Our mission is to explore the boundaries of knowledge in data science and artificial intelligence and to create an impact in the world through our teaching and research. We invite you to be a part of our dynamic, innovative, and collaborative academic community. Our School is home to several excitingresearch centres, and attracts very bright students from across the world for a variety of programmes.
What We're Looking For
Excellence in Research
Candidates should possess a strong track record in their respective fields with a passion for groundbreaking research that pushes the boundaries of data science and AI.
Teaching Excellence
We seek individuals who are committed to teaching excellence and shaping the future of data science and AI through innovative pedagogy and mentorship.
Interdisciplinary Perspective
We are a highly interdisciplinary department, and we look forward to the best minds in various domains as well as fundamental AI/ML areas joining us.
Diversity in Experience
We value diversity in experience and perspectives, welcoming candidates from academia, industry, and research institutions worldwide. At the moment, we are looking for more applicants in AI/ML.
Why IIT Madras?
IIT Madras has established itself as a premier Institute in science and engineering education, research and industrial consultancy, both nationally and internationally. It is also known worldwide for the achievements of its alumni, who have made immense contributions to society at large in various capacities in the fields of education, industry, research, business, entrepreneurship, and administration.
IIT Madras offers a supportive environment to its faculty and staff in all respects. The Institute has a self-contained campus located in a beautiful wooded land of about 250 hectares in the heart of the city. The campus offers a peaceful and modern lifestyle to the faculty, staff and their families. It is also a great place for children to grow up, with excellent schools and a stimulating environment.
Another excellent resource to learn more about IIT Madras is the Faculty Handbook.
Special Benefits at WSAI for New Faculty
New faculty joining the Wadhwani School of Data Science and AI are eligible for four early-career support grants
Salary Top-Up
₹3 Lakhs per year for the first three years
Research Travel Support
New faculty research travel support for one conference travel in the first three years
Research Support Fund
Up to ₹5 Lakhs that is meant to top up the flexible New Faculty Initiation Grant (NFIG) offered by the Institute to all new faculty
Cloud Credits
Up to 25,000 USD in cloud credits
How to Apply?
IIT Madras encourages year-round applications and follows a simple but rigorous mode of selection. The details of the various openings, remuneration, and selection procedures are available on the Faculty Recruitment portal. Please send your CVs and initiate discussion with our School by mailing our Head.