IIT Gandhinagar Project Scientist Recruitment 2026

IIT Gandhinagar is hiring 1 Project Scientist for a research project on the Metallurgical Traditions of Vadnagar in the Department of Humanities and Social Sciences. If you have a PhD in Archaeometallurgy, Archaeology, Heritage & Museum Studies or Material Science, you can apply online. The last date to apply is 20 August 2026. This one-year temporary position pays a consolidated monthly salary of Rs. 60,000 to Rs. 1,25,000.

Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IIT Gandhinagar) Project Scientist Recruitment 2026 - 1 Post

The Research & Development Office at IIT Gandhinagar has released Advertisement No. SPON/70140/Advt0295 for 1 Project Scientist position under Prof. Alok Kumar Kanungo in the Department of Humanities and Social Sciences. The role is tied to a research project titled 'Metallurgical Traditions of Vadnagar' and involves field and lab-based archaeometallurgical documentation. Candidates with a proven record of archaeological documentation and publication in relevant disciplines are especially encouraged to apply for this one-year appointment.

Who Can Apply?

• Qualification: You need a PhD in Archaeometallurgy, AIHC & Archaeology, Heritage and Museum Studies, or Material Science (or a related discipline), with a proven record of archaeological documentation and publication.
• Desirable: Experience in scientific analysis of metals, field research in archaeology, ethnography of material culture, documentation of ancient artefacts, experimental archaeology of Indian metals, good publications, and fluent English writing skills will strengthen your application.

Age Limit

• You should not be over 45 years old as on the last date of application submission (20 August 2026).

Salary

• You will get a consolidated monthly remuneration of Rs. 60,000 to Rs. 1,25,000 per month, depending on your qualifications and experience.
• This is a fixed-term, project-based appointment for a duration of one year.

Selection Process

Meeting the minimum eligibility criteria does not guarantee shortlisting -- the Institute may apply a higher cutoff:

1. Screening of Applications: Based on your qualifications, publications, and experience.
2. Selection Test/Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for further assessment. The Institute reserves the right not to call any applicant or not to fill the position at all.

How to Apply

1. Go to the application portal at recruitment.iitgn.ac.in/projectstaff.
2. Fill in your personal and academic details online.
3. Upload your CV, certificates, and publication list.
4. Submit your application before 20 August 2026.
5. For queries about the project, contact Prof. Alok Kumar Kanungo at alok.kanungo@iitgn.ac.in.

Important Dates

• Advertisement Date: 12 August 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 20 August 2026

• Document metal finds and artefacts recovered from the Vadnagar excavation site
• Collect raw material samples from different archaeological sites
• Conduct ethnographic documentation of local metalworking traditions
• Carry out literature review related to archaeometallurgy and material science
• Support lab-based scientific analysis of collected metal samples
• Prepare reports and contribute to publications from project findings
• Assist Prof. Alok Kumar Kanungo in coordinating fieldwork activities