The Behaviour-Informed Design for Development (BiD4D) Lab welcomes applications from highly motivated individuals interested in pursuing doctoral research at the intersection of behavioural design, design research, cognitive science, technology, and society.
Our research spans diverse domains including behavioural design, decision-making, healthcare, climate action, public systems, human-centred technologies, and complexity in design. Prospective PhD scholars are encouraged to develop original research questions that align with the lab's vision while contributing to ongoing and emerging research initiatives.
Who Should Apply?
We seek candidates who demonstrate:
A strong interest in behavioural design and interdisciplinary research.
A solid foundation in design, behavioural science, cognitive science, psychology, HCI, engineering, social sciences, or related disciplines.
Curiosity, critical thinking, and an aptitude for research.
The ability to work independently while contributing to collaborative research projects.
Application Process
Admission to the PhD programme is conducted through the official IIT Delhi PhD admissions process. Interested applicants should review the current eligibility criteria and submit their application through the IIT Delhi admissions portal.
Candidates are encouraged to reach out to the lab with:
A brief introduction outlining their research interests.
Their curriculum vitae (CV).
A statement describing their previous work, motivation for pursuing doctoral research, and how their interests align with the work of BiD4D Lab.
We encourage applicants to thoughtfully articulate their research aspirations and demonstrate a genuine interest in contributing to the evolving field of behavioural design.