About the role
Ref: IIMB/HR/RECT/2026/59 Date: 14 October 2026
About IIMB
The Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIMB) is a leading graduate school of management in Asia. Under the IIM Act of 2017, IIMB is an Institute of National Importance.
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Position
Academic Associate - Economics Area
Purpose
The position is suitable for candidates with excellent academic credentials who have a long-term interest in doing their doctoral program and engaging in teaching and research.
Job Location
IIM Bangalore-Dorabji Tata School of Undergraduate Studies, Jigani, Bengaluru
Reporting to
Chairperson - Economics Area
Principal Accountabilities & Responsibilities
The candidate is required to provide research and teaching support to the faculty depending on the requirements of the faculty.
The candidate should be willing and interested to assist faculty on all aspects of their academic research and teaching work.
The candidate should support the proctoring duties of the institute as and when assigned and other assignments that are given from time to time.
Qualification and Personal Profile
Candidates are required to hold a Master’s degree in Economics at the time of joining from a reputed university or institute with a minimum of 55 percent marks.
The institute will prioritize those candidates who have completed their Master’s degree in Economics within the last three years and have a clear long-term interest in pursuing doctoral studies in Economics.
Duration
Initially for a period of one year, extendable up to a maximum period of three years.
Stipend
An all-inclusive monthly stipend will be in the range of ₹ 43,000/- to ₹ 55,000/- based on experience of the applicant.
The closing date for applications is 01 November 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will beintimated. All fields in the application form are mandatory, andthe following mandatory documentsare requiredtobeuploaded while submitting the application.
10th & 12th Marksheets.
Diploma/Graduation - All semester wise Marksheets & Final Diploma/Degree Certificate.
Masters/Post-Graduation - All semester wise Marksheets & Final Degree Certificate.
Application submitted without the above documents will be treated as incomplete and will not be considered.
Interested candidates may fill out the application using the link:here