Government of India Department of Space Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology [Declared as deemed to be University under Sec.

3 of the UGC Act 1956] Valiamala PO, Thiruvananthapuram -695 547 Requirement of Faculty- Assistant Professor Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology (IIST), Asias first Space University was established under the Department of Space in September 2007. IIST is presently offering 4-year B.Tech programmes in Aerospace Engineering, Avionics and Physical Sciences. M Tech, PhD and Post Doctoral Fellowship (PDF) programme have already commenced in specific areas of Space Science and Technology. IIST provides a vibrant and stimulating environment for research in almost all areas of Aerospace, Avionics, Physical Sciences and Basic Sciences. The Institute is setting up state-of-the-art facilities including high performance computing facilities to create the right research ambience. IIST will also have research collaborations and scientific exchanges with reputed national and international academic research organizations. The Institute invites application for the post of Assistant Professor in following areas: Post No Educational Qualifications Department of Mathematics APMA-01 B.Sc in Mathematics and M.Sc in Mathematics with PhD. OR B.Tech in Computer Science/Electronics and Communication Engg./Chemical Engg. with PhD. Area of Specialisation Machine Learning/ Computer Science Job Description: Candidate will have to do research and teach in the areas like Artificial Neural Networks/ Genetic Algorithm/ImageProcessing/Fuzzy Systems/ Machine learning/Softcomputing at the post graduate level. Cryptography/Computer Science Job Description: Candidate will have to do research and teach in the area of cryptography at the post graduate level.

B.Sc in Mathematics/Physics and M.Sc in Mathematics/Physics with PhD. APMA- 02 OR B.Tech in Computer Science/Electronics and Communication Engineering with PhD. Department of Earth and Space Sciences APES- 01 Masters in Remote Sensing/Electrical Engg. /Electronics Engg./Communication Engg./Computer Science with PhD.

Remote Sensing/ Image Processing/Signal Processing. (Candidates with knowledge of Microwave Remote Sensing are preferred.
However, all candidates who satisfy the qualifications mentioned alongside are encouraged to apply)

Note: Candidates with first class in Bachelors and Masters degree and Ph.D in relevant area of specialization with significant research contribution will be considered. Only Indian Citizens (including those staying abroad) are eligible to apply. Separate Application may be sent for different posts along with attested copies of all the certificates and testimonials.
Emoluments as on date: Assistant Professor - `15,600 -39,100/- (PB 3) with Grade Pay of `7,600/-+ HRA & DA at applicable rates. Total Emoluments- `52,510/-

( Approximately) Age Limit as on 23.04.2012: 40 years (Age relaxation applicable as per Government of India orders) Career Growth: Merit Promotion Scheme after pre-defined residency period by virtue of individual excellence, without any reference to vacancies. Other facilities: Comprehensive medical coverage, canteen facility, support for research etc. The application can be submitted electronically to recruitment@iist.ac.in or by post to: Administrative Officer, IIST, Valiamala P.O, Nedumangad, Thiruvananthapuram - 695 547, Kerala. Applications sent by post should be superscribed as Application for the post of __________, Post No.___________. Last date for receipt of application: April 23, 2012. General Conditions: The qualification and experience prescribed are minimum requirements and do not automatically make candidates eligible to be called for
interview. Institute reserves the right not to fill-up all or any of the posts. Age relaxation up to maximum of five years will be awarded for serving academicians in Government Institutions. Applications from candidates working in Government Departments and Public sector undertakings should be forwarded through proper channel. However an advance copy may be submitted. Government strives to have a workforce which reflects gender balance and women candidates are encouraged to apply. Canvassing in any form will be a disqualification.

Advt . No: IIST/36 /12 dated:03.04.2012