Chandrasekhar Post-Doctoral Fellowships @ Indian Institute of Astrophysics

Applications are invited from exceptionally bright candidates with outstanding academic credentials for the award of 'Chandrasekhar Post-Doctoral Fellowships' in all areas of astronomy and astrophysics. Scholarships Details The fellowship is for a period of two years with a possibility of an extension for one more year. Candidates should be ordinarily below the age of 32 years. The monthly stipend is Rs. 50,000/- to Rs. 55,000/- for candidates with up to 2 years post-doctoral experience and Rs.55,000/- to 60,000/- for those with more than 2 years experience. Chandra Fellows would be entitled to an annual contingency grant of Rs.2, 00,000/-, as well as to housing, medical and other benefits in accordance with the rules of the institute. Travel support by economy air fare will be available at the time of taking up the assignment. Chandra Fellows may choose their own research topics or collaborate with groups or individuals in the institute. Eligibility Criteria PhD degree in Physical / Mathematical Sciences from a recognised University / Institute. Candidates should preferably be below the age of 36 years. How to Apply: Candidates can send their details to the following mail id E-mail: pdf@iiap.res.in or to the following address. Use the following addresses for communication: Post Doctoral Programme Indian Institute of Astrophysics, Koramangala, Bangalore - 560034, INDIA. Important Date Last date to apply for the fellowship: 30/09/2014. For more details, please visit: http://www.iiap.res.in/postdoc.htm