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 Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS)
(an Autonomous Body under the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES), Govt of India)
“Ocean Valley”, Pragathi Nagar (BO), Nizampet (SO), Hyderabad, Telangana - 500090

Advt. No. INCOIS/RMT/01/2024

The Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS), an Autonomous Body
under the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES), Govt. of India is a knowledge and information
technology enterprise for the oceanic realm, pursuing focused programmes in the areas of
Ocean Observations, Ocean Modeling Ocean Information & Advisory Services including
Tsunami Early Warning. More details about INCOIS are available at www.incois.gov.in.

Online applications are invited from eligible Indian Nationals for engagement on contract basis
against the following temporary positions in the projects approved for the period 2021- 26 by
Govt. of India. The positions will be initially for a period of one year, extendable based on
performance/project requirement on year-to-year basis till March 2026 or co-terminus with the
projects whichever is earlier. Details about the positions, reservation, consolidated
emoluments, academic qualifications, age, experience, and responsibilities of the contract
positions, format of application and other general conditions are given below:

Sl. Name of the position Reservation Total

No. UR SC ST OBC EWS
1. Project Scientist III 01 -- -- -- -- 01

2. Project Scientist II 12 -- -- -- -- 12

3. Project Scientist I 9 4 2 4 4 23

4. Expert / Consultant (Scientific) 02 -- -- -- -- 02

5. Expert / Consultant ( Admin) 01 -- -- -- -- 01

Category: Project Scientist – III; No. of Posts: 01; Reservations: Not Applicable/ NIL
Post Code: 01
Name of the Post: Project Scientist – III
No. of Posts: 01 (One)
Age Limit: 45 Years
Consolidated Monthly Emoluments: Rs. 78,000 + HRA.
Essential Qualifications : Master’s Degree in Oceanography/ Ocean Engineering/
& Experience: Physical Oceanography/ Climate Sciences/ Meteorology/
Atmospheric Sciences from a recognized university/institute
with first class and at least 60% of marks in the qualifying
degree.
AND
7(Seven) years of experience in one or more of the following
areas proven through SCI publications in the field relevant to
the job description:

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  Experience in Biogeochemistry modeling or analysis
of biogeochemical data.
 Experience in handling of large volume of data and
data processing (in-situ, remote sensing, climate,
model simulations, etc.) and conversant with data
format like NetCDF, HDF, GRIB, GrADS etc. and use
of professional data visualization software and
statistical packages.

Desirable : Ph.D. in Oceanography/ Ocean Engineering/ Physical

Qualifications: Oceanography/ Atmospheric Sciences/ Climate Sciences/
Meteorology from a recognized university.
Responsibilities : Responsibilities will include one or more of the following
activities:

 Work towards the objectives of various projects /

programmes of INCOIS to prepare climate change
assessment of ecosystem/biogeochemical state of the
Indian Ocean and coastal waters of India.
 Work onboard boats/ships at sea.
 24/7 shift operations.
 R&D and teaching activities.
 Publish results in high-quality, peer-reviewed journals.
 Teach relevant courses in the International Training
Centre for Operational Oceanography

Any other job that may be assigned from time to time.

Category: Project Scientist – II; No. of Posts: 12; Reservations: Not Applicable/ NIL
Post Code: 02
Name of the Post: Project Scientist – II
No. of Posts: 6 (Six)
Age Limit: 40 Years
Consolidated Monthly Emoluments: Rs. 67,000 + HRA.
Essential Qualifications : Master’s Degree in Atmospheric Sciences/ Climate Sciences/
& Experience: Meteorology / Physical Oceanography/ Oceanography/
Ocean Engineering from a recognized university/institute
with first class and at least 60% of marks in the qualifying
degree.
AND

3 (three) years of experience in one or more of the following

areas proven through SCI publications in the field relevant to
the job description:

 Ocean observations (in situ, Remote Sensing, ship

based), laboratory analysis, processing of high-
resolution ocean/atmospheric data including bio-
optical, physico-chemical & fisheries data, process
studies, etc.

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  Research experience in Climate Projections / Decadal
prediction / Earth system modelling/ Climate
modelling / Coupled (ocean atmosphere)
modelling/Cyclone modelling / Climate variability /
Atmosphere dynamics/Ocean dynamics/Air Sea
interaction/ Data Assimilation.

