CeNSE strongly encourages women faculty candidates to apply.

We invite applications for faculty positions. The candidates should have an excellent academic and research record with at least 3 years post-PhD research experience. We pursue interdisciplinary research across several disciplines with a focus on materials, devices and systems for (a) Nanoelectronics and photonics, (b) Lab-on-chip and biomedical devices, (c) Photovoltaics and energy storage systems, (d) Sensor systems, integration and packaging. We seek candidates in the existing areas of research and the following. a) Materials Scientists or solid-state chemists with a background in structure property correlations. Expertise in oxides will be an added advantage; b) Meta Materials; c) Nano-bio technology; d) Neuromorphic devices; e) Transmission Electron Microscopy of device structures; f) Molecular Electronics; g) Additive Manufacturing; h) Energy Storage. The applications with a detailed CV, research and teaching plan and list of references should be sent to fsc.cense@iisc.ac.in with a copy to fsc.cense@gmail.com.

Please prepare your application packet as per the format provide at  https://www.iisc.ac.in/positions-open

Detailed information for prospective faculty candidates

1. Advertisement from institute: Visit  https://www.iisc.ac.in/positions-open/
2. The prospective faculty application process.
   1. Short listed candidates are invited to give a seminar and a one to two day long interaction with the faculty.
   2. CeNSE faculty then discuss the candidature and make a decision on whether or not to recommend hiring of the applicant as a faculty to the Institute. These decisions to short list and recommend are based on multiple factors that include the long term plans of the Centre and the area of expertise of the candidate. They are by no means a reflection on the quality of the candidate's curriculum vitae.
   3. The Institute then appoints a committee with two external members, the Chairperson of CeNSE, The Faculty Search Committee Chairperson and the Director of the Institute. The candidate is required to appear for an interview in front of this committee either personally or through video conferencing.
   4. If approved by this committee, the decision is sent to the Institute council for a final approval. A letter is then issued to the candidates by the Institute council. The process of hiring takes about 3 to 6 months. CeNSE is aware of the stress involved during such times and we keep in constant touch with the candidate. Candidates are also welcome to check on the status of the application by writing to us.
3. It is recommended that prospective faculty plan on joining CeNSE in the months of April or November. This is because the student hiring process happens in June and December. That way the new faculty members can get started with the academic process of guiding students and hence their research soon after joining without wasting much time.
4. While it is understood that prospective faculty members are typically very deeply involved in a particular specialized area of research, they are expected to demonstrate in depth understanding in an associated generic area. This would also be the area in which their ability to teach a course will be evaluated.
5. At the presentation, typically 60 minutes including discussions, prospective faculty members are requested to spend time demonstrating their depth of knowledge in the generic area while talking about the specialization. They can also consider briefly discussing (1-2 slides) if whether their expertise can complement current CeNSE research, be of relevance to India (not mandatory) and what their teaching plans might be (1 slide).
6. CeNSE is home to a world class device fabrication clean room and a micro and Nano characterization facility. Information can be found at www.cense.iisc.ac.in on these facilities. Faculty candidates are encouraged to arrive in CeNSE a day prior to their presentation so that they can visit and get a first hand feel for the experimental facilities here. During their talk and interaction, they are encouraged to discuss as to how they would leverage the existing facilities for their planned research.
7. Faculty members are also encouraged to give thought to 
   1. their requirement for short term and long term funding and infrastructure so that it can be discussed during the visit.
   2. their plans on relocating to India.
8. The research proposal should have a clearly identified short term (~ 3-5 years) plan along with a long term vision (beyond 5 years) on what the candidate wishes to achieve in her/his research. Please highlight how the proposed research program (both short and long term) is different from what is going on worldwide. In addition, the candidate is encouraged to mention a new research direction that she/he has not worked on in the past, but may want to pursue in future.

Immediate opening available for Project Assistant position to work in the area 2D material based NEMS

Qualifications and Requirements for the candidate::

• M.Sc./B.Tech. degree in Physics/ECE/Mechanical engineering
• Familiarization with Labview/Matlab
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Expertise in fabrication processes would be desirable

Responsibilities :

• Fabricate 2D material based NEMS devices in cleanroom
• Ultra-low noise measurements on these devices

Interested candidate can send the resume to anaik(at)iisc(dot)ac(dot)in with subject : “Project Assistant NEMS”.

