Indian Institute of Technology - Roorkee is among the foremost of institutes of national importance in higher technological education and in engineering, basic and applied research. Since its establishment, the Institute has played a vital role in providing the technical manpower and know-how to the country and in pursuit of research. The Institute ranks amongst the best technological institutions in the world and has contributed to all sectors of technological development. It has also been considered a trend-setter in the area of education and research in the field of science, technology, and engineering.
The Department of Chemistry at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee invites applications from outstanding and enthusiastic researchers for post-doctoral position under the mentorship of Dr. Anuj Sharma (Assistant Professor in Department of Chemistry), focused on ‘Copper Catalyzed Methodologies for synthesis of Important Heterocyclic Scaffolds’
The Prospective candidate is expected to have a strong background in organic synthesis like multicomponent reactions, microwave assisted organic synthesis, transition metal catalysed synthesis of important heterocyclic scaffolds. Candidate should be passionate about working on cutting edge research leading to high impact product and services which can form leads for further therapeutic quest. Therefore a good knowledge of medicinal chemistry is desirable. Apart from research, the candidate may be entrusted with other academic responsibilities as deemed fit by the department.
Minimum Qualification and Experience: The prospective candidate should have a Ph.D in Chemistry from a good university/institute with a minimum two SCI publications in the related area and a strong knowledge of organic synthesis, medicinal chemistry. Moreover the candidate should possess a 1st class in BSc and MSc or an equivalent degree (B.Pharm and M.Pharm. are also eligible).
Duration and Fellowship amount: The duration of the fellowship will be of one year extendable to another year depending upon the progress of the candidate. The candidate is expected to join the Department as soon as offer letter has been released, The fellow will receive pay as below in addition with the contingency grant of Rs. 20,000/- per annum.
Rs. 50,000/- per month for a fresh Ph.D
* Rs. 55,000/- per month for a Ph.D with two years of experience
How to apply:
Candidates can apply with cover letter, curriculum vitae, list of publications (with the most significant publications highlighted), research statement describing past research and plans for future research by both regular and e-mail, to:
Professor and Head
Department of Chemistry
Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee-247667 INDIA
Email: chemt@iitr.ac.in
The last date for acceptance of the detailed applications is 10th July, 2017