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Reporting to: Reporting to Professor R. Rangarajan (Professor, Division of Mathematical and Physical Sciences, School of Arts and Sciences) and Professor G Goswami (Assistant Professor, School of Engineering and Applied Science) under the project Cosmological dark matter, primordial black holes, Bose-Einstein condensates, and charge asymmetry of the Universe.
School: School of Arts and Sciences
School: School of Engineering and Applied Science
Duration of the Engagement One year and extendable up to July 2022 based on annual performance review. This position is coterminous with the project.
No. of Positions: 1
About the School of Engineering and Applied Science, the School of Arts and Sciences
Collectively, the School of Arts and Sciences and the School of Engineering and Applied Science have experts in a very wide range of academic disciplines. In particular, both Schools together have physicists and mathematicians working on various different areas of physics (nonlinear dynamics, fractional calculus, fluid mechanics, renewable energy technology, atmospheric science, particle physics, cosmology, string theory) as well as mathematics (topology, differential geometry).
Role Summary
The project is sponsored by Department of Science and Technology, Government of India under Indo-Russian Call for Joint Proposals. The JRF will contribute to the various calculations related to (a) formation of primordial black holes, their observational imprints, and implications for the physics of the early universe, (b) Axions and axion-like particles, their possible role in structure formation, and novel ideas for detecting them, and, (c) generation of charge asymmetry in the early Universe.
Responsibilities
- Support in various ongoing research activities in the project,
- Assist with various academic and research activities including ordering and maintenance of project related equipment and consumables, progress report writing, and maintaining project finances,
- Visit Saha Institute of Nuclear Physics, Kolkata, India as well as Laboratory of Cosmology and Elementary Particle Physics, Novosibirsk State University, Novosibirsk, Russia, for collaborative research activities.
Key Skills
- Required: candidates are expected to be well-versed with various topics in mathematical physics (linear algebra, multivariable calculus, complex analysis, Fourier analysis etc),
- Candidates having a very good understanding of the fundamentals of classical field theory and with some familiarity with general relativity and quantum field theory are encouraged to apply,
- Prior experience with cosmology of the early Universe is desirable.
Qualifications
The candidate must have completed a Masters degree in physics.
How to Apply
Interested candidates can submit their application with their curriculum vitae (CV) through email by writing to [email protected] with the following text in the subject of your email: “Application for DST Project” by 12:00 noon, November 18, 2019. CV should include details of academic record starting from 10th standard onwards with details of year of passing, university/college, etc. and also work experience and nature of work if applicable. Name and contact details of two referees must also be included in the CV. Incomplete applications will be rejected. Shortlisted candidates will be informed for the date of interview by phone/email. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
Level: Full-Time Contractual Positions
Reporting to: Faculty Coordinators of the Courses
Duration of the Engagement: Tentatively from February 27, 2023 to Mid May, 2023
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Foundation Programme
Undergraduate students go through a Foundation Programme in their first year. This includes four interdisciplinary and immersive 4-week courses in the Studio format, referred to as Thematic Studios, on Democracy and Justice, Environment and Climate Change, Neighbourhoods and Water. For each of these Studios we seek Teaching Assistants.
Role Summary
The Teaching Assistants for the Foundation Programme will support the teaching-learning activities at the Foundation Programme courses. On most days the learning in the mornings will be via lectures and discussions which will be led by the faculty while the activities in the afternoon will be coordinated by the Teaching Assistants. Teaching Assistants are required to attend the morning sessions as well as coordinate the afternoon sessions.
Responsibilities
- Assist the faculty members in developing / improving the course material, as needed.
- Guide the students during the activities sessions
- Identify the learning gap and facilitate the interactions for a better understanding of the concepts/course requirements
- Assist the faculty members in managing and assessing the evaluation components like assignments/presentations, class participation and projects
- Support the faculty members in handling classroom discipline
- Inform the faculty members about the students’ progress and follow it up in case of any action required
- Keep a record of the attendance during the day
- Any other tasks as assigned by the faculty members
Key Skills
- Proficiency in English and effective communication skills
- Must be learning enthusiasts and student friendly
- Proficiency in use of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel
- Some experience in college-level research, including knowledge of citing, referencing, annotating, etc. is desirable
- Any prior experience/exposure to teaching is desirable
Qualifications
We are seeking Teaching Assistants with any of the following qualifications:
- BA/BCom/BBA
- MA/MCom/MBA
- Bachelors/Masters in Architecture/Planning/Geography
- BSc/MSc
Teaching Assistants will be remunerated commensurate with their qualifications.
How to Apply
The updated CV with full contact details must be received via email to the Office of the Dean of the Undergraduate College at the email id: [email protected]. Candidates must mention “Teaching Assistant for Foundation Course” in the subject line of the email.
Date of Online Interview will be communicated to the shortlisted candidates only.
Address for Correspondence:
Office of The Dean of the Undergraduate College, Room 232, GICT Building
Ahmedabad University, Navrangpura
Ahmedabad-380009, Gujarat, India
Website: https://ahduni.edu.in/
Reporting to: Professor Mehul S Raval
Role Summary: Carry out the research work on GUJCOST sponsored Semantic Person Retrieval in Surveillance
About Us: Ahmedabad University is a private, non-profit University that offers students a liberal education with a focus on research-driven and project-based learning. https://www.ahduni.edu.in/
Responsibilities:
- Carry out research work of the collaborative research project on “Semantic Person Retrieval in Surveillance as directed by the PI and CoPI
- Carry out research partly at PDEU, Gandhinagar as and when required.