The National Nanofabrication Centre, Centre for Nanoscience and Engineering is inviting applications for the position of Electron Beam Lithography (EBL) Technologist to be a part of Cleanroom operations. The position will be reporting to the Technology Manager in charge of Lithography bay.

Responsibilities:

• Operating, developing processes, and providing training on EBL
• The technologist provides expert guidance to users on the materials, processes and techniques
• The technologist continually develops new processes to attract and serve both internal and external users.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in physics, engineering, or related field, Ph.D preferred
• Minimum 2 years of experience on EBL equipment and processes.
• In-depth knowledge of the fundamentals as well as recent advances in the applications of EBL
• Extensive hands-on experience with Raith EBL systems preferred.
• Understanding of EBL hardware and software.
• Strong in troubleshooting skills, attention to detail, persistence, follow through, and the ability to work independently.
• Enthusiastic, self-motivated with strong communication skills and personal work ethic
• Ability to work collaboratively with a wide variety of personnel at multiple levels of expertise.
• Ability to prioritize and organize work, analyze and solve problems.
• Broad micro and nano fabrication experience in terms of process development, device fabrication and equipment operation/maintenance/repair.

Employment & Remuneration:

Contractual employment with consolidated pay commensurate with qualification and experience.

Interested candidates may apply online by sending their resumes to nnfc.cense@iisc.ac.in on or before 31st July 2019

There is an immediate requirement in Photonics Research Lab (http://www.cense.iisc.ernet.in/shankarks/) for a project assistant in the area of micro and nano-fabrication and characterization of photonic integrated circuits. The applicant must have MSc/ME/MTech or equivalent degrees with sufficient knowledge in fabrication techniques else strongly motivated to learn. Candidates with hands-on experience in using fabrication tools such as lithography, dry etching and deposition are encouraged to apply though not mandatory. We look for a candidate with good communication skills. Interest candidates can email their CVs to  prlposition@iisc.ac.in

Additional details: Duration of the positon is one year. Remuneration as per UGC norms. Campus housing is not provided for the position.

Senior Research Fellow (SRF)

There is an immediate requirement in Photonics Research Lab (http://www.cense.iisc.ernet.in/shankarks/) for a Senior Research Fellow (SRF) in the area of micro and nano-fabrication and characterization of photonic integrated circuits.

• The applicant must have MSc/ME/MTech or equivalent degrees in Physics/Electronics/Optical Communication with at least two years of experience in the relevant area. Adequate knowledge in fabrication techniques is required.
• Applicants with hands-on experience in using fabrication tools such as e-beam/optical lithography and dry etching are encouraged to apply.
• We look for candidates with good communication skill in English.
• The Position is for one year with an initial 4 months as probation period and extendable beyond one year based on the performance.
• Remuneration as per DST norms. Campus housing is not provided for the position.
• Candidates without the required criteria need not apply.
• Tentative start date 1^st September 2019.
• Last date for application 31^st July 2019.
• Interest candidates can email their CVs to prlposition@iisc.ac.in with Subject [SRF_PRL2019_Name].
• Short listed candidates might be called for an interview at CeNSE, IISc, Bangalore.

Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

There is an immediate requirement in Photonics Research Lab (http://www.cense.iisc.ernet.in/shankarks/) for a Junior Research Fellow (JRF) in the area of photonic integrated circuits.

• The applicant must have MSc/ME/MTech or equivalent degrees in the Physics, Electronic and Communication, Optical Communication, Applied Electronics, and Microwave. Adequate knowledge in micro and nano-fabrication techniques is desirable; however, not mandatory.
• Applicants with MSc must be NET/GATE qualifies.
• Candidates with hands-on experience in using fabrication tools such as e-beam/optical lithography and dry etching are encouraged to apply.
• We look for a candidate with good communication skills in English.
• The Position is for one year with an initial 4 month as probation period and extendable beyond one year based on the performance
• Remuneration as per DST norms. Campus housing is not provided for the position.
• Tentative start date 1^st September 2019.
• Last date for application 31^st July 2019.
• Interest candidates can email their CVs to prlposition@iisc.ac.in with Subject [JRF_PRL2019_Name].
• Short listed candidates might be called for an interview at CeNSE, IISc, Bangalore.

