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School of Social Sciences: The Department of Science & Technology (CCP & SPLICE), Govt of India Sponsored Project on the Himalayan Cryosphere: Science & Society.

School of Social Sciences: The Department of Science & Technology (CCP & SPLICE), Govt of India Sponsored Project on the Himalayan Cryosphere: Science & Society.

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JRF (A)/Research Associate (B)
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JAWAHARLAL NEHRU UNIVERSITY
Centre for the Study of Regional Development 
School of Social Sciences
New Delhi-110067


The Department of Science & Technology (CCP & SPLICE), Govt of India Sponsored Project on the Himalayan Cryosphere: Science & Society.

Applications were invited for the post of JRF (A)/Research Associate (B) (Purely Temporary) in the above project awarded to Dr. Milap Chand Sharma as the Principal Investigator.
The terms and conditions of the appointment are as under:

1. A) Essential Qualifications: M.A./M.Sc. Geography (with at least 55% marks) for JRF

2. B) Ph D. in Earth Surface Processes from a recognised University/Institution for RA.

3. B) Desirable: i) UGC/CSIR NET
ii) Thorough in field techniques & laboratory applications
iii) Proven ability to work in the High Altitudes Areas

4. Tenure: Up to March 2018

5. Remunerations: As per the DST Norms

Interested candidates may kindly apply with CV on or before Nov 05, 2016 to the following address: Dr. Milap Chand Sharma, Professor, Room No 119, CSRD/SSS, JNU New Delhi-110067 or Email to: milap@jnu.ac.in

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