Research Jobs in Water Sector

Dear all,

The Institute for Resource Analysis and Policy (IRAP), a national, non-profit research institute working on natural resources, based inHyderabad, is looking for young professionals (2 positions) to work ona project on integrated urban water management in India as ResearchOfficers/Senior Research Officers. The position would be based inHyderabad, but would involve travel to several cities and towns acrossIndia.The appointment would be contractual, and for a period of two years.The salary would be in the range of Rs. 20,000-Rs.32,000 per month(consolidated), depending on the qualifications and experience. Thenresearchers would also be eligible for air travel during officialtrips to distant places.This is a two-year project supported by one of the private foundationsin India. The project aims at developing a tool kit that help plan,design and implement IWRM plans for different urban typologies inIndia. The project will also develop IUWM plan for one of the towns inKarnataka.The candidate should have an academic background (post graduate degreeor diploma) in civil/environmental/public health engineering/environmental planning/ environmental economics or developmenteconomics. Persons with 1-2 years experience, working on water &sanitation or water resources management, would be most preferred.But, fresh graduates are also welcome to apply. The interestedcandidates may send in their detailed CV electronically to M. DineshKumar at dineshcgiar@gmail.com within 4-5 days.

Sincerely,

Dinesh Kumar, Ph. D

Hyderabad

Research Jobs in Water Sector

Dear all,

The Institute for Resource Analysis and Policy (IRAP), a national, non-profit research institute working on natural resources, based inHyderabad, is looking for young professionals (2 positions) to work ona project on integrated urban water management in India as ResearchOfficers/Senior Research Officers. The position would be based inHyderabad, but would involve travel to several cities and towns acrossIndia.The appointment would be contractual, and for a period of two years.The salary would be in the range of Rs. 20,000-Rs.32,000 per month(consolidated), depending on the qualifications and experience. Thenresearchers would also be eligible for air travel during officialtrips to distant places.This is a two-year project supported by one of the private foundationsin India. The project aims at developing a tool kit that help plan,design and implement IWRM plans for different urban typologies inIndia. The project will also develop IUWM plan for one of the towns inKarnataka.The candidate should have an academic background (post graduate degreeor diploma) in civil/environmental/public health engineering/environmental planning/ environmental economics or developmenteconomics. Persons with 1-2 years experience, working on water &sanitation or water resources management, would be most preferred.But, fresh graduates are also welcome to apply. The interestedcandidates may send in their detailed CV electronically to M. DineshKumar at dineshcgiar@gmail.com within 4-5 days.

Sincerely,

Dinesh Kumar, Ph. D

Hyderabad

Training Course on Research Methodology in Social Sciences (September 9 to 18, 2008)

Madhya Pradesh Institute of Social Science Research
(Autonomous Institute of ICSSR, Ministry of Human Resource Development, Govt. of India,
New Delhi and Ministry of Higher Education, Govt. of Madhya Pradesh, Bhopal)
6, Bharatpuri Administrative Zone, Ujjain – 456010
Phone: 0734-2510978 Fax: 0734- 2512450 E-mail: mpissr@yahoo.co.in
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Training Course on
Research Methodology in Social Sciences
(September 9 to 18, 2008)

Sponsored by
Indian Council of Social Science Research, New Delhi
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Introduction
Social science research is characterized by a diversity of theoretical perspectives, substantive orientation, methodological strategies, data collection practices and data analysis techniques. This has made it necessary to provide further training and special courses of study on a continuing basis to college and university teachers and researchers to equip them with advanced methodological skills.
It has been observed that many researchers could not produce research works of high quality because they are either not in touch with the latest research tools and techniques or do not have proper orientation to use the traditional methods efficiently. The problem has further been aggravated by lack of opportunities for the social scientists to refine their methodological skills and to get insight in fresh areas of research in their respective fields. On the other hand the rapid advancement of knowledge in all disciplines of social sciences has made research an activity of solving problems, which adds new dimensions and generalizations on the basis of gathered empirical evidences.
Recognizing this need, Madhya Pradesh Institute of Social Science Research, Ujjain (MPISSR) is organizing a ten days Training Course on Research Methodology in Social Sciences from September 9 to 18, 2008 with the financial help of Indian Council of Social Science Research, New Delhi.
The objectives of this course are to help participants acquire intensive knowledge and understanding appertaining to the research methodology in social sciences about the following: formation, selection and delimitation of a research problem, design of research, sampling, survey tools of research, content analysis, statistical analysis, interpretation and discussion of results and report writing; to enable the participants to select and employ suitable research methods: to conduct and complete their research; to acquaint them with the latest techniques, trends and advancement in research methodology.

