Post-Doctoral Researcher

Iiitd; Delhi; On-site; INR 1,016,000 - 1,216,000; Full time

Job summary

IIIT Delhi invites applications for a Post Doctoral Researcher to join a collaborative research project with IIT Madras, UC Davis and industry partners. The role focuses on AI/ML and IP networking, demanding hands-on expertise and a PhD in a related field.

The position is for 1 year with a consolidated remuneration up to Rs 1 Lakh per month. Responsibilities span developing ML/DL models in Python, implementing IP networking tasks, and coordinating with international institutions.

Qualifications

• Candidates must hold a PhD in Computer Science/Information Technology/Electronics & Communication Engineering/Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field, with a strong academic record.
• Strong hands-on expertise in AI/ML, Deep Learning and anomaly detection.
• Proficiency in Python and ML/DL frameworks (Sklearn, PyTorch, TensorFlow).

Responsibilities

• Conduct AI/ML research and develop models for time-series data.
• Integrate ML/DL models using Python-based frameworks.
• Work on IP networking tasks: TCP/IP, routing, switching, IPv4/IPv6.
• Coordinate with collaborating institutes and industry partners.

Skills

AI/ML

Deep Learning

Time-series

Feature engineering

Python programming

C/C++ programming

Education

PhD in Computer Science/Information Technology/Electrical/Electronics & Communication

Tools

PyTorch

TensorFlow

Scikit-learn

Python

TCP/IP

IPv4/IPv6

Job description

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Job Title Post Doctoral Researcher

No. of Positions 1

Years of Contract 1

Remunerations Upto Rs. 1 Lakh per month (consolidated)

Duration 1 year

We are looking for an exceptional AI/ML researcher/engineer with strong hands-on expertise in IP networking to join a collaborative research project involving IIIT Delhi, IIT Madras, UC Davis and leading industry partners.

Essential Qualifications

• Candidates must hold a PhD in Computer Science/Information Technology/ Electronics & Communication Engineering/Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field, with a strong academic record.

Scope of Technical Work

• AI / MACHINE LEARNING
• Demonstrate strong hands on expertise in AI/ML, Deep Learning and anomaly detection
• Work with time-series data, feature engineering, classification and root-cause analysis
• Develop and integrate ML and DL models using Python / PyTorch / TensorFlow / Scikit-learn
• IP NETWORKING
• Have strong practical knowledge of TCP/IP, routing, switching, IPv4/IPv6, TCP/UDP
• Be comfortable setting up, configuring and troubleshooting physical IP networks
• Understand network performance parameters including latency, jitter, packet loss, congestion and throughput
• Hands-on experience with network equipment is essential

Software Development

• Strong programming skills in Python, C and C++

Administrative & Project Coordination Responsibilities

• Coordinate project activities across IIIT Delhi, India , IIT Madras, India, UC Davis,USA and industry partners;
• Track project expenditure, purchase and administrative requirements; and Assist the PI and Co-Pis in coordination of NSF–MeitY reporting, reviews, workshops and inter-institutional activities.

What You Will Learn

• In-depth, hands-on knowledge of optical communication systems, particularly in the context of data centre networks
• Practical experience in applying machine learning and deep learning frameworks to optical networking environments

Prerequisites

• A solid understanding of neural networks and machine learning models
• Proficiency in Python programming, machine learning and python-based ML/DL frameworks such Sklearn, PyTorch and TensorFlow.
• Knowledge of Optical Networks and equipment is also desirable.

Deadline: The last date to apply is September 20, 2026