"Junior Research Fellow (JRF)"

Applications are invited for the posts of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) in a research project entitled “Secure Drones: Analyze, Deploy, and Decide Cryptographic Modules in UAVs” in reference to the collaborative R&D agreement (No: CW 699259) executed between

• the Department of Science and Technology (Government of India), National Mission on Interdisciplinary Cyber-Physical Systems (NMICPS), Technology Innovation Hub (TIH),
• + Cyber Security and Cyber Security of Cyber-Physical Systems (C3iHUB), IHUB NTIHAC Foundation, IIT Kanpur, and;
• Indian Institute of Information Technology Sri City (IIITS), Chittoor

Hiring Organization: Indian Institute of Information Technology Sri City, Chittoor, Andhra Pradesh

Organization Profile: Indian Institute of Information Technology Sri City, Chittoor, Andhra Pradesh is a Research and Teaching Institute focused on the core areas of Information Technology: Computer Science, Electronics and Communications, and their applications in other domains. The Institute focuses on development of Technology and Applications that can be transferred for use to Industry and Society. IIITS is an Institution of National Importance setup by Government of India (MHRD), Government of Andhra Pradesh and Industry Partners (represented by Sri City Foundation) as a not-for- profit Public Private Partnership (N-PPP) Society.

Research Position: Junior Research Fellow

Title of the project: Secure Drones: Analyze, Deploy, and Decide Cryptographic Modules in UAVs

Essential Qualifications:

• B.Tech./B.E. in Computer Science and Engineering/related branches with 60% (or 6.5/10 CGPA) and above. With 5% relaxation for SC/ST/PwD applicants.
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• M.Tech./M.E. in related areas/specializations of Computer Science and Engineering/related branches with 60% (or 6.5/10 CGPA) and above. With 5% relaxation for SC/ST/PwD applicants. Students awaiting M.Tech and M.E results can apply.

Skills required:(i) Background in Cryptographic Algorithms

(ii) Good proficiency in Computer System Architecture

(iii) Knowledge in Wireless Communication

Skills Required (Desirable):

(i) Proficient in Python programming and Matlab

(ii) Knowledgeable in Embedded Systems and Design / Drones / Sensors

(ii) The preference may be given to the candidates who published papers (paid journals are not considered) in reputed Journals/Conferences.

Project Duration: Approximately 19 Months

Stipend: As per the funding agency norm (i.e., for JRF Rs. 31000 and 16% HRA)

Job Location: Sri City, Chittoor, Andhra Pradesh

Last date for the receipt of applications: Immediately

Apply Mode: Email

Organization Website: https://www.iiits.ac.in/

How to Apply: Interested and eligible applicants may send their detailed CV along with testimonials to Dr. Neha Agrawal (neha.a@iiits.in), PI of the project.

Email Address to Apply: neha.a@iiits.in

Address for Communication:

Indian Institute of Information Technology, Sri City,

Chittoor, 630 Gnan Marg, Sri City,

Satyavedu Mandal, Chittoor District – 517646,

Andhra Pradesh, India

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