Anil Kumar Gupta

The Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee), through its ICARS (Centre of Excellence of DST), is inviting applications for a full-time PhD position in the field of Disaster and Climate Resilience. The opportunity is led by Professor Anil Kumar Gupta, a strategic leader in disaster and climate resilience, who is seeking candidates with a strong academic background and research interest in areas such as climate adaptation, resilience, disaster risk reduction (DRR), health, chemical safety, nature-based solutions (NBS), and ecoDRR. Eligible applicants must possess an MTech or Masters degree in Disaster Management, Health, Environmental, or Social sciences, and hold a valid GATE/NET score. The position requires excellent communication and writing skills in English, and is open to candidates aged 23-27 years for full-time, in-person research. In addition, there is a possibility for in-service PhD candidates (working professionals with substantial experience) to discuss part-time options with a course work waiver. The research group at IIT Roorkee is focused on bridging policy, research, and practice in disaster and climate resilience, offering a dynamic environment for interdisciplinary research. The position is based at ICARS, a Centre of Excellence under the Department of Science and Technology, and provides opportunities to work on cutting-edge topics in environmental science and public health. Interested candidates should reach out to Professor Anil Kumar Gupta via LinkedIn or other provided contact methods to discuss their qualifications and research interests. The announcement does not specify funding details or application deadlines, so early contact is recommended.