 Data analysis software (Ferret, python, GrADS, ODV

etc.,), programming languages (Matlab, Python, R,
C/C++, Fortran, Shell scripting etc.), AI & ML
applications, Ensemble techniques, GIS Application
development (Arc Engine, ArcGIS Server, Open-
Source GIS tools etc.), Satellite Data processing
(SeaDAS etc.). Knowledge in LINUX / UNIX
platforms.

 Experience in handling of large volume of data and

data processing (in-situ, remote sensing, climate
model simulations, etc.) and conversant with data
format like NetCDF, HDF, GRIB etc. and use of
professional data visualization software and statistical
packages.

 Experience in participation in scientific cruises at the

sea, handling (deployment, recovery, and preliminary
data analysis) of the oceanographic instruments at sea,
experience in instrument testing, assembly,
calibration, and configuration of oceanographic
platform / gadgets such as Deep Sea Glider, Deep
Profiling Argo Float, Wave Drifters, moorings, Tide
Gauges, CTD, uCTD, VMP, Lagrangian float, ADCP,
ECFS, DCFS, ASIMET, Radiosonde observation etc.

 Experience in Teaching at Graduate or Post Graduate

level / training in the fields of Atmospheric Sciences /
Climate Sciences / Meteorology/ Physical
Oceanography.

Desirable : Ph.D. in Oceanography/ Ocean Engineering/ Physical

Qualification: Oceanography/ Atmospheric Sciences/ Meteorology/ Climate
Sciences from a recognized university.

Responsibilities : Responsibilities will include one or more of the following

activities:

 Ocean observations (in situ, Remote Sensing, ship based),

laboratory analysis, processing of high-resolution
ocean/atmospheric data including bio-optical, physico-
chemical & fisheries data, process studies, etc.
 Development / improvement/ fine tuning of Ocean
/atmospheric /coastal /sea-ice /ecosystem modelling and
coupled ocean-ecosystem, coupled ocean-atmospheric
models for ocean circulation, waves, storm surges,

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 tsunamis, tides, oil spills, etc for providing operational
services, climate projections, decadal predictions etc.
 Study Indian Ocean cyclones and cyclogenesis/indicators,
intensity and frequency and variability using
CMIP6/CMIP5 decadal hindcasts, historical simulations
and projections.
 Data analysis software (Ferret, python, GrADS, ODV
etc.,), programming languages (Matlab, Python, R,
C/C++, Fortran, Shell scripting etc.), AI&ML
applications, Ensemble techniques, GIS Application
development (Arc Engine, ArcGIS Server, open source
GIS tools etc.), Satellite Data processing (SeaDAS etc.).
 Experience in handling of large volume of data
acquisition, quality control, data processing (in-situ,
remote sensing, climatology, etc.) and analysis with
conversant with data format like NetCDF, HDF, GRIB,
GrADS etc.
 Research publications in reputed peer-reviewed SCI
publications.
 Handling and participating on various scientific cruises
for deployment and recovery of various autonomous and
non-autonomous observing platforms in Sea.
 24/7 shift operations.
 R&D and teaching activities.
 Teach relevant courses in the International Training
Centre for Operational Oceanography.

Any other job that may be assigned from time to time.

Post Code: 03
Name of the Post: Project Scientist – II
No. of Posts: 02 (Two)
Age Limit: 40 Years
Consolidated Monthly Emoluments: Rs. 67,000 + HRA.
Essential Qualifications Master’s Degree in Oceanography/ Ocean Engineering/
& Experience: Atmospheric Sciences /Climate Sciences / Meteorology /
Physical Oceanography from a recognized university/institute
with first class and at least 60% of marks in the qualifying
degree.
AND

3 (three) years of experience in one or more of the following

areas proven through SCI publications in the field relevant to
the job description:

 Research experience in Climate Projections/ Decadal

prediction/ Earth system modelling/ Climate
modelling / Coupled (ocean atmosphere) modelling /
Cyclone modelling/ Climate variability /Atmosphere
dynamics /Ocean dynamics /Air Sea interaction.
 Experience in handling of large volume of data and
data processing (in-situ, remote sensing, climate
model simulations, etc.) and conversant with data

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 format like NetCDF, HDF, GRIB etc. and use of
professional data visualization software and statistical
packages.
 Experience in Teaching at Graduate or Post Graduate
level / training in the fields of Atmospheric Sciences /
Climate Sciences / Meteorology/ Physical
Oceanography.

