Indian Institutes of Science Education and Research (IISERs) were established as autonomous institutes for higher education by the then Ministry of Human Resource Development(now Ministry of Education) Government of India, to promote high quality education and research in basic sciences. The first two institutes, under this initiative, were IISER Kolkata (IISER-K) and IISER Pune in 2006, followed by IISER Mohali in 2007, and IISER Bhopal and IISER Thiruvananthapuram in 2008, IISER Tirupati in 2015 and IISER Berhampur in 2016. One of the major objectives has been to integrate quality teaching with curiosity needed for state-of-the-art research. Teaching and research have both been very important components in the growth of IISERs.
Description
We require one Junior Research Fellow for plant functional trait research in a project titled ‘Investigating adaptive strategies of forest trees to temperature and water stress to inform climate-resilient forestation in central India’, funded by the Government of India. The JRF will carry out field research and analysis on plant functional traits in tree communities across a large climatic gradient in Madhya Pradesh. The JRF will be based at IISER Kolkata but will dedicate extensive time to fieldwork in the forests of Madhya Pradesh, followed by laboratory analysis at IISER Kolkata. Funding Agency: STARS- Ministry of Education, Government of India, New Delhi.
Position
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF) 01 Post
Eligibility
Position: Junior Research Fellow (JRF) 01 Post Essential Qualifications: Master’s degree in Botany/ Forestry/ Environmental Sciences/ Ecology/ Life Sciences with a strong knowledge and orientation in plant ecology or plant sciences. A minimum of one year of field research experience (excluding MSc/MTech dissertation) in plant ecology. Desirable Qualifications: Theoretical/experimental knowledge in plant physiology, wood wood anatomy, and leaf chemistry and leaf traits. The candidate must be physically fit to work in harsh arid/semi-arid conditions in tough terrain. The ability for field taxonomy of plants would be useful. Applicants who have qualified CSIR/UGC NET-LS and/or GATE will be preferred.
Minimum Monthly Remuneration
Duration and Salary: The employment will initially be for a period of 12 months, which may be extended based on the candidate’s performance. The selected candidates will be paid Rs. 31,000 + HRA as per rules.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are requested to send by email CV with personal and professional details, and which includes a statement of suitability for the position. Please also include scanned mark sheets, certificates, and proof of work experience. The email address is tecollab.iiserk@gmail.com. Include the subject line “Plant Trait JRF”
Important Date
Application Submission Deadline 25th December 2023, 11:59 pm
Job Location 🇮🇳
Indian Institute of Science Education And Research Kolkata, Mohanpur, Nadia – 741 246, West Bengal, India.
For Additional Information
Highlights
- Government Job Opportunity in Indian Institute of Science Education And Research Kolkata
- Monthly Salary Rs. 31,000 + HRA as per rules
- Job Opportunity for Master’s degree in Botany/ Forestry/ Environmental Sciences/ Ecology/ Life Sciences
🔖 Post Expires on 25th December 2023