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Academic Support
We are a family of dedicated professionals that assists in the growth and enrichment of each member.
Level: Full-Time Contractual Positions
Reporting to: Faculty Coordinators of the Courses
Duration of the Engagement: Tentatively from July 15, 2024 to October 11, 2024
Last date to apply: July 1, 2024
About us
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/ Studio Associates for the Foundation Programme will support the teaching-learning activities at the Foundation Programme Studios. On most days, the learning in the mornings will be via lectures and discussions, which the faculty will lead, while the Teaching Assistants will coordinate the activities in the afternoon. Teaching Assistants are required to attend the morning sessions and coordinate the afternoon sessions.
Responsibilities
Key Skills
Qualifications
We are seeking Teaching Assistants with any of the following qualifications:
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.
Online Interaction with the candidates will be tentatively on July 5, 2024, between 10 AM - 1 PM.
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/
Conduct experimental research, analyse data, write and publish manuscripts, write and apply for research grants and mentor PhD and undergraduate students.
Reporting to: Professor Ashim Rai
Duration: 36 months
Role Summary: Professor Ashim Rai’s lab in the Division of Biological and Life Sciences at Ahmedabad University is looking for a motivated and self-driven postdoctoral fellow to work on biophysics of Salmonella-host cytoskeleton interactions. The research project would be directed towards understanding the biophysical molecular mimicry mechanisms used by Salmonella pathogenic factors to hijack host cell cytoskeletal networks. The ideal candidate would have a PhD degree in biochemistry or biophysics and an experience in cytoskeletal biology would be highly desirable. The candidate would be expected to work using interdisciplinary methods that span reconstitution biology, fluorescence spectroscopy and DNA nanotechnology. An experience in fluorescence microscopy and spectroscopy is essential.
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.
Responsibilities
Key Skills
Qualification: PhD degree in Biochemistry or Biophysics with a demonstrated record of publication in high-impact peer reviewed journals.
How to apply: Interested candidates can apply by sending their CV and cover letter to Professor Ashim Rai by email on the email address [email protected]
Reporting to: Ashutosh Kumar, Associate Professor, School of Arts and Sciences
Duration
Role Summary: Co-delivery of Methotrexate and RELA siRNA using Nanoscale DNA Tetrahedrons and Folate Liposomes to Synergistically Target Synovial Macrophages in Rheumatoid Arthritis
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.
Responsibilities
Key Skills
Essential
Desirable
Qualification: PhD from a reputed University/Institute with an outstanding publications record in high-impact factor peer-reviewed journals.
How to apply: Interested candidates can apply by sending their CV and cover letter to Professor Ashutosh Kumar by email at [email protected]. Please do not forgot to mention the post applied for in the subject line of the email.
Ahmedabad University is seeking highly motivated and bright candidates for the position of Research Scientist II. The position is available for a duration of one year (may extend max up to three years based on the candidate’s performance) under the supervision of Professor Ashutosh Kumar. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with a PhD degree to contribute to research in the field of nano science and technology.
Reporting to: Ashutosh Kumar
Duration
Role Summary: Synergistic Chemotherapy and microRNA Intervention via Liposome-mediated Delivery System targeting HER2: A Comparative Study between miR155/Paclitaxel and miR145/Docetaxel Combinations against Drug-resistant Breast Cancer.
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.
Responsibilities
Key Skills
Essential
Desirable
Qualification: PhD from a reputed University/Institute with an outstanding publications record in high-impact factor peer-reviewed journals.
How to apply: Interested candidates can apply by sending their CV and cover letter to Professor Ashutosh Kumar by email at [email protected]. Please do not forgot to mention the post applied for in the subject line of the email.
Reporting to: Aditya Vaishya, Assistant Professor, School of Arts and Sciences
Duration: 6 months (June 1 - November 30, 2024)
Role Summary: The selected candidate will work on an Ahmedabad University funded project entitled “Climate understanding of dengue spread in urban landscapes”.
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.
Responsibilities: Field Work: Wild-mosquito collections from different location. Lab Work: Sample organisation and various analyses (biochemical and molecular)
Key Skills
Qualification: Masters in Biological Sciences with at least 60% or higher from a recognised university
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 line of your email: “PA Position-Dengue Project” by May 20, 2024. The 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. Shortlisted candidates will be informed about the date of interview by email.
Number of Vacancy: 1
Project Title: Monitoring reproductive strategies of marsh crocodile populations within Gujarat, an interdisciplinary approach using deep learning tools, behavioral observations, and non-invasive endocrine assay
Department: Biological and Life Sciences and School of Engineering and Applied Science, Ahmedabad University
Project Tenure: 3 years (based on a performance review)
Job Description: We are seeking a motivated and skilled Junior Research Fellow to join our team for an exciting project focused on developing an animal identification algorithm. The project involves processing drone footage of mugger crocodiles using deep learning techniques and deploying the algorithm on Android OS mobile devices. The candidate will also work on model compression and initial deployment on Jetson devices for experimentation.
