IIM Lucknow Senior Research Assistant Recruitment 2026

IIM Lucknow is hiring a Senior Research Assistant in the Decision Science Area under Prof. Kaustav Banerjee. If you have a postgraduate degree in Statistics with at least 60% marks and 2 years of relevant experience, you can apply. The post pays Rs. 50,000 per month consolidated plus HRA. The last date to apply is 31 May 2026 by 5:00 PM.

Indian Institute of Management Lucknow (IIM Lucknow) Senior Research Assistant Recruitment 2026

Indian Institute of Management Lucknow (IIM Lucknow) has released a notification to recruit a Senior Research Assistant on contractual basis at the Lucknow campus. The position is in the Decision Science Area and is well suited for candidates planning to pursue a PhD and looking for serious research exposure. The role mixes teaching support with hands-on research work using R, Python, Excel and LaTeX.

Who Can Apply?

• Essential Qualification: You must have a Postgraduate degree (regular mode) with specialisation in Statistics from a reputed university or institute with a minimum of 60% marks.
• Desirable Qualifications: Graduation (regular mode) in Statistics from a reputed university or institute is preferred.
• Skills: Knowledge of software like R, Python, Excel and LaTeX is preferred.
• Language: You need good written English skills.
• Experience: At least 2 years of relevant full-time experience. Candidates with research experience or published research papers using statistical methods will get preference.

Salary

• The selected candidate will get a consolidated fellowship of Rs. 50,000 per month.
• HRA will be paid extra as per applicable norms.

Selection Process

The selection will be done in 2 stages:

1. Application Screening: All applications will be checked and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted via email.
2. Personal Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview. The interview may be conducted online or at the IIM Lucknow Lucknow Campus. Selection will be based on qualifications, experience and interview performance.

No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.

How to Apply

1. Fill the Google application form at the official link provided in the notification.
2. Submit the form before 31 May 2026, 5:00 PM.
3. No other mode of application will be accepted.
4. For any query, write to kaustav@iiml.ac.in.

Applications received after the last date or with incomplete information will be rejected without intimation.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 18 May 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 31 May 2026 (by 5:00 PM)
• Interview Date: To be announced (only shortlisted candidates will be intimated)

Job Terms

• This is a purely contractual appointment for an initial period of 1 year.
• The contract may be extended based on performance and institute requirements.
• Canvassing in any form will lead to rejection.

• Assist in teaching-related activities, including preparation of course materials
• Support evaluation-related work for courses in the Decision Science Area
• Conduct literature reviews and gather relevant academic sources
• Collect and analyse data using statistical tools like R and Python
• Contribute to the development of research papers and academic publications
• Prepare research reports, presentations and academic content as needed
• Work closely with the faculty supervisor on ongoing research projects