Isro Recruitment Drive

Government of India Department of Space Indian Space Research Organisation SPACE APPLICATIONS CENTRE Ahmedabad – 380 015 Site for on line application will be open from 13.07.2009 to 31.07.2009 from 08:00 hours to 20: 00 hours.

Advertisement No.SAC: 02/2009 Space Applications Centre (SAC), Ahmedabad is one of the lead Centres of Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), Department of Space (DOS). SAC focuses on design of space borne instruments for terrestrial and planetary missions of ISRO and development and operationalisation of space technology for national development. The applications cover communication, broadcasting, navigation, disaster monitoring, meteorology, oceanography, environment monitoring and natural resources survey. SAC designs and develops all the transponders for the INSAT and GSAT series of communication satellites and the optical and microwave sensors for IRS series of earth observation satellites. Further SAC develops ground transmit and receive systems and data / image processing systems. SAC has highly sophisticated payload design and integration laboratories and facilities for electronic and mechanical fabrication, environmental tests and image processing and analysis. Campus library of SAC is the finest in western region. SAC is also actively involved in imparting training to scientists and engineers from the Asia Pacific region through the nine months PG diploma programs of the UN-CSSTEAP. SAC has made pioneering contributions in the field of agriculture, forestry, coastal zone management, urban planning, snow and glacier studies, oceanography and atmospheric studies. SAC has developed concept and techniques for pre-harvest estimation of production of major crops under multi-agency FASAL project, forecasting of potential fishing zones using OCM and other satellite data, studies of Himalayan glaciers and snow cover and monitoring of coastal zones using optical as well as microwave remote sensing data. Methodology for tracking cyclones in terms of direction and land falls has been developed and used for recent cyclones like Gonu, Nargis etc. Algorithms have also been developed to derive ocean parameters like sea surface temperature, wind speed, wave heights etc as well as atmospheric parameters such as water vapour, cloud liquid water content etc. Present thrust areas for applications are towards utilization of data from Indian satellite missions including INSAT-3D, Oceansat-2, Cartosat series, RISAT, Resourcesat-2, Meghatropiques, etc and the planetary mission like Chandrayaan-1. A Programme on Climate change Research in Terrestrial environment (PRACRITI) is initiated to study the impact of climate change on Agriculture System, Himalayan Cryosphere, Terrestrial Hydrology over India and the Sensor System Studies for Monitoring of Green House Gases.

:2: SAC invites on-line following:

applications for

the post of SCIENTIST/ENGINEER SC/SDs

as per the

Scientist/Engineers SC: Post No. 1

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Essential Qualification

Job Description

M.Sc./M.Sc.(Tech.)/M.Tech. in The selected candidates will be required to Geophysics/ Applied Geophysics with work on parameter retrieval such as gravity, First Class with 65% marks or above. wave-height, ocean surface wind, sea wave, optical properties of ocean, chlorophyll etc. Selected candidates will also work on modeling for ocean processes, coastal environment and vulnerability. M.Sc./M.Sc.(Tech.)/M.Tech. in Geology/ a) The candidates will be required to work in Applied Geology with First Class with a multi disciplinary team for the study and 65% marks or above. modeling related to natural resources, coastal environment, ocean colour and the studies related to planetary sciences. They will also be involved in analysis of the satellite data along with ancillary and GPS data for retrieval and modeling. The work will also involve collection of insitu data in different parts of the country. b) The selected candidates will be required to work on Study of lithosphere, marine geology, lunar geology (Chandrayaan-1 data) coastal and marine process using multi-spectral, hyper spectral and microwave remote sensing data and GIS. M.Tech. in Geo-informatics/ Remote The selected candidates will be required to Sensing & GIS with First Class. work in conceptualization and development of integrated geospatial services involving use of spaceborne imagery and spaceborne/ terrestrial communication to develop advanced tools for location based services. They will also work on developing tools for management of remote sensing data and derived products and their distribution through web portal using web services tools for handling similar data and their applications. M.Tech. in Optics/ Applied Optics with The selected candidate will work on Optical First Class. design, analysis and simulation of various optical systems. The selected candidate will carry out detailed tolerance analysis, optimization of optical systems, straylight analysis and baffle design, Ground systems design & realization, Assembly & integration of H/W. M.Tech. in Physical Engineering, The selected candidate need to understand Engineering Physics, Semi-conductor various advanced electro-optical detector array Devices , Opto Electronics with First architectures over UV to far infrared spectral Class. region and arrive at innovative methods and working out new architectures as well as realizing them through manufacturer. They will carry out design and development of test methods and characterization set-ups for testing detectors and focal plane assemblies.

