About this Job Notification
| Posted on: 01-01-2026 | Ends On: 09-01-2026 |
| Class: Research Jobs | |
| Qualifications: Post Graduates (M.Sc.), Post Graduates (M.Tech.) | |
| Experience Type: Fresher | |
| Tenure Type: Contract Basis | |
| States: West Bengal | |
2 Junior Research Fellow (Department of Mining Engineering) vacancies at Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology Shibpur (IIEST Shibpur)
Eligible candidates are required to submit applications for 2 posts of Junior Research Fellow (Department of Mining Engineering) on fixed-term basis under a research project at Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology Shibpur (IIEST Shibpur). Applications must be submitted on or before 09-01-2026.
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow (Department of Mining Engineering) |
| Project Name | Revolutionizing Mine Safety: An AI-Enabled Fire Detection System for Underground Active and Closed or Abandoned Mines |
| Project Description | Funded by Coal India Limited, this project focuses on enhancing mine safety by developing an AI enabled fire detection system for underground mines. It targets both active and closed or abandoned sites, using advanced AI and machine learning algorithms for early detection and improved risk management. |
| Duration | 2 years |
| Vacancies | 2 |
| Qualification | M.Tech. / M.E./M.Sc.(Engg)/M.Sc. in Computer Science, IT, Electronics, Electrical, or Mining Engineering with minimum 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/PwD) and GATE/NET qualified |
| Monthly Salary | Rs. 37,000 + Rs. 11,100 (HRA) = Total Rs. 48,100/- per month |
| Age Limit | Maximum 32 years (Relaxable up to 5 years for SC/ST/OBC/Woman/Physically handicapped) |
| Selection Process | On the basis of interviews to be conducted after initial shortlisting based on academic qualifications. |
| Application Fee | Nil (No fee is required to be paid) |
| How to Apply | By Sending E-mail to ruchira@it.iiests.ac.in |
| Last Date to Apply | 09-01-2026 |
| Interview Date | 16-01-2026 (11 AM) |
| Interview Venue | Meeting Room, Department of Mining Engineering, IIEST, Shibpur |
| Contact | Dr. Ruchira Naskar (Principal Investigator) Email : ruchira@it.iiests.ac.in |