Desirable Ph.D. in Oceanography/ Ocean Engineering/ Physical

Qualification: Oceanography/ Atmospheric Sciences/ Meteorology/ Climate
Sciences from a recognized university.

Responsibilities Developing decadal prediction of tropical cyclones,

developing strategies for projection of tropical cyclones,
handling decadal prediction system, analyzing large climate
model projections and predictions etc.

Recruited Scientist may be posted in IITM, Pune.

Post Code: 04
Name of the Post: Project Scientist – II
No. of Posts: 02 (One)
Age Limit: 40 Years
Consolidated Monthly Emoluments: Rs. 67,000 + HRA.

Essential Qualifications Master’s Degree in Geomatics / Geoinformatics/ Remote

& Experience: Sensing & GIS/ Geospatial Sciences/Spatial Information
Technology/ Environmental Engineering from a recognized
university/institute with first class and at least 60% of marks
in the qualifying degree.

AND
3 (three) years of experience in one or more of the following
areas proven through SCI publications in the field relevant to
the job description:

 Experience in teaching/Research in the field of marine

and coastal geospatial/Remote Sensing/GIS
applications.
 Experience in AI/ML techniques for earth science
applications
 Experience in remote sensing and data analysis using
software (ArcGIS, ArcView, QGIS etc) and
programming languages (eg: Matlab, C, Fortran etc.)

Desirable Ph.D. in Geomatics / Geoinformatics/ Remote Sensing/ GIS/

Qualifications: Geospatial Science/ Environmental Engineering or similar
fields from a recognized university.

Responsibilities Responsibilities will include one or more of the following

activities:
 R & D in Remote sensing and Geographical Information
Systems and their applications.
 Assist in development of GIS based solutions in

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 operational services as well as to support in R&D
activities.
 Assist in enhancing ocean information and advisory
services related to Marine ecosystem, Ocean-genic
disasters, Coastal Geo-Spatial, etc.
 Teach relevant courses in the International Training
Centre for Operational Oceanography.

Any other scientific/technical jobs that may be assigned from

time to time.

Post Code: 05
Name of the Post: Project Scientist – II
No. of Posts: 01 (One)
Age Limit: 40 Years
Consolidated Monthly Emoluments: Rs. 67,000 + HRA

Essential Qualifications : Master’s Degree in Computer Science/ Information

& Experience: Technology/ Computer Applications OR Bachelor’s Degree
in Engineering or Technology in Computer
Science/Information Technology from a recognized
university/institute with first class and at least 60% of marks
in the qualifying degree.
AND

3 (three) years of experience in one or more of the following

areas for developing software applications using:

 Java, J2EE, Struts, Spring, Spring Boot and REST API,

proficiency in HTML5, Bootstrap, JavaScript, Angular
JS, ReactJS, TypeScript, PHP, WebGIS development and
integration using open source GIS tools and jQuery,
proficiency in databases like IBM DB2, Oracle,
PostgreSQL and MySQL, Python, Content Management
Software (CMS) expertise in the Application & Database
Server Management on Linux/Unix/Windows
environments.

Desirable : Ph. D. in Computer Science/ Information Technology from a

Qualification: recognized university.

Responsibilities : Responsibilities will include one or more of the following

activities:
 Design, develop and maintain application software (web,
standalone applications, dashboards, mobile apps, etc.)
 24/7 shift operations.
 R&D and teaching activities.

Any other job that may be assigned from time to time.

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Post Code: 06
Name of the Post: Project Scientist – II
No. of Posts: 01 (One)
Age Limit: 40 Years
Consolidated Monthly Emoluments: Rs. 67,000 + HRA

Essential Qualifications : Master’s Degree in Business Administration/ Management

& Experience: Studies from a recognized university
AND
3 (three) years of experience in one or more of the following
areas:
 Business development/ marketing of various products in
operational oceanographic services supported by relevant
documents/project reports etc.
 Experience with data analysis/market study on fishery
resources or ocean services using computer aided
statistical techniques.

Desirable : Ph. D. in Management Studies from a recognized university.

