RAMAN RESEARCH INSTITUTE
A challenging opportunity
for research in
Experimental Radio Astronomy
R
aman Research Institute invites
applications from individuals with
strong motivation and passion for a
research career in Astronomy & Astrophysics.
Students having excellent academic record,
with core competence and research aptitude
in Engineering, Physics, Engineering Physics
or Computer Science are invited to be part of
a team working in frontier research areas in
Experimental Radio Astronomy and
Astrophysics.
The innovative research program will
address a broad range of key areas in
Cosmology, Fundamental Physics,
and Transient Universe. The team will
design, build and commission
specialized and purpose-built Radio
Telescope systems and associated
software algorithms. The engineering
skills required for such activities
include Signal and Image Processing,
Antennas, Low-noise Microwave
Receivers, High-speed Analog &
Digital Data Transmission &
Processing, Real-time & Off-line Signal
Processing and Statistical Analysis. We seek
individuals with ability and eagerness to
explore and travel to remote locations all over
the world.
The selected candidates will contribute their
skills to participate in worldwide
collaborations with professionals both within
and outside the Institute with complementary
expertise. They will also be encouraged to
acquire PhD degrees and partake of
specialized course-work to develop
complementary skills themselves, and get a
deeper understanding of astrophysics.
There are currently six new positions for
Research Associates in the pay band of
Rs.15,600-39,100 with grade pay of Rs.5,400
(plus allowances as applicable to Central
Government employees, leading to a total
emolument of about Rs 57,000 per month).
There will be a two-year probationary period
in all cases, and confirmation after probation
will be based on performance appraisal.
Who may apply:
Candidates with a BE/BTech Degree or
equivalent in Electronics and Communication
Engineering, Electrical Engineering,
Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science
or MSc in Physics may apply. A minimum of
90% marks in aggregate or equivalent CGPA
in the qualifying course is essential. Students
completing their qualifying degree by the
middle of 2016 may also apply. All applicants
are expected to have high scores in GATE in
their respective field of specialization (Physics,
ECE, EE, CSE or Mech. Engg.) or GRE.
Reservations for SC/ST/OBC candidates will
be as per norms.
Selection procedure:
Selection will be based on qualification,
performance in GATE/GRE, and interview.
Call letters will be sent mid-January 2016 and
interviews will be held at RRI mid-February
2016.
How to apply:
For applying online visit www.rri.res.in/
other_openings.html. Applications should
include complete academic record,
any supporting evidence of
demonstrable interest in embarking
on a basic science research career,
and a “statement of purpose” of at
most two pages that argues why the
candidate is most suitable for the
envisaged role. Applications without
a statement of purpose will not be
considered.
Online applications are preferred.
For those who are unable to apply
online, hard copy of the application
forms may be requested from the
office of A&A Secretary, by sending
a self-addressed envelope (25 cm X 20 cm) to:
A&A Group Secretary
Raman Research Institute
C.V. Raman Avenue
Sadashivanagar, Bengaluru - 560 080.
Phone : (080) 2361 0122 (Ext. 125)
Fax : (080) 2361 0492
E-mail ID for enquiries:
aa_ra_dec2015@rri.res.in
Age Limit:
Not more than 26 years as on 01-01-2016.
Upper age limit may be relaxed in deserving
cases.
Online submission of application starts from :
November 1, 2015
Last date for requesting printed application forms :
December 1, 2015
Last date for receiving the completed application forms
(both online and hardcopy submission) :
December 31, 2015