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M.E. in Electrical / Microwave The selected candidate will be required to work Engineering with specialization in radar in development of algorithms for analysis of engineering with First Class. polarimetric/ polarimetric-interferometric SAR data from RISAT and Mini SAR, and evaluation of GPS signal for earth resources applications M.Tech. in Integrated Circuit Technology/ The selected candidate will be required to work Solid State Technology/ Microelectronics / for development of thin film processes, Microfabrication with First Class or advanced direct write optical/ EB lithographic M.Sc. Physics with Physics of Thin Films techniques for the realization of micron/ sub or Thin Films Technology as micron devices. He shall be conversant with specialization First Class with 65 % the RF Magnetron Sputtering/ EB evaporation process, optical lithographic process and have marks or above. sound knowledge in assembly and packaging of high frequency circuits/devices required for communication and microwave remote sensing payloads.

Scientist/Engineers SD: Post No. 8

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Essential Qualification

Job Description

Ph.D. in Physics/ Applied Physics/ The incumbents shall be required to carry out Mathematics/ Applied Mathematics modeling of space borne and ground based instruments for remote sensing in visible, thermal, ultraviolet, microwave and X-ray regions of electromagnetic radiation as well as entire imaging process for low earth, geostationary and lunar/planetary orbits. Ph.D. in Coastal Ecosystem/ Desirable Qualification : Working experience of Ecology/ Botany/ Environmental satellite remote sensing/GIS, coastal ecosystem Sciences/ Ecology. OR M.Sc. in modeling and expertise in insitu data collection Coastal Ecosystem/Ecology/Botany/ using ecological methods, knowledge/experience Environmental Sciences/ Ecology on identification of coastal flora at taxonomic level with First class with 65% marks or and computer programming. above + 4 years research The candidates will be required to work in an experience in the field of coastal interdisciplinary team for inventory, monitoring and related to coastal ecosystems. ecosystems/ coastal zone modeling management/ coastal ecosystem Candidates will be involved in analyzing satellite data along with ancillary / in situ data for modeling modeling related to sustainable management of coastal zone and also study the impact of climate change. Job also requires frequent collection of in situ data along the Indian coast Ph.D. in Physics / Atmospheric Sciences / Applied Mathematics OR M.Sc. in Physics/ Atmospheric Sciences/ Applied Mathematics with First Class with 65% marks or above plus 4 years research experience.

Selected candidate will be required to work on Geophysical parameter retrieval, and validation using remote sensing data for parameters like wind vectors, rain fall, sea surface temperature, atmospheric temperature and humidity profile etc. They will also be required to develop advanced assimilation techniques for using Remote Sensing derived parameters in numerical whether prediction models.

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Ph.D. in Applied Optics, Optics OR M.Tech. in Applied Optics, Optics with First Class plus 2 years relevant experience.

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Ph.D in Semiconductor devices,

Photonics, Applied Electronics, computational optical imaging or laser physics. OR M.Tech. in Semiconductor devices, Photonics, Applied Electronics, Computational Optical Imaging or Laser Physics with First Class plus 2 years relevant experience.

Selected candidate will be required to work on design and analysis of optical systems. In addition to design and related theoretical work, the candidate will be expected to use various optical test systems for integration and testing them and prepare technical reports on the tests carried out. The candidates are also expected to work on advanced Electro-optical systems. The selected candidates will be working under the guidance of Senior Scientists of SAC on various projects and they should be willing to work anywhere in India to develop and test the systems. Selected candidate will be required to work on design and analysis of electro-optical systems. In addition to design and related theoretical work, the candidate will be expected to use various electrooptical test systems for integration and testing them and prepare technical reports on the tests carried out. The candidates are also expected to work on advanced Electro-optical systems. The selected candidates will be working under the guidance of Senior Scientists of SAC on various projects and they should be willing to work anywhere in India to develop and test the systems

Pay and Allowances: The posts carry the following pay scales: 1. 2.

