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Center for Earth Sciences IISc Bangalore Course on Methods in Geochemistry and their Applications
Centre for Earth Sciences
Indian Institute of Science
Bangalore 560 012
Short Term Course on Methods in Geochemistry and their Applications
Date: 17–22 January 2011
A short term course on ‘Methods in Geochemistry and their Applications’ for graduate and postgraduate college/university teachers will be held at Centre for Earth Sciences, Indian Institute of Sciences, Bangalore for a period of one week from 17 to 22 January 2011.
The objective of this short term course is to give the participants hands on training on some of the modern techniques and the theory behind methods of geochemical investigations. The course will expose the participants with broad range of topics ranging from Environmental Geochemistry to the geochemical evolution of early solar system. This training is intended to provide them necessary knowledge to handling modern instruments used in the field of geochemical investigations. The course will consists of lectures everyday and over four hours of practical demonstration hands on training.
Teachers who wish to participate in the workshop may send their application on plain paper with following details: name, age, date of birth, e-mail, official and residential address, telephone and mobile numbers, academic qualifications starting from B.Sc. onwards, teaching experience, course taught, position held and statement indicating their reason for interests in participating in the course and their expectations from the course. Twenty selected teachers will be provided local hospitality and round trip actual of bus fare/train fare (3 tier AC) by shortest route. Application in the prescribed format should reach the Institute. Applications may be sent to:
Dr Prosenjit Ghosh
Course Coordinator
‘Methods in Geochemistry and their Applications’
Centre for Earth Sciences
Indian Institute of Science
Bangalore 560 012
Telephone: 080-2293 2599; Fax: 080-2360 0865
e-mail: pghosh@ceas.iisc.ernet.in/pghosh@caos.iisc.ernet.in
Last Date: before 25 December 2010
Website Details: http://www.ceas.iisc.ernet.in/gc-app.html
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Indian Institute of Science
Bangalore 560 012
Short Term Course on Methods in Geochemistry and their Applications
Date: 17–22 January 2011
A short term course on ‘Methods in Geochemistry and their Applications’ for graduate and postgraduate college/university teachers will be held at Centre for Earth Sciences, Indian Institute of Sciences, Bangalore for a period of one week from 17 to 22 January 2011.
The objective of this short term course is to give the participants hands on training on some of the modern techniques and the theory behind methods of geochemical investigations. The course will expose the participants with broad range of topics ranging from Environmental Geochemistry to the geochemical evolution of early solar system. This training is intended to provide them necessary knowledge to handling modern instruments used in the field of geochemical investigations. The course will consists of lectures everyday and over four hours of practical demonstration hands on training.
Teachers who wish to participate in the workshop may send their application on plain paper with following details: name, age, date of birth, e-mail, official and residential address, telephone and mobile numbers, academic qualifications starting from B.Sc. onwards, teaching experience, course taught, position held and statement indicating their reason for interests in participating in the course and their expectations from the course. Twenty selected teachers will be provided local hospitality and round trip actual of bus fare/train fare (3 tier AC) by shortest route. Application in the prescribed format should reach the Institute. Applications may be sent to:
Dr Prosenjit Ghosh
Course Coordinator
‘Methods in Geochemistry and their Applications’
Centre for Earth Sciences
Indian Institute of Science
Bangalore 560 012
Telephone: 080-2293 2599; Fax: 080-2360 0865
e-mail: pghosh@ceas.iisc.ernet.in/pghosh@caos.iisc.ernet.in
Last Date: before 25 December 2010
Website Details: http://www.ceas.iisc.ernet.in/gc-app.html
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Project Assistant Vacancy in Department of Earth Sciences at IITB Mumbai
INDUSTRIAL RESEARCH and CONSULTANCY CENTRE
OFFICE OF THE DEAN(R and D)
INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY,BOMBAY.