Key responsibilities
If you are passionate about wildlife research and have the required skills, we encourage you to apply and contribute to this innovative project.
Refer to this link for more details
Essential Qualifications
Desired Skills
Age Limit: 28 years
Age relaxation: The upper age limit is relaxable up to 5 years in the case of candidates belonging to scheduled castes/tribes/OBC, women, and physically handicapped candidates.
Application process
Position: 1
Reporting to: Anamika Maurya, Assistant Professor, School of Engineering and Applied Science
Employment type: Full-time. Contractual. Can be renewed based on the performance of the candidate
Duration: 12 months (the duration of the candidate can be extended after their evaluation till 36 months; project associate can be converted to PhD scholar based on their performance in their first year tenure)
Level: Researcher
Title of the Project: Investigation of the influence of soft surface on the purely elastic instability of non- Newtonian fluids under the influence of different shear moduli
Investigators
Responsibilities: The project associate will work with rheometer to investigate the rheological behaviour of the fluid of interest. He/she will work rigorously and continuously in his/her tenure on the project in terms of laboratory set-up, assist the PI, be involved in building the experimental set-up validation, ensure smooth work flow, perform new experiments and meeting the deadline in terms of the proposed objectives. Except that he/she will prepare research progress reports and papers to disseminate the research accomplishments.
Key Skills
Qualifications: Bachelor’s/Master’s/PhD in chemical/mechanical/aerospace engineering or related discipline. Students from science backgrounds with master’s degrees in physics, polymer science, material science, or related disciplines are encouraged to apply for the same. Candidates with GATE/NET qualifications will be given preference.
How to apply: Interested Candidate is requested to apply with their updated CV and testimonials as a single PDF to reporting officer ([email protected]) by July 25, 2024. Candidate should write “Application for Project Staff Position” in the subject of the email. Last date for receipt of applications: July 25, 2024.
Shortlisted candidates will be informed through email regarding the date of interview. Mere possession does not guarantee an invitation to the interview. Candidates will be shortlisted based on their merit and as per the project requirement. The interview will be conducted through online mode.
Research Assistant- Reporting to: Jeemol Unni, Professor, and Sonal Yadav, Assistant Professor, Amrut Mody School of Management
Research Associate- Reporting to: Ravikiran Naik, Assistant Professor, FLAME University
Duration: Initially for 3 months, to be extended to 8 months based on the candidate’s performance. The position is temporary and contractual.
Location of Work
Title of Project: Digital Labour Platforms in India: Understanding Precarity and Empowerment
Sponsoring Agency: ICSSR Major Research Projects (2023-24)
Role Summary: Carrying out all project-related activities, review of literature, analysis of secondary data, collecting and analysing primary data, report writing.
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.
Responsibilities: Maintain project documentation, including expenditure statements, reports, and records; Travel, logistics, survey preparation, participating and supervising the fieldwork; Collaborate with the research team; Coordinate with local authorities to facilitate smooth data collection processes; Adhere to ethical guidelines and protocols for research involving human subjects; Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards during the course of field investigations.
Research Skills: Data collection and analysis, survey and interview skills, analysis of large secondary databases, report writing, presentation and communication skills. The candidates should have good familiarity with statistical software STATA and/or R programme. Familiarity with Python software would be appreciated.
Qualification for Research Associate: Postgraduate in a social science discipline, preferably Economics, with a minimum of 55% with NET/PhD/MPhil. Candidates with relevant skills and 2 years of research experience would be preferred.
Qualification for Research Assistant: Postgraduate in a social science discipline, preferably Economics, with a minimum of 55% with NET/PhD/MPhil.
How to apply: Interested applicants should send detailed CV with a covering letter, to the email: [email protected] and [email protected] with the subject line:
Reporting to: Jeemol Unni, Professor, and Sonal Yadav, Assistant Professor, Amrut Mody School of Management
Duration: 2 months. The position is temporary and contractual.
Location of Work
Title of Project: Digital Labour Platforms in India: Understanding Precarity and Empowerment
Sponsoring Agency: ICSSR Major Research Projects (2023-24)
Role Summary: Carrying out project-related activities and collecting data from the field. Coordinate with local authorities, to facilitate smooth data collection processes.
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.
Responsibilities: Maintain project documentation, including expenditure statements; Travel, logistics, and survey preparation; participate and supervise the fieldwork; identify and address challenges encountered during field investigations; Adhere to ethical guidelines and protocols for research involving human subjects; Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards during field investigations.
Key Skills
Qualification for Field Investigator: Postgraduate in a social science discipline with a minimum of 55%.
How to apply: Interested applicants should send detailed CV with a covering letter, to the email: [email protected] and [email protected] with the subject line: "Field Investigator Application for ICSSR Research Project’ on or before August 20, 2024"