Applications are invited from motivated and eligible candidates for One Junior Research Fellow (JRF) to work for a sponsored research project, under the Principal Investigator Dr ADITYA KOLAKOTI, Associate Professor, School of Marine Engineering and Technology, Indian Maritime University, Kolkata Campus, P-19, Taratalla Road, Kolkata, West Bengal-700088.
Date Posted: 20th October 2026
Hiring Organization: Indian Maritime University Kolkata
Organization Profile
Indian Maritime University (IMU) is a Central University headquartered in Chennai, India. It was established in 2008 through an Act of Parliament, the Indian Maritime University Act 2008. The university is dedicated to providing education and training in various areas of maritime studies, including navigation, marine engineering, maritime law, and marine management. Its headquarter located in Chennai.
IMU’s commitment to excellence has earned it recognition and accreditation with ISO 9001:2015 Certification. This recognition is a testament to its legacy of excellence and innovation, coupled with its commitment to providing world-class education and research programs.
Position Details
- Research Position: Junior Research Fellow
- Title of the project: Study on National Waterway Quality and Tidal Influence on Corrosion Insights for Inland Vessel Maintenance: Toward Efficient Dry Docking and Maritime Vision 2047
- Sponsoring/Funding Agency: Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW)
- Project Duration: Maximum 3 years or till the completion of project tenure (whichever is earlier).
- Stipend: Rs. 37,000/- + HRA (Years 1–2); Rs. 42,000/- + HRA (Year 3).
- Job Location: Kolkata, West Bengal
- Last date for the receipt of applications: 12/11/2026 (Extendable if desired applications are not received)
- Apply Mode: Email
Essential Qualifications
M.E./M.Tech. with First Class in Marine Engineering/ Marine Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, Production Engineering or a closely related discipline from a recognized university/institute with a strong academic record. AND B.E./B.Tech. with First Class in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, Production Engineering or a closely related discipline from a recognized university/institute with a strong academic record.
Desirable Qualifications
Knowledge in optimization techniques, AI & ML modelling, Image Processing, MATLAB, Simulation and corrosion analysis. Research articles in peer reviewed journals indexed in Scopus/WoS.
How to Apply
Complete the application form (Available at the end of this notification) and submit via google form along with the Bio-data/CV and scanned copy of all education certificates in a single PDF file and email to akolakoti@imu.ac.in
- Soft copy through email and Google form
- Google form: https://forms.gle/yXgujj5hdr4QrRuS8
Address for Communication
Indian Maritime University, Kolkata Campus, P – 19, Taratalla Road, Kolkata, West Bengal – 700088.
Organization Website: www.imukolkata.edu.in / www.imu.edu.in
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