- Doctoral Degree (Ph.D., MD, etc.) in Science, Engineering, Technology, or Pharma from a recognized university with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks (CGPA ≥ 6.5/10).
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- Four-year Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Natural or Agricultural Sciences, Engineering, or Technology from a recognized university with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks (CGPA ≥ 6.5/10), along with 2-4 years of experience in R&D within industrial and academic institutions.
- Consistent good academic records and knowledge in the relevant area.
- Prior working experience in a similar project.
- Award of Ph.D. before the date of interview.
- GATE/NET/CSIR-JRF/UGC-NET qualified.
- Proficiency in computing skills, drafting, and statistical software modelling.
- At least one Research Paper in a Science Citation Indexed (SCI) Journal.