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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, device 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 in a single pdf file containing 

1. Your cover letter with bulleted areas of interest
2. CV with list of publications
3. Research Plan
4. Teaching Plan
5. Please make sure to submit the attached document along with the Application Packet  Click here to download
6. 3 most important publications or patents and email to fsc.cense@iisc.ac.in with a copy to fsc.cense@gmail.com and regr@admin.iisc.ernet.in.

Detailed information for prospective faculty candidates

1. Advertisement from institute: Visit http://www.iisc.ernet.in/info-fac/prospfac-howtoapply.shtml
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 Chariperson 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  facultymembers 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.

There is an immediate requirement in Photonics Research Lab (http://www.cense.iisc.ac.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. Interest candidates can email their CVs to prlprojectposition@gmail.com.

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

Project associate

There is an immediate requirement in Photonics Research Lab (http://www.cense.iisc.ac.in/shankarks/) for a project associate.

• 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.
• 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 candidate with good communication skills in English.
• Remuneration as per DST norms. Campus housing is not provided for the position.
• Interest candidates can email their CVs to prlprojectposition@gmail.com with Subject [PAO_PRL2018_name].
• Short listed candidates might be called for an interview at CeNSE, IISc, Bangalore.

Project assistant

There is an immediate requirement in Photonics Research Lab (http://www.cense.iisc.ac.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.
• 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 prlprojectposition@gmail.com with Subject [PA_PRL2018_name].
• Short listed candidates might be called for an interview at CeNSE, IISc, Bangalore.

Applications are invited for the post of IT infrastructure Manager at Centre for Nano Science and Engineering, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore.
Requirements

• Should be B.E/B.Tech/M.E/M.Tech graduate with 6-10 years for experience in the area of IT support and infrastructure management.
• Linux/UNIX, Windows server experience.
• Expertise in installing, configuring, migrating, performance tuning, troubleshooting, security, failover and work load management of web and application servers in various environments like AIX, LINUX, Solaris, Windows 2000, Windows 2008 platforms and setting up the development, testing and production environments.
• Knowledge of Web development, including html, cgi, perl, tools, would be very helpful.
• Knowledge of Content Management System such as Drupal, Wordpress.
• Knowledge of Web servers (Apache, IIS), Database Servers (Mysql, MSSQL), Mail Server (Qmail, Exim, IIS SMTP, Mail enable), DNS Servers (Bind) etc.
• Knowledge of server side scripting languages like asp. net 2. 0 / 3/4.5 framework, PHP 4 /5, Perl, CGI, Shell scripting etc.
• Working knowledge of Systems management and applications (like HPOV/MS SCOM).
• Experience in OS installation, Configuration, Virtualization (like Win2k/VMware/Windows/Linux).
• Hardware knowledge (Server/switch/router/storage device).
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience as a network administrator would be a great advantage.
• Programming and troubleshooting skill is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Will head an IT support team.
• Desktop Management across the department.
• Responsible for installation, migration, administration, and testing of network servers, operating system software.
• Troubleshoots network failures and errors and diagnoses, isolates, and resolves routine to moderately/highly complex network related problems ensuring timely results and minimal disruption of operations.
• Responsible to updating network configuration according to growing demand.
• Responsible for forecasting IT needs, servers, network and general infrastructure.
• Build a strong data and network security.

Application for the position should be sent to censeitmanager@gmail.com. Application should contain detailed CV, expected joining date, and expected salary. Last date for application is 30th June 2018.

Job Description:

System Engineering Facility (SySEF) at Centre for Nano Science & Engineering (CeNSE) is seeking an intern to work with the team of professionals on a project regarding air quality monitoring at the micro levels. The requirements are as follows:

Work Description

• Analysis of air pollutant concentration and Air Quality Index (AQI) data from the monitoring systems that are installed at various locations
• Managing the database for the above parameters
• Emission rate calculations for transportation sources
• Assist CeNSE staff in the field work for air quality monitoring
• Preparation of reports for air pollutant concentration and air quality index for the locations
• Coordinate with CeNSE and CiSTUP staff, different government and private organizations, NGOs, RWAs, etc. regarding air quality issues.

Education

Degree (or final year) in the field of Environmental or Civil Engineering. Preference will be given to the candidates who are pursuing or have a post graduate degree in Environmental or Transportation Engineering.

Skills

• Hands-on experience in the use of MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Access). Preference will be given to the candidate with experience in the use of MS Access database.
• Strong knowledge of MS Excel through database management, graphs, calculations, charts, tables, etc.
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Willing to travel within the city as needed

Duration

Initially, the duration will be for 3 months which can be extended based on the performance.

Interested candidates email their cv to systemslab.cense@iisc.ac.in      

One for a project related to Mechanobiology/Microfluidics : We are looking for people with strong interest in Microfluidics . Preference will be given to candidates with background in Mechanical Engineering; especially those with prior experience in image processing.

One for a project related to Biomedical Devices:  We are looking for people with strong interest in Biotechnology.

Interested candidates should send their C. V. to prosenjits@iisc.ac.in as soon as possible.

Immediate opening for Intern positions is available at Micro & Nano Characterization Facility (MNCF). The duration of the position is 2 months.

No. of positions: 4
Will Train Applicant(s): Yes
Scholarship: Nil 

Job codes

Position Type I:                                         

• 2018_IE  (Electrical)                              
• 2018_IMe (Mechanical)
• 2018_IMa (Material)
• 2018_IO (Optical)

About MNCF :

MNCF is a material and device characterization facility, which provides service to users from academia and industry. It houses state of the art equipments that can characterize electrical, mechanical, material and optical properties of materials and devices.

URL : http://www.mncf.cense.iisc.ac.in

Position Type I:

Role and Responsibilities include the following

• Understand the basic principles of the equipment
• Assist (Senior) Facility Technologist in handling day to day usage of the equipments
• Involve in assigned projects/maintenance/calibration
• Submission of internship report

Qualifications

Minimum : Diploma or Bachelors in Engineering/Physical/Chemical Sciences

Preferred : Prior knowledge/hands-on experience of the equipments (For a list of equipments available in the facility,  please visit our website provided above)

Application for the position should be filled online here http://bit.ly/2pstha7. Last date for application is 30th March 2018.

Qualifications: MSc/MTech/PhD in Engineering / physical sciences. PhD is preferable but not mandatory.

Job Description:  The selected candidate is required to provide technical inputs to research problems, identify research areas and diagnose instrument problems. Documentation of the findings in terms of an application note would be advantageous. Discharge any other duties assigned by the management from time to time.

Experience : Prior experience in handling characterization tools like SEM, AFM, TEM, XRD, Probe stations, XPS is necessary. A basic understanding of electrical/mechanical/material/optical parameters in material and device characterization is an added advantage. Prior experience in building and assembling scientific equipment with hands-on experience will be preferred. It is essential to have good communication skills.

How to Apply:  Interested candidates can send your CV to mncf.cense@iisc.ac.in on or before 5^th of Feb 2017. Candidates who have already applied for the position need not apply again.

One research/project assistant position for a project related to the "Biological applications of magnetic nanoswimmers" is available at the Center for Nano Science and Engineering (CeNSE), Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore. We are looking for people with strong interest in biological applications of Physics/Engineering based tools. Preference will be given to candidates with background in Soft Matter Physics / Biophysics / Bioengineering; especially those with prior experience in surface functionalization amd materials chemistry. For candidates with exceptional educational/research backgrounds, these requirements can be relaxed. Interested candidates should send their C. V. to ambarish@iisc.ac.in as soon as possible.

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".