Autonomous Body of Department of Science and Technology, Govt. of India
Grambharti, Amrapur, Gandhinagar-Mahudi Road Gandhinagar, Gujarat-382650
Tel: 02764 261131/ 32/ 38/ 39; Web. www.nif.org.in
ADVT. NO. 02/2024
National Innovation Foundation - India (NIF) invites applications from highly motivated and eligible professionals for engagement in various contractual positions.
Qualifications and Emoluments:
Sr. No. |
Positions |
No of positions |
Minimum Qualification Required |
Upper Age (Years) |
Emoluments (Rs) |
1 |
Principal Associate |
09 |
Master's Degree in Natural/ Agricultural (Microbiology) Sciences or relevant Social Sciences (Development Studies, Livelihoods, Social Entrepreneurship, Sustainable Development, etc.) or Master Degree in science with patent agent exam qualified or equivalent from a recognised University; and at least six years' experience in the relevant field OR Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Technology or Design from a recognised University or equivalent; and at least six years' experience in the relevant field OR Master's Degree in Engineering or Technology or Design or Veterinary Sciences from a recognised University or equivalent; and at least four years' experience in the relevant field OR Doctoral Degree in Science / Engineering/ Design/ Agriculture/ Veterinary Sciences or relevant Social Sciences (Development Studies, Livelihoods, Social Entrepreneurship, Sustainable Development, etc.) from a recognized University or equivalent; and at least three years' experience in the relevant field. Desirable: Experience in collecting scientific data from the field / prioritizing scientific leads for focused research or development / analyzing data and evaluating/ technologies under field conditions / preparing detailed scientific reports summarizing findings and implications / dissemination of innovative technologies / industry interface / formulation development / publishing research work in national and international journals, ensuring high standards of academic rigor. |
50 |
56,000/- to 75,000/- +HRA |
2 |
Senior Fellow |
09 |
Master's Degree in Natural/ Agricultural Science (Plant Pathology, Plant Breeding, Agronomy, Horticulture or Business Administration and at least three years' experience in the relevant field. OR Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Technology or Design from a recognised University or equivalent; and at least three years' experience in the relevant field OR Master's Degree in Engineering or Technology or Design or Master degree in science with patent agent exam qualified from a recognised University or equivalent; and at least one-year experience in the relevant field OR Doctoral Degree in Science / Engineering Design/ Agriculture from a recognised University Desirable: Experience in collecting scientific data from the field / prioritizing scientific leads for focused research or development. Analyzing data and evaluating technologies under field conditions, formulation development / preparing business plans / dissemination of innovative technologies. |
45 |
47,000/- to 66,000/- +HRA |
3 |
Junior Associate |
08 |
Master's Degree in Natural Science/ Social Sciences (Development studies, Social Entrepreneurship, Sustainable Development, etc.) / Communication and at least two years' experience in the relevant field OR Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Technology or Design from a recognised University or equivalent; and at least two years' experience in the relevant field OR Master's Degree in Engineering or Technology or Design or Master degree in science with patent agent exam qualified or equivalent from a recognised University Desirable: Experience in collecting scientific data from the field, prioritizing scientific leads for focused research or development, dissemination of innovative technologies. |
35 |
44,000/- to 58,000/- +HRA |
4 |
Junior Fellow |
12 |
Master's Degree in Natural Science / Agricultural / M Pharm/ Social Sciences (Livelihoods, Social Entrepreneurship, Development studies) / Communication OR Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical / Agriculture Engineering) from a recognised University or equivalent. |
35 |
35,000/- to 44,000/- +HRA |
5 |
Manager – Administration |
02 |
Post Graduate Degree/Diploma in Human Resource Management/ Public Administration/ Mass Communication/ Journalism, and other related subjects with least three years of experience in handling administration, finance, store and purchase etc. Desirable : Experience in Store and Purchase handling, Assets management, Inventory Management |
45 |
44,000/- to 55,000/- [Consolidated] |
6 |
Manager – Finance |
02 |
CA/ ICWA/ CFA/ Post Graduate Degree/Diploma in Finance/ Public Administration and other related subjects with specialization in Finance and having at least three years of experience in handling Finance, administration, store and purchase etc. Desirable : Experience in the field of statutory Compliances, audit and inspections, regulatory requirements etc. |
45 |
44,000/- to 55,000/- [Consolidated] |
The upper age is relaxable for SC/ST/OBC/PH candidates as per Central Government norms. The Institute may (a) Vary the number of candidates eventually recruited depending on the needs of the organization (b) Give relaxation in qualification, experience and the upper age limit in case of deserving candidates. All the positions are contractual initially for two years and depending upon performance shall be renewed. The location of the activities/posting can be anywhere in India. Leaves and other benefits can be as per institutional norms.
The applications in prescribed format can be sent by an email to jobs@nifindia.org along with two reference letters, and a note explaining the suitability for post applied by 9 December 2024. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for appearing in interview.
Director
National Innovation Foundation - India
Grambharti, Amrapur,
Gandhinagar-Mahudi Road, Gandhinagar, Gujarat
Pin: 382650; Tel: 02764261131/ 32/ 38/ 39,E-mail: jobs[at]nifindia[dot]org