ICTS

The International Centre for Theoretical Sciences (ICTS) of the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR), a premier research center (an Autonomous, Grant-in-Aid Institution of the Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India and a Deemed University) is looking for highly motivated and self-driven individuals for the below posts under the unreserved category at its Bengaluru Campus. The required qualifications and experience are given below:

 

Sr. No.	Position	Section	No. of post(s)	Upper age limit (as on 01 January 2025)	Consolidated Monthly Emoluments	Walk-in Date(s) /Apply online
1	Technical Trainee	IT	1	28	23000	09/04/2025
2	Technical Trainee	Web	1	28	23000	09/04/2025
3	Project Scientific Assistant B	IT	1	28	62200	Apply online
4	Project Scientific Assistant B	Outreach	2	28	62200	Apply online

 

1. Technical Trainee - Information Technology (IT)

Essential Qualifications:

• Science Graduate from a recognized University/Institute OR Diploma in Engineering in Computer Science (CS), Information Science (IS), Electronics & Communication (EC), Information Technology (IT), Computer Hardware and Networking and equivalent.

Experience:

• Freshers with relevant skills preferred

Nature of training:

• Setting up, maintenance, and auditing of workstations, laptops, and printers.
• Installing, upgrading, and troubleshooting the IT hardware systems.
• Installation, configuration, and troubleshooting of Windows, Linux, and Mac operating systems and Applications. Hybrid VC setup and handling for meetings and events.

 

2. Technical Trainee - Web Development (Web)

Essential Qualifications:

• Science Graduate from a recognized University/Institute OR Diploma in Engineering in Computer Science (CS), Information Science (IS), Information Technology (IT), and equivalent.

Experience:

• Freshers with relevant skills preferred

Nature of training:

Training in the areas of web development projects, development of Android and IOS apps, Drupal CMS, PHP, MySQL, HTML, CSS, Jquery, JAVA, Javascript, LAMP stack, and various Opensource technologies.

 

3. Project Scientific Assistant B (IT)

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

• Full Time Science Graduate (from a recognized University/Institute with aggregate of 60% marks) in Computer Science (CS), Information Science (IS), Electronics & Communication (EC), Information Technology (IT), Computer Hardware and Networking and equivalent.
  OR
  Full time Diploma in Engineering (from a recognized University/Institute with aggregate of 60% marks) in Computer Science (CS), Information Science (IS), Electronics & Communication (EC), Information Technology (IT), Computer Hardware and Networking and equivalent.
• Knowledge of use of personal computers and its applications.
• Minimum 2 years experience in the similar work profile

Desirable:

• Working knowledge of Windows, Linux and Mac operating systems (installation, configuration & troubleshooting).
• Excellent problem solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team as well as independently.

Job Profile:

This job involves providing administrative support for all the IT related tasks of the Centre. This broadly includes the following functions:-

• Responsible for day-to-day IT requirements i.e. user management, troubleshooting, hardware/software installation, printer deployment, and managing ERP application backups
• Physical maintenance of networking switches, wireless access points, managing CCTV infrastructure and video management server, auditing systems and software, maintaining documentation.
• Coordinating with vendors, handling IP-Phone installation and maintenance, IT procurements, coordinate physical verification of IT equipment
• Any other task assigned by the Centre Director

 

4. Project Scientific Assistant B (Outreach)

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

• Full Time Science Graduate (from a recognized University/Institute with aggregate of 60% marks) in Physical or Mathematical Sciences.
  OR
  Full time Diploma in Engineering (from a recognized University/Institute with aggregate of 60% marks).
• Knowledge of use of personal computers and its applications.
• Minimum 2 years experience in the similar work profile

Desirable:

• Individuals who have experience and broad interest in science education and public outreach.
• Good interpersonal skills, ability to multitask and to work in a team.
• Proficiency in regional languages (especially Kannada) is highly desirable.