RECRUITMENT FOR PROJECT
Applications are invited from the citizens of India for filling up the following temporary position for the sponsored project undertaken in the Department of Earth Sciences of this Institute. The position is temporary initially for a period of 1 Year and tenable only for the duration of the project. The requisite qualification & experience etc. are given below:
Position and Salary: Project Assistant (1 Post )/Consolidated salary Rs.5000/- p.m.
Qualification B.A/B.Sc/B.Com
Job Profile: Experience in maintaining Geological Field Equipment Lab like Toposheet, Compasses, GPS,Library. Knowledge in computer application like MS WORD, EXcel, Auto Cad, Web Design, Corel Draw.
The appointment is for time bound project and the candidate is required to work mainly for the successful completion of the project. The selection committee may offer lower or higher designation and lower or higher salary depending upon the experience and performance of the candidate in the interview.
Candidate possessing the requisite qualification and experience should apply online at http://www.ircc.iitb.ac.in/IRCC-Webpage/HRMSLoginPage.jsp , if there is any problem applying online, candidates may apply on plain paper stating the CIRCULAR , project title, position applied for, name,permanent and mailing addresses,date of birth,details of academic qualification and experience or download the Application form available on http://www.ircc.iitb.ac.in/IRCC-Webpage/projstaffinfo.jsp with the copies of certificates/testimonials and must super scribe the envelope with CIRCULAR & POST: to the grep Senior Administrative Officer(R & D),Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, Powai, Mumbai-400076. Candidates called for interview will be required to attend at their own expenses
Last Date: on or before 29th October, 2010
Website Details: http://www.iitb.ac.in/
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OFFICE OF THE DEAN(R and D)
INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY,BOMBAY.
RECRUITMENT FOR PROJECT
Applications are invited from the citizens of India for filling up the following temporary position for the sponsored project undertaken in the Department of Earth Sciences of this Institute. The position is temporary initially for a period of 1 Year and tenable only for the duration of the project. The requisite qualification & experience etc. are given below:
Position and Salary: Project Assistant (1 Post )/Consolidated salary Rs.5000/- p.m.
Qualification B.A/B.Sc/B.Com
Job Profile: Experience in maintaining Geological Field Equipment Lab like Toposheet, Compasses, GPS,Library. Knowledge in computer application like MS WORD, EXcel, Auto Cad, Web Design, Corel Draw.
The appointment is for time bound project and the candidate is required to work mainly for the successful completion of the project. The selection committee may offer lower or higher designation and lower or higher salary depending upon the experience and performance of the candidate in the interview.
Candidate possessing the requisite qualification and experience should apply online at http://www.ircc.iitb.ac.in/IRCC-Webpage/HRMSLoginPage.jsp , if there is any problem applying online, candidates may apply on plain paper stating the CIRCULAR , project title, position applied for, name,permanent and mailing addresses,date of birth,details of academic qualification and experience or download the Application form available on http://www.ircc.iitb.ac.in/IRCC-Webpage/projstaffinfo.jsp with the copies of certificates/testimonials and must super scribe the envelope with CIRCULAR & POST: to the grep Senior Administrative Officer(R & D),Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, Powai, Mumbai-400076. Candidates called for interview will be required to attend at their own expenses
Last Date: on or before 29th October, 2010
Website Details: http://www.iitb.ac.in/
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RA/JRF(each 6 posts) Openings in Geology/Geophysics/Earth Sciences at Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology Dehradun
WADIA INSTITUTE OF HIMALAYAN GEOLOGY
(An Autonomous Institution of Dept. of Science and Technology, Govt. of India)
33, General Mahadeo Singh Road
DEHRA DUN – 248001
Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology is an autonomous research organization under Department of Science & Technology, Govt. of India, undertaking advance level of research in all aspects of the geology and geodynamics of the Himalaya. It has strong specialization in the areas of Petrology and Geochemistry, Structure and Tectonics, Sedimentology, Geomorphology, Glaciology, Magnetostratigraphy, Biostratigraphy, Quaternary Geology, Environment Geology, Seismology and Geophysics. The Institute also houses modern analytical laboratories. To encourage young students/researchers to make career in earth sciences, the Institute has doctoral program and offers Research Associateships to fresh Ph.D. To promote research in emerging areas of earth sciences, the Institute also undertakes sponsored projects.
