Deadline: 30th November, 2012
Country /Region: India
National Council for Science and Technology Communication invites applications for “Rajat Jayanti Vigyan Sancharak Fellowships”. The fellowship accredits Science Communicators with consistent brilliant academic record. Moreover, the fellowship also supports innovative work in selected scientific institutions, universities; S&T based voluntary organizations under the guidance of a senior science communicator.
These are full time fellowships and cannot be taken up with any other assignment. These fellowships are meant to communicate science among various target groups only and not for taking up basic research. The candidates below 35 years on 31st December, 2012 (relaxation by 5 years for Women candidates) possess a graduation or higher degree in science, engineering, medical science, agriculture, information technology, mass communication and others from a recognized university.
The duration of the fellowship will be for one year and will comprise a Stipend of Rs. 12,000 per month (Rs.16,000 in case of a Ph.D. holders) an annual contingency of Rs.30,000 and travel grant of Rs.15,000. Mentors will receive an Honorarium of Rs.20,000 in a year. Applicants are requested to carefully study Annexure I to IV before submitting the proposal. The selection will be made by a Committee of experts and decision of DST will be final.
Applications to be submitted in the format by 30th November, 2012
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