Job Profile:

Public outreach is a core mandate of ICTS. The Science Communication Center at ICTS aims to significantly expand its activities in science communication and public outreach. The candidate is expected to:

• Coordinate the logistics of various outreach activities of the Center, such as public lectures and events.
• Coordinate outreach school visits and Math Circle initiative.
• Contribute to other activities of the center, such as science communication through print, electronic, film and social media.
• Assist with outreach events and activities i.e. managing contacts, poster printing and distribution, sending bulk emails, follow-up with colleges, coordinating with ICTS teams

 

General Instructions:

1. All the above posts are tenable at ICTS, Bangalore.

2. Appointments for the above posts at Sr. No. 1 and 2 will be initially for 06 (six) months which may be extended up to 01 (One) year depending upon the individual’s performance and the requirements of the Centre. The tenure, however, could be extended for another year if felt necessary after review and the requirement of the center.
   This trainee scheme is purely a facility for on-job training provided to individuals. Selected candidate(s) will be required to join immediately. Trainees would not have any claim for any permanent or temporary appointment in the institute either during or after the training period.
   No reservation would be applicable as this is purely a training scheme.

3. Appointments for the above posts at Sr. 3 and 4 will be initially for one year which may be extended depending upon the individual’s performance and the requirements of the Centre.

4. Prescribed age and experience should not exceed as on 01 January 2025 for the above posts.

5. Interested candidates for the above posts at Sr No. 1 & 2 should report for the selection process on Wednesday, 09 April 2025 along with their CV and the following original documents for verification along with a photocopy.

   1. Identity Proof (Adhar Card / Election Card / PAN Card / Passport / Driving License).

   2. Resume/CV

   3. Date of birth/ Proof of age.

   4. Educational Qualification (all mark sheets and certificates).

      The qualifications prescribed should have been obtained from recognized Universities/Institutions/Boards. In case Universities/Board award letter grades/CGPA/OGPA, the same will have to be indicated as an equivalent percentage of marks as per the norms adopted by the University/Board. In the absence of the same, the candidature will not be considered.

   5. Experience certificates (if any).
      Reporting time: 10:00 am
      Location: ICTS campus, Hesaraghatta, Bengaluru (please report at the main security gateon arrival).

6. Interested candidates for the above posts at Sr. No. 3 & 4 should Apply Online and submit their application latest by 20 April 2025. Please keep the scanned copies of the following documents before applying online.

   1. Identity Proof (Adhar Card / Election Card / PAN Card / Passport / Driving License).

   2. Resume/CV

   3. Date of birth/ Proof of age.

   4. Educational Qualification (all mark sheets and certificates).
      The qualifications prescribed should have been obtained from recognized Universities/Institutions/Boards. In case Universities/Board award letter grades/CGPA/OGPA, the same will have to be indicated as an equivalent percentage of marks as per the norms adopted by the University/Board. In the absence of the same, the candidature will not be considered.

   5. Experience certificate/s from the employer giving full details such as joining date, position held, salary drawn, the period of employment and reason for leaving etc. Please note that salary slip and appointment/offer letter will not be considered as proof of experience.

7. Incomplete applications in any respect i.e, without a photocopy of the certificate in support of age relaxation, proof of DOB, education certificates, experience certificates, ID proof, caste certificate (if applicable), and applications received after the last date shall not be considered.

8. Post/s for the general category (unreserved) - SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD candidates can also apply. SC, ST, OBC, and EWS candidates applying for unreserved posts are not eligible for age relaxation.

9. The Institute reserves the right to conduct written tests, skill tests, and interviews online/in person or postpone or cancel the entire selection process for any or all posts herein advertised.

10. More vacancies may also be filled through this advertisement. The center also reserves the right not to fill any/some posts herein advertised. Canvassing in any form and/or bringing in any influence, political or otherwise, will be treated as a disqualification for the post.

11. The prescribed Essential Qualifications are a bare minimum and mere possession of the same will not entitle the candidates to be called for appearing in the selection process. The Screening Committee will adopt its own criteria to shortlist the candidates. The Candidates should, therefore, furnish in the relevant field/column all the qualifications and experience that they have acquired over and above the minimum prescribed qualifications. Screening of applications is based on the basis of information furnished online. In case the information furnished is false or no proper documentary evidence could be produced in support of the information furnished online at the time of appearing for the selection process, such candidates will not be allowed to appear for the selection process. The Candidates should, therefore, furnish the information for which they have proper documentary evidence.

12. Before applying for the post, the candidate should ensure that he/she fulfills the eligibility and other criteria. Recruitment authorities would be free to reject applications not fulfilling the requisite criteria, at any stage of recruitment, and if erroneously appointed, such candidates shall be liable to be terminated from service, if appointed.

13. Queries related ONLY to problems occurring while applying online may be sent to recruitment@icts.res.in, mentioning your name, mobile number and the technical problem in the email.

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