The Institute invites applications from eligible Indian nationals for the following positions:
1. RESEARCH ASSOCIATE: 06 (six)
Remuneration : Rs.16,000/- p.m. consolidated plus admissible House Rent Allowance, which is at present @20%. Sufficient supporting contingent grant for field work etc. will be provided.
Age Limit : Not exceeding 35 years as on 31.08.2010
Essential Qualification : Ph.D. degree in Geology/Geophysics in any emerging areas of Earth Sciences. The candidates about to submit thesis for Ph.D degree and having three years of proven research experience will also be considered. The selected candidates are expected to persue research at Post- doctoral level. The candidates with experience in the field of structural geology/metamorphic petrology/Sedimentology / Engineering geology/Seismology will be given preference.
Tenure of appointment : The appointment will be initially for three years, extended annually based upon the performance and review of work. Only in very exceptional cases, the tenure of appointment can be extended beyond the initial period by maximum two years.
2.JUNIOR RESEARCH FELLOW: 06 (six)
Scholarship : 12,000 p.m. consolidated plus admissible House Rent Allowance (HRA), which is at present @20% during the first and second year and Rs.14,000/ p.m. consolidated plus admissible H.R.A during subsequent years subject to satisfactory performance. In case the performance of the selected candidate is not found to be satisfactory, the fellowship can be terminated. Sufficient supporting contingent grant for field work etc. will be provided.
Age Limit : Not exceeding 28 years as on 31.08.2010.
Essential Qualification : 1st class M.Sc./M.Tech. degree in Geology/Geophysics or allied subject with consistently good academic record. Candidates who have cleared NET/GATE, UGC-CSIR combined examination will be given preference. NET/GATE qualified candidates MUST attach an attested photocopy of NET/GATE qualifications with their application. Other candidates will have to appear in a written test at the Institute in Dehradun and those who qualify in the written examination will only be called for an interview. Candidates with Maths at graduation level will be given preference.
Tenure of Scholarship : The scholarship will be initially for a period of three years. Continuance during this period of three years will depend on satisfactory performance. Thereafter likely to be extended for one or more years depending upon the performance and review of work. The selected candidates may be allowed to register for Ph.D after successful completion of training.
The prescribed application form for the above positions is available at the Website
Last Date: by 4.00 p.m. 22 08.2010
Website Details: http://www.wihg.res.in/
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(An Autonomous Institution of Dept. of Science and Technology, Govt. of India)
33, General Mahadeo Singh Road
DEHRA DUN – 248001
Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology is an autonomous research organization under Department of Science & Technology, Govt. of India, undertaking advance level of research in all aspects of the geology and geodynamics of the Himalaya. It has strong specialization in the areas of Petrology and Geochemistry, Structure and Tectonics, Sedimentology, Geomorphology, Glaciology, Magnetostratigraphy, Biostratigraphy, Quaternary Geology, Environment Geology, Seismology and Geophysics. The Institute also houses modern analytical laboratories. To encourage young students/researchers to make career in earth sciences, the Institute has doctoral program and offers Research Associateships to fresh Ph.D. To promote research in emerging areas of earth sciences, the Institute also undertakes sponsored projects.
The Institute invites applications from eligible Indian nationals for the following positions:
1. RESEARCH ASSOCIATE: 06 (six)
Remuneration : Rs.16,000/- p.m. consolidated plus admissible House Rent Allowance, which is at present @20%. Sufficient supporting contingent grant for field work etc. will be provided.