Project Assistant Position

There is an immediate requirement in Photonics Research Lab (http://www.cense.iisc.ernet.in/shankarks/) for a project assistant in the area of design and simulation of photonic integrated circuits.

• The applicant must have B.E./B.Tech./M.Sc./M.E./M.Tech. or equivalent degrees with sufficient knowledge in Electromagnetics, guided wave optics-fibre optics.
• Hands on experience in using EM, FDTD, and FEM based photonic design and simulation tools is an added advantage.
• We look for candidate with good communication skills.
• The Position is for one year with 4 month probation period and extendable beyond one year based on the performance.
• Remuneration as per candidates’ qualification and experience in the area.
• Campus housing is not provided for the position.
• Interest candidates can email their CVs to prlposition@iisc.ac.in with Subject [PAT_PRL2015_name].

Position available:  Project Assistant/Intern to work in the area of Microfludics based point-of-Care Diagnostics.

Project: “Ultrathin 2D Nanomaterials Based Biosensor for Multiplexed Detection of Breast Cancer Biomarkers” The Project is funded under DST-INSPIRE faculty scheme.

Qualification: M.Sc./M.Tech/B.Tech in Biotechnology/Nanotechnology/Material science/ Biomedical/Chemistry/Chemical engineering or relevant field.

Desirable: The candidate is expected to have some exposure to biosensor and material characterization techniques. Any exposure to clean room will be an added bonus and long term commitment (at least 1 year) is necessary.

Fellowship: As per IISc norms.

Contact: Saurabh Kumar, DST-INSPIRE Faculty, Centre for Nano Science and Engineering (CeNSE), IISc-Bangalore. Interested candidate can send resume to saurabhkumar1@iisc.ac.in before 31^st May 2019.

Background:

The Govt. of Karnataka has approved the Centre for Nano Science and Engineering (CeNSE) at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) to set up a Technology Business Incubator (TBI). Towards that, there is a need for a Manager to setup and lead the Technology Business Incubation Initiative at CeNSE.

CeNSE has a unique, deep rooted nanoscience and technology based hardware/software ecosystem originating in one of India’s best academic organization, i.e., IISc. To take some of the major R&D results, and help “technology-translate” various strategic initiatives, CeNSE is setting up the TBI to help put academic achievements on a fast track towards building start-ups and taking technology to the markets and potential customers.

Job Brief:

Work with CeNSE leadership to manage business aspects of the TBI that includes giving operational directions and forming a team for execution, along with an ability to take appropriate actions in order to ensure that the goals of the TBI are met.

Responsibilities:

• · Overseeing all operations and business activities to ensure they produce the desired results and are consistent with the overall strategy and goals of the TBI
• · Ensuring compliances in running the programs in sync with IISc. administration and Govt. of Karnataka
• · Enforce adherence to legal guidelines and in-house policies to maintain the centre’s legality and business ethics
• · Prepare and review financial and non-financial report

Desired Qualifications and Experience:

1. Experience of interfacing with industry, delivering technologies and products.
2. Experience of working in academic institutions in India
3. Familiarity with diverse functions such as operations, program management, interfacing with Govt, PR, Finance, etc.
4. An entrepreneurial mind-set with experience in working with start-ups or incubating ecosystem
5. Preferably PhD/Masters in Science/Engineering

Employment & Remuneration:

Contractual employment with consolidated pay commensurate with qualification and experience

Application:

Please send your complete CV (PDF only) by email to: prosenjits@iisc.ac.in

With the subject line: “Application for opening at TBI, CeNSE”. Your application must reach before 5 pm 31st May, 2019.

The National Nanofabrication Centre, Centre for Nanoscience and Engineering is inviting applications for the position of Technology Manager to be a part of Cleanroom operations. The Technology manager will be responsible for the deposition facilities and will manage facility personnel, new process development, training and consumable requirements. The technology manager will also be required to give inputs for external and student projects as required and be an active part of the equipment maintenance. The Technology manager will be reporting to the Chief Operating Officer.

