The Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR), Bengaluru, is a deemed to be University and a premier research institute, established under the aegis of Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India, with the objective to pursue and promote scientific research and training at the highest level in the frontier and interdisciplinary areas of science and engineering.
Post : President
JNCASR invites applications/nominations, from eminent academicians/researchers with substantial experience and achievements in the areas of physical sciences/chemical sciences/life sciences/ any other related interdisciplinary area for the position of President.
Scale of Pay : Rs.2,25,000/-(fixed) ( 7th CPC)
Educational and other Qualifications : Essential : Doctorate in the area of physical sciences/chemical sciences/life sciences/any other related interdisciplinary area
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.
Experience :
For Direct Recruitment :
Essential : a. At least 25 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 6 years should be in managerial/administrative capacity for Science & Technology programmes, planning and development, budget & finance, coordination and such organization matters. This shall also include minimum 10 years of experience as Professor in a University system or ten years of experience in an equivalent position in a reputed research and/or academic administrative organization. b. R&D experience in the domain areas of research / activities undertaken by the institute such as physical sciences/ chemical sciences/life sciences/any other related interdisciplinary area.
c. R&D experience will include the Ph.D period.
For Deputation/Contract :
In case of Recruitment by 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) with one year regular service in the post in 75500-80000 Grade (HAG+) or equivalent or (iii) 3 years regular service in the post in the pay scale of Rs.67000-79000/-(HAG) or equivalent or (iv) 7 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 and experience as mentioned in the above paras.
Age Limit : Not exceeding 60 years as on January 01, 2024
Job Description : 1. The President will have the overall administrative control of the Institute and will provide high-level leadership to the Institute in identification of research programmes and projects of national and international relevance in various specialized fields of research undertaken by the Institute. He/She will enthuse and motivate scientists of the Institute; promote creativity and excellence and create an atmosphere conducive to harmonious functioning of the Institute. He/She will interact and establish rapport with national and international, academic and professional Institutions and specialists dealing with the domain area of research undertaken by the Institute and will ensure multidisciplinary and multi- institutional cooperation towards fulfillment of the objectives of the Institute.
2. She/he will be an eminent academic/researcher in the area of physical sciences/chemical sciences/life sciences/any other related interdisciplinary area.
Recruitment for the post of President shall be made by any of the following method(s) :
a. By Direct Recruitment
b. By Deputation, including short-term contract
c. Re-employment
Note
i. The Search-cum-Selection Committee shall also consider the applications and nominations received from Fellows of Academies, Directors of National Laboratories and Vice Chancellors of Universities etc.,
ii. The Committee can consider those who may not have applied for the post after considering all the applications and nominations and finding that no candidate is suitable.
iii. The Search-cum-Selection Committee can also invite a person of high repute for appointment.
iv. The Ministry/Search-cum-Selection Committee would formulate transparent criteria for short listing of candidates and for subsequent selection.
v. On the recommendations of the Search-cum-Selection Committee, the appointment of the candidate shall be made by the Governing Body with the approval /concurrence of Central Govt. (Deptt. of Science and Technology) and Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC), wherever applicable.
Tenure / Period of Deputation / Contract
As per the provisions of the UGC (Deemed to be Universities), Regulations 2010, as amended from time to time.
Extension in tenure/ deputation/contract period : The tenure/deputation/contract period can be extended, on recommendations of the Council of Management, by Central Government as per the extant instruction/procedure laid down by DoP&T and as per the provisions of the UGC (Deemed to be Universities) Regulations 2010, as amended from time to time.
Age of superannuation : The incumbent will be appointed on Direct Recruitment/Deputation basis, for a period of five years, or till he attains the age of 65 years, or until further orders, whichever is earlier, as per the Central Government Rules.
Probation period : One year
Application/Nomination Process : By post: In case of direct applications, the information in the attached formats I & II should be sent by post to the “Administrative Officer, Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research, Jakkur, Bengaluru 560 064” so as to reach this address by April 28, 2024. The cover containing the application must be superscribed as "Application for the post of President, Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR)."
The last date of receipt of the applications/nominations from candidates from Assam, Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Manipur, Nagaland, Tripura, Sikkim, Ladakh (UT), Lahaul and Spiti District and Pangi Sub Division of Chamba District of Himachal Pradesh, Andaman and Nicobar Islands and Lakshadweep will be May 13, 2024.
A copy of the application should be sent to the Chairperson, Council of Management, JNCASR by email to: chaircom@jncasr.ac.in
In case of nominations, the eminent persons nominating a candidate may forward the nominee’s application /Curriculum Vitae along with recommendations, consent of the nominee and duly attested photocopies of Doctorate and Master’s degree certificates in support of qualifications and experience by post to the “Administrative Officer, Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research, Jakkur, Bengaluru 560 064” so as to reach the above mentioned address latest by April 28, 2024. The cover containing the application must be superscribed as "Application for the post of President, Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR)." A copy of the application should be sent to the Chairperson, Council of Management, JNCASR by email to: chaircom@jncasr.ac.in
Persons employed in Government Departments, Autonomous Organizations and Public Sector Undertakings, should arrange to send their applications through proper channel along with No Objection Certificate/Cadre Clearance, Vigilance/Integrity Certificate. They may, however, send an advance copy so as to meet the time deadline mentioned above. The Candidates may clearly specify the preferred mode of appointment viz. either by Direct Recruitment or by Deputation or either one of these two. In case of appointment on Direct Recruitment basis, the candidate would be required to furnish consent for technical resignation from his/her substantive post in the parent organization.
Duly self-attested photocopies of certificates in support of qualifications and experiences should be sent with the application.
The envelope containing the application should be superscribed with “Application for the post of President, Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR)."
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