Applications are invited from Indian Nationals to work as JRF/SRF/RA in a research project funded by DST.

Title: Metal Organic Frameworks (MOFs) Comprised of Dimetal Units and Multi-Atom Organic Linkers

This project aims at synthesizing and structurally characterizing novel metal organic frameworks as well as their use in various applications. It will require broad synthetic skills with experience in handling air and moisture compounds under standard Schlenk line techniques and Glove box conditions. Additionally, it is expected to learn and use several analytical techniques to characterize the new compounds.

Positions: 1

Duration: 1 year

Emoluments: As per DST rules

Essential Qualifications: B.Sc. (Honours) and M.Sc. in Chemistry (Organometallic and/or Inorganic specialization preferred) with excellent academic record. Prior experience in X-ray Crystallography and other analytical techniques would be a plus. Candidates should have a valid NET (CSIR/UGC) or NET (LS) or GATE (>75 percentile) test score.

How to Apply?

Applications should be sent by e-mail only to: Dr. Sanjay Mandal (E-mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.). The subject of the e-mail should state "Application for a project position at IISER Mohali". In the body of the E-mail, applicants should include a brief description justifying qualifications and abilities to work in this project. A detailed vita should be attached as a PDF file (no other document formats are acceptable) with the e-mail.

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Last date of receipt of application is February 15,2014