Scientist/Engineer-SC Scientist/Engineer-SD

Rs.15600-39100 (PB-3) + Grade Pay :Rs.5400/- per month. Rs.15600-39100(PB-3) + Grade Pay :Rs. 6600/- per month.

In addition to the above, other allowances like DA, HRA, Transport Allowance and Performance Related Incentive Scheme (PRIS) will be admissible from time to time. SAC, provides attractive, benefits to its employees such as medical facilities for self and dependents. Subsidized canteen, free transport (or in lieu of transport allowance), limited housing facility for fresh entrants (or in lieu of HRA) advances for purchases of conveyance, construction of house, LTC concession, Group Insurance Scheme etc. Out of above posts, one post will be reserved for Persons with disabilities (Locomotor disability or cerebral palsy). The percentage of Disability for PWD candidate should be minimum 40%. The applicant should produce a certificate issued by competent Medical Authorities in the prescribed format.

Induction Training Programme: Immediately after joining, the candidates have to undergo an Induction Training Programme at different ISRO Centres, which will be a prerequisite for confirmation in the Organisation. Graduates in Science/Engineering M.Sc/M.Sc.Tech appointed to the post of Scientist/Engineer “SC” may be considered for review for promotion after successful completion of 4 years of service as per procedures. Post Graduates (M.E.M.Tech) appointed to the post of Scientist/Engineer “SC” may be considered for review for promotion after successful completion of 2 years of service as per procedures.

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Application should be registered on-line only. Upon registration, applicants will be provided with an on-line Registration Number, which should be carefully preserved for future reference. It is also mandatory to send hard copy of on-line application summary with signature and colour photograph pasted in the appropriate column along with attested true copies of the testimonials such as Marksheets and certificates of all Educational Qualification, Caste certificate (if applicable), experience certificate etc. to the following address superscribing the Advertisement Number, Post Number and Registration Number on the Front side of the cover and should reach on or before 10/08/2009 through ordinary post only. ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER RECRUITMENT SECTION (P & GA) BUILDING NO. 30-D, SPACE APPLICATIONS CENTRE (ISRO) AMBAWADI VISTAR P.O. AHMEDABAD – 380 015

GENERAL CONDITIONS 1. The posts are temporary but likely to be continued indefinitely. 2.

At present the place of posting is Ahmedabad but liable to be transferred to any of the Centres/Units of the Indian Space Research Organisation/ Department of Space elsewhere.

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Age as on 31/07/2009 : a) The age limit for the post of Scientist/Engineer-SC is 35 years but relaxable by 5 years in case of SC/ST candidates and 3 years in case of OBC candidates. Ex-servicemen and Persons with Disabilities(PWD) candidates are eligible for upper age relaxation as per Government of India’s rules. b) There is no age limit for the post of Scientist/Engineer-SD

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Outstation candidates called for interview will be paid to and fro Second Class Railway Fare by shortest route or bus fare, whichever is less, on production of proof of journey, such as the Railway Tickets or bus tickets etc. Sleeper class fare will be paid subject to production of copy of Railway Tickets or bus tickets etc.

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The employees will be governed by New Defined Contribution Pension Scheme.

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Stipulated experience will be reckonable only after acquiring essential qualification.

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Candidates working in Government/Public Undertaking/Quasi-Government/ Autonomous Organisation should ensure that their applications are sent through proper channel. In case, they anticipate any delay in forwarding their applications, they may submit advance copies of their applications before the due date. However, they should produce at the time of attending the test/interview in SAC, either a ‘NO OBJECTION CERTIFICATE’ from their respective organisation in original, or an attested copy of the communication under which their applications have been forwarded to SAC for consideration.

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Candidates should produce original testimonials such as mark-sheets and certificates of all education qualification, as a proof of the details furnished in their applications, at the time of Interview for verification failing which they will not be allowed to appear for interview nor the cost of the travel reimbursed/paid.

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Selected candidates may have to join the post immediately on being found fit by a Medical Authority.

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No correspondence will be entertained with the candidates who are not short-listed for Interview.

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The candidates may appear for the interview in Hindi in case they prefer so.

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Only Indian Nationals need to apply.

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SAC reserves the right not to fill up any of the posts.

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Incomplete applications and those received after the due date will be rejected out-right.

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CANVASSING IN ANY FORM WILL BE A DISQUALIFICATION.