HR Specialist

ANNAM.AI is a transformative initiative established as a Center of Excellence (CoE) under the Ministry of Education at the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Ropar. The CoE is dedicated to revolutionizing the agricultural landscape of India by integrating cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI) technologies into sustainable farming practices. The name " Annam " itself symbolizes nourishment and the sustenance of life, reflecting its mission to ensure food security while promoting eco-friendly and efficient agricultural solutions deploying AI.

ANNAM.AI aspires to address critical challenges in agriculture, such as resource optimization, nature inspired enhanced pollination, and real-time decision-making for farmers in their own language. By fostering interdisciplinary research, the CoE aims to bridge the gap between advanced technology and traditional farming, empowering farmers with data-driven tools to enhance productivity and sustainability. The initiative underscores India's commitment to leveraging AI for societal benefit and positions the country as a global frontrunner in agricultural innovation. With its vision to combine technology and tradition, ANNAM.AI holds the potential to transform not just Indian agriculture but also contribute significantly to global food security and environmental conservation.

The HR Specialist will manage the full HR lifecycle—from recruitment and onboarding to payroll coordination and exit formalities—ensuring smooth and compliant HR operations for the ANNAM.AI program. Proficiency in Zoho HR tools is essential for this role.

Post job ads and manage applications using Zoho Recruit

Coordinate interviews, offers, and joining formalities

Maintain onboarding records and checklists

Maintain and update employee details in Zoho People

Ensure timely updates for new joiners, exits, and changes

Manage digital files and personnel documentation

Track attendance, leaves, and holidays via Zoho

Handle leave approvals and shift schedules

Resolve discrepancies and maintain monthly records

Collate payroll inputs and support processing

Coordinate with accounts for timely salary disbursements

Conduct exit processes and final settlements

Revoke access and update records in Zoho

Experience in academic or research institutions

Ability to handle high-volume, fast-paced HR tasks independently