SAC ISRO Scientist/Engineer Jobs | Apply Online | July 2009

Government of India
Department of Space
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
SPACE APPLICATIONS CENTRE (SAC)
Ahmedabad – 380 015

Advertisement No.SAC: 02/2009

Last Date 10th August 2009

SAC invites on-line applications for the post of SCIENTIST/ENGINEER SC/SDs as per the
following:

Scientist / Engineer SC

1. M.Sc./M.Sc.(Tech.)/M.Tech. in Geophysics/ Applied Geophysics with First Class with 65% marks or above.

The selected candidates will be required to work on parameter retrieval such as gravity,
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.

2. 2 M.Sc./M.Sc.(Tech.)/M.Tech. in Geology/ Applied Geology with First Class with 65% marks or above.
a) The candidates will be required to work in a multi disciplinary team for the study and
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.

3. M.Tech. in Geo-informatics/ Remote Sensing & GIS with First Class.

The selected candidates will be required to 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.

4. M.Tech. in Optics/ Applied Optics with First Class.

The selected candidate will work on Optical 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.

5. M.Tech. in Physical Engineering, Engineering Physics, Semi-conductor Devices , Opto Electronics with First Class.

The selected candidate need to understand various advanced electro-optical detector array architectures over UV to far infrared spectral 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.

6.M.E. in Electrical / Microwave Engineering with specialization in radar engineering with First Class.

The selected candidate will be required to work in development of algorithms for analysis of polarimetric/ polarimetric-interferometric SAR data from RISAT and Mini SAR, and evaluation of GPS signal for earth resources applications.

7. M.Tech. in Integrated Circuit Technology/ Solid State Technology/ Microelectronics /
Microfabrication with First Class or M.Sc. Physics with Physics of Thin Films or Thin Films Technology as specialization First Class with 65 % marks or above.

The selected candidate will be required to work for development of thin film processes, advanced direct write optical/ EB lithographic techniques for the realization of micron/ sub micron devices. He shall be conversant with the RF Magnetron Sputtering/ EB evaporation process, optical lithographic process and have sound knowledge in assembly and packaging of high frequency circuits/devices required for communication and microwave remote sensing payloads.

Scientist/Engineers SD:

8. Ph.D. in Physics/ Applied Physics/ Mathematics/ Applied Mathematics

The incumbents shall be required to carry out 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.

9. Ph.D. in Coastal Ecosystem/ Ecology/ Botany/ Environmental Sciences/ Ecology. OR M.Sc. in
Coastal Ecosystem/Ecology/Botany/ Environmental Sciences/ Ecology with First class with 65% marks or above + 4 years research experience in the field of coastal ecosystems/ coastal zone
management/ coastal ecosystem modeling

Desirable Qualification : Working experience of satellite remote sensing/GIS, coastal ecosystem modeling and expertise in insitu data collection using ecological methods, knowledge/experience on identification of coastal flora at taxonomic level and computer programming. The candidates will be required to work in an interdisciplinary team for inventory, monitoring and modeling related to coastal ecosystems.
Candidates will be involved in analyzing satellite data along with ancillary / in situ data for 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.

10. 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.

11. Ph.D. in Applied Optics, Optics OR M.Tech. in Applied Optics, Optics 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.

12. 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 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. Scientist/Engineer-SC Rs.15600-39100 (PB-3) + Grade Pay :Rs.5400/- per month.
2. Scientist/Engineer-SD Rs.15600-39100(PB-3) + Grade Pay :Rs. 6600/- per month.

How to apply
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.
3. 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
4. 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.
5. The employees will be governed by New Defined Contribution Pension Scheme.
6. Stipulated experience will be reckonable only after acquiring essential qualification.
7. 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.
8. 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.
9. Selected candidates may have to join the post immediately on being found fit by a Medical
Authority.
10. No correspondence will be entertained with the candidates who are not short-listed for
Interview.
11. The candidates may appear for the interview in Hindi in case they prefer so.
12. Only Indian Nationals need to apply.
13. SAC reserves the right not to fill up any of the posts.
14. Incomplete applications and those received after the due date will be rejected out-right.
15. CANVASSING IN ANY FORM WILL BE A DISQUALIFICATION

Further Info About Scientist/Engineer Vacancies at SAC, ISRO July 2009

Apply Online Site for on line application will be open from 13.07.2009 to 31.07.2009 from 08:00 hours to 20: 00 hours.