Research Analyst

Company Description:

Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur) is renowned for conducting original research of significance and advancing technology development. Department of Space, Planetary & Astronomical Sciences & Engineering (SPASE) focus on research and education in space and astronomy. We conduct research in areas like observational and galactic astronomy, planetary science, and space instrumentation.

Role Description:

‘Research Analyst’

Advertisement Number: P.Rect./R&D/2025/217

Minimum Qualification:

PhD OR Postgraduate + 3 Yrs relevant experience.

Desirable Qualification & Experience:

• Ph.D. in physics or M.Tech/MSc in Electrical Engineering/ Computer Science / Electronics / Physics / Mathematics or any other related fields with 3 years of relevant experience
• Experience in C++ and Python programming
• Strong understanding of Electromagnetism
• Practical experience with solving differential equations.
• Familiarity with numerical techniques.

Nature of work:

• Formulation of the bulk spacecraft charging simulation
• Making prediction models based on real charged environment conditions
• Development of the simulation package for the same
• Development of the graphical user interface
• Preparation of technical reports and presentations

Salary:

Duration of appointment:

Number of positions:

7th November 2025.

Room No. 719,

Space, Planetary & Astronomical Sciences & Engineering (SPASE)

6th floor, ESB-2 Building, Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, Kanpur-208 016 UP,

Phone No: +91-512-2592515

or email at rsharma@iitk.ac.in

• Note: Please mention the reference number in the application.