All applications for faculty positions have to be routed through the portal at the link: https://recruitment.iisc.ac.in/frp/

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) MetaMaterials; c) Nano-bio technology; d) Neuromorphic devices; e) Transmission Electron Microscopy of device structures; f) Molecular Electronics; g) Additive Manufacturing; h) Energy Storage.

Detailed information for prospective faculty candidates

1. Advertisement from institute: Visit https://recruitment.iisc.ac.in/frp/
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.

Job Description:
The MEMS Lab at the Centre for Nano Science and Engineering (CeNSE), IISc is looking for a Project Assistant/Research Associate in the field of Electronics for the design and development of a multi channel, high-speed data acquisition system for ultrasound transducers.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelors/Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering or Instrumentation Engineering
• Experience in the design of analog circuits for amplifiers and signal conditioning – including simulation in TINA/LTSpice, component selection, design of matching circuits, etc
• Working knowledge of embedded electronics and programming in C/C++
• Experience with design of multi-layer PCB layouts using Altium or equivalent tool
• Experience with FPGA development in Verilog/VHDL, and high-speed data interfaces like LVDS desirable
• Strong work ethic, ability to work independently, and a willingness to learn and grow

Hiring and Remuneration:

• The contract will be for a period of one year starting from the date of joining, with a two-month probation period.
• Remuneration will be as per IISc norms, based on educational qualifications and previous experience.
• The contract may be extended subject to performance and requirements.
• This job does not allow for work-from-home, and physical presence in the institute is essential.

About MEMS Lab, CeNSE:

The MEMS Lab at CeNSE is headed by Prof. Rudra Pratap and is involved in the development of microscale sensors and transducers. We have a wide portfolio of pressure sensors, acceleration sensors, gyroscopes, ultrasound and acoustic transducers, all of which are designed, developed, fabricated and tested within the CeNSE ecosystem. With some of the most advanced fabrication and characterization facilities in the Nation, CeNSE is at the forefront of cutting edge sensor development.

How to Apply:
Interested candidates may email their resume to gharshvardha@iisc.ac.in with the subject “Research Associate – MEMS Lab” with their CVs and a short description of their experience, by 20th September, 2020. If shortlisted, the candidate will have an online interview before being hired.

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 15th October 2020.

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:

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

Employment & Remuneration:

• Contractual employment with consolidated pay commensurate with qualification and experience

Application:

Candidate interested in working in the above-mentioned job role should send his/her resume to “incubation.cense@iisc.ac.in” with the Subject Line to read as "Manager TBI CeNSE Aug 2020".

We are looking for a graduate/post graduate student having Bachelor’s in mechanical/civil engineering/chemical/materials engineering. The candidate must have a strong background in structural dynamics/vibrations and in fluid mechanics. Knowledge of piezoelectricity, acoustics and ultrasound transducers will be treated as an additional qualification. The person must be conversant with software such as MATLAB/ORIGIN, CAD, and FEM Simulation packages and should possess basic programming skills

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The applicant should be hardworking (willing to work on weekends) and a fast learner.

The selected candidate will work in the field of Microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) based ultrasound transducers targeted for novel applications in biomedical engineering.

Interested applicants might send their resume to kaustav@iisc.ac.in  with a subject “MEMS-STARS PROJECT ASSISTANT ” clearly written in the subject header. Candidates will be shortlisted based on their resume and will receive an interview call.

The National Nanofabrication Centre (NNfC), Centre for Nanoscience and Engineering is inviting applications for the position of Technology Manager (TM).

The Technology Manager will be in charge of the deposition facility. The candidate will manage facility personnel, maintain and monitor process quality, develop new process, training, documentation, and consumable management. The candidate is expected to give technical inputs for research and industrial projects and be an active part of the equipment maintenance.

Currently, there are two open positions. The following are some of the responsibilities.

Technology manager CVD and Wet processing:

• Manage and guide a team of engineers working on operating and maintaining high-temperature furnaces and rapid thermal annealing systems at NNfC.
• Manage and guide a team of engineers maintaining wet etch and chemical clean systems, and inline characterization equipment.
• Be in charge of safety and chemical disposal systems at NNfC, including conducting safety tests and safety presentations for internal and external users and updating NNFC safety policy periodically.
• 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.
• Manager, maintain and develop documentation.

Technology manager PVD:

• Manage and guide a team of engineers working on operating and maintaining PVD systems in the cleanroom
• Manage and guide a team of engineers operating and maintaining legacy microfabrication tools and glove boxes
• Work with the management for the up-gradation of legacy tools and improve process capabilities
• Evolve Health and Safety procedures.
• Ensure that training schedules, SOP and tool monitoring trends on the tools are maintained
• Maintain and forecast consumables.
• Develop new processes as an when required for external and internal projects, and also actively work to improve tool and personnel capabilities
• Manager, maintain and develop documentation.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Work experience in a cleanroom is a must.
• Should have hand-on experience in the cleanroom.
• MSc/MTech/PhD in Science or Engineering with strong domain experience in a cleanroom facility.
• Experience in developing and visualizing process flows.
• Familiarity with characterization equipment.
• Experience in working with a team. Experience in managing a team is an added advantage.
• Working experience as a manager or in such capacity in the semiconductor industry or in the university/national lab will be highly desirable.

