Co-Impact IIT Delhi Project
Indian Institute of Technology Delhi
Total Vacancies
1
Job Location
Indian Institute of Technology Delhi, Hauz Khas, New Delhi - 110016
Apply Deadline
28 Aug 2026
🚫 Applications Closed
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📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) |
| Job Category | Technical |
| Eligibility Qualification | Master's Degree (masters-degree) |
| Number of Vacancies | 1 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | ₹66,380 - ₹79,260 Per Month |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | 3 years of experience required for MA candidates; no experience specified for Master's degree holders. |
| Application Fee | - No application fee mentioned in the notification. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- First-class Master's degree in Sociology, Social Anthropology, Gender Studies, Political Science, or related social sciences.
- OR MA with 3 years of experience with First Class.
- Demonstrated ability to conduct high-quality qualitative research.
- Preference given to candidates with demonstrated interest in issues of Gender Inequality and Inclusion.
- Candidates with demonstrated interest in issues of Higher Education, STEM Education, and Engineering Education are strongly encouraged to apply.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and qualitative data analysis software (e.g., NVivo, QDA Miner, Zotero) is required.
- OR MA with 3 years of experience with First Class.
- Demonstrated ability to conduct high-quality qualitative research.
- Preference given to candidates with demonstrated interest in issues of Gender Inequality and Inclusion.
- Candidates with demonstrated interest in issues of Higher Education, STEM Education, and Engineering Education are strongly encouraged to apply.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and qualitative data analysis software (e.g., NVivo, QDA Miner, Zotero) is required.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Shortlisting of eligible candidates based on advertised qualifications and project requirements.
- Shortlisted candidates will be informed for an online interview.
- Selection is subject to satisfactory work execution and project requirements.
- Shortlisted candidates will be informed for an online interview.
- Selection is subject to satisfactory work execution and project requirements.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All (5% relaxation for SC/ST candidates)
📂 Required Documents
- Duly filled application form (Form No. IRD/REC-4) downloaded from the IRD website.
- Complete information regarding educational qualifications, indicating percentage of marks/division.
- Details of work experience, if any, in a professional setting.
- Candidates must fill and share the form downloaded from the provided link along with the small PDF.
- Complete information regarding educational qualifications, indicating percentage of marks/division.
- Details of work experience, if any, in a professional setting.
- Candidates must fill and share the form downloaded from the provided link along with the small PDF.
💳 Application Fee Details
- No application fee mentioned in the notification.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
What is the last date to apply for the Senior Project Scientist position under IIT Delhi's Co-Impact project?
The last date to submit the completed application is 28th August 2026 by 5:00 PM.
Q.
What is the consolidated pay scale for the Senior Project Scientist position at IIT Delhi?
The consolidated pay scale is Rs. 66,380 - 79,260 per month with HRA @ 30%.
Q.
Is there any relaxation in eligibility criteria for SC/ST candidates for this position?
Yes, a 5% relaxation of marks may be granted to SC/ST candidates as per IIT Delhi norms.
Q.
What is the required qualification for the Senior Project Scientist position?
A first-class Master's degree in Sociology, Social Anthropology, Gender Studies, Political Science, or related social sciences is required.
Q.
Where should I submit my application for the Senior Project Scientist position?
Applications must be submitted via email to Prof. Sangeeta Kohli at stemiitdelhi@gmail.com with the subject line 'Application for Senior Project Scientist under Co-Impact IIT Delhi Project'.