Description
Ref: IIMB/RA/RECT/2026/51 Date: 09 September 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.
Industry/Service
Higher Education
Post/Job Title
Research Associate

Job Purpose
The ideal candidate will support us in multiple research projects focusing on sustainability and sustainable behaviour, including projects related to agriculture, food waste, electricity consumption, paper consumption, and other related areas.

The position is ideal for candidates looking to gain hands-on research experience in laboratory and field experiments, particularly in applying behavioural insights to sustainability-related problems. It would be especially suitable for candidates interested in pursuing a PhD in Behavioural Economics, Management, or related fields.

The Research Associate will be fully integrated into the vibrant research community at IIMB and will have opportunities to interact with faculty members, PhD students, research fellows,



academic associates, and other researchers. Mentorship and support will be provided to the Research Associate in developing their research skills and preparing for and applying to PhD programs.
Job Type
Will be hired under Project Code
Duration
Six Months
Reporting to
Professor Shalique M S

Principal Accountabilities & Responsibilities
- Cleaning, managing, and analyzing data using Stata
- Supporting data analysis for field experiments and randomized controlled trials
- Assisting with study pre-registration and IRB applications
- Helping prepare registered reports, project documentation, and research manuscripts
- Conducting background research and literature reviews
- Coordinating with project teams and supporting other research-related tasks as needed

Qualification and Personal Profile
Master’s degree in Economics, Public Policy, Management, or a related field.

Key Skill and Ability Req

📌 Research Associate (Bengaluru)
🏢 Indian Institute of Management Bangalore
📍 Bengaluru