GOVERNMENT OF INDIA

Department of Science and Technology

Appointment of Director, Vigyan Prasar

Vigyan Prasar, an autonomous Institute under the Department of Science and Technology is a dynamic national institute involved in science and technology communication and engaged in developing communication material and strategies for science and technology outreach. Vigyan Prasar invites applications / nominations of eligible persons, for the post of Director. The ideal candidate will be dynamic and have a passion for science and technology communication with substantial experience and achievements in the field, to lead a team of experienced and dedicated officers and staff of the Institute.

The Director will be appointed after obtaining the approval of the Competent Authority based on the recommendations made by the Search-Cum-Selection Committee. The Search-cum-Selection Committee will consider applications received in response to this advertisement as well as nominations received from eminent persons.

Name of the post:

Director

Pay Band:

PB-4; Rs.37400-67000+Rs.10,000(Grade Pay) with allowances as per Central Government Rules.

Mode of Recruitment:

Direct Recruitment failing which by Deputation.

Age:

Not exceeding 52 years. The crucial date for determining the age limit shall be 01 January 2017.

Qualifications & Experience:

Essential:

a) Doctorate in Natural/Agricultural Sciences / Engineering / Technology / Medicine from a recognized university.

b) At least 16 years of experience in R&D / science communication / mass communication in industrial and academic institutions and / or Science and Technology communication organization / publishing houses / media organizations or as faculty / scientist of recognized national / international universities / research institutes / corporate R&D Labs etc. our of which at least 3 years should be in managerial / administrative capacity for science and technology communication programmes, planning and development, budget & finance, coordination and such organizational maters.

c) Demonstrable ability to innovate and evolve new programmes and projects in S&T communication.

Desirable:

Original published work of high standards. ii) Evidence of high professional eminence by way of recognitions like fellowship of academies, national / international awards in science etc.

Eligibility criteria for deputation

a) i) Holding analogous post; or ii) with 05 years regular service in the post in the pay band Rs.37400-67000+8900 (GP) or iii) 7 years regular service in the post carrying pay in the pay band of Rs.37400-67000+8700(GP) or equivalent in central / state governments departments/ autonomous bodies/PSUs etc. and who fulfill all the qualifications and experience prescribed for direct recruitment (the period of deputation shall ordinarily not exceed 3 years).

b) Possessing the essential educational qualifications prescribed for Direct Recruitment.

Main duties and Responsibilities:

a) The Director being academic and administrative head shall implement the mandate and objectives of the society as enshrined in the Memorandum of Association.

b) The Director will have the overall administrative control and will provide high-level leadership.

c) The Director shall promote and coordinate efforts in popularization of science and inculcation of scientific temper among the people, direct efforts at the national level for the development of visual / written material of creative nature, as well as new methods and modes of science communication to enable the masses to comprehend abstract scientific principles and practices.

d) To enthuse and motivate scientists and other officers of the Institute and generate creativity and excellence and create an atmosphere conducive to harmonious functioning of Vigyan Prasar.

e) To interact and establish rapport with national and international, academic and professional institutions, and ensure multi-disciplinary and multi-institutional cooperation towards fulfillment of the objectives of the Institute.

Applications typed on plain paper in the prescribed format may be sent by post to The Registrar, Vigyan Prasar, A-50, Institutional Area, Sector-62, NOIDA 201 309, so as to reach the Institute within 30 days from the publishing of advertisement. Persons employed in Government Departments, Autonomous Organizations and Public Sector Undertakings, should send their applications through proper channel with an advance copy being sent to the above address.

While forwarding the application, duly attested photocopies of certificates in support of qualifications and experience claimed. Please do not send originals.

The envelope containing the application must be superscribed in bold letter as "Application for the post of ..

Somesh C Jhingan

Registrar

APPLICATION PROFORMA

1. Name in full (in block letters) :

2. Present position :

3. Postal Address :

4. E-mail address :

5. Phone Number (Mobile & Landline) :

6. Date of Birth :

7. Permanent Address :

8. Educational Qualifications :

indicating chronologically the

examinations passed

9. Present Pay Band+Grade Pay :

10. Experience :

11. Details of Awards / recognitions

12. Details of Publications (National :

/ International)

13. Details of Books Published :

/ under publication

14. Details of Projects (Completed :

/ in progress)

15. Details of Memberships in Professional

Societies :

16. Any other information. :

I hereby certify that the foregoing information is correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. I have not suppressed any material fact or factual information in the above statement. In case, I have given wrong information, or suppressed any material fact or factual information, then my services are liable to be terminated without giving any notice or reasons thereof. I am not aware of any circumstances which might impair my fitness for employment under Government.

17. Signature of the candidate with date: