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National Centre for Geodesy

Advertisement Number: P.Rect./R&D/2024/222

Applications are invited for two position of Research Associate-III, initially for a period of one year (extendable depending on the performance) in the DST sponsored project DST/CE/2019123 entitled "National Centre for Geodesy" at IIT Kanpur. Description about this position is given below:


Duration: Initially for one year; may be extended further depending on performance.
Number of Positions: Two
Minimum Academic Qualification: Ph.D. (Physics /Mathematics / Earth Science / Geoinformatics / Computer Science / Electricals / Electronics)
OR
Three years of experience of research after MSc (Mathematics / Physics / Earth Science) with at least one research paper in (SCI) journal
OR
Three years of experience of research after MTech (Civil /Computer Science / Electricals / Electronics / Mining / IT / Geoinformatics) with at least one research paper (in SCI) journal
Desirable: Candidate should have prior research experience in broad area of Geodetic science and should be familiar with use of different geodetic instruments and software. Good mathematical skills programming proficiency in one or more programming languages (e.g. MATLAB, C/C++, Python, FORTRAN) is necessary. In addition, the candidate MUST possess excellent writing and communication skills.
Nature of job: The candidate may be required to develop routine programs for regular processing, archival, analysis and sharing of data collected from multiple geodetic sensors. He / She would be responsible for efficient performance and maintenance of geodetic facilities at the centre. Other responsibilities include developing and writing new research proposals for submission to national and international organizations, mentoring students, preparing project reports, preparing course contents for short term courses/ workshops/ conferences, and assisting in ongoing research projects.
Salary: Rs. 67,000 +18% HRA as per Institute norms
Other Facility: The selected candidate will have the opportunity to work in a conducive environment and may be eligible for suitable accommodation at IIT Kanpur, subject to availability. Outpatient department (OPD) services will be available for the candidate at the Health Centre of IIT Kanpur.

Application procedure:

Send your resume indicating (a) experience in aforementioned areas and (b) your approach/understanding as to how you will be able to contribute to National Centre for Geodesy at IIT Kanpur in 600 words (in one page), to the undersigned on or before September 25, 2024


Dr. Onkar Dikshit
Principal Investigator and Coordinator
National Centre for Geodesy
IIT Kanpur, Kanpur 208016
Tel: +91-512-259 7937 (O), Fax: +91-512-259 7395
Email: ncg@iitk.ac.in