JRF/ Project Associate-I position for SERB-INAE funded research project

Company Description

Chitkara University is a leading private university located in Rajpura, Punjab, India. It was established in 2002 by the Chitkara Educational Trust (CET), which was founded in 1997 by passionate educators Dr. Ashok K. Chitkara and Dr. Madhu Chitkara. Built on a strong foundation of academic excellence innovation, and integrity, the university has rapidly emerged as one of India’s most respected institutions.

Project title

Ed-Immerse: Integration of Immersive technology in STEM Education

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site Junior Research Fellow (JRF)/Project Associate-I role located in Punjab under SERB-INAE Online and Digital Gaming Research Initiative, Category (I): R&D in Learning, Educational, and Leisure Online Gaming Platforms. The JRF/Project Associate-I will be responsible for conducting research, collecting, and analyzing data, preparing research reports etc. The JRF/Project Associate-I will also be expected to attend seminars and conferences to stay current with the latest research developments in their field. The position is purely contractual and is for the duration of the project only.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and research skills
• Knowledge of research methodologies and data analysis
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with research team
• Knowledge of game design software such as Unity 3D etc.
• Master's degree (M.E./ M.Tech./ MSc. in Electronics / Computer Science Engineering/ Electronics and Communication Engineering/ Game Design/ other relevant or allied branch/subjects). A valid GATE or CSIR/UGC-NET qualification is required.

Salary:

Interested candidates may share the CV with the PI (deeptiprit.kaur@chitkara.edu.in) and Co-PI (amit.pandey@chitkara.edu.in) on or before 24.08.2025.