Age Limit : Not exceeding 35 years as on 31.08.2010
Essential Qualification : Ph.D. degree in Geology/Geophysics in any emerging areas of Earth Sciences. The candidates about to submit thesis for Ph.D degree and having three years of proven research experience will also be considered. The selected candidates are expected to persue research at Post- doctoral level. The candidates with experience in the field of structural geology/metamorphic petrology/Sedimentology / Engineering geology/Seismology will be given preference.
Tenure of appointment : The appointment will be initially for three years, extended annually based upon the performance and review of work. Only in very exceptional cases, the tenure of appointment can be extended beyond the initial period by maximum two years.
2.JUNIOR RESEARCH FELLOW: 06 (six)
Scholarship : 12,000 p.m. consolidated plus admissible House Rent Allowance (HRA), which is at present @20% during the first and second year and Rs.14,000/ p.m. consolidated plus admissible H.R.A during subsequent years subject to satisfactory performance. In case the performance of the selected candidate is not found to be satisfactory, the fellowship can be terminated. Sufficient supporting contingent grant for field work etc. will be provided.
Age Limit : Not exceeding 28 years as on 31.08.2010.
Essential Qualification : 1st class M.Sc./M.Tech. degree in Geology/Geophysics or allied subject with consistently good academic record. Candidates who have cleared NET/GATE, UGC-CSIR combined examination will be given preference. NET/GATE qualified candidates MUST attach an attested photocopy of NET/GATE qualifications with their application. Other candidates will have to appear in a written test at the Institute in Dehradun and those who qualify in the written examination will only be called for an interview. Candidates with Maths at graduation level will be given preference.
Tenure of Scholarship : The scholarship will be initially for a period of three years. Continuance during this period of three years will depend on satisfactory performance. Thereafter likely to be extended for one or more years depending upon the performance and review of work. The selected candidates may be allowed to register for Ph.D after successful completion of training.
The prescribed application form for the above positions is available at the Website
Last Date: by 4.00 p.m. 22 08.2010
Website Details: http://www.wihg.res.in/
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JRF Project Vacancies at Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology Pune
What is this all about?
INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TROPICAL METEOROLOGY (An Autonomous Institute under Ministry of Earth Sciences, Government of India) Dr.Homi Bhabha Road, Pashan, Pune-411 008.
The Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology is an autonomous research organization fully funded by Ministry of Earth Sciences, New Delhi. It is a premier Institute, devoted to research in various aspects of atmospheric sciences, with emphasis on tropical meteorology, particularly on the Climate change and Indian Monsoon. Its
activities include training to post graduates and motivate them to take up research careers in atmospheric and oceanic sciences required to improve prediction skill of weather and climate. The institute has a strong training program for post graduate students to help build their careers in atmospheric sciences. The Institute also has excellent infrastructural facilities and has MoU with University of Pune. It has strong links with other
Universities and national and international organizations. Applications are invited for two junior research fellows initially for one year period under a sponsored project with BRNS/IGCAR. Study involves numerical
modeling and observational data analysis of Thermal Internal Boundary Layer (TIBL).
Essential Qualifications:
A good Master’s degree in Meteorology, Atmospheric Sciences, Physics, Applied Physics, Mathematics, or Statistics.
Desirable Qualifications:
Candidates having M. Tech. (Meteorology / Atmospheric Sciences) or having research experience in the field of numerical modeling/observational data analysis will be given preference. Knowledge of computer programming packages like Matlab, NCL, Grads, Origin
Age Limit: 28 years as on 1.6.2010
Salary: Rs. 12000/- per month + permissible HRA
Tenure: 12 months
Desiring candidates are requested to submit their application in the enclosed format together with detailed CV. The completed applications should reach Dr. Thara Prabhakaran, Scientist, IITM, Pune-411008 either by post or e-mail at prabha.thara@gmail.com
Last Date: by 2nd June 2010
Website Details: http://www.tropmet.res.in/jobs_pdf/1274246438advt-kalpakkam.pdf
INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TROPICAL METEOROLOGY (An Autonomous Institute under Ministry of Earth Sciences, Government of India) Dr.Homi Bhabha Road, Pashan, Pune-411 008.
The Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology is an autonomous research organization fully funded by Ministry of Earth Sciences, New Delhi. It is a premier Institute, devoted to research in various aspects of atmospheric sciences, with emphasis on tropical meteorology, particularly on the Climate change and Indian Monsoon. Its
activities include training to post graduates and motivate them to take up research careers in atmospheric and oceanic sciences required to improve prediction skill of weather and climate. The institute has a strong training program for post graduate students to help build their careers in atmospheric sciences. The Institute also has excellent infrastructural facilities and has MoU with University of Pune. It has strong links with other
Universities and national and international organizations. Applications are invited for two junior research fellows initially for one year period under a sponsored project with BRNS/IGCAR. Study involves numerical
modeling and observational data analysis of Thermal Internal Boundary Layer (TIBL).
Essential Qualifications:
A good Master’s degree in Meteorology, Atmospheric Sciences, Physics, Applied Physics, Mathematics, or Statistics.
Desirable Qualifications:
Candidates having M. Tech. (Meteorology / Atmospheric Sciences) or having research experience in the field of numerical modeling/observational data analysis will be given preference. Knowledge of computer programming packages like Matlab, NCL, Grads, Origin
Age Limit: 28 years as on 1.6.2010
Salary: Rs. 12000/- per month + permissible HRA
Tenure: 12 months
Desiring candidates are requested to submit their application in the enclosed format together with detailed CV. The completed applications should reach Dr. Thara Prabhakaran, Scientist, IITM, Pune-411008 either by post or e-mail at prabha.thara@gmail.com
Last Date: by 2nd June 2010
Website Details: http://www.tropmet.res.in/jobs_pdf/1274246438advt-kalpakkam.pdf
Junior Research Fellowship | JRF (1 post) in DST Sponsored Earth Sciences Project at IIT Roorkee
What is this all about?
Submission deadline: 15.02.2010
Website Details: http://www.iitr.ac.in/
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Research Associate Positions in Climate Science at INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TROPICAL METEOROLOGY | IITM Pune (10 posts)
INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TROPICAL METEOROLOGY
Dr. Homi Bhabha Raod, Pashan, Pune-411008 (An autonomous Institute under Ministry of Earth Sciences, Government of India)
The Indian Institute of Tropical meteorology is an autonomous research organisation fully funded by Ministry of Earth Sciences, New Delhi. It is a premier Institute of national and international repute, devoted to research in various aspects ofatmospheric sciences with emphasis on tropical meteorology, particularly on the Climate change and Indian Monsoon. Its activitiesinclude training to post graduates and motivate them to take up research careers in atmospheric and oceanic sciences required to improve prediction skill of weather and climate. A Centre for Climate Change Research (CCCR) has been established at IITM. To cater to the modelling needs, a High Performance Computing Centre has been set up and a HPC with 7.2 TF has been installed. For CCCR, the capacity of HPC is being upgraded to 70 TF. The Institute also has excellent infra-structural facilities and has MoU with University of Pune. It has strong links with other Universities and national and international organizations.
Applications are invited from young Doctorates/Post graduates for selection of Research Associates at the Institute respectively.
IITM Research Associates – 10 positions (1 for Orthopaedic handicapped and 9 for general category)
Qualifications/Essential : A doctorate degree of a recognized University in Meteorology, Atmospheric Sciences, Oceanography, Physics, Applied Physics, Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Geology or Geophysics with Meteorology as subject. Well acquainted in computer programming Linux etc.)
Those candidates who have submitted Ph.D. thesis to the University are eligible to apply.
Desirable Qualifications : Demonstrated computer programming linux, Unix, Windows / Fortran/C etc.
