The National Centre for Molecular Materials Research (NCMMR), Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) has been established by the Government of India as a specialized centre of excellence to promote the growth of R&D in, and exploit the application-potential of, Molecular Materials in the country. It is envisaged that NCMMR will become an internationally recognized centre of excellence in the design and development of novel functional molecular materials with a capacity to integrate the novel materials into devices and seed the development of high technology industry. It is also expected to focus on basic research, human resource development and transfer of intellectual knowledge in the area of molecular materials to industry to exploit its application potential.
NCMMR invites applications / nominations for the post of Director. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic leader with substantial experience and achievements in the area of molecular materials and with a clear vision for a new institution dedicated to this field of research in the country.
Post: Director
Scale of Pay: Rs. 67,000-79000 (HAG level) (annual increment @3%) with allowances as per Central Government Rules.
Mode of Recruitment: Direct Recruitment/Deputation/Contract.
Tenure: 3 to 5 years or on attaining the age of superannuation as per extant Government instructions (60 years at present), whichever is earlier.
Age: Not exceeding 56 years. The crucial date for determining the age limit shall be 01 July, 2014.
Qualifications:
Essential:
a) Doctorate in natural sciences/materials science/medical sciences/ Pharmacy/agricultural sciences/engineering/any other area relevant to molecular materials science and technology from a recognized university.
Desirable:
(i) Post-doctoral research
(ii) Original published work of high standard
(iii) Evidence of high professional eminence by way of recognitions like fellowship of academies, national/international awards in science etc.
(iv) Evidence of Patents/Technology-transfer.
Essential Experience for Direct Recruitment
(a) At least 20 years of experience in R&D in industrial and academic institutions and / or Science and Technology organizations or as faculty / scientist of recognized national/international universities / research institutes / corporate R&D Labs etc., out of which at least 4 years should be in managerial / administrative capacity for science & technology programmes, planning and development, budget & finance, coordination and such organizational matters.
(b) R&D experience in natural sciences/materials science/medical sciences/Pharmacy/agricultural sciences/engineering, with focus on materials and devices.
Eligibility criteria for Recruitment on Deputation / Contract
Scientists or Technologists working in the Central/State Governments/Universities/Recognized Research Institutions/Semi-Government, Statutory or Autonomous Organizations in India,
(a) (i) holding analogous post; or
(ii) 5 years regular service in the post carrying pay in the pay band of Rs.37400- 67000+Grade Pay of Rs.10,000/- or equivalent
(b) possessing the essential educational qualifications mentioned above and essential experience mentioned above for Direct Recruitment.
Job Description
(a) The Director will have the overall administrative control of the institute and will provide high-level leadership to the Centre in identification of research programmes and projects of national and international relevance in the area of molecular materials and related fields of research undertaken by the Centre. S/he will enthuse and motivate scientists of the Centre; promote creativity and excellence and create an atmosphere conducive to harmonious functioning of the institute. S/he will interact and establish rapport with national and international, academic and professional institutions and specialists dealing with the domain area of research in molecular materials and will ensure multi-disciplinary and multi-institutional cooperation towards fulfilment of the objectives of the Centre.
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(b) The Director will steer the Centre to become an internationally recognized centre of excellence in the design and development of novel functional molecular materials, with a capacity to integrate the novel materials into devices and seed the development of high technology industry.
Application/Nomination Process
Applications typed on plain paper in the formats I and II given below should be sent by post to “Dr. Praveer Asthana, Adviser/Scientist-G and Officer-on-Special-Duty NCMMR, Government of India, Department of Science and Technology, Technology Bhavan, New Mehrauli Road, New Delhi 110 016”, so as to reach this address by 08 December, 2014. (The last date of receipt of applications from candidates in Assam, Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Manipur, Nagaland, Tripura, Sikkim, Ladakh Division of Jammu and Kashmir State, Lahaul and Spiti District and Pangi Sub Division of Chamba District of Himachal Pradesh, Andaman and Nicobar Islands and Lakshadweep will be 23rd December, 2014.
In case of nominations, the eminent persons nominating a candidate may forward the candidate's application along with recommendations by post so as to reach the above address by 23rd December, 2014.
Persons employed in Government Departments, Autonomous Organizations and Public Sector Undertakings, should arrange to send their applications through proper channel. They may, however, send an advance copy so as to meet the time deadline mentioned above.
Duly attested photocopies of certificates in support of qualifications and experience should be sent with the application. Please do not send originals.
The envelope containing the application must be super scribed with "Application for the post of Director, NCMMR, Thiruvananthapuram"
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