The Group Leader is hiring experienced and strong research background motivated candidates to welcome at the Center for Nanotechnology & Multidisciplinary Research Excellence (CNMRE) at Chennai R & D Institution. The advertised training program based on M.Sc./M.Tech./M.Phill/Integrated M.Tech./Integrated PhD and Postdoctoral in the topic of Nano-science, Soft-condensed Matter Physics, Materials Science, Display Technology, Nano device, Nano-Bio Technology (Multidisciplinary Research Background). The program, benefiting from former achievements in Nanoscience, is designed to employ the phenomenological knowledge concerning field of multidisciplinary field of nanoscale processes to the creation of new materials applicable in industrial technology, liquid crystals, hybrid composites, polymer, smart display technology, switchable devices, nanoelectronics and optoelectronics, solar cells, 2D-transitiona metal oxide nanoparticles, Graphene synthesis and transparent electrodes and super capacitor applications and environmental protection. The NLC' group links via Chemistry, Physics, Nano-Biotechnology and Materials Science research with business collaboration worldwide in UK, USA, European and Asian University/Industry. The program is aimed at creating a new generation of scholars, eminent scientists, capable of working in both scientific and research sectors, and becoming stimulants and intermediaries of knowledge & technology transfer on a National/International level.

Our offer for the position in Nanotechnology group:

The research group will select M.Sc./M.Tech., Integrated M.Tech.,/M.Phill,Integrated PhD.,PhD fresher and postdoctoral to carry out projects under direct supervision and joint co-supervision from an excellent partner institution in worldwide. PhD/Postdoctoral research will be accomplished both in India and abroad institutions. The successful candidates will be offered an Independent Research Group for an initial period of 3 years with the possibility of extension for 2 years. This includes based on group leaders’ recommendations and availability of additional resources for research positions, consumables, and investments. Candidates may be established or starting-up with some initial collaboration of creativity that they may develop into a leader of tomorrow. We are particularly interested in recruiting outstanding female candidate/scientists, expressly encourage them to apply.

• M.Sc./M.Tech. in Nanotechnology – Capacity 10 students, Duration: 2 years
• Integrated PhD (M.Tech.+PhD) in Nanotechnology – Capacity 6 students, Duration: 5 years
• M.Phill in Nanotechnology - Capacity 4 students, Duration: 2 years
• PhD in Materials Science/Nanotechnology- Capacity 6 students (3-Women Only), Duration: 3 years 
• Post-doctorate in Nanotechnology - Capacity 4 students (2-Women Only), Contract: 2 years

Requirements of candidate profile:

The candidates with excellent academic background, good publication record can be discussed individually in email and Skype interview. Also a performance based reward can be negotiated personally (pay immediately). Providing housing subsidies, ANY consideration will negotiate.

Stipends/University Fellowship:

*The cumulative amount of funding is competitive with top class start-up packages of international career development programs. Junior researchers/Postdoctoral candidates those who deserve own fellowship and research grant (e.g.CSIR,UGC,DST/DBT,DRDO,Dr. DS Kothari PDF) or self-financing preferable.

*PhD research scholars and Postdoctoral remuneration will provide an attractive salary package, accommodation with high quality research activities, exclusive publications and hand on expertise skills of spectroscopic and electron microscopic characterization/analysis. Experienced researchers of Women Scientists are encouraging to apply for this position.

Candidates choose an independent research topic listed below:

• Scale up 2D transition metal oxide, synthesis and processing of ultra-thin graphene based materials nanosheets/nanoribbons for electrochemical energy storage systems.
• Mechanism of various nanostructures formation by employing novel techniques and surface engineering for activated materials in catalysis
• Synthesis of CNT's/graphene nanosheets/nanoribbons applications in transparent flexible electrodes and super capacitor
• Liquid Crystals, hybrid complex materials, polymeric nanomaterials,spectroscopic & electron microscopic characterizations for optical and electrical investigation
• Flexible electronics, smart display technology, Nano-Bio technology

Your application:

Please send your updated Covering Letter along with Curriculum Vitae includes recent color photo, communication, Skype ID, list of publications, a short description of research accomplishments and future project plans (not more than 10 pages, should contain with Research background, novelty of finding, Aims & Goals, Schematic diagrams/figures/Graphical content, Outcome, References), preferably to the concern Group Leader (Research Professor) via email submission given the details below;

Dr. Kaushik Pal, (M.Sc.,Ph.D.,Marie-Curie & CAS Fellow)

Research Professor in Nanotechnology

E-mail- kpalphysics.nano@gmail.com; Skype- kaushik.pal9

The initial screening process should be done by Skype interaction within 10 mins slideshow presentation by screen share over Skype (Max.10 slides), 10-mins discussions, total duration of interaction should not more than 20 mins. Candidates are requested to please mention their Skype ID with valid e-mail and urgent communications.