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Requires : Junior Research Fellows (JRFs) and Post-Doctoral Research Fellows (PDRFs) The Centre for Development Environment Policy (CDEP) at IIM Calcutta was established as a platform for interdisciplinary research, training and professional interaction in crucial policy issues related to development and environment. The CDEP is looking for a number of young and energetic professionals with deep interest in policy research related to development and environment, at both local and global levels. Job Description : Applications are invited for positions of Junior Research Fellow(s) and Post Doctoral Research Fellow(s). These are full-time positions with a consolidated stipend and a fixed 2-year term. The selected candidates will have the challenging task of undertaking collaborative research and help the CDEP faculty members in the publications and training activities in one or more of the following areas on which the Centre's activities are presently focussed. These areas are :
Minimum Qualification: For the position of the JRFs the minimum qualification is MA/MSC/M.Tech/MBA or equivalent, while for the PDRFs it is a doctorate. Those who have submitted doctoral thesis and expect to get the degree soon may also apply. Proven ability to undertake independent research and produce high quality publications would be preferable. Ability to use modern GIS techniques will be preferable. Compensation : The appointment of the JRFs and PDRFs would be made with a consolidated stipend. For the JRFs, the amount of the stipend will be fixed in the range of Rs. 7,000 to 9,000 per month. Candidates having only MA/MSc/M.Tech/MBA or equivalent qualifications will be eligible for a monthly stipend of Rs. 7,000. For candidates with better qualifications or proven research output, a higher stipend may be considered. In the case of the candidates for PDRFs, the amount of stipend will be fixed in the range of 12,000 to 17,000. Candidates with a fresh doctorate will be eligible for a monthly stipend of Rs. 12,000. For candidates with better qualifications, experiences and publications a higher stipend may be considered. On Campus Accommodation : Successful candidates will have the option of availing on campus accommodation in the post-graduate hostels at reasonable costs. the IIM Calcutta campus is located in a picturesque site on the Diamond Harbour Road at Joka near Calcutta. Positions will be filled up as soon as suitable candidates are found. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Send applications by mail or e-mail with CV, list of publications, research interests and names of 3 referees to : Prof. J. Bandyopadhyay Centre for Development and Environment Policy Indian Institute of Management PO Box 16757 Calcutta 700027 India Email : jayanta@iimcal.ac.in For further details, please refer to the Magazine : Down to Earth, Issue June 30th, 2000 |