Applications are invited for the post of Project Associate to work on the sponsored SERB research project entitled “Characterization of the Frictional Properties and Seismic-Aseismic transitions in active faults of the Himalaya: An Experimental Investigation”. The position, which is temporary and contractual, is initially for one year and can be extended to two more years based on the performance of the candidate. The salary and other facilities will be as per the rule of the project and IIT Kanpur.

The essential qualification for the candidate is M. Sc. (or equivalent degree) in the field of Earth Sciences / Geology / Geological Sciences / Applied Geology / Geophysics. Experiences with laboratory scale rock deformation, rock physics and independence in geological field work is desirable.

Salary Range: Rs. 15000-1500-30000

Application must contain i) a cover letter, ii) a detailed CV (highlighting the candidate’s education, training and research interests) and iii) names of two referees with their e-mail addresses. The application may be send via e-mail with documents as attachments, to Mr. Rahul Kumar (kmrahul@iitk.ac.in) on or before 20th August 2017.

Santanu Misra (smisra@iitk.ac.in)
Principal Investigator
Department of Earth Sciences
IIT Kanpur