Junior Research Fellow Recruitment in Computer Applications at NIT Tiruchirappalli 2024

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Job Description

National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli: Junior Research Fellow Position

The National Institute of Technology (NIT), Tiruchirappalli invites applications for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF). This research-based faculty recruitment is an exciting opportunity for qualified candidates to contribute to the field of cybersecurity in the project Deceptive Defenses: Exploring Cyber Deception in Fortifying the Indian Power Grid Against Ransomware Attacks. This project, under the guidance of Dr. Ghanshyam S. Bopche, aims to improve cyber defenses against ransomware threats, supported by the Power Grid Centre of Excellence in Cyber Security (PGCoE) at IISc Bengaluru.

Position Details

  • Position: Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
  • Department: Computer Applications, NIT Tiruchirappalli
  • Project Title: Deceptive Defenses: Exploring Cyber Deception in Fortifying the Indian Power Grid Against Ransomware Attacks
  • Funding Agency: Power Grid Centre of Excellence in Cyber Security (PGCoE), IISc Bengaluru
  • Duration: 2 Years
  • Number of Positions: 01
  • Principal Investigator: Dr. Ghanshyam S. Bopche (Assistant Professor)
  • Co-Principal Investigator: Dr. G. R. Gangadharan (Professor)

Essential Qualifications

Applicants must meet the following essential qualifications for the teaching position:

  • Undergraduate Degree: B.E/B.Tech (Computer Science & Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or equivalent) / BCA / B.Sc. (Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent).
  • Postgraduate Degree: M.E/M.Tech/MS (Computer Science & Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Data Analytics, AI & ML, AI & Data Science, or equivalent) / MCA / M.Sc. (Computer Science, Data Science, Analytics, or equivalent).
    • Minimum Marks: 60% or CGPA ≥ 6.5/10 in both UG and PG.
    • National Level Test Score: Valid GATE or CSIR-UGC NET (including lectureship – Assistant Professorship).

Desirable Qualification:

  • Knowledge in System Programming, Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence, and Machine Learning.

Age Limit:

  • Candidates should be below 32 years of age. (Relaxations apply as per Government of India norms for SC/ST/OBC/Women/PWD candidates.)

Salary/Emoluments:

  • ₹37,000 + 18% HRA per month

Important Dates

  • Interview Notification: Shortlisted candidates will receive an interview notification via email.
  • Application Deadline: 15.11.2024 by 05:00 PM

How to Apply for Junior Research Fellow Recruitment in Computer Applications at NIT Tiruchirappalli:

Eligible candidates can apply by following these steps:

  1. Fill Google Form by clicking on the Apply Now button.
  2. Send Documents: After completing the form, email a single PDF containing:
    • Duly filled application (only in prescribed format – Form No. 8)
    • Latest resume
    • All relevant supporting documents
    • Naming format: Your-Name_Date-of-Birth.pdf
  3. Email Submission: Send to bopche@nitt.edu with the subject line “JRF Application for the PGCoE Project.”
  4. Clarifications: For any clarification, contact bopche@nitt.edu with “Clarification on JRF Application for the PGCoE Project” in the subject line.

Important Notes

  • Eligibility Verification: Candidates must ensure they meet all eligibility requirements before applying.
  • Selection Process: Shortlisting based on academic record, research potential, and relevant experience. Final selection will be through an interview.
  • TA/DA: No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
  • Document Verification: Candidates must bring original certificates for verification at the time of the interview.

Additional Benefits:

Selected candidates may register for a Ph.D. program at NIT Tiruchirappalli, adhering to the institute’s regulations.

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