Indian Institute of Management, IIM, Calcutta announces admission to Post-Doctoral Research Fellowships (PDRFs) from researchers who want to contribute to the theory and practice of management for 2014 session.
The research work during the postdoctoral period should be in areas that are of interest both to the postdoctoral fellows and IIM Calcutta
Duration of PDRF by IIT, Calcutta:
The duration of the fellowship will be for a period of 2 years, with continuation of fellowship in the second year subject to satisfactory performance in the first year
In no case will the fellowship be extended beyond two years
Eligibility for PDRF by IIT, Calcutta:
Candidates with a Ph.D Degree can apply within five years after completion of Ph.D those who have submitted their theses for Ph.D degree may also apply
The thesis must be in appropriate disciplines
Applicants must have a consistently good academic record and demonstrated research potential
The age limit for applicants for the PDRFs will be a maximum of 35 years (this limit may be relaxed by 5 years for women and reserved category)
Selection Process of PDRF by IIT, Calcutta:
The shortlisted candidates will be interviewed and final selection made by a Committee
In selecting the candidates, the Committee will strive to match the research proposals from the candidates with the research interests of internal faculty
Candidates shortlisted for the interview will be reimbursed Return AC –II train fare for the interview
Fellowship Stipend of PDRF by IIT, Calcutta:
Each Fellowship will carry a Stipend of Rs.40,000/ – 45,000/ p.m., consolidated, depending on the level of prior experience of the chosen candidate
In addition, a contingency grant of Rs.50,000/ per annum will be provided
Though five Fellowships are available, the number of positions filled up will depend on the number of suitable candidates identified through the screening process
Application Process: Application forms can be downloaded from www.iimcal.ac.in
The documents to be submitted along with the application form are listed in the application form
Applications must be sent to: Dean (Academic), IIM Calcutta, Joka, D.H Road, Kolkata-700104
The last date for submitting applications is 21st Apr 2014
Interview of short-listed candidates will take place in May 2014
For further more details please visit website www.iimcal.ac.in
Indian Institute of Management Calcutta
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