| The Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology (VNIT), Nagpur, is inviting applications for the post of Project Research Scientist โ I (Non-Medical) in the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering. This position is under an ICMR-sponsored research project titled: โDevelopment of an indigenous AI-assisted computer-aided system for automated detection and grading of colorectal cancer severity using H&E-stained histopathological imaging.โ This is a contract-based position with strong opportunities for research and the potential to register for a Ph.D. program at VNIT as per institutional rules. Applicants with expertise in AI, image processing, and medical imaging are strongly encouraged to apply. |
๐ Position Details โ Project Research Scientist โ I (Non-Medical)
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Post Title | Project Research Scientist โ I (Non-Medical) |
| No. of Positions | 01 |
| Project Funding Agency | Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) |
| Project Title | AI-assisted system for detection and grading of colorectal cancer using histopathological imaging |
| Department | Electronics and Communication Engineering |
| Duration | Initially 6 months, extendable up to 3 years based on performance and project progress |
| Monthly Remuneration | โน56,000 + 20% HRA (โน11,200) = โน67,200 per month (With 5% annual increment from 3rd year onward) |
| Eligibility Criteria | First-class degree in: โข M.Tech./M.E./MS OR โข B.Tech./B.E. OR โข Integrated M.Tech./M.E. |
| Eligible Disciplines | Computer Science, Electronics, Electrical, Biomedical, AI, or related areas |
| Desirable Skills | Image processing, Computer vision, ML/DL models, Medical image analysis |
| Candidates Awaiting Results | Eligible to apply, subject to submitting final results at the time of joining |
| Preference Criteria | GATE-qualified candidates, relevant publications, and prior experience preferred |
| Ph.D. Opportunity | Yes โ Eligible as per VNIT’s institutional policies |
| Mode of Selection | Written test and/or interview |
| Application Deadline | 30th April, 2025 |
| Application Form Link | Application Form (Google Drive) |
| Submission Mode | Through Google Form and Email |
| Email for Submission | deepgupta@ece.vnit.ac.in, er.deepgupta@gmail.com |
| Subject Line Format | โApplication for PROJECT RESEARCH SCIENTIST โ I in ICMR Projectโ |
| Documents Required | CV, mark sheets, degree certificates, GATE scorecard (if any), publications, experience letters, etc. |
| Official Recruitment Site | VNIT Recruitment Page |
| Contact Person | Dr. Deep Gupta, Principal Investigator |
| TA/DA for Interview | Not Provided |
| Final Authority | Director, VNIT Nagpur |
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