Qualifications
Responsibilities : Responsibilities will include one or more of the following
activities:

 Business development projects (including

commercialization, marketing, Sales, etc.) and user
engagement.
 Interact with relevant industries and identity requirements
of industries with regard to existing products and services
of INCOIS.
 Assess demand for new products and services.
 Carryout systematic analysis of the data collected and
identify areas of future focus by INCOIS.
 24/7 shift operations.
 R&D and teaching activities.

Any other job that may be assigned from time to time.

Category: Project Scientist – I; No. of Posts: 23; Reservations: UR:9, SC:4, ST:2,
OBC:4, EWS:4

Post Code: 07
Name of the Post: Project Scientist – I
No. of Posts: 7 (Seven)
Age Limit: 35 Years
Consolidated Monthly Emoluments: Rs. 56,000 + HRA.

Essential : Master’s Degree in Atmospheric Sciences / Climate Sciences

Qualifications: / Meteorology / Physical Oceanography/ Oceanography from
a recognized university/institute with first class and at least
60% of marks in the qualifying degree.

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Desirable : Ph.D. in Physical Oceanography/ Oceanography/
Qualifications & Meteorology/ Atmospheric Sciences/ Climate sciences.
Experience:
Two (2) years of experience in one or more of the following
areas proven through SCI publications in the field relevant to
the job description:

 Ocean observations (in situ, Remote Sensing, ship based),

laboratory analysis, processing of high-resolution
ocean/atmospheric data. End-to-end handling of ocean
observing platforms / instruments.

 Development / improvement of Ocean/ atmospheric/

coastal/ sea-ice/ ecosystem modelling or coupled ocean-
ecosystem, coupled ocean-atmospheric models for ocean
circulation.

 Handling of large volume of data acquisition, quality

control, data processing (in-situ, remote sensing,
climatology, etc.) and analysis with conversant with data
format like NetCDF, HDF, GRIB, GrADS etc.

 Data analysis software (Ferret, Python, GrADS, GMT,

ODV etc.), programming languages (Matlab, Python, R, C,
C++, Fortran, etc.), AI&ML applications, Ensemble
techniques, GIS Application development (Arc Engine,
ArcGIS Server, open source GIS tools etc.), Satellite Data
processing (SeaDAS).

 Development / improvement of operational advisory and

forecast services, their impact assessment, user engagement
and interaction, business development, etc.

 Experience in instrument testing, assembly, calibration, and

configuration of oceanographic platform / gadgets such as
CTD, uCTD, VMP, Lagrangian float, ADCP, ECFS,
DCFS, ASIMET, Radiosonde observation, Deep Sea
Glider, Deep Profiling Argo Float, Wave Drifters etc.

 Handling (deployment, recovery and preliminary data

analysis) and participating on various scientific cruises
(including logistics support) for deployment and recovery
of various autonomous and non-autonomous observing
platforms in Sea.

Responsibilities :  Ocean observations (in situ, Remote Sensing, ship based),

processing of high-resolution ocean/atmospheric data,
process studies, etc. Data Quality control and analysis. End-
to-end handling of ocean observing platforms / instruments.

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  Modelling of Physical and Biogeochemical state of Indian
Ocean.

 Climate modeling using OGCMs.

 Enhancement of ocean information and advisory services

related to Marine ecosystem, Ocean State Forecast,
Oceanogenic disasters, Coastal Geo-Spatial, Ocean Data
etc.

 Provide operational ocean state forecasts, interact with

users of OSF and take feedback on operational services.

 Handling (deployment, recovery and preliminary data

analysis) and participating on various scientific cruises
(including logistics support) for deployment and recovery
of various autonomous and non-autonomous observing
platforms in Sea.

 Work onboard boats/ships at sea.

 24/7 shift operations.

 R&D and teaching activities.

Post Code: 08
Name of the Post: Project Scientist – I
No. of Posts: 01 (One)
Age Limit: 35 Years
Consolidated Monthly Emoluments: Rs. 56,000 + HRA.

Essential Qualifications Master’s Degree in Physics/ Mathematics from a recognized

& Experience: university/institute with first class and at least 60% of marks
in the qualifying degree.

Desirable Ph.D. in Oceanography/ Physical Oceanography/

Qualification: Atmospheric Sciences/ Meteorology/ Climate Sciences from
a recognized university.

