GIFT IFI—an initiative by GIFTCL in partnership with Ahmedabad University, IIT Gandhinagar, and UC San Diego—is building a global hub for fintech education, applied research, and ecosystem innovation inside GIFT City.We’re looking for early-career scholars for three year term appointments who want to work at the intersection of academia + industry + policy, with research interests across: FinTech, Climate/Green Finance, Sustainable Finance, Startups, Innovation, Digital Finance, and more. Appointment is subject to renewal based on performance and mutual interest.What you’ll doResearch & thought leadershipPublish high-quality applied research in finance/tech/entrepreneurship domainsCollaborate with faculty, regulators, and industry leaders in GIFT CityParticipate in conferences, policy dialogues, and ecosystem roundtablesTeaching & program developmentDesign and deliver advanced courses, certifications, and modules with senior faculty + industryPotential teaching areas (amongst others):FinTech & Digital FinanceClimate/Green FinanceEntrepreneurship & Startup InnovationFinancial Markets, Asset Management, Insurance, PensionsIndustry & ecosystem engagementWork closely with banks, insurers, asset managers, pension funds, fintech, startups, regulatorsContribute to applied projects, consulting initiatives, and partnershipsInstitution-buildingSupport new research centres, academic initiatives, and flagship programsHelp organize conferences, workshops, industry summits, executive educationWho should applyPhD (completed or near completion) in Finance/Econ/Management/Entrepreneurship/Tech Management/AI & Computer Science (or related) from a leading institutionStrong research capabilities (quantitative/analytical/policy-oriented)Interest in interdisciplinary work and applied impactIf you have deep fintech experience and have built and taught programmes then you are also encouraged to apply.What we offerMentorship from senior academics + industry leaders Unmatched access to the GIFT City financial ecosystem Chance to shape cutting-edge national-impact programs in FinTech & Climate Finance Platform to build a strong research profile and future career runway* Access to resources and mentoring at IIT Gandhinagar and Ahmedabad University.How to applyEmail: careers@giftifi.in Subject: “Application for Full-time Faculty” Include:Cover letter (with short career aspirations statements)CV with PhD details, teaching, industry/research experience, interests, publication(s), grants, cases/books/patents, and 2 references