ARI Pune - Scholarship Scheme for Women Scientists

The Scholarship Scheme for Women Scientists for societal programmes is an initiative of the Department of Science & Technology. This scheme is addressed to women scientists and technologists who have a “break in their careers” due to social responsibilities but have desire to return to mainstream science and work as bench-level scientists.



This scheme is addressed to women scientists and technologists who have a “break in their careers” due to social responsibilities but have desire to return to mainstream science and work as bench-level scientists. Women scientists desiring to apply for this scheme are required to develop research project/ proposals for disseminating science and technological solutions addressing issues at the grass roots for societal benefits.

Who Can Apply :
1. Who are Indian nationals living in India, 2. Who are currently not employed in permanent position/candidate should not be on contractual / Temporary position at the time of joining the project. 3. Whose age is below 55 years at the time of applying. 4. Who possess one of the following qualifications: Ph.D. or masters degree in science or Bachelors/ master's degree in engineering / technology, architecture, medicine / pharmacy / Veterinary

Who Are Not Eligible :
a. Candidate already having a permanent job or fellowship will not be considered. b. Candidates who are already registered for Ph.D are not eligible as this is not a Ph.D fellowship.

Duration of Fellowship :
The scholarship will be given initially for duration of three years. The period may be extended till the five years, if recommended by Experts during periodic reviews.

Selection Mechanism :
A Committee of Experts will be involved in the selection process. The two-tier selection process will be adopted involving initial screening and subsequent individual presentation by the screened-in candidates before a group of Experts. The selected candidates will be informed by post.

Last Date: 15 March 12

Click Here For More Details:
http://www.aripune.org/wos2012.pdf

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