Project Associate (Digital Humanities)

Job Category: Engineering
Job Type: contractual
Job Location: INDORE

Location: IIT Indore – School of Humanities and Social Science
Organization: GA Digital Web Word Pvt. Ltd.
Project Funded By: Department of Science & Technology (DST), Government of India


Project Overview

Applications are invited from highly motivated and eligible candidates for the position of Project Associate (Digital Humanities) for a DST-sponsored project titled:
“Digital Audio Preservation of Rare Sindhi Manuscripts into Audio Books: An Initiative to Revitalize Sindhi Language and Literature in India.”


Position Details

  • Position Title: Project Associate (Digital Humanities)
  • Number of Vacancies: 01
  • Age Limit: Less than 35 years
  • Stipend: ₹29,500/- per month (consolidated)
  • Duration: Six months (renewable up to one year)
  • Location: IIT Indore

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification:

  • Bachelor’s Degree (preferably in Computer Science) from a reputed institution
  • Exceptional candidates currently pursuing graduation/post-Graduation may also be considered
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills required

Technical Skills Required

  • Programming: Python, JavaScript (React/Node.js)
  • Audio Processing: Audacity, MP3/WAV tagging
  • Cloud & API Integration: AWS, Firebase, REST APIs
  • Digital Archiving: Metadata management, preservation, and security
  • Web Development: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, or CMS platforms
  • Metadata Standards & Repository Management

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist in audio recording, data collection, and maintenance
  • Design and develop a user-friendly digital archive
  • Manage metadata tagging and repository organization
  • Handle cloud-based storage and API integration
  • Support transcription, annotation, and preservation efforts
  • Coordinate with project participants and maintain workflow documentation

How to Apply

Interested candidates may submit their updated CV to:
Email: Vandana.govindani@gmail.com
Last Date to Apply: 22nd April 2025


Interview Schedule

  • Mode: Online / In-person
  • Tentative Dates: 24th – 28th April 2025
  • Selection Criteria: Based on qualification, relevant experience, and performance during the interview conducted by the selection committee

For More Information

Mehul Chadokar
Outsourcing Site Manager
GA Digital Web Word Pvt. Ltd.
Mobile: +91 8349208939

officegad.iiti@gmail.com

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