National Institute of Advanced Studies, IISc Campus, Bangalore
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mandate to create leaders of substance and credibility in a variety of domains in India, and
to carry out in-depth, policy relevant research from a multi-disciplinary perspective, drawing
on a wide spectrum of disciplines in the humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences.
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line with the institution's mandate. Please visit our website (www.nias.res.in) for a
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The Animal Behavior and Cognition Programme invites applications from eligible candidates
for the following posts in a project (supported by DST-SERB) on the topic “Human-Primate
Conflict” under Prof. Sindhu Radhakrishna, School of Natural Sciences & Engineering,
National Institute of Advanced Studies, Indian Institute of Science Campus, Bangalore -
560012.
1. Junior Research Fellow
Qualifications & Experience Required: Post Graduate Degree in Basic Science with
NET/equivalent qualification or Graduate Degree in Professional Course with NET/GATE
equivalent qualification or Post Graduate Degree in Professional Course. Other exceptional
candidates and JEST/GATE, etc., qualified candidates are also encouraged to apply.
Desirable: Familiarity with behavioral observation, ethnographic data collection methods
and ecological field techniques.
Number of positions: 01
Emoluments: As per DST rules.
Tenure of the post: Initially for a period of one year which may be extended for a further
period subject to the candidate's satisfactory performance. The candidate selected for the
post would have the possibility of later registering for a PhD degree depending upon
satisfactory progress of work and fulfilment of the requirements for PhD registration. Such
students will work in NIAS and will be registered for the PhD degree either with the
University of Mysore or Manipal University.
2. Research Assistant
Qualifications & Experience Required: B.Sc or M.Sc degree in
Zoology/Biology/Environmental Science or a related subject.
Number of positions: 01
Emoluments: As per DST rules.
Tenure of the post: Initially for a period of one year which may be extended for a further
period subject to the candidate's satisfactory performance.
Interested and eligible candidates may apply for these positions by submitting their
completed resume, with names of three referees and list of publications (where applicable)
to: admin@nias.iisc.ernet.in . The applications should be addressed to:
Head, Administration
National Institute of Advanced Studies
IISC Campus, Bangalore – 560 012.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to NIAS for an interview.
Last date for submission of application: September 30, 2018.
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