The Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad, one of India's leading management institutes, has invited applications for Predoctoral Research Assistant positions on a contract basis. The roles sit in the Economics area under the supervision of faculty members, with work involving empirical research such as assembling large datasets, regression analysis and estimating choice models. The position suits candidates seeking strong research experience before applying to PhD programmes in economics or related disciplines.
IIM Ahmedabad Predoctoral Research Assistant Recruitment 2026
Posted 12 Oct 2026Updated 12 Oct 2026
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Last date 18 Oct 2026 · Closes today
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About IIM Ahmedabad Predoctoral Research Assistant Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad
- Post Name
- Predoctoral Research Assistant
- Job Location
- Ahmedabad, Gujarat
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Contract
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Experience
- Some experience conducting economic analysis, such as estimating regression models with observational data
- Pay Scale
- As per IIMA norms
- Tenure
- Eleven months initially, with the possibility of extension based on performance and future opportunities
Vacancy Breakdown
Predoctoral Research Assistant
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Predoctoral Research Assistant |
Eligibility Details
Predoctoral Research Assistant
Candidates should have at least a bachelor's degree in Economics or a related discipline with high quantitative and/or mathematical content; a master's degree will be preferred. Candidates should have some experience conducting economic analysis, such as estimating regression models with observational data, and be comfortable programming in Stata, R, or Python. Experience with discrete choice models or other structural methods would be appreciated. An interest in energy, environmental, or urban economics is expected.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Predoctoral Research Assistant | Candidates should have at least a bachelor's degree in Economics or a related discipline with high quantitative and/or mathematical content; a master's degree will be preferred. Candidates should have some experience conducting economic analysis, such as estimating regression models with observational data, and be comfortable programming in Stata, R, or Python. Experience with discrete choice models or other structural methods would be appreciated. An interest in energy, environmental, or urban economics is expected. |
Selection Process
- 1Test
Shortlisted applicants will be tested on the abilities needed for the work described.
- 2Interview
Candidates in the final stage will be interviewed.
Salary Structure
As per IIMA norms
How to Apply
- 1Fill out the application form at the online link provided
- 2Upload your CV and an optional writing sample on the application form
- 3Alternatively, email your CV and other application materials to Ms. Jinal Soni at [email protected]
- 4Use the subject line "Predoc Application" if applying by email
Important Details
- Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
- The post is based in person at the IIM Ahmedabad campus.
Research Areas
- Environmental Economics
- Urban Economics
- Energy Economics
- Applied Microeconomics
- Empirical Industrial Organization
- Discrete Choice Models
Responsibilities
- Conduct empirical research using econometric and computational techniques, drawing on large-scale administrative, household, and survey data
- Contribute to academic publications and policy reports arising from the research projects
- Present research findings in seminars and workshops
Work Description
Predoctoral research assistants work with various Principal Investigators collaborating on a project covering all aspects of empirical research, from assembling and cleaning large datasets to regression analysis and estimating choice models. The work is data-intensive and combines hands-on data work with economic modelling, feeding into academic papers, policy reports and grant writing. The role suits candidates who want strong research experience before applying to top PhD programs in economics or related disciplines.
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Predoctoral Research Assistant position remote or in-person?
It is an in-person position based at the IIM Ahmedabad campus.
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