IITM invites application for recruitment to scientist posts

The Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM), Pune, an autonomous research organisation under ESSO/MoES, fully devoted to cutting edge research in various aspects of climate science, is looking for recruiting bright talented candidates of Indian origin to fill the scientists' positions at different centers in the institute. Its activities include training to post graduates and motivate them to take up research careers in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences required for improving the skill of weather and climate prediction systems.

Organization:
The Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology

Vacancies : 17

• Scientist 'D' at Centre for Climate Change Research: 10 
• Scientist 'D' - Centre for Advanced Training: 04
• Scientist 'D' - National Monsoon Mission: 03  

Eligibility :

• Candidates should have passed Master's Degree or equivalent in Meteorology, Atmospheric Sciences,Oceanography, Physics, Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Applied Physics, Geophysics or a Degree in Engineering or Technology from a recognized university/institution with good scientific standing and with at least first class (60% marks) in the qualifying degree level or Bachelors Degree in Engineering or Technology from a recognized university or equivalent with at least First Class (60% marks) in the qualifying degree level.
• The candidates are desirable with Ph. D. in Atmospheric Sciences/Oceanography or related sciences with minimum four years proven experience in Atmospheric modeling/Ocean Modeling/Coupled Ocean Atmospheric Modeling, supported by published papers in peer reviewed journals
• Age Limit : 50 years as on April 15, 2014

Selection procedure: 
Interview

How to apply 

• Aspiring candidates may submit their applications along with their CV online.
• The candidates should arrange three letters of reference to be sent directly to the undersigned from three scientists/Gazetted Officers of Govt. of India familiar with the candidate's work. 
• Candidates called for interview will be paid Sleeper Class to and fro train fare by the shortest route on production of original tickets.

Important dates:

Last date for submission of online application: April 15, 2014

Official application link:

http://www.tropmet.res.in/