Position: Executive (Outreach and Digital Media)
Type: Fixed Term
Vacancies: 1
Age Limit: 28 years as of 01.07.2024
Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications
About NCBS
The National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS) is a premier research institute under the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR), focusing on life sciences research. With a significant expansion in Ecology and Evolution programs, NCBS has established a Collections Facility for museum-based research, leveraging fieldwork and specimen collection across diverse biogeographic zones in India.
Essential Qualifications & Experience:
- Education: Post-graduate degree in Life Science from a recognized university.
- Skills:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Proven ability to create diverse content for various audiences.
- Basic skills in video editing and graphic design.
- Strong organizational, time management, and prioritization abilities.
- Capacity to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Experience: Minimum 2 years in writing and producing audio-visual content as a Science Communicator in a research institute or reputable organization.
Roles & Responsibilities:
- Research and write engaging science stories about campus activities.
- Collaborate with the team to create scripts and develop audio-visual content for NCBS’s social media.
- Assist the communications team in organizing outreach and public engagement events, including Open Days and campus tours.
- Support day-to-day activities and report preparation.
General Instructions:
- Selection Process: May include a written test and/or interview. Changes will be communicated in advance.
- Application Requirements: Incomplete applications or those without supporting documents (educational qualifications, experience certificates, etc.) will not be considered.
- Age Relaxation: Candidates eligible for age relaxation should submit applications by post, including relevant certificates.
- Application Submission: Online applications are accepted until 10th October 2024. Candidates seeking age relaxation must send applications by post to:
- Head (A&F)
- National Centre for Biological Sciences
- Tata Institute of Fundamental Research
- GKVK Post, Bellary Road, Bangalore: 560065
- (Super scribe the envelope with the post applied for, Advertisement No., and Serial Number)
Additional Information:
- NCBS is committed to workplace diversity and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
- The decision of the competent authority regarding selection will be final.
- For any updates, candidates should regularly check the NCBS website.
- No correspondence will be entertained regarding postal delays or selection processes.
Apply Now!
For more details, visit the NCBS official website. Don’t miss the chance to be a part of groundbreaking research and outreach in life sciences!