Age Limit : 35 years as on 1.1.2010
Stipend: Rs. 16000/- plus admissible HRA;
Tenure: One year
For further details please visit the Institute’s website (http://www.tropmet.res.in/)
Desiring candidates may submit their CV in the form attached. The completed application should reach the
Administrative Officer of the Institute either by post/courier/mail admadv@tropmet.res.in by 1 March, 2010.
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Dr. Homi Bhabha Raod, Pashan, Pune-411008 (An autonomous Institute under Ministry of Earth Sciences, Government of India)
The Indian Institute of Tropical meteorology is an autonomous research organisation fully funded by Ministry of Earth Sciences, New Delhi. It is a premier Institute of national and international repute, devoted to research in various aspects ofatmospheric sciences with emphasis on tropical meteorology, particularly on the Climate change and Indian Monsoon. Its activitiesinclude training to post graduates and motivate them to take up research careers in atmospheric and oceanic sciences required to improve prediction skill of weather and climate. A Centre for Climate Change Research (CCCR) has been established at IITM. To cater to the modelling needs, a High Performance Computing Centre has been set up and a HPC with 7.2 TF has been installed. For CCCR, the capacity of HPC is being upgraded to 70 TF. The Institute also has excellent infra-structural facilities and has MoU with University of Pune. It has strong links with other Universities and national and international organizations.
Applications are invited from young Doctorates/Post graduates for selection of Research Associates at the Institute respectively.
IITM Research Associates – 10 positions (1 for Orthopaedic handicapped and 9 for general category)
Qualifications/Essential : A doctorate degree of a recognized University in Meteorology, Atmospheric Sciences, Oceanography, Physics, Applied Physics, Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Geology or Geophysics with Meteorology as subject. Well acquainted in computer programming Linux etc.)
Those candidates who have submitted Ph.D. thesis to the University are eligible to apply.
Desirable Qualifications : Demonstrated computer programming linux, Unix, Windows / Fortran/C etc.
Age Limit : 35 years as on 1.1.2010
Stipend: Rs. 16000/- plus admissible HRA;
Tenure: One year
For further details please visit the Institute’s website (http://www.tropmet.res.in/)
Desiring candidates may submit their CV in the form attached. The completed application should reach the
Administrative Officer of the Institute either by post/courier/mail admadv@tropmet.res.in by 1 March, 2010.
Indi Proff
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Applications Invited for Research Fellowships in Climate Sciences at INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TROPICAL METEOROLOGY | IITM Pune(10 fellowships)
INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TROPICAL METEOROLOGY Dr. Homi Bhabha Raod, Pashan, Pune-411008 (An autonomous Institute under Ministry of Earth Sciences, Government of India)
What is this all About
Applications are invited from young Doctorates/Post graduates for selection of Research Fellow at the Institute respectively.
About the Institute
The Indian Institute of Tropical meteorology is an autonomous research organisation fully funded by Ministry of Earth Sciences, New Delhi. It is a premier Institute of national and international repute, devoted to research in various aspects ofatmospheric sciences with emphasis on tropical meteorology, particularly on the Climate change and Indian Monsoon. Its activitiesinclude training to post graduates and motivate them to take up research careers in atmospheric and oceanic sciences required to improve prediction skill of weather and climate. A Centre for Climate Change Research (CCCR) has been established at IITM. To cater to the modelling needs, a High Performance Computing Centre has been set up and a HPC with 7.2 TF has been installed. For CCCR, the capacity of HPC is being upgraded to 70 TF. The Institute also has excellent infra-structural facilities and has MoU with University of Pune. It has strong links with other Universities and national and international organizations.
