IIT Kanpur Senior Project Associate Recruitment 2026

About This Job

IIT Kanpur is hiring 1 Senior Project Associate in the Department of Earth Sciences. If you have a Master's degree in Sciences or Engineering with experience in LS-DYNA or plate impact experiments, this is your opportunity to work on a cutting-edge DRDO-funded research project. Apply by email before 5 PM on 30 April 2026. The consolidated salary is Rs. 36,400 per month + 20% HRA.

IIT Kanpur Senior Project Associate Recruitment 2026

Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur) has released advertisement number P.Rect./R&D/2026/063 for 1 Senior Project Associate post under Dr. Amar Agarwal in the Department of Earth Sciences. The position is part of a research project titled "An experimental and simulation approach to quantify shock attenuation due to pores and layer boundaries of casings." The appointment is on a contract basis until March 2028. Candidates with expertise in finite element modelling, LS-DYNA simulation, or hypervelocity impact experiments are encouraged to apply.

Who Can Apply?

• Qualification: Master's degree (M.Sc or M.Tech) in Sciences or Engineering from a recognised university
• Experience: Prior hands-on experience with LS-DYNA software or plate impact experiments is essential
• Skills: You should be able to develop your own Finite Element Models (FEM) and simulate hypervelocity impact and shock wave propagation in porous and layered targets

Salary

• Consolidated salary of Rs. 36,400 per month
• Plus 20% HRA (House Rent Allowance) — approximately Rs. 7,280 per month extra
• Total in-hand: approximately Rs. 43,680 per month

Selection Process

1. Application Screening: CV and cover letter reviewed by the PI (Dr. Amar Agarwal)
2. Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview (in-person or online)

How to Apply

1. Prepare your updated CV and a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience in LS-DYNA or plate impact experiments
2. Email your application to amarag@iitk.ac.in
3. Use a clear subject line mentioning the post (Senior Project Associate, Advt. P.Rect./R&D/2026/063)
4. Submit before 5 PM on 30 April 2026 — late applications will not be considered

For queries, contact Dr. Amar Agarwal at amarag@iitk.ac.in or phone: 0512 259 2145

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 16 April 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 30 April 2026 (before 5 PM)
• Project End Date: March 2028

• Develop finite element models (FEM) for simulating hypervelocity impact scenarios
• Work with LS-DYNA software to simulate shock wave propagation in porous and layered targets
• Assist in designing and conducting plate impact experiments
• Analyse experimental and simulation data on shock attenuation in casing materials
• Prepare technical reports, research summaries, and contribute to project publications
• Collaborate with the PI and research team to meet project milestones
• Maintain detailed records of experiments, simulations, and results