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Junior Research Fellow (JRF), School of Arts and Sciences, School of Engineering and Applied Science, Ahmedabad University

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 office_seas@ahduni.edu.in 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.

Laboratory Associate, School of Arts and Sciences

School: School of Arts and Sciences

Reporting to:  Laboratory Coordinators 

No. of Positions: 3

About the School: 

The School of Arts and Sciences at Ahmedabad University currently operates in all fields of Biological and Life Sciences, including nano biotechnology and related domains of environmental biotechnology, nano medicine, toxicity and safety assessment. The School of Arts and Sciences has divisions of Humanities and Languages, Mathematical and Physical Sciences, Performing and Visual Arts, and Social Sciences.

Role Summary: 

Involved in conducting lab courses of Integrated Master of Science (Life Sciences) Students.

Responsibilities: 

  • Assisting Laboratory coordinator, keeping Inventory and keep the assigned laboratory clean and organized. 
  • Conducting practicals in various laboratories, assisting with experiments by logging the details and setting up laboratory equipment
  • Clean and calibrate the equipment, measure compounds and prepare stock and working solutions for use, perform and offer help with experiments.
  • Responsible for recording the results and disposing of hazardous waste.

Key Skills:

Basic Laboratory skill in Microbiology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology and Molecular Biology and other associated domains of Life Sciences. Prior experience in teaching undergraduate courses of Life Sciences will be preferred but not mandatory. 

Qualification: 

MSc (Biochemistry/Microbiology/Molecular biology/Biotechnology/Microbiology/Life Sciences either Biology/Physics/Chemistry) with minimum 60 % marks from a recognised University.

Application Procedure:

The position is temporary and the appointment will be for one year only, extended based on performance. Shortlisted candidates will be informed through email. Curriculum Vitae (CV) should include details of academic grades starting from 10th standard onwards with year of passing, university or college, etc. and also work/teaching experience and nature of work, as applicable. Incomplete applications will be rejected. Final selection will be based on Interview by a recruitment Committee constituted at the Biological and Life Sciences division, School of Arts and Sciences, Ahmedabad University, Gujarat. Interested candidates can submit their application with their CV to email info.artsandsciences@ahduni.edu.in with the following text in the subject of your email: “Application for the Laboratory Associate 2021” by January 15, 2021.  

No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
 

Project Assistant

School: School of Arts and Sciences

Reporting to:  Dr Aditya Vaishya (Assistant Professor), Mathematical and Physical Sciences division

About the University/School/Centre: 

Ahmedabad University is a research-focussed University offering a unique academic and research environment where interdisciplinary and collaborative thinking is at its core. The School of Arts and Sciences at Ahmedabad University has five divisions: Biological and Life Sciences, Humanities and Languages, Mathematical and Physical Sciences, Performing and Visual Arts, and Social Sciences.

Role Summary: 

The selected candidate will work on an Ahmedabad University funded project titled “Atmospheric trace species composition over Ahmedabad based on a network of low-cost sensors, satellite remote sensing, and regional-scale modeling”.

Responsibilities: 

The project assistant will help in the identification of novel low-cost sensors used for atmospheric trace species measurements, their inter-comparison, and developmental aspects at the University. S/he may also be assigned tasks related to onsite and field measurements.

Key Skills:

Script programming (preferably in Matlab / Python / Octave,Graphical programming: LabVIEW, Microsoft Office package, Effective communication and coordination skills 

Qualification: 

MSc in Physics / Atmospheric Science; or BTech in Electronics/IT with first class (minimum 60%) from a recognised university.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates can submit their application with their curriculum vitae (CV) through email by writing to aditya.vaishya@ahduni.edu.in with the following text in the subject line of your email: “Application for LoCATSS Project” by January 20, 2021. 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 ‘Online interviews’ by email.

Teaching Assistant, Foundation Programme, Ahmedabad University

Level: Full Time Contractual Positions

Reporting to: Faculty Coordinators of the Courses

Duration of the Engagement The Foundation Programme will run from 1 March, 2020 – May 15, 2020.

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 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 in Architecture/Planning/Geography
  • BSc in Biology
  • BSc in Physics/Chemistry/Geology

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: undergraduate.college@ahduni.edu.in by 1 January 2021. Candidates must mention “Teaching Assistant for Foundation Course” in the subject line of the email. Applications received after 1 January 2021 will also be considered, after the in time applications are reviewed, till all the positions are filled.

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
Email: vanaja.shankar@ahduni.edu.in, Website: https://ahduni.edu.in/

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