Vikram A Sarabhai Community Science Centre
(VASCSC)
Requires
Science Communicators
For Science Express - Biodiversity Special
Web: www.sciencexpress.in
Science Express is a unique exhibition train. Its next phase, as Biodiversity Special, is being planned to travel across India from Jan to July 2014, to create awareness on biodiversity, environment and science among students and general public. VASCSS is entrusted by Dept. of Science & Technology, Govt. of India to manage the project.
Science Communicators
For Science Express - Biodiversity Special
Should be adventurous, self motivated and medically fit for long and continuous travel on train.
Role: Include conducting visitors and interpreting exhibits fro them; disseminate information; conduct hands-on activities on the train, on platforms and in local schools; besides facilitating local coordination at halts, managing publicity, etc.
Pay: Consolidated salary in range of Rs 17,000/- to 21,000/- per month depending on qualification, plus daily allowance, free accommodation.
Qualification: Young science postgraduates/ graduates
Experience: Preferably with experience in science communication, environment education, excellent communication skills, knowledge of multiple Indian languages.
Note: Selected candidates need to join immediately. These are short term appointments of up to 7 months, without any break, co-terminus with the project. The job involves continuous travel on the train.
If interested, please apply with CV within 7 days to
Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interviews, at short notice.