IIM Ranchi Research Assistant Recruitment 2026 – Operations Management

IIM Ranchi Research Assistant Recruitment 2026 – Operations Management

The Indian Institute of Management Ranchi (IIM Ranchi) invites applications for the position of Research Assistant (RA) in the Operations Management Area on a contractual basis.

The opportunity is open to eligible candidates from Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Operations Research, Mathematics, Computing, and allied disciplines. Both full-time and part-time engagement options are available, with remuneration of up to ₹30,000 per month for full-time candidates, including applicable outstation allowance.

Position Overview

About the Opportunity

IIM Ranchi is recruiting a Research Assistant to support academic and research activities in the Operations Management Area.

The position is relevant to candidates interested in operations research, mathematical modelling, algorithms, computational methods, and optimization.

The institute offers two engagement arrangements:

• Full-Time Research Assistant: Candidates will be stationed at IIM Ranchi throughout the contractual appointment.

• Part-Time Research Assistant: Candidates may work from their own location but must travel to IIM Ranchi whenever required for project-related activities.

The appointment is contractual and intended for a limited duration.

Essential Qualifications

Candidates must have an academic background in one of the following disciplines:

• Industrial Engineering and Management

• Operations Management

• Operations Research

• Mathematics and Computing

• Allied disciplines

Eligibility for Full-Time Candidates

Applicants seeking the full-time position must have completed their graduation.

Eligibility for Part-Time Candidates

Candidates who are currently in their third or fourth year of graduation, or are pursuing postgraduate studies, may apply for the part-time position.

Desirable Qualifications and Skills

Preference will be given to candidates with a good academic record and exposure to:

• Mathematical modelling

• Algorithms

• Coding and programming

• MATLAB

• CPLEX

• MATHEMATICA

• Other optimization-related software

• Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Candidates with relevant computational and analytical skills may be particularly suited to this research opportunity.

Duration and Remuneration

Full-Time Research Assistant

The exact remuneration will depend on the candidate's qualifications and experience, as determined by the institute.

Part-Time Research Assistant

The remuneration for part-time candidates will depend on the applicant's qualifications and experience.

Nature of Appointment

The Research Assistant position is offered on a contractual basis.

Full-time candidates are required to work at IIM Ranchi for three months.

Part-time candidates may work from their respective locations but will be required to visit the institute whenever necessary for research-related work.

The advertised duration and remuneration differ according to the selected engagement arrangement.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should refer to the complete recruitment advertisement issued by IIM Ranchi for the application procedure.

The provided advertisement excerpt does not specify:

• Application submission link or email address

• Application deadline

• Required supporting documents

• Selection or interview schedule

Official Institute Website: https://iimranchi.ac.in/

Applicants are advised to consult the complete notification before submitting their applications.

Important Recruitment Details

Job Domain

Primary Domain: Operations Management / Operations Research

Related Fields:

• Industrial Engineering and Management

• Operations Management

• Operations Research

• Mathematical Modelling

• Applied Mathematics

• Mathematics and Computing

• Optimization Algorithms

• Computational Research

• Artificial Intelligence

• Generative AI

Job Category: Research Assistant / Academic Research

Institution: Indian Institute of Management Ranchi

Location: Ranchi, Jharkhand, India

Employment Type: Contractual – Full-Time / Part-Time

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