The position is for two years normally renewable to a third year. Applicants must have obtained a Ph.D. in Physics or Astronomy within the last five years. Applicants with interest in instrumentation for radio astronomy can also apply. RAL has ongoing activities related to development of a new radio telescope. Post Docotoral appointees will have access to the GMRT and other National and International open observing facilities.
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Higher fellowships are offered to candidates with post-doctoral experience. Accommodation at a nominal charge and limited relocation expenses will be provided. Applicants who wish to pursue research in instrumentation for Radio Astronomy may also apply. RRI is a premier research institute in India conducting basic research and Ph.D. programs in several areas of Physics in addition to Theoretical and Observational Astronomy. The Radio Astronomy Laboratory has advanced facilities for instrumentation with on going activities related to development of a new radio telescope.