OPEN POSITIONS

  1. Project Associate Position
    Open
    • Project Description:

      Title: Project Associate Position in Road Safety and Road Safety Audits.

      The Centre for infrastructure, Sustainable Transportation and Urban Planning (CiSTUP) at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) invites applications for a Project Associate position in Road Safety and Road Safety Audits. The successful candidate will be responsible for analyzing traffic & safety data, conducting road safety audits, and developing strategies to improve road safety. This role requires a deep understanding of traffic engineering, safety principles, and regulatory standards. Candidate should have the following qualifications:

    • Education:

      • Graduate degree in Civil Engineering, Traffic Engineering, Transportation Planning, Urban Planning or a related field.

    • Skills Expected:

      • Preferred: 1-2 years of experience in road safety or traffic engineering, with prior experience in audits and report writing. Proficiency in Kannada is a plus
      • Strong understanding of road safety principles, traffic management, and familiarity with relevant IRC codes
      • Proficient in AutoCAD layout diagrams for road design
      • Certified Road Safety Auditor will be an added advantage
      • Willingness to travel for audits throughout Karnataka.

    • Selected Candidates Will be Offered:

      • Position: Project Associate
      • Salary: Salary will be commensurate with background and experience, within the norms of IISc. The initial appointment will be for one year with a probation period of two months.

    • How to apply:

      • click here to fill the form and upload the following files:


    • For any enquiries kindly Contact: dileepank@iisc.ac.in (Dileepan K)

  2. Program Manager
    Open
    • Project Description:

      Title:Program Manager – AI Centre of Excellence - Mobility at IISc.

      We are seeking a skilled and motivated Project Manager to lead and coordinate the multi-disciplinary AI initiatives for the mobility domain, contributing to IISc’s critical role in this transformative endeavour.

    • A. Key Responsibilities

      1. Project Leadership and Stakeholder Engagement

      • Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of AI-driven projects in IISc’s mobility domain, in close coordination with the faculty team at IISc.
      • Engage closely with the AI COE leads at IIT-K and with the Coordination Team at IIT-Jammu, including preparing and presenting of progress reports to Technical Review committees, engaging with other consortium partners, etc.
      • Ensure alignment with the Ministry of Education’s and various stakeholders’ objectives, project deliverables, and timelines.
      • Act as the interface between IISc researchers, consortium partners, government agencies and industry stakeholders.

    • 2. Research and Translation

      • Facilitate interdisciplinary research efforts on applying state of the art AI methods on computer vision, Graph Neural Networks, etc. to intelligent transportation systems, sustainable urban mobility, and related applications.
      • Support the development of demonstrable AI solutions for four mobility areas: congestion, safety, sustainability and strategic planning.
      • Engage with government agencies and other stakeholders for on-ground deployment of the mobility solutions of the project.

    • 3. Team and Resource Management

      • Coordinate with faculty, researchers, and technical teams to ensure human and compute resource optimization, and adherence to project goals and timelines.
      • Manage procurement, funding utilization, and reporting as per project guidelines.

    • 4. Administrative Tasks

      • Oversee administrative and financial support staff for the project.
      • Maintain project documentation, including progress reports, compliance records, and financial summaries, in line with Ministry of Education requirements and supported by administrative staff.
      • Monitor risks, address challenges, and ensure project continuity and success.

    • B. Qualifications

    • 1. Education:

      • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering in relevant fields. Master’s degree or Ph.D. strongly preferred, with a focus on AI, transportation, systems engineering, or other relevant areas.

    • 2. Experience

      • 5+ years of project management experience, preferably in academia, research, or large-scale interdisciplinary projects.
      • Hands-on experience in AI and/or mobility-related technologies such as Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), traffic modelling, or autonomous systems.
      • Familiarity with managing government-funded projects or working in a consortium model is an advantage.

    • What We Offer

      • Opportunity to contribute to a national-level initiative addressing critical urban sustainability challenges with visible impact.
      • Chance to be part of IISc’s vibrant research environment and collaborate with top universities in India.
      • Professional development opportunities through attending/presenting at workshops, conferences, and collaborations with global experts and industry leaders.
      • Consolidated Salary of about Rs. 3 lakhs per month.

    • Application Process

      • Interested candidates should fill this Google Form and include their detailed CV, a cover letter, and details of two references. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled, with start date as early as Jan 15, 2025. click here to fill the form and upload the following files: