Applications are invited for the post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) in a SERB/DST funded research project entitled “Synthesis of pi-conjugated chromophores and material science related applications" EMR/2017/000520, under the supervision of Dr. Kamaljit Singh, Department of Chemistry, Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar 143005, Punjab. In the absence of a CSIR/UGC-NET/GATE passed applicant, project fellow may be appointed. The salary of the Project fellow shall be as per SERB/University rules.
Essential and Desirable Qualifications:
Master’s degree (with a minimum of 55% marks or equivalent grade) in Chemistry/Pharmaceutical Chemistry from a UGC recognized University. Good synthetic skills. Candidates with familiarity with organic synthesis will be preferred. Understanding of organic material characterisation techniques is desirable. Candidates with CSIR/UGC-NET/GATE shall be preferred and are encouraged to apply.
Duration of the Project: 3 Years (w.e.f 28th January 2020) Fellowship: As per DST norms, fellowship is ₹31,000/- p.m. plus HRA as permissible for first two years. There will be enhanced fellowship in the third year as ₹35,000/- p.m. plus HRA, subject to performance/evaluation. Eligible and interested candidates should send their application with a complete CV (having personal details, academic qualifications, research experience, publications, name, affiliation and email address of two referees). Also, send photocopies of marksheets/testimonials/certificates, a recent passport size photograph, and other relevant documents as PDF attachment via email (preferable) or hard copies by Speed Post to the below address. All documents should reach the address on or before 29th February 2020. Applicants shall be notified through e-mail (ONLY) about the date and place of interview. No TA/DA shall be paid for appearing in the interview. Address for correspondence: Dr. Kamaljit Singh, Professor Department of Chemistry, Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar – 143 005 Mobile: 9914006662 E-mail: kamaljit.chem@gndu.ac.in, kamaljit19in@yahoo.co.in