Appointment of Project Research Assistant

Icts; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 350,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

The International Centre for Theoretical Sciences (ICTS) invites applications for a Project Research Assistant to work on the Indian Monsoon project at its Bengaluru campus. The role involves computational and theoretical work, including Markov Random Fields to extract patterns in physical quantities relevant to monsoon dynamics.

Applicants should hold a B.Tech in Chemical/Mechanical/Civil or MSc in Physics with strong computational experience and a solid record in nonlinear dynamics.

Qualifications

• B.Tech in Chemical/Mechanical/Civil or MSc in Physics is required.
• Research experience in scientific computation is essential.
• Experience solving fluid mechanical problems is essential.
• Strong academic record and familiarity with nonlinear dynamics.
• Interest in basic research and ability to commit one year.

Responsibilities

• Conduct computational and theoretical studies on the Indian Monsoon project.
• Utilize Markov Random Fields to identify patterns in physical quantities.
• Collaborate with researchers and report findings to the team.

Skills

B.Tech in Chemical

B.Tech in Mechanical

B.Tech in Civil

MSc in Physics

Scientific computation

Nonlinear dynamics

Atmosphere and ocean processes

Probability and stochastic processes

Education

B.Tech in Chemical / Mechanical / Civil or related subject

MSc in Physics or related subject

Job description

The International Centre for Theoretical Sciences (ICTS) of the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR), a premier research centre (an Autonomous, Grant-in-Aid Institution of the Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India), invites highly motivated and self-driven individuals for a walk-in recruitment for the post of Project Research Assistant to work on a project ‘Indian Monsoon’ at its Bangalore office. The candidates should have the following qualifications and experience:

Position

1. ProjectResearch
Assistant

B Tech in Chemical / Mechanical / Civil or related subject or M Sc in Physics or a related subject

Research experience in scientific computation is essential

In addition to coursework, research experience in solving fluid mechanical problems is essential

A very strong academic record

Familiarity with nonlinear dynamics and related topics

An interest in basic research and ability to commit one year to this project

Familiarity with atmosphere and ocean processes

Familiarity with probability and stochastic processes

Job Profile

The project offers excellent opportunities for fundamental research. The study will be computational and theoretical, and will involve the use of Markov Random Fields to obtain patterns in physical quantities relevant to the Indian monsoon. The ideal project assistant will be extremely strong academically, especially in mathematics and scientific computation.

Salary

Salary will be commensurate with the candidate's experience, qualification, potential and according to the Centre’s norms. The selected candidate will be required to join immediately.

Location

ICTS campus, Hesaraghatta, Bangalore (please report at the main reception on arrival).

Candidates may use the ICTS shuttles from the IISc or NCBS campus. The bus schedule is available on the ICTS website.

The Centre reserves the right not to fill any post herein advertised or fulfill more vacancies. Canvassing in any form shall disqualify the candidate.