Designation/Position- Institute Post-Doctoral Fellow(PDF)
IIT Delhi, India, invites applications for Institute Post-Doctoral Fellow(PDF) from eligible and interested candidates
About- Indian Institute of Technology Delhi is a public technical and research university in Hauz Khas, Delhi, India. It is one of the oldest Indian Institutes of Technology in India. Established in 1961. Applications from Indian nationals are invited for Project Appointment under the following project. The appointment shall be on a contractual basis with consolidated pay, renewable yearly or upto the duration of the project. Research Associate at IIT Delhi
Research/Job Area-
- Civil Engineering: Environmental: Sustainable Built Environment, Risk Assessment of Emerging Contaminants from Water, Aerosol Climate and Health, Carbon Sequestration using Alkaline Waste Materials; Geotech: Geotechnical Engg. / Rock Engg., Structures: Structural Engg. and Construction Management; Transportation: All areas of Transportation Engg., including but not limited to, Transport planning, Traffic Engg., and Pavement Engg.; Water Resources: Water Resources and related areas.
- Design: We are looking for candidates specializing in all areas of design, such as industrial design, communication design, interaction design, and other relevant design domains. Candidates should have research interest(s) in one or more of the following areas: Creativity, Culture & Design, Neuro-cognition of Creativity, User Experience Design, Information Design, Product Design, Computer-Aided Design, Design of Medical and Assistive Devices, Visual Communication, Filmmaking, Animation, Digital Media, Game Design, Cultural Construction, Design Research, Human Factors and Ergonomics, Sedentary Behaviour and Health, Inclusive Design, Environmental Design Research, Body-Conscious Design, Social and Cultural Factors in Design, Design for Health and Wellness in the Built Environment, Data Driven Design, Mechatronics, Engineering Design, Design for Energy Efficiency, Human-Computer Interaction, Design for Emotion and Persuasion, Design for Usability, Behavioural Design, Design for Human Development, Design for Base of the (economic) Pyramid, Social Innovation, Design Creativity and Innovation, Design Theory and Methodology (incl. Design Thinking), Virtual Reality, Artificial Intelligence in Design, New Product Development, Comics Studies, Illustration, Graphic Design, Designing for Children, Transportation Design, Design for Sustainability, Design Sketching, Design Innovation.
- Energy Science & Engineering: Electrical Power Systems, Experimental Plasma Science and Technology, Internal Combustion Engines, Photovoltaic Devices and Systems, Solar Thermal Technology, Energy Storage.
- Material Science & Engineering: Metals, glass and ceramics, polymers, computational material science, functional materials.
- Centre for Atmospheric Sciences: “All areas of Atmospheric and Oceanic Science.”
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Location- New Delhi
Eligibility/Qualification–
• Indian Nationals of General/SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS category and physical disability.
Minimum Eligibility Criteria:
Age Limit: The maximum age of candidates is 32 years (for males) and 35 years (for females). Age relaxation for reserved candidates as per Govt. of India guidelines: SC/ST – 5 years, OBC-NCL – 3 years, EWS – No age relaxation, General PwD – 10 years.
For an exceptional candidate to be recorded in writing.
- Educational Qualification:
- Ph.D. with a first or equivalent grade in a preceding degree with a consistently good academic record.
- Candidates who have submitted their Ph.D. thesis and have not yet defended it can be considered subject to the submission of a certificate from the guide duly forwarded by the Head of the Department of their Institute. This certificate must be provided at the time of the interview.
- In the case of (b) above, before the first assessment of the PDF at the end of the first year tenure, he/she should have completed the Ph.D. defense, which is mandatory for the candidate to continue for the second year, else the contract gets terminated, and no representation will be entertained.
- PDF posts are primarily for external candidates only, and in case IIT Delhi Ph.D. degree holders have to be considered; it may be done only 3 years after obtaining their Ph.D. degree from IIT Delhi.
3. Publications:
• Candidates should have demonstrated research capabilities in terms of publication in reputed journals and conferences.
Job/Position Description-
IIT Delhi invites applications from qualified persons for the position of Post-Doctoral Fellow (PDF) in its various academic units to promote inter-disciplinary research activities, strengthen the research ecosystem of the Institute and groom potential faculty members.
Remuneration & Benefits:
- Fellowship of Rs. 75,000/- per month plus House Rent Allowance (HRA) at the Govt. of India rate for New Delhi. No Institute accommodation will be provided.
- Professional Development Allowance (PDA) of Rs. 1.00 lakh per financial year (April-March) will be available from joining the institute. A proportionate amount shall be granted for PDF serving a shorter period. Unutilized PDA can be carried forward to the next financial year. The utilization of PDA is restricted to attending conferences (both national and international).
Duties & Responsibilities:
- To perform scholastic research in cutting-edge areas of academic units and support teaching activities by assisting in practicals and tutorials. PDF should be attached to a research group, not an individual faculty. PDFs are expected to publish research articles with IIT Delhi affiliation in peer-reviewed scientific journals and present research work at reputed conferences. They are also expected to supervise Ph.D. and Post-graduates in their project work and assist the mentor in writing project proposals.
Tenure of Appointment:
- Initially, for one year (on contract), which can be extended for another year on the same T&C based on an assessment of performance. There can be an extension of the contract after the completion of 2 years for outstanding candidates. The evaluation committee will decide on the extension after 2 years and its duration based on the performance of the PDF.
NOTES:
- The specializations or research areas mentioned above against each Department/Centre/School are only indicative and not exhaustive. The Institute is open to receiving applications from candidates specializing in these and other related areas.
- The minimum qualifications and/or experience requirement may be relaxed regarding exceptionally outstanding candidates in certain areas.
- Mere fulfillment of required minimum qualifications and experience does not entitle a candidate to be called for presentation/discussion.
- The Institute reserves the right to fill or not to fill the posts advertised.
- A separate online application must be filled if a candidate is applying for a Post-Doctoral Fellowship in more than one Department/Centre/or school.
How to Apply-
- It is a requirement that the candidate visits the Job Section on the IIT Delhi website (http://www.iitd.ac.in/jobs-iitd/index.html), prepare and submit the duly completed applications for appointment against the above position. The website also contains useful information on various aspects of working and living at IIT Delhi and the recruitment process.
- As a precaution, please retain a printed copy of the application with you after submitting the application through the website. Candidates employed with Government/Semi-Government Organizations or with Autonomous Bodies must print a copy of the electronic submission and submit the printed version through the proper channel at the address below.
Address for Communication:
Faculty Recruitment Cell
Indian Institute of Technology Delhi
Hauz Khas, New Delhi – 110016 (INDIA)
Telephone: +91 11 2654-8733
E-mail: fac_recruit@admin.iitd.ac.in
For any technical help, please contact through email: eadminhelp@iitd.ac.in or Ph. 011-26597220
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