Aryabhatta Research Institute of Observational Sciences (ARIES) Recruitment 2018 - Director [01 Post]

Aryabhatta Research Institute of Observational Sciences (ARIES)
Department of Science and Technology
Government of India
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Last date : 27.07.2018
Last date for North Eastern Candidates : 10.08.2018

ARIES invites applications from eligible individuals /nominations from eminent academic persons like fellows of prestigious national science academies, directors of national R&D laboratories and vice-chancellors of universities etc. for the post of Director, who will be an Indian National. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic leader with substantial experience and achievements in the area of astronomy/ astrophysics/physics, capable to fulfil the objectives of the institute and dedicated to these fields of research in the country. The Director will be appointed after obtaining the approval of the Competent Authority based on the recommendations made by a Search-cum-Selection Committee.

1. Name of Post : Director
No. of Post : 01

Age Limit : Not exceeding 56 years as on 1st July, 2018.

Scale of Pay : Level 16 of pay matrix under 7 CPC Rs. 2,05,400 (annual increment @ 3%) Rs. 2,44,000 (Old Pay Scale under 6 CPC HAG + Rs. 75,500 (annual increment @ 3%) Rs. 80,000). It may be noted that the Govt. of India has granted to this Institute only 70% of additional financial impact due to revision of pay under 7 CPC.

Mode of Recruitment : Direct Recruitment/Deputation including Short Term Contract/Re-employment.

Educational and other Qualifications :

Essential : Doctorate in Astronomy/Astrophysics/Physics.

Desirable :

(i) Post – doctoral research 

(ii) Original published work of high standard 

(iii) Evidence of high professional eminence by way of recognition like fellowship of academics, national/ international awards in science etc.

Essential experience for Direct Recruitment :

(a) At least 22 years of experience in R&D in industrial and academic institutions and/or Science and Technology organisations or as faculty/scientist of recognised national/international universities/research institutes/corporate R&D Labs etc., out of which at least 5 years should be in managerial/administrative capacity for science & technology programmes, planning and development, budget & finance, coordination and such organisational matters.

(b) R&D experience in the areas of Astronomy & Astrophysics and related subjects. [Note: The R&D experience will be counted after the Master's degree or equivalent including the Ph.D. period].

Essential experience for Recruitment on Deputation/Contract : In case of Recruitment by Deputation/Contract-Scientists or Technologists working in the Central/State Governments/Universities/Recognised Research Institutions/ Semi-Government, Statutory or Autonomous Organisations in India.

(a) (i) holding analogous post; or 

(ii) 2 years regular service at Scientist ‘H’ level in HAG scale of pay of Rs. 67000- 79000/- or equivalent or 

(iii) 6 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 above mentioned essential educational qualifications mentioned in section-F and essential experiences mentioned in section-G.

How to Apply : Applications typed on plain paper in the formats I and II given below should be sent by post to the following address, so as to reach this address by 27 July, 2018.

Address to send the Application Form :

“To the Registrar,

Aryabhatta Research Institute of Observational Sciences (ARIES),

Manora Peak,

Nainital, Uttarakhand,

India, 263001''

For the candidates from 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, the last date of receipt of applications will be 10 August, 2018.

Note : Self-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 superscribed with "Application for the post of Director, ARIES, Nainital, Uttarakhand".

For more details please visit Institute Website https://www.aries.res.in

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