Course Content
- Priority Issues of Research in Social Sciences
- Philosophical Issues in Research Methodology
- Issues of Research in Contemporary Social Sciences
- Research Design
- Qualitative Research Methods
- Field Observation in Social Research
- Sampling Techniques
- Formulation of Questionnaire & Interview Schedules
- Participatory Research Methods
- Use of Statistical Methods
- Defining Variables & Measurement
- Interpretation of Results/Findings
- Presentation of Data
- Application of Research Findings
- Computer Application in Social Science Research
- Online Data Searching and Use of Internet
- Data Collection and Analysis
- Language of Research
- Report Writing

Participants
- Social Scientists,
- University/College Teachers, and
- Research Scholars.

Applications are invited on or before 20 August, 2008. Only short-listed candidates will be informed for participation in the course. Lodging and Boarding will be arranged by the Institute only for the participants for the course period. Rail fare (Second Class Sleeper) will be provided to outstation participants.
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For More Details Please Contact

Dr. Yatindra Singh Sisodia
Senior Fellow & Course Coordinator
Madhya Pradesh Institute of Social Science Research
6, Bharatpuri Administrative Zone, Ujjain - 456010 (M.P.)
Phone: 0734 –2510978 (O), 2521940 (R)
Cell: 094253-80127 E-mail: yatindra15@yahoo.com

AWARD OF FELLOWSHIPS

INDIAN INSTITUTE OF ADVANCED STUDY
Rashtrapati Nivas, Shimla 171005
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AWARD OF FELLOWSHIPS

1. Applications for award of Fellowships for advanced research in the following areas are invited:
a. Social, Political and Economic Philosophy;
b. Comparative Indian Literature (including Ancient, Medieval, Modern Folk and Tribal);
c. Comparative Studies in Philosophy and Religion;
d. Comparative Studies in History (including Historiography and Philosophy of History);
e. Education, Culture, Arts including performing Arts and Crafts;
f. Fundamental Concepts and Problems of Logic and Mathematics;
g. Fundamental Concepts and Problems of Natural and Life Sciences;
h. Studies in Environment;
i. Indian Civilization in the context of Asian Neighbours; and
j. Problems of Contemporary India in the context of National Integration and Nation-building.
2. Since the Institute is committed to advanced study, proposals involving empirical work with data collection and fieldwork
would not be considered.
3. Applications from scholars working in, and on, the North Eastern region are encouraged.
4. Scholars belonging to the weaker section of society would be given preference.
5. The Institute shall publish the monographs of the Fellows on completion of their term.
6. The prescribed application form and details of the Fellowship grants payable to the Fellows are available on the website of
the Institute www.iias.org and can also be obtained from the Institute by sending a self-addressed envelop (5x11") with
postage stamp of Rs. 10 affixed. The application on the prescribed form may be sent to the Secretary, Indian Institute of
Advanced Study, Shimla 171005. Applications can also be made on line at www.iias.org.
7. The term of Fellowship would initially be for a period of one year, extendable further, but in no case will it extend beyond two
years.
8. Fellows would be expected to remain in residence from mid March to mid December. Their stay at the Institute during the
remaining months would be optional. They may proceed on Study Tours during this period.
9. The Institute provides fully furnished rent free accommodation to Fellows within the campus. In addition, scholars will be
provided a personal fully furnished study (which may be on sharing basis) with computer and Internet facilities. The Fellows
will not be entitled for any House Rent Allowance (HRA).
10. The Fellows will be provided with free stationary. In addition, they would have access to Institute vehicles for local travel on
payment of nominal charges.
11. On matters of health, Fellows are entitled for free medical treatment at the dispensary of the Institute.
12. It is mandatory for in-service candidates to apply through proper channel.
The Fellowship SelectionCommittee is likely tomeet in the secondweek ofSeptember2008. Thoseinterested can get further details from
the Public Relations Officer of the Institute. He is available on e-mail at proiias@gmail.com

International Conference on Economic Development and Competitiveness – Canada and India

S.N.D.T. Women’s University Mumbai
and Canadian High Commission New Delhi
Organizing
International Conference on
“Economic Development and Competitiveness – Canada and India”
On 3-5 October, 2008

Venue: – Committee Room, S.N.D.T. Women’s University, Churchgate Campus,
Mumbai 400 020
The discussions will be divided into the following sub-themes:
a) Economic Development in Free Society: Canada and India
b) International Framework for Trade and Commerce: Canada and India
c) Mergers and Acquisitions: Canada and India
d) Economic Development and its Impact on Environment
e) Economic Development and Changing Status of Women
f) Comparative Advantages: Literature and Social Studies
g) Comparative Study of Laws Affecting Women: Canada and India
Last date for submitting abstract: September 1st, 2008.
Registration fee: Rs. 750/- (For Indian Outstation Delegates)
Rs. 250/- (For Local Delegates)
Cdn $ 150/- (For Foreign Delegates)
Abstract to be sent as soft copy attachments to the following email id:
sndt.conference2008@gmail.com
The abstracts will be peer reviewed and intimations sent by September 19, 2008.
Contact No: – Dr. G. Y. Shitole – 9322247148
Dr. Ram Sable – 9890012069