dst.gov.in Rajat Jayanti Science Communicator Fellowship 2013 : Department of Science & Technology

Name of the Organisation : Department of Science & Technology (dst.gov.in)
Name of the Fellowship : Rajat Jayanti Science Communicator Fellowship 2013
Location : India

Website : http://www.dst.gov.in/

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Rajat Jayanti Science Communicator Fellowship 2013 :
Applications are invited for twenty “Rajat Jayanti Science Communicator Fellowship” instituted by National Council for Science and Technology Communication, Department of Science & Technology.

The fellowship recognizes Science Communicators with uniformly brilliant academic record and 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.

Eligibility :
The candidates below 35 years on 31.12.2013 (relaxable by 5 years for Women candidates) possess a graduation or higher degree in science, engineering, medical science, agriculture, information technology, mass communication, etc. from a recognized university.

Duration :
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.

Selection Procedure :
Applicants are requested to carefully study Annexure I to IV at website www.dst.gov.in before submitting the proposal. The selection will be made by a Committee of experts and decision of DST will be final.

Application Procedure :
Applications to be submitted in the format by 15th December, 2013 to Head (NCSTC), Department of Science & Technology, Technology Bhavan, New Mehrauli Road, New Delhi – 110016.

Download Application Form Here : https://www.indianjobtalks.in/uploads/4454-RJ_Science-Communicator-Fellowship.pdf

Specimen of certificate and some suggested organizations where Science communicators can be located :
1. Director, Vigyan Prasar + other aided institutions of DST.
2. General Secretary, Indian National Science Academy, other Science & Engineering Academies.
3. Director of Council for Scientific and Industrial Research, Indian Council of Agricultural Research, Indian Council of Medical Research laboratories.
4. Director of Indian Institute of Mass Communication, Media Houses Private and Public Sector communication related organizations, University Depts. Etc.
5. Station Directors, Doordarshan, All India Radio, Gyan Bharti, Gyan Darshan.
6. General Secretary, Science based voluntary organizations.
7. Editor/owner of reputed Magazines, Newspapers.

Illustrative list of projects ideas :
1. Impact assessment of science outreach programmes developing and using innovative instruments.
2. Developing and testing scripts for biodiversity, street theater for raising awareness on health, sanitation, water, etc.
3. Developing modules for trainers in use of low-cost learning/teaching aids for high school science teachers.
4. Developing strategies for promoting innovation among school teachers/students.
5. Comparative study on effectiveness of different means of communication
6. Developing and updating website on popular science.

Last Date : 15th December, 2013

Contact Us :
Department of Science & Technology,
Technology Bhavan, New Mehrauli Road,
New Delhi – 110016
Telephone : +91-11-26567373, 26962819
Fax : +91-11-26864570, 26862418
Email : dstinfo at nic dot in