Two (2) years of experience in one or more of the following

areas proven through SCI publications in the field relevant to
the job description:

 Research experience in Climate Projections/ Decadal

prediction/ Earth system modelling/ Climate
modelling / Coupled (ocean atmosphere)
modelling/Cyclone modelling/Climate
variability/Atmosphere dynamics/Ocean
dynamics/Air Sea interaction.
 Experience in handling of large volume of data and
data processing (in-situ, remote sensing, climate
model simulations, etc.) and conversant with data

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 format like NetCDF, HDF, GRIB etc. and use of
professional data visualization software and statistical
packages.

 Experience in Teaching at Graduate or Post Graduate

level / training in the fields of Atmospheric Sciences /
Climate Sciences / Meteorology/ Physical
Oceanography.

Responsibilities Developing decadal prediction of tropical cyclones,

developing strategies for projection of tropical cyclones,
handling decadal prediction system, analyzing large climate
model projections and predictions etc.

Recruited Scientist may be posted in IITM, Pune.

Post Code: 09
Name of the Post: Project Scientist – I
No. of Posts: 01 (One)
Age Limit: 35 Years
Consolidated Monthly Emoluments: Rs. 56,000 + HRA.
Essential : Master’s Degree in Geophysics / Marine Geophysics from a
Qualifications: recognized university / institute with first class and at least
60% of marks in the qualifying degree.

Desirable : Ph.D in Geophysics from a recognized university.

Qualifications &
Experience: Two (2) years of experience in one or more of the following
areas proven through SCI publications in the field relevant to
the job description:

 Seismological data processing, analysis, geophysics

related studies, tsunami sciences etc.
 Experience in handling GNSS and SMA observatories
and data interpretation
 Tsunami’s detection and analysis of seismic events
 Tsunami modelling, R&D and teaching activities.

Responsibilities :  Seismic data analysis for improving the earthquake source

parameters and provide timely advisories in operational
services.

 R&D support to the operations.

 Supporting tsunami advisories, scientific and technical
documentation.
 24X7 operational activities.
 R&D and teaching activities.

Any other scientific/technical jobs that may be assigned from

time to time.

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Post Code: 10
Name of the Post: Project Scientist – I
No. of Posts: 02 (Two)
Age Limit: 35 Years
Consolidated Monthly Emoluments: Rs. 56,000 + HRA.
Essential : Master’s Degree in Biological Oceanography / Marine
Qualifications: Biology/ Marine Chemistry/ Hydrochemistry/ Marine
Sciences from a recognized university/institute with first class
and at least 60% of marks in the qualifying degree.

Desirable : Ph.D in Biological Oceanography / Marine Biology / Marine

Qualifications & Chemistry/ Hydrochemistry/ Marine Sciences from a
Experience: recognized university.

Two (2) years of experience in one or more of the following

areas proven through SCI publications in the field relevant to
the job description:

 Habitat studies of economically important fish

species.
 Remote Sensing and GIS for Fisheries Management,
Fish Stock Assessment, fishery modeling (habitat
suitability models, ecosystem models, etc.), fishery
capture technologies,
 R&D in marine capture fisheries.
 Use of field equipment (physico-chemical and bio-
optical instruments / sampling gears), physico-
chemical and bio-optical sample collection, laboratory
equipment for onboard analysis at sea and in land.
 Analysis and interpretation of biogeochemical data
and its quality control, analytical experience in marine
primary productivity and phytoplankton taxonomy,
and use of instruments viz. nutrient auto analyzer,
IRMS, HPLC, etc.
 Handling ocean colour satellite data, proficiency in
programing language/data analysis software's such as
SeaDAS, Ferret, FORTRAN/ C /python/MATLAB
and shell script.

Responsibilities : Responsibilities will include one or more of the following

activities:

 Fishery data analysis and understanding linkages with

historical PFZ advisories provided by INCOIS.
Develop insights on species specific preferences to the
proxies used for PFZ advisories and take-up research
to identify potential new proxies for fishery forecasts.
 Develop understanding on links between ocean
productivity and fisheries. Develop understanding on
primary productivity changes in the Indian waters
using estimates of marine primary productivity from
satellite-derived phytoplankton absorption data.

