LI-EPO - Junior Outreach Coordinator (Stationed at IUCAA)

Salary: Consolidated salary of Rs. 35,000/- p.m.

No. of Post(s): 01 (One) - Unreserved

Age Limit: 30 years (Relaxation as per Govt. of India norms)

Duration of Contract: One Year, extendable to 3-years (Subject to availability of funds)

Qualification & Experience:
Bachelors in Physics/Maths/Astronomy/Engineering, Computer Science or related areas from a recognised University (M.Sc./M.E. will carry further weightage)

Desirable:
(i) Conducting large scale educational events
(ii) Experience in project management
(iii) Handling social media

Skills (Desirable):
(i) Science popularisation / Amateur astronomy
(ii) Proficiency in English, Hindi, Marathi for science communication
(iii) Computer skills including proficiency in using Office and editing software
(iv) Adaptability to urban/rural environment as required for science popularisation
(v) Proactive and social nature, efficient management skills

Job Description & Responsibilities:
• Assist in promotion of LIGO-India via media, social media, newsletters
• Conduct project participation in national/international exhibitions as well as local/national level EPO and press events
• Organise large-scale educational events and programmes for skill-development of engineering/science graduates
• Assist in production and distribution of resource material (posters, exhibits etc.)
• Conduct EPO efforts around LIGO-India site
• Contribute to detailed documentation of various stages of the LIGO-India project.
• Conduct evaluation of effectiveness of LIGO-India EPO activities.

Last Date of Application: July 05, 2023