IGCAR recruits Junior Research Fellow

Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research (IGCAR) invites application for the recruitment of Junior Research Fellow with M.Sc, M.LIS holders        

Company name : Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research (IGCAR)

Posts : Junior Research Fellow



Qualification : M.Sc, M.LIS

Salary : Rs. 16,000 to 18,000/p.m No of Post : 50

Location : Kalpakkam 

Last date to apply : May 09, 2014  

Details of Post : Junior Research Fellow: Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research (IGCAR), Kalpakkam is a premier research institute dedicated to the development of robust fast reactor technology based on intense multi-disciplinary research. IGCAR is empowering young, talented and motivated students to contribute to path-breaking discoveries in frontier areas of engineering/scientific research and cutting-edge technologies by offering Junior Research Fellowships. Applications are invited from interested students for the award of Junior Research Fellowships of the Department of Atomic Energy tenable at the Centre. The selected candidates will be eligible to register for Ph.D. in Homi Bhabha National Institute  (HBNI, a deemed to be university of Department of Atomic Energy) or University of Madras. IGCAR offers a unique opportunity to carry out research for their Ph.D. in the areas of physical, chemical, engineering, environmental and information sciences. FREE GOVERNMENT JOB ALERTS The vibrant research and developmental activities of IGCAR encompass a spectrum of fields including condensed matter physics, high temperature chemistry, environmental science, applied mechanics, non destructive evaluation, structural mechanics, fluid dynamics, Robotics and Development of Intelligent Machines, Thermal Hydraulics and Structural Mechanics, Design of Critical Components, Nanotechnology, Modeling Studies, Post-accident Safety Analysis, Wireless Networking, Parallel Computing, Embedded and Simulator Systems, Advanced materials and manufacturing technologies, Reliability, Chemical Process Design, Modeling etc. State-of-the-art infrastructure is available at IGCAR for carrying out excellent research. AREAS OF RESEARCH PROJECTS: CHEMICAL SCIENCES: Chemical thermodynamics, Solid state and high temperature chemistry, Electrochemistry, Spectroscopy and laser, Radiochemistry, Advanced separation techniques, Actinide Chemistry, Trace and ultra trace analytical techniques and Chemical sensors. PHYSICAL SCIENCES: Condensed Matter Physics: Investigations on behaviour of materials at low temperatures, high pressures and magnetic fields to explore novel properties of materials, Materials Physics : Investigations of defect properties of solids using ion beams and positrons and Computer simulations of material properties; Studies on surfaces and nanomaterials, and exploration of materials for sensors and detectors. Investigating phase transitions and dynamics in soft matter. ENGINEERING SCIENCES: Robotics and Development of Intelligent machines, Thermal Hydraulics and Structural Mechanics, Design of critical components, Modeling studies, Post-accident Safety Analysis, Wireless networking, Parallel computing, Embedded and Simulator systems, Non-destructive Evaluation and Reliability, Chemical Process Design and Modeling. QUALIFICATIONS: Category – A: (Those who have completed M.Sc., M.LIS or M. Tech.) The candidate must have obtained a minimum of 60% marks in Master of Science (M.Sc.)/ Master of Library & Information Science (M.LIS) degree from a recognized University in one of the following disciplines. Physics or Materials Science: Mathematics/Numerical Methods must be one of the subjects studied at the M.Sc. level. Aggregate of 60% at B.Sc. level with chemistry as ancillary subjects at B.Sc. level Chemistry: Aggregate of 60% at B.Sc. level with Physics and Mathematics as ancillary subjects at B.Sc. level Library and Information Science: Master of Library and Information Science with B.Sc. Mathematics/Physics/Chemistry (60% at B.Sc level). Atmospheric Science: M.Sc in Atmospheric Science/ Meteorology with minimum 60% marks and with basic degree in B.Sc (with Physics, Maths as one of the subjects) Category – B: (Those who have already completed B.E./B.Tech./B.Sc. Engg./B.Sc. [Tech.] from a recognized University) / M.Tech. The candidate must have obtained a minimum of 60% marks in one of the following disciplines given below: Computer Science Engineering Metallurgical Engineering / Materials Science & Engineering / Materials Technology  Chemical Engineering  Mechanical Engineering Atmospheric Science Nuclear Engineering/Nuclear Science & Technology. Category – C: (Candidates in the final year/semester of M.Sc./ Master in Library & Information Science /B.E. /B.Tech. /B.Sc. Engg. / B.Sc. [Tech.]