Inter-University Centre for Astronomy and Astrophysics jobs for Project Assistant in Pune. Last Date to apply: 20 Feb 2020
Job Description
Project Assistant: IUCAA Astronomy Outreach
Remuneration: Consolidated starting salary of Rs. 25,000/- per month
No. of Post: One (On contract)
Period of Contract: 06 months extendable to 03 years
Age Limit: Not more than 35 years
Qualification & Experience:Essential: First class B.Sc. (Astronomy/ Physics/ Mathematics) or B.E. from a recognised University (M.Sc. and/or B.Ed. will carry further weight) with a good knowledge of Astronomy.
Desirable: i. Ability to communicate basic Astronomy cheerfully in English and Hindi (written and verbal)
and preferably Marathi too. ii. Ability to handle telescopes of different kinds.
iii. Computer skills including proficiency in using social media and design software.
iv. A positive scientific attitude with good inter-personal and social skills.
Experience:i. 2 to 3 years’ experience in Astronomy popularisation / Amateur astronomy / Telescope
making,ii. Some experience in large-scale activities involving teachers and school students.
Nature of Work (non-exhaustive): Developing, scheduling, publicizing and conducting astronomy outreach activities including workshops for schools & colleges, sky-watching sessions, mobile planetarium shows etc. Liaising with astronomers and preparation of astronomy outreach resources.
Helping conduct regular IUCAA outreach activities and their detailed documentation.
Oversee management of social media and IUCAA SciPOP website.
Job Particulars
Role research jrf srf
Who can apply Experienced (2 to 3 Years)
Hiring Process Face to Face Interview
Employment TypeFull Time
Job Id851038
Job Category Govt Jobs , BSc/BCA/BBM , 1 to 3 Yr Exp
Locality Address
State Maharashtra
Country India
About Company
The Inter-University Centre for Astronomy and Astrophysics (IUCAA) is an autonomous institution set up by the University Grants Commission (UGC) of India to promote the nucleation and growth of active groups in astronomy and astrophysics at Indian universities. IUCAA aims to be a centre of excellence within the university sector for teaching, research and development in astronomy and astrophysics.
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