IIT Delhi Recruitment 2025: Research Associate III Position

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi, a premier institution recognized globally for its research excellence, is inviting applications from highly qualified Indian nationals for the post of Research Associate III. This role is part of a prestigious DRDO-funded research project hosted by the Department of Physics. The position is contractual, with the possibility of annual renewal, and aligned with the project’s overall duration.

The project addresses one of the most advanced challenges in semiconductor technology—efficient thermal management of GaN HEMT devices using CVD diamond substrates. This makes the opportunity ideal for researchers aiming to contribute to cutting-edge defense and semiconductor domains.

About the Project :

Project Title:

Thermal Management of SSPL GaN HEMT by Integration of CVD Diamond Substrate (RP04856G)

Funding Agency:

Solid State Physics Laboratory (SSPL), DRDO, Ministry of Defence

Project Investigator:

Prof. Rajendra Singh, Department of Physics, IIT Delhi

Project Duration:

Up to 10 September 2026

This project focuses on integrating high-thermal-conductivity diamond substrates with GaN HEMT structures to significantly enhance heat dissipation. The findings are expected to contribute to next-generation semiconductor technologies, enabling improved device reliability, efficiency, and performance for defense and high-power applications.

Key Research Areas

• Advanced Semiconductor Device Physics
• CVD Diamond Growth and Integration
• GaN High Electron Mobility Transistors (HEMT)
• Thermal Modeling & Management Technologies
• Device Characterization & Experimental Physics

Eligibility Criteria :

Educational Qualification

• A full-time PhD in Physics, Semiconductor Technology, Materials Science, Electronics, or a closely related field.
• The doctorate should be directly related to any area of semiconductor devices, thermal management, or CVD materials.

Desired Experience :

Candidates with experience in the following areas will be preferred:

• CVD diamond substrate development or characterization
• GaN HEMT device fabrication, analysis, or modeling
• Semiconductor thermal simulation or heat dissipation research
• Handling of advanced characterization tools (e.g., Raman, TEM, SEM, electrical testing)

Relaxations :

• SC/ST candidates: Eligible for 5% marks relaxation as per Govt. of India norms.
• Retired or superannuated government employees: Welcome to apply; salary will be as per IRD and institute rules.

Job Responsibilities

The selected Research Associate will actively contribute to the scientific and technical progress of the project through:

Experimental Research

• Conducting laboratory experiments focused on thermal enhancement of GaN HEMT devices
• Integrating CVD diamond substrates with high-power semiconductor structures
• Testing and optimizing heat dissipation performance

Device Characterization & Analysis

• Performing structural, thermal, and electrical characterization
• Analyzing device behavior under different load and temperature conditions
• Maintaining accurate records and data logs

Collaboration & Reporting :

• Coordinating with scientists and engineers at SSPL, DRDO
• Assisting in the preparation of technical reports, scientific manuscripts, and presentations
• Supporting the PI in project documentation, progress reviews, and scientific planning

This opportunity will allow the researcher to work at the intersection of academia and India’s defense R&D ecosystem.

Salary & Benefits :

• Monthly Salary: ₹67,000
• HRA: 27%
• Total Compensation: Competitive and as per IRD guidelines

The position offers exposure to state-of-the-art semiconductor labs, collaboration with leading scientists, and involvement in a high-impact DRDO-funded initiative.

Job Location :

Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi, New Delhi, India

Important Date :

Application Deadline:
🕔 05 December 2025, 5:00 PM

How to Apply :

Applicants must follow the official IIT Delhi application procedure:

1. Visit the IIT Delhi IRD website and download Form No. IRD/REC-4.
2. Fill the form with complete academic, research, and professional details.
3. Email the filled and signed form to:
   rsingh@physics.iitd.ac.in
4. Ensure that the email subject line clearly mentions the advertisement number.
5. For clarification regarding eligibility or project details, applicants may contact the Project Investigator at the same email address.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified and called for an online interview. Details and shortlisted candidate lists will be published on the institute’s IRD portal.