Research Associate – I (RA‑I) Recruitment
Dept.: Electrical Engineering, IIT Kanpur
Advt. No.: P.Rect/R&D/2025/139
Project: “Distributionally Robust Constrained Reinforcement Learning with Function Approximation”
- Funding: Prime Minister Early Career Research Grant (PM‑ECRG) via Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF)
- Focus: Developing deep robust reinforcement learning algorithms applied to wireless communications
- Tools & Platforms: Python/MATLAB, stochastic processes, optimization, and USRP-based wireless testbeds (iitk.ac.in)
Position Details:
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Type | Research Associate I |
| No. of Posts | 1 |
| Duration | 1 year (extendable up to 3 years or project end based on performance) (iitk.ac.in, iitk.ac.in) |
| Emolument | ₹58,000/month + HRA |
Eligibility:
Essential Qualifications (choose one)
- Ph.D. in EE/CSE/ECE or allied areas
- M.Tech in EE/CSE/ECE or allied areas + ≥ 3 years research experience + at least one SCI-indexed journal publication (iitk.ac.in)
Desirable Expertise:
- Proficient coding skills (Python/MATLAB)
- Experience with RL/DL models and deployment
- Strong foundations in probability, statistics, linear algebra, optimization
- Wireless testbed experience a plus (iitk.ac.in)
Roles & Responsibilities:
- Design and implement distributionally robust constrained RL algorithms
- Apply algorithms to USRP-based wireless communication testbeds
- Collaborate with team to address theoretical and implementation challenges
- Publish quality research outcomes
How to Apply:
- Fill the online form by 15 July 2025: https://forms.gle/vBbbAteL4cQK6jZz5
- Only shortlisted candidates contacted for interview
Contact:
Dr. Washim Uddin Mondal, PI
Email: wmondal@iitk.ac.in (iitk.ac.in, iitk.ac.in, iitk.ac.in)
Apply Online By: 15 July 2025
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