The Defence Institute of Advanced Technology (DIAT), a deemed university under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India, is inviting applications for the positions of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) and Senior Research Fellow (SRF) in the Department of Applied Physics. The recruitment is for a research project titled “Investigation of Laser-Assisted Photoacoustic Wave Generation for Underwater Communication.”

Vacancy Details

• Advertisement No.: 41-2024/JRF/SRF/DIAT (DU)
• Location: Girinagar, Pune – 411 025
• Last Date for Application: 21st October 2024

Position and Eligibility Criteria

Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

• No. of Posts: 02
• Educational Qualifications: Candidates should have an MSc/M.Tech/ME in relevant fields such as Physics, Electronics, Applied Physics, or equivalent, along with a valid NET/GATE score. Desirable qualifications include knowledge in FPGA Programming, DSP, Optical System Designing, and hands-on experience in working with optics or communication systems. Candidates without GATE/NET may also apply and will be designated as Project Associates with a consolidated stipend of ₹25,000 to ₹28,000 per month based on experience.
• Upper Age Limit: Not exceeding 28 years.
• Monthly Stipend: ₹37,000 + 30% HRA per month.
• Tenure: The position is temporary for a period of 2 years or co-terminus with the project, whichever is earlier.

Senior Research Fellow (SRF)

• No. of Posts: 01
• Educational Qualifications: Candidates should have an MSc/M.Tech/ME in relevant fields with a valid NET/GATE score. A minimum of 2 years of research, teaching, or industrial experience in the area of laser and photonics is mandatory for this position.
• Upper Age Limit: Not exceeding 30 years.
• Monthly Stipend: ₹42,000 + 30% HRA per month.
• Tenure: The position is temporary for a period of 2 years or co-terminus with the project, whichever is earlier.

Key Points

1. Application Submission: Interested candidates must submit a signed bio-data, application form (available on the DIAT website), proof of date of birth, and relevant educational documents to ddhirhe@diat.ac.in in PDF format by 21st October 2024.
2. Interview Process: Candidates will be shortlisted based on project suitability and will be informed via email. Interviews may be conducted in-person or via video conferencing.
3. Benefits: Selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend and may be provided with hostel accommodation on a payment basis. Medical facilities are available.
4. Ph.D. Registration: Recruited fellows are encouraged to register for a Ph.D. through DIAT norms.
5. Terms of Employment: The positions are temporary, and the selected candidates must join immediately upon receiving the offer letter.
6. Contact Information: For any clarifications, candidates can contact Dr. Devnath Dhirhe, Principal Investigator, at (020) 24604498.

Application Links

• DIAT Official Website
• Download official notification