A research position is available, on a temporary basis, in a sponsored project from Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO), entitled “Study of parametric sensitivity of water permeation in Fuel Cell Proton Exchange Membranes”.

Objective of the work: Development of Fuel Cell proton exchange membranes with specific objective to develop thermally stable and low hydrogen cross-over with high ionic conductivity

Desirability:
The work requires expertise and experience in polymer synthesis and their characterization with various instruments; thus, familiarity of use of several characterization techniques to characterize developed proton exchange membranes.

Post: Senior Project Associate
Salary Range: Rs. 12,000 – 1,200 – 24,000
[B. Tech. OR M. Sc. + 1 year experience]

Qualification:
B. Tech. OR M. Sc. + 1 year experience in Chemical Engineering, Polymer Chemistry, and Chemistry with aptitude in polymer synthesis and their characterization with various instruments. Higher starting salary may be considered for exceptionally qualified and experienced candidates. The appointment will be for six months (initially) and may be extended.

Persons desirous to work on this kind of project with proven qualities are requested to apply on plain paper, enclosing detailed resume and submit the same to the undersigned before July 20, 2013.

The department reserves the right to fix suitable criteria for short listing of eligible candidates satisfying qualifications and experience. Only short-listed candidates will accordingly be called for interview.
No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.

P.K. Bhattacharya
Professor, Principal Investigator
pkbhatta@iitk.ac.in
Phone: 0512-2597093; Fax: 0512-2590104