Specific duties include

• Guide a team of engineers working on operating and maintaining chemical vapour deposition and physical vapour deposition systems at NNFC
• Guide a team of engineers maintaining wet etch and chemical clean systems
• Ensure that training schedules, SOP and tool monitoring trends on the tools are maintained
• Work with bay managers to ensure consumable availability
• Develop new processes as an when required for external and internal projects and also actively work to improve tool and personnel capabilities

Minimum Qualifications:

• Masters in Science or Engineering with strong domain experience in a cleanroom facility.
• Experience in developing and visualizing process flows.
• Familiarity with characterization equipment’s including microscopy and metrology

Employment & Remuneration:

• Contractual employment with consolidated pay commensurate with qualification and experience. For deserving and qualified candidates, a starting salary of 70,000/month will be offered.

Please send your resume (PDF only) electronically to: nnfc.cense@iisc.ac.in to reach us before December 31st, 2018.

National Nanofabrication Centre Internship Programme . more info..

Looking for a Project Associate with strong interest in functional oxide devices. Candidates must have experience in fabricating oxide devices using pulse-laser deposition. Experience with ferroelectric devices is a plus. Ideal candidate will have background in Electronics Engineering, Physics or Materials Science. The goal of the project is to demonstrate next-gen memory pixels using ferroelectric tunnel junctions.

Interested candidates should send their C. V. to savasthi@iisc.ac.in.

Immediate opening for Postdoctoral fellow position is available to work on Biosensors. The duration of the position can be upto 2 years, subject to satisfactory performance. Candidate should be willing to design the experiments based on project requirement, work in a multidisciplinary group interacting with Biologists, Chemists, Engineers and Clinicians. Candidate should be familiar in handling biological samples such as  blood and urine. Interested candidates can send their detailed CV to navakant@iisc.ac.in with a copy to navakant@gmail.com. The subject line of the email should be "Biosensors Postdoc Position".

Desired qualifications:  PhD in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biotechnology with previous degree in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biotechnology.

Skill sets required: Good understanding of Protein Chemistry, Enzymology, Electrochemistry, Protein Glycation, Mass spectroscopy, UV Spectroscopy, Cell culture.

Candidates with excellent academic and research record are encouraged to submit applications for the following industry sponsored postdoctoral positions. Applications will be encouraged throughout the year based on availability of positions (Unilever Postdoctoral Fellow IBM Postdoctoral Fellow). CeNSE is a platform for interdisciplinary research across several disciplines with focus on micro-nanoscale science and engineering. Applicants from all research fields relevant to micro-nanoscale science and engineering are encouraged to apply. The research topics are not tied to the interests of the sponsors and will be entirely decided by the fellow and the faculty. The applications for the postdoctoral positions including detailed CV, research plan, publications and list of references should be sent to pdoc@cense.iisc.ernet.in with a copy to pdoc.cense@gmail.com. Incentives offered Rs. 4 Lakhs / annum in salary + Rs. 1 Lakh / annum contingency. Research facility usage and supplies up to Rs. 10 Lakhs / annum.

Qualifications: M.Sc. in life sciences. The candidate must have proven experience in mammalian cell culture (preferably primary cell culture). Duties will include establishing the tissue culture laboratory, ordering equipments and chemicals, standardize neuronal cell culture and routine maintenance of cultured cells. Interested candidates should send their C.V. to sks@mbu.iisc.ernet.in before April 10.

Immediate opening available for Project Assistant position to work in the area of Point of Care Biosensors: 
Qualifications and Requirements for the candidate::

• M.Sc./B.Tech. degree in Chemistry (Inorganic/Organic/Physical chemistry) Biochemistry, Biotechnology with emphasis on Biosensors with experience of 0-2 years.
• Strong Background in organic, inorganic, physical chemistry, analytical chemistry, electrochemistry and basic knowledge of biochemistry, sensor modeling and simulation.
• Familiarization with characterization techniques such as UV-VIS Spectroscopy, Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), FTIR, Raman spectroscopy, Electrochemical characterization techniques such as Cyclic Voltametry and Amperometry.
• Ability to communicate and present technical information to audience with scientific and non-scientific backgrounds; ability to produce quality documentation.

Responsibilities :

• Develop new sensing chemistry for electrochemical biosensors, design of experiments for testing and validating the formulations.
• Improving the sensor accuracy and repeatability of existing platform.
• Organize and perform pilot studies, in collaboration with other group members and clinicians for field study and data gathering experiments.
• Interface with manufacturing team to scale-up production technology. Interface with electronics and software team to interface test strips with electronics handheld device.

Interested candidate can send the resume to navakant@iisc.ac.in and navakant@gmail.com with subject : "Biosensors Project Assistant".