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

Please send your resume (PDF only) electronically to nnfcposition@iisc.ac.in on or before July 30th, 2020. Clearly mention the position in the subject. Resume should contain references.

Immediate opening for a Project Assistant position

Qualifications/Requirements:

• M. Sc./B.Tech. degree in Physics/ECE/Mechanical engineering
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Expertise in fabrication processes would be desirable but not required

Responsibilities:

• Fabricate optomechanical devices in cleanroom
• Ultra-low noise measurements on these devices

Selected candidates would acquire expertise in design and fabrication of nanoscale devices, ultra-low noise measurement using optomechanical systems.

Interested candidate can send their resume to anaik@iisc.ac.in with subject: “Project Assistant NEMS opto-NEMS”.

Micro Nano Characterization Facility, Centre for Nano science and Engineering is inviting applications for the position of Administrative Assistant to be a part of facility operations. The Administration Assistant will be responsible for the internal and external billing, consumable procurements and maintaining MNCF online portal/booking website. The administrative assistant will also be required to liaise between MNCF staff and MNCF users.

Specific responsibilities include:

• In charge of generating and sending out facility bills to the supervisors/users and update the details of payment made/ outstanding from each user/ group
• In charge of sending out invoices to external users and follow ups on the payment, booking the tools etc
• Manage the MNCF Front Desk, help new users, attend the users requests and queries, manage entry of external users to MNCF, receiving and dispatching the users samples, bills of external users etc.
• Follow up on MNCF Purchase orders till the material is delivered and flag concerns if there are any
• Maintain electronic and hard copy filling system regarding the purchase of tools, consumables and spare parts for MNCF
• Maintain/update the MNCF website and facility booking software.
• Provide general administrative and admin support including mailing, scanning, faxing and copying, help with preparing reports and other relevant documentation that may be necessary for facility operations.

Eligibility:

• Bachelor/Master degree required with experience in managing software, website
• Demonstrated proficiency in MS office suite is essential
• Excellent communication skills – written and verbal
• Ability to prioritize work and attention to detail, Ability to handle multiple tasks and follow-up activities
• Prior experience using SAP and ERP software is desirable
• Demonstrated skill in administrate position is desirable

Fresh graduates are also encouraged to apply.

Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview at CeNSE, IISc Bangalore

Salary will commensurate with qualification, experience and interview performance.

Interested candidate can send the resume to sureshasj@iisc.ac.in with subject: “MNCF administrative Assistant”.

Immediate opening available for a Project Assistant / Associate at CeNSE, IISc

Responsibilities include:

• Assist in conducting workshop related to Nano-biotechnology.
• Operate and maintain few characterization  tools at Micro and Nano Characterization Facility at CeNSE.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and follow-up activities.
• Proficiency in computer-based document process; Microsoft Office tools such as Word Excel and PowerPoint.
• Proficiency in English is must.

Eligibility:

Applicant must have completed BE/B Tech/MSc/MTech or equivalent.
Fresh graduates are also encouraged to apply.

Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview at CeNSE IISc Bangalore

Salary will be commensurate with qualification.

Interested candidates are requested to send their CV to cdna.cense@iisc.ac.in

The last date for application is 10th January, 2020.

Opening for a position of project staff (BE/B Tech/MSc/MTech or equivalent) with a necessary background in semiconductor devices and/or device processing/device measurement. Candidates with background in RF measurement/small-signal modelling/S-parameter extraction in FET are desirable.

The work would involve design, fabrication/processing [in cleanroom] and characterization of GaN-based HEMTs for RF applications.

Interested candidates are requested to email Digbijoy digbijoy@iisc.ac.in with a copy marked to rmuralidharan@iisc.ac.in

Candidates would be shortlisted & interviewed in the month of December 2019

InCeNSE is the Technology Business Incubator (TBI) at the Centre of Nano Science and Engineering (CeNSE), Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore. Funded by the Government of Karnataka (GoK), InCeNSE supports startups and entrepreneurs to develop their technology, build their product and solutions that have a significant societal impact in the area of nanotechnology. The first cohort has already started its journey at our incubator and the second round of cohort selection is underway.

InCeNSE is looking for a resource to work in the capacity of “Office Administrator”. The person working in this role would report to the Manager, TBI. This is a full time, contractual position. The initial contract is for four months and will be renewed subject to satisfactory performance.

Candidate’s Profile

A pleasing personality, positive-minded, self-motivated, and willing to learn new skills as and when required. Need to be a graduate from a reputed institution. Candidates with post graduate degree and/or work experience can also apply.

Essential Skills

• Good inter-personal skills to work in a collaborative team environment. Good in planning and prioritization. Desire to upskill and add new learning to stay up-to-date and informed.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Pays attention to detail.
• Conversant with computers.
• Proficient in using MS Office tools: Word, EXCEL, and Power Point.
• Comfortable in networking and reaching out to people as and when needed.

Desirable Skills

• Good understanding of Internet and Webpage development.
• Hands-on-experience in generating posters/banners using commonly used software tools.
• Experience in content generation for blogs targeted at general audience.
• Creating short videos and audio/video editing capabilities.

Salary

Salary is based on skills and experience and as per Institute norms.

Interested candidates should send their resume to “incubation.cense@iisc.ac.in” with the subject “Office Administration Position at InCeNSE 2019".

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".