- Keep and maintain the record of the results in presentable form (Soft as well as hard copy).
- Keep a track of contingencies/consumables required for the work.
- Assist the PI and CoPI in preparation of various reports related to the research work.
- Carryout any other project work as directed by PI.
Key Skills:
- Strong Mathematical foundation.
- Sound programming skills preferably in Python.
- Capable of developing framework using Deep learning open source libraries.
- Have some exposure to image processing, Computer Vision and Machine Learning.
- Be curious about the problem.
Qualifications: BE/BTech/ME/MTech in Computer Science / Information Technology / Electronics and Communication Engineering / ICT)/ MSc in (Computer Science/Information Technology/Data Science/ICT) / MCA
How to Apply: The candidate may contact [email protected] in case of any questions or queries about the project. It is a rolling advertisement and will remain open till the post is not filled.
Last Date of application for this cycle: 18.06.2022
Interview date: Last week of June 2022 / First week of July 2022.
The relevant details will be informed over email to the shortlisted candidates.
No. of Positions: 1
Reporting to: Professor Raghwinder Singh Grewal (Assistant Professor, Mathematical and Physical Sciences) under the project “Development of a Free-Induction-Decay Atomic Magnetometer for Geomagnetic Applications” (File No. SRG/2022/000322).
Duration: 1 year and extendable up to a maximum of one more year based on annual performance review. This position is co-terminus with the project. The total duration of the project is two years.
About the School of Arts and Sciences: The School of Arts and Sciences at Ahmedabad University currently operates in different fields of Mathematical and Physical Sciences, including theoretical and experimental Physics, and all field of Pure Mathematics, Applied Physics and Statistics. The School of Arts and Sciences has other divisions in Biological and Life Sciences, Humanities and Languages, Performing and Visual Arts, and Social Sciences also.
Role Summary: The project is sponsored by DST-SERB, India. The JRF will work at Mathematical and Physical Sciences, School of Arts and Sciences, Ahmedabad University to build an atomic magnetometer based on the free-induction decay of atomic spins. The research will also require performing some experiments at collaborating institute Physical Research Laboratory (PRL), Ahmedabad.
Responsibilities:
- Support in various ongoing research activities in the laboratory.
- Assist with various academic and research activities including identifying key components for the development of the lab, designing and setting up laboratory experiments, ordering and maintenance of project equipment, progress report/manuscript writing.
- Hired personnel may have to train/teach undergraduate and graduate students for day-to-day research activities.>
Key Skills:
- Candidates having background in atomic and molecular physics, nonlinear optics, quantum optics are encouraged to apply. The project requires basic understanding of light-matter interaction.
- Prior experience of working with lasers, and various signal processing devices (oscilloscope, photo detector, function generator, lock in amplifier, etc) is highly desirable.
Qualification: The candidate must have completed master’s degree in physics with some research experience of working in a research laboratory. NET and GATE qualified candidates are also encouraged to apply.
How to Apply: Interested candidates can submit their application with their curriculum vitae (CV) through email by writing to [email protected] with the following text in the subject of your email: “Application for JRF-SERB RSG Project” by January 25, 2023. CV should include details of academic grades starting from 10th standard onwards with details of year of passing, university/college, etc. and work experience and nature of work if applicable. Name and contact details of two referees must also be included in the CV. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Shortlisted candidates will be informed for the date of interview by phone/email. Interview will be conducted in hybrid mode and no TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview offline.
Reporting to: Professor Vivek Tanavde
Role Summary: Managing the Imaging and Cytometry Facility at Ahmedabad University
About us: The School of Arts and Sciences has five divisions: Humanities and Languages, Social Sciences, Mathematical and Physical Sciences, Biological and Life Sciences and Performing and Visual Arts. Biological and Life Sciences currently operates in the area of nanotechnology, bioinformatics, stem cells, cancer biology, ecology, microbiology, parasitology, plant biology, infectious disease and evolutionary biology.
Responsibilities:
- Assisting in setting up the Imaging and Cytometry Facility at Ahmedabad University funded under the DBT SAHAJ grant.
- Daily maintenance and appropriate calibration of instruments housed in the Imaging and Cytometry Facility.
- Assisting internal and external users of the facility in sample processing, acquisition and data analysis.
- Participate in training workshops organised to train users in the use of imaging and cytometry instruments.
- Managing reagents purchase and maintenance of accounts related to the facility.
Key Skills:
- Experience in cell sorting and flow cytometry or imaging preferred but not required.
- Good and effective communication skills in English.
- Good laboratory management skills.
- Prior experience in teaching laboratory modules is desirable.
Qualification: MSc (any area of Biochemistry/Microbiology/Molecular biology/Biotechnology/Microbiology/Life Sciences either Biology/Physics/Chemistry). Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree with minimum 5 years’ experience in flow cytometry will also be considered.
How to Apply:
The position is temporary and the appointment will be for one year only, extended based on performance. Shortlisted candidates will be informed through email. CV should include details of academic grades starting from 10th standard onwards with details of year of passing, university or college, etc and also work experience and nature of work if applicable. Incomplete applications will be rejected. Interested candidates can submit their application with their curriculum vitae to email [email protected] with the following text in the subject of your email: Application for the position of Project Associate-1 by February 28, 2023. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.