RRI invites applications/nominations, from eminent academicians/researchers with substantial
experience and achievements in the area of Physical Sciences for the position of Director by
Direct Recruitment or Deputation.
The incumbent will be appointed on Direct Recruitment/Deputation basis, on a contract basis
for maximum of five years or until the age of superannuation, whichever is earlier, as per the
Government of India norms. The present age of superannuation is 60 years.
The position carries the apex scale of pay level 17, i.e. ₹2,25,000/- per month as per the
Revised Pay Rules, 2016 of the Government of India.
The applicant’s/nominee’s age should not exceed 56 years and she/he is an Indian Citizen.
The crucial date for determination of age limit is 01st January 2020.
Educational Qualification:
Essential: Doctorate in Physical Sciences. Post-Doctoral Research. Original published work of
high standard and/or National and International Patents.
Desirable: Evidence of high professional eminence by way of recognitions like fellowship of
academies and national/international awards in science and technology.
Experience:
For Direct Recruitment: (a) At least 25 years of experience in R&D in academic
institutions/research institutions (including post-doctoral period) and/or science and
technology organisations or as faculty/scientist of recognised national/international
universities/research institutes/corporate R&D Labs etc., out of which at least 6 years should
be in managerial/administrative capacity for science and technology programmes, planning
and development, budget and finance, coordination and such organisational matters. (b) R&D
experience in any of the domain area/s of research/activities in Physical Sciences.