Indian Institute of Management Bangalore, a leading graduate school of management and an Institute of National Importance, has announced recruitment for the post of Research Associate, with one vacancy on offer. The role supports quantitative research projects on innovation management and entrepreneurship under the supervision of IIMB faculty, making it a good platform for candidates aiming at an academic career or doctoral studies.
IIM Bangalore Recruitment 2026 - Research Associate Posts
Posted 29 Sept 2026Updated 29 Sept 2026IIMB/RA/RECT/2026/53
Total Vacancies
1
Last Date
06 Oct
Closed
Apply Mode
Online
Contract
Status
Application Closed
Recruitment status
Applications closed on 06 Oct 2026
- Notification22 Sept
- Applications Open
- Applications Closed06 Oct
About IIM Bangalore Research Associate Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Indian Institute of Management Bangalore
- Advertisement No.
- IIMB/RA/RECT/2026/53
- Post Name
- Research Associate
- Job Location
- Bengaluru, Karnataka
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Contract
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Pay Scale
- As per the Institute norms
- Tenure
- Initially for a period of three months; extendable for additional six months maximum
Vacancy Breakdown
Research Associate
1
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Research Associate | 1 |
Eligibility Details
Research Associate
Candidates are required to hold a master's degree in management or social sciences or Statistics or Economics or Mathematics or Engineering or Science. Candidates with Four-year Undergraduate program with distinction from well rated academic institutions are also eligible to apply, if the degree was earned in Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or Economics. Strong training in econometrics and statistics, data scraping using R or Python, statistical analysis using STATA, and automating basic tasks using AI tools and agents are required, along with excellent written and verbal communication in English.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Research Associate | Candidates are required to hold a master's degree in management or social sciences or Statistics or Economics or Mathematics or Engineering or Science. Candidates with Four-year Undergraduate program with distinction from well rated academic institutions are also eligible to apply, if the degree was earned in Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or Economics. Strong training in econometrics and statistics, data scraping using R or Python, statistical analysis using STATA, and automating basic tasks using AI tools and agents are required, along with excellent written and verbal communication in English. |
Selection Process
- 1Shortlisting
Candidates are shortlisted based on their applications; only shortlisted candidates will be intimated.
Salary Structure
As per the Institute norms
How to Apply
- 1Open the IIM Bangalore application portal through the Apply Online link.
- 2Fill in the application form with correct personal, educational and contact details.
- 3Upload the 10th and 12th marksheets, graduation and post-graduation semester-wise marksheets and final certificates, and project experience reports.
- 4Upload a photograph, signature and other certificates in the prescribed format.
- 5Pay the application fee online, if applicable.
- 6Review all details carefully and submit the form.
- 7Save or print a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•10th & 12th Marksheets
•Diploma/Graduation - All semester wise Marksheets & Final Diploma/Degree Certificate
•Masters/Post-Graduation - All semester wise Marksheets & Final Degree Certificate
•Project experience - Reports of coding or data-analysis project
•Research assistantship
•Summer internship
•Etc
Important Details
- All fields in the application form are mandatory.
- Applications without the required documents will be treated as incomplete and will not be considered.
- The Research Associate will be hired under a Project Code and will report to Professor Sayan Sarkar.
Job Purpose
The role supports multiple research projects focusing on quantitative research in innovation management, financing, and scaling-up issues in the context of high-tech and entrepreneurial firms. It is suitable for candidates with strong academic credentials and an interest in an academic career, and offers mentorship for developing research skills and preparing for PhD programs.
Principal Accountabilities and Responsibilities
- Collecting data from secondary sources such as the internet and databases
- Cleaning, managing, and analyzing data using Stata
- Automating data collection and analysis using AI tools and programs
- Helping prepare registered reports, project documentation, and research manuscripts
- Conducting background research and literature reviews
- Coordinating with project teams and administrative staff for project logistics matters
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