IITM Research Fellows 10 Fellowships (one reserved for visually handicapped, one for hearing handicapped and 8 for general candidates)
Qualifications
Essential : A good Master’s degree in Meteorology, oceanography, Atmospheric Sciences, Physics, Applied Physics, Mathematics, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Geology or Geophysics with Meteorology as subject. The students qualified CSIR/UGC/National Eligibility test or GATE are eligible to apply. The students with M.Tech. (Atmospheric Sciences) are eligible to apply. The M.Sc. students not qualified in the CSIR/UGC National Eligibility Test or GATE tests but working in the sponsored projects at the Institute are also eligible to apply. Candidates appeared for final year M.Tech. can apply for the post but their appointment is subject to having passed the M.Tech. examination as evidenced by mark sheets/provisional degree certificate. Selected candidates are required to complete Ph.D. under the guidance of the scientists of the Institute.
Desirable: Demonstrated computer programming Linux, Unix, Windows/Fortran/C etc.
Age Limit : 28 years as on 1.1.2010; c) Stipend ; Rs. 12000/- plus admissible HRA
Tenure: 4 years. The candidate should register for Ph.D.
Selected candidates would be required to undergo an in-house training in Meteorology, which is a qualifying test for registering for Ph.Ds.Upper age limit is relaxable as per rules for SC/ST/OBC/Physically handicapped and ex-servicemen candidates.
Desiring candidates may submit their CV in the form attached. The completed application should reach the
Administrative Officer of the Institute either by post/courier/mail admadv@tropmet.res.in by 1 March, 2010
For further details please visit the Institute’s website (http://www.tropmet.res.in/)
Indi Proff
courtesy:iitm
What is this all About
Applications are invited from young Doctorates/Post graduates for selection of Research Fellow at the Institute respectively.
About the Institute
The Indian Institute of Tropical meteorology is an autonomous research organisation fully funded by Ministry of Earth Sciences, New Delhi. It is a premier Institute of national and international repute, devoted to research in various aspects ofatmospheric sciences with emphasis on tropical meteorology, particularly on the Climate change and Indian Monsoon. Its activitiesinclude training to post graduates and motivate them to take up research careers in atmospheric and oceanic sciences required to improve prediction skill of weather and climate. A Centre for Climate Change Research (CCCR) has been established at IITM. To cater to the modelling needs, a High Performance Computing Centre has been set up and a HPC with 7.2 TF has been installed. For CCCR, the capacity of HPC is being upgraded to 70 TF. The Institute also has excellent infra-structural facilities and has MoU with University of Pune. It has strong links with other Universities and national and international organizations.
IITM Research Fellows 10 Fellowships (one reserved for visually handicapped, one for hearing handicapped and 8 for general candidates)
Qualifications
Essential : A good Master’s degree in Meteorology, oceanography, Atmospheric Sciences, Physics, Applied Physics, Mathematics, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Geology or Geophysics with Meteorology as subject. The students qualified CSIR/UGC/National Eligibility test or GATE are eligible to apply. The students with M.Tech. (Atmospheric Sciences) are eligible to apply. The M.Sc. students not qualified in the CSIR/UGC National Eligibility Test or GATE tests but working in the sponsored projects at the Institute are also eligible to apply. Candidates appeared for final year M.Tech. can apply for the post but their appointment is subject to having passed the M.Tech. examination as evidenced by mark sheets/provisional degree certificate. Selected candidates are required to complete Ph.D. under the guidance of the scientists of the Institute.
Desirable: Demonstrated computer programming Linux, Unix, Windows/Fortran/C etc.
Age Limit : 28 years as on 1.1.2010; c) Stipend ; Rs. 12000/- plus admissible HRA
Tenure: 4 years. The candidate should register for Ph.D.
Selected candidates would be required to undergo an in-house training in Meteorology, which is a qualifying test for registering for Ph.Ds.Upper age limit is relaxable as per rules for SC/ST/OBC/Physically handicapped and ex-servicemen candidates.
Desiring candidates may submit their CV in the form attached. The completed application should reach the
Administrative Officer of the Institute either by post/courier/mail admadv@tropmet.res.in by 1 March, 2010
For further details please visit the Institute’s website (http://www.tropmet.res.in/)
Indi Proff
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