IIM Lucknow Research Associate / Senior Research Associate Recruitment 2026Out

• A completed Ph.D. in operations & supply chain management, industrial management, industrial engineering or a related field requiring quantitative rigor, with strong research competence and subject knowledge.
• An excellent academic record, including First division in a regular-mode postgraduate programme from a reputed institute or university.
• At least one published paper in a peer-reviewed international journal listed in ABDC A / ABS 3 / Clarivate Q1 or above.
• Senior Research Associate: Ph.D. with at least 3 years of research experience.
• Research Associate 'A': Ph.D. with at least 2 years of research experience.
• Research Associate 'B': Ph.D.
• Preferred academic background: M.Tech. / MBA at postgraduate level and B.Tech. at undergraduate level.
• Preferred skills include high-quality research publications, Python proficiency for analytics, simulation, optimization, statistical modeling and reproducible research, and experience in research or consultancy projects.

• Read the official notification and check the qualifications and experience required for the intended position.
• Choose Senior Research Associate, Research Associate 'A' or Research Associate 'B', and clearly name that position in the application.
• Prepare the application and CV.
• Email both to the application address given in the official notification so they are received by 8 November 2026.
• Ensure the application is complete; incomplete or ineligible applications will be rejected without intimation.

Research position at the Lucknow Campus

Indian Institute of Management Lucknow issued a notice dated 29 October 2026 for one contractual Research Associate / Senior Research Associate position in its Operations & Supply Chain Management Area. The selected candidate will work under Prof. Yash Daultani at the Lucknow Campus. Applications are accepted by email, with receipt required by 8 November 2026.

Eligibility and position choice

Applicants must hold a completed Ph.D. in operations & supply chain management, industrial management, industrial engineering or a related quantitatively rigorous discipline. The academic requirements include an excellent record and First division in postgraduate study completed through regular mode at a reputed institution. At least one paper must have been published in a peer-reviewed international journal meeting the ABDC A / ABS 3 / Clarivate Q1 or above requirement.

The experience threshold differs by position: Senior Research Associate requires at least 3 years of research experience with a Ph.D., while Research Associate 'A' requires at least 2 years. Research Associate 'B' requires a Ph.D. Candidates must also satisfy the common mandatory conditions. Python-based research skills, relevant publications and research or consultancy project experience are preferred.

Application and selection steps

• Check the official notification and identify the position matching your qualifications and experience.
• Clearly state the chosen position in the application.
• Email the application and CV to the address provided in the notification before the receipt deadline.
• Shortlisted applicants will be contacted by email for an online interview. The final stage may be offline or online.

Incomplete or ineligible applications will be rejected without intimation. No TA/DA is payable for attending the interview.

Work and appointment terms

Duties include data analysis, literature review, empirical research, preparation of research outputs and other assigned academic work. The consolidated fellowship ranges from Rs. 60,000 to Rs. 70,000 per month, plus applicable HRA, depending on qualifications and post-Ph.D. experience. The initial contract is for 11 months, with possible extension based on performance and institute needs. Canvassing may lead to rejection.