/M. Tech.) The candidate should be in the final year/semester of M.Sc. / Master in Library & Information Science /B.E. /B. Tech. /B.Sc. Engineering/B.Sc. [Tech.]/M. Tech. degree course in recognized Universities in one of the disciplines as mentioned above in Category-A and Category-B. Such candidates should have scored marks above 60% in each previous semester/year and minimum aggregate of 60% in B.Sc./B.E./B.Tech. level [in the case of M.Sc./ Masters in Library & Information Science/M.Tech. candidates]. In case such candidates eventually join the Centre, they shall have acquired aggregate marks of 60% in the qualifying degrees. Relevant certificates to this effect should be submitted at the time of joining the Centre. APPLICATION PROCEDURE: The Application Form and Hall Ticket Form can be downloaded from the IGCAR website www.igcar.gov.in Send the completed Application Form and Hall Ticket Form along with the required enclosures by Post (Registered or Speed post of Indian Postal service), so as to reach IGCAR on or before 9th May, 2014 to: The Assistant Administrative Officer [R], Recruitment Section, Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research, Kancheepuram District Kalpakkam – 603 102. Tamil Nadu GENERAL INFORMATION: The list of candidates selected for the award of Junior Research Fellowship will be displayed on the IGCAR website. The selected candidates will also be informed by post. The final induction of the selected candidates as JRFs will be subject to production of all necessary documents in original (Proof of Date of Birth/Caste certificate/ physically challenged certificate if applicable, B.Sc./M.Sc./MLIS/ B.E./B.Tech./ M.E./M.Tech. degree and Marks sheets) on the dates intimated to the candidates by the department. The number of fellowships indicated in this advertisement is approximate and may vary as per the requirement at the time of final selection. The Centre reserves the right not to fill up the fellowships if it so desires. The fellowship shall not confer any claim or right for regular employment in the Centre or any Unit of Department of  Atomic Energy. Opportunity for meritorious candidates exists for the position of Visiting Scientist under KSKRA scheme. Medical The selected candidates are eligible to join the Contributory Health Service Scheme of this Centre as applicable. Accommodation The Selected candidates will be provided with subsidized bachelor Hostel Accommodation during the tenure. TRAVEL ALLOWANCE Candidates called for the interview will be reimbursed to nd fro second class railway fare from their normal place of residence as per rules. FELLOWSHIP AND TENURE The selected candidates will be initially taken as Junior Research Fellows (JRF) and will be paid a stipend of Rs.16,000/- per month (consolidated). The fellowship will be provided initially for a period of two years. Continuation of the fellowship is subject to satisfactory performance and review at the end of each year. On satisfactory performance, the tenure of Fellowship will be further extended and upgraded to Senior Research Fellowship (SRF) from the third year on wards with a stipend of Rs.18,000/- per month (consolidated). The total period of the fellowship shall in no case exceed five years. They are entitled for contingency grant including book allowance of Rs.20,000/- per year. Candidates are advised to visit the website http://www.igcar.gov.in/ periodically for further information and updates in this regard.  

Important dates to remember :

Last date to apply : May 09, 2014 Written Test : June 1, 2014 Interview : June 16-21, 2014 Likely Date of Joining : July 11, 2014 SIMILAR JOBS @ FRESHERSLIVE Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research (IGCAR) – Junior Research Fellow Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) – Research Associates Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) – Research Associate Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) – Invites Engineering Graduates for OCES/DGFS-2014 National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS) – Accounts Officer C, D, Administrative Officer, Clerk Institute for Plasma Research (IPR) – Administrative Officer

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