Ashoka-Axis Post Doctoral Programme
The Ashoka-Axis Post Doctoral Programme provides a prestigious opportunity for individuals to undertake post-doctoral research at Ashoka University.
Applicants are encouraged to visit the Chemistry Department’s faculty web pages to understand different areas of research. Before starting the application, candidates are required to contact a faculty member in the Chemistry Department to discuss research interests and gain approval.
Required documents to complete the application process
- A cover letter providing the name of the mentor and indicating the overlap of research interests with the mentor’s research
- CV of the applicant, providing academic trajectory, published papers, and the names of 3 referees
- Copy of PhD and master’s degree certificate and any other relevant documents (previous work experience certificate if any)
- A joint proposal with the mentor containing a brief (2 pages or fewer), single spaced, including background, key objectives and significance) description of the proposed research project.
- Two letters of recommendation from among the referees listed
Procedures
The applications will be reviewed by a committee through the Department of Chemistry. Selected applications will further be called for the interview.
Once a candidate has been selected, the Chemistry Department will decide on a joining date. Based on a satisfactory performance evaluation, the contract can be renewed for an additional year.
Salary
A candidate with less than two years of experience (post-PhD) will receive INR 80,000 per month + 9% HRA along with medical insurance coverage of INR 1.5 lakh.
A candidate with more than two years of experience (post-PhD) will receive INR 1,00,000 lac per month + 9% HRA, along with medical insurance of INR 1.5 lakh.
For any additional queries, please write to phd.chemistry@ashoka.edu.in
