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School of Environmental Sciences
Jawaharlal Nehru University
New Delhi- 110 067

Applications are invited on plain paper for the following post in an NCPOR-sponsored project, “Deciphering sediment transport pathways and provenance after 2011 Tohoku–Oki earthquake, Japan Trench ".

JRF: One post

Essential Qualification-: Candidate should have an M.Sc. degree in Geology/Applied Geology with a good academic record and experience in geological field work/lithological/structural mapping/sample analysis. The candidate should necessarily have qualified for the GATE/ CSIR-UGC NET or equivalent exam.

Desirable Qualification: Candidates with geological fieldwork/microscopy/geochemical analysis of rocks and sediments along with proficiency in GIS tools in addition to the above-mentioned essential qualifications would be preferred.

Salary: Rs. 37,000 + 30% HRA per month (OR as per DST norms).

Nature and tenure of the position: The position is purely temporary in nature and subject to the availability of funds. To undertake marine sample/data collection and detailed geological/geochemical analysis using field observations, geospatial techniques, or modelling, leading to publications. The position will terminate with the completion of the project (3 years from the date of sanction). However, if the fellow’s progress is unsatisfactory, he/she may be terminated from the project anytime.

How to apply:
1.    Hard copies of the applications duly signed by the candidate (consisting of a cover letter and detailed CV, including details of educational and research accomplishments and research experience) should reach the undersigned by hand or by post on or before 03rd  February 2025.
2.    Applicants must specifically mention in the CV: Name, date of birth, contact details, essential/technical/professional qualifications, and experience details.
3.    Short-listed candidates will be informed by email regarding the interview date/ time/ location.
4.    Interviews will be conducted in person only (No online interview requests will be entertained).
5.    No TA/DA will be paid.

Prof. Dhananjai Kumar Pandey (Principal Investigator)
Lab No. 211
School of Environmental Sciences
Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi-110067

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Initially, established as a Centre for Chinese and Japanese Studies, it subsequently grew to include Korean Studies as well. At present there are eight faculty members in the Centre. Several distinguished faculty who have now retired include the late Prof. Gargi Dutt, Prof. P.A.N. Murthy, Prof. G.P. Deshpande, Dr. Nranarayan Das, Prof. R.R. Krishnan and Prof. K.V. Kesavan. Besides, Dr. Madhu Bhalla served at the Centre in Chinese Studies Programme during 1994-2006. In addition, Ms. Kamlesh Jain and Dr. M. M. Kunju served the Centre as the Documentation Officers in Chinese and Japanese Studies respectively.

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