Faculty Positions at JNCASR, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

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Designation/Position- Faculty Positions at JNCASR

JNCASR, Bengaluru, Karnataka invites applications for the Faculty Positions at JNCASR from eligible and interested candidates

About- The Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR) is a premier research institution under the aegis of the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India, and Deemed-to-be-University. Known for interdisciplinary research, the Centre is equipped with state-of-the-art research and teaching facilities and provides excellent support to its faculty members in achieving ambitious goals of their research.

Location- Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR), Bengaluru, Karnataka

Eligibility/Qualification–

JNCASR/EMU is seeking applications for the position of ASSISTANT PROFESSOR in the broad area of Mechanics. Areas of emphasis include (but are not limited to) Experimental, Computational, and Theoretical Solid Mechanics, Fluid Dynamics and Non-equilibrium Statistical Mechanics, Climate Sciences, and the Dynamics and Rheology of Complex fluids including Active Matter. Applicants who possess proficiency in AI/ML/data science, with core competence in the above fields, will also be considered.

The candidate must have an outstanding research record and is expected to add a new dimension to ongoing research efforts in the Unit. She/he must also exhibit a strong commitment towards teaching which would include contributing to a comprehensive Mechanics-based course curriculum.

Basic Qualifications: Doctorate in Mechanical, Chemical, Aerospace and Civil Engineering, Physics, Applied Mathematics, or allied disciplines, with 2-3 years of post-doctoral experience (relaxation possible in exceptional scenarios), high-quality publications, excellent academic credentials, demonstration of skills needed for the development of an independent research programme, and effective teaching.

Age Limit: Preferably below 35 years as of the closing date of receipt of applications (relaxable as per GoI norms)

Job/Position Description- 

About EMU: The Engineering Mechanics Unit (EMU) at JNCASR brings together a group of dedicated faculty members who pursue path-breaking research, both at a fundamental scientific level and with an eye on applications, on a range of topics dealing with transport processes in fluids over length scales ranging from the microscopic to the astrophysical (website: https://www.jncasr.ac.in/research/researchunits/engineering-mechanics-unit).

Number of Posts: 01

Pay Level: Level 12 plus admissible allowances (as per MHRD norms)

Shortlisted candidates will be further considered based on a research seminar(s), a pedagogic lecture(s), and interactions with faculty members of the Centre, preferably in person.

JNCASR especially encourage women candidates and other under-represented categories to apply.

How to Apply- 

Please prepare your application package after learning about activities at JNCASR and giving deep thought to how you would suitably fit in as a faculty member in its academic ambience.                                                                                                       

An ideal candidate should have a non-negligible overlap of interest and complementarity with the current EMU faculty. You are welcome to connect with the current Faculty members at EMU to find more information about their work. Please include the following information in PDF format, and email to emusearch@jncasr.ac.in, with a copy to dfaoff@jncasr.ac.in and chair_emu@jncasr.ac.in

Application Format.docx
  1. Completed application package with list of publications in reverse chronological order (Word file can be downloaded from –  )   
  2. PDF files of 3 most significant (not necessarily most cited) publications
  3. A two-page research plan
  4. A statement of teaching interests that details what courses you would like to teach, prior teaching experience, and any other relevant information.
  5. The names and email addresses of at least three referees who are familiar with your work and will be willing to write a reference letter.

For any further information related to this advertisement, please contact chair_emu@jncasr.ac.in

Last Date for Apply– 31 March 2024

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