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Post : Research Associate

Project title : National Centre for Photovoltaic Research and Education (NCPRE) Phase- II

Job Reference Number : 50115153

Essential Qualifications & Experience : Ph.D/MD/MS/MDS or equivalent degree or having 3 years of research, teaching and design and developement experience after MVSc/M.Pharm/ME/M.Tech with at least one research paper in Science Citation Indexed (SCI) journal

Job Profile:
Desirable: Excellent written and oral communications, and data analysis skills. Strong skills in collaboration and ability to work in an interdisciplinary environment. Must have sound knowledge in studies of polymeric systems used as encapsulant, front sheet, back sheet, wires and connectors, adhesives, sealants, and more.
1) Should conduct research extensively in various polymeric systems used in solar applications.
2) Should be able to understand and explain the degradation pathways of the different elements of a photovoltaic module.
3) Should be able to analyse and find out Polymeric materials possessing the excellent mechanical, thermal and electrical dynamics and factors developing the reliability of Photovoltaic devices..

Pay Details: Consolidated salary Rs.38000/- p.m. + 30% HRA

General information:
The position is temporary for a period of 1 year and tenable only for the duration of the project. The appointment is for time bound project and the candidate is required to work mainly for the successful completion of the project. The selection committee may offer lower or higher designation and lower or higher salary depending upon the experience and performance of the candidate in the interview.

Candidates called for interview will be required to attend at his/ her own expenses.

For any queries/clarification please contact: recruit@ircc.iitb.ac.in

Application End Date : 20.11.2019