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  Enhancement of ocean information and advisory
services related to Marine ecosystem, etc.
 R & D in marine fisheries applications, generation &
dissemination of operational forecast/advisories,
collection & analysis of in-situ time series data from
estuarine and marine environments, usage of remotely
sensed data for fisheries applications, etc.
 Fishery Resource Management, fish sock assessment,
fish habitat suitability modeling, ecosystem modeling,
participation in cruises, user interaction workshops,
etc. and any other scientific/technical jobs that may be
assigned from time to time.
 Work on 24x7 basis to routinely carry out the day-to-
day activities for successfully running of the
Operational Ocean Services.
 Monitoring and troubleshooting of ongoing satellite
and autonomous buoy based marine ecosystem
services of INCOIS.
 Assist in analysis and data interpretation, report
preparation using the long-term bio geochemical-
optical data records of INCOIS.
 Analysis and data interpretation, report preparation
using the long-term bio geochemical-optical data
records of INCOIS.
 R & D activities towards the development of new
products /improvement of existing ocean colour
products (HAB)/ ecosystem services.
 R&D and teaching activities.

Any other scientific/technical jobs that may be assigned from

time to time.
Post Code: 11
Name of the Post: Project Scientist – I
No. of Posts: 02 (Two)
Age Limit: 35 Years
Consolidated Monthly Emoluments: Rs. 56,000 + HRA.
Essential : Master’s Degree in Geoinformatics / Remote Sensing & GIS/
Qualifications: Geospatial Sciences & Technologies / Spatial Information
Technology from a recognized university/institute with first
class and at least 60% of marks in the qualifying degree.

Desirable : Ph.D. in Geospatial Science or related fields from a

Qualifications & recognized university.
Experience:
Two (2) years of experience in one or more of the following
areas proven through SCI publications in the field relevant to
the job description:
 Remote sensing & GIS related to coastal multi-hazard
vulnerability assessments.
 Assessment of coral bleaching, harmful algal blooms
using Remote sensing and GIS techniques.
 Remote sensing data analysis and image processing

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 using software’s such as PostGIS, ArcGIS, ArcView,
QGIS, ERDAS Imagine, ENVI, SeaDAS, etc. and
programming languages (eg: Matlab, C, C++, Python,
R, Fortran etc.) for handling remote sensing data.
 GIS Application development (Arc Engine, ArcGIS
Server, open source GIS tools etc.), spatial database
management (Post GIS, etc.)
 Spatial data analysis and validation using geospatial
tools,
 Use of open-source geospatial tools and machine
learning with Earth observation data.

Responsibilities : Responsibilities will include one or more of the following

activities:
 Work (Develop, integrate, validate and improve) on Coral
bleaching alerts and Algal Bloom Information services
and other Geospatial applications.
 Enhancement of ocean information and advisory services
related to Marine ecosystem, Ocean State Forecast,
Oceanogenic disasters, Coastal Geo-Spatial, Ocean Data
etc.
 Field visits and validation of remote sensing based of
Multi-hazard Vulnerability mapping of Indian coasts.
 Work on Coral bleaching alert and Algal Bloom
Information services and other Geospatial applications.
Assess species wise bleaching response of corals to
marine heat waves through field visits.
 Remote Sensing data acquisition, processing and data
dissemination and management.
 Contribute to consultancy projects taken up by INCOIS
time to time.
 Work in shifts on 24x7 basis to routinely carry out the day-
to-day activities for successfully running of the
Operational Ocean Services.
 R&D and supporting, teaching activities, scientific and
technical documentation.
 24/7 shift operations.

Any other scientific/technical jobs that may be assigned from

time to time.

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Post Code: 12
Name of the Post: Project Scientist – I
No. of Posts: 06 (Six)
Age Limit: 35 Years
Consolidated Monthly Emoluments: Rs. 56,000 + HRA.
Essential : Master’s Degree in Computer Science/Information
Qualifications: Technology/Computer Applications/Data Sciences OR
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Technology in
Computer Science/ Information Technology/Data Sciences
from a recognized university/institute with first class and at
least 60% of marks in the qualifying degree.

Desirable : Two (2) years of Experience in one or more of the following

Qualifications & areas:
Experience:
 Developing software applications using:
Java, J2EE, Struts, Spring, Spring Boot and REST API,
proficiency in HTML5, Bootstrap, JavaScript, Angular
JS, ReactJS, TypeScript, PHP, WebGIS development and
integration using open source GIS tools and jQuery,
proficiency in databases like IBM DB2, Oracle,
PostgreSQL and MySQL, Python, Content Management
Software (CMS) expertise in the Application & Database
Server Management on Linux/Unix/Windows
environments.

 Automation of end-to-end data management activities,

quality control, data visualization, and AI/ML
applications for large data using open-source tools/
software.

Responsibilities : Responsibilities will include one or more of the following

activities:
 Develop AI/ML applications for ocean data management,
modeling and product development.
 Enhancement of ocean information and advisory services
by application software development, visualization tools,
mobile app, Shell scripting, porting of the numerical
models, their data visualization, web-interfaces, data
analytics tools, etc
 Work on 24x7 basis to routinely carry out the day-to-day
activities for successfully running of the Operational
Ocean Services.
 Design, develop and maintain application software and
database.
 End-to-end data management activities of in-situ and
remote sensing data, quality control.
 R & D activities, Teaching and documentation.
 24/7 shift operations.

Any other scientific/technical jobs that may be assigned from

time to time.

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Post Code: 13
Name of the Post: Project Scientist – I
No. of Posts: 01 (One)
Age Limit: 35 Years
Consolidated Monthly Emoluments: Rs. 56,000 + HRA.

Essential : Master’s Degree in Computer Science/ Computer

Qualifications: Applications/ Information Technology
OR Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Technology in
Computer Science / Information Technology from a
recognized university/institute with first class and at least
60% of marks in the qualifying degree.

Desirable : Degree/ Diploma in graphic design or related field.

Qualifications &
Experience: Two (2) years of Experience in one or more of the following
areas:

 Graphic designer or in a related field with a strong

portfolio of illustrations or other graphics
 Designing a wide variety of things across digital and
offline media
 Desktop publishing tools, photo & video edit-ing
software, design software and technologies such as
Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Corel Draw, Adobe
Creative Suites QuarkXPress and Dreamweaver.
 Marketing, production, website design, corporate
identity, product packaging, advertisements, and
multimedia design.
 Computer-aided design.
 HTML, CSS3, and JavaScript, Website Designing and
Content Management Systems

Responsibilities :  To manage social media content, newsletters, flyers,

banners, presentations, graphics and layouts for
product illustrations, logos, etc.

 Coordinating with outside agencies, art services, web

designers, printers, copywriters and creative director
to produce final design.

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Post Code: 14
Name of the Post: Project Scientist I
No. of Posts:01 (One)
Age Limit: 35 Years
Consolidated Monthly Emoluments: Rs. 56,000/ + HRA.

Essential Qualification: Master’s Degree in Atmospheric Sciences/ Oceanography/

Physics/ Science Communication, from a recognized board or
university with first class and at least 60% of marks in the
qualifying degree.

Desirable: Diploma/ PG Diploma/ Certificate Course (of min 6 months)

in Media communication or Mass communication or public
services or global affairs or international relations

Experience in one or more of the following areas:

 International relations, consultancy, training and co-

ordination of activities related to intergovernmental
bodies.
 Scientific communication, Media (print, electronic
and social), public affairs & public relations, science
policy work.
 Experience proven through reputed publications/ pop-
ular articles in magazines, news papers etc

Responsibilities Responsibilities will include one or more of the following

activities:

 Specialized operational activities for provision of ocean

information and advisory services, including Tsunami
warnings, PFZ, OSF etc on a 24/7 basis (including week-
ends and public holidays), using in situ and remote sens-
ing observations, data processing & analysis, modeling &
data assimilation, ICT support.
 Public Relations, popularizing the scientific activities of
INCOIS through print, electronic and social media.
 Activities related to intergovernmental bodies (IOC,
IIOE-2, IOGOOS, SIBER, IOR-DCC, IORA Centre of
Excellence, etc.), coordinate the bilateral, multi-lateral
collaborations, etc.
 Support in ITCOocean Training activities, workshops,
webinars, etc.
Any other job that may be assigned from time to time.

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Post Code: 15
Name of the Post: Project Scientist I
No. of Posts:01 (One)
Age Limit: 35 Years
Consolidated Monthly Emoluments: Rs. 56,000/ + HRA.
Essential Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology in civil
engineering with first class and at least 60% of marks in the
qualifying degree.

Desirable: Experience in the construction field preferably in Govt. / PSU

/ Autonomous bodies having thorough knowledge of MS
office, preparation of Auto cad drawings advanced level &
with CADD certification, Preparation of estimates,
preparation & verification of RA bills, taking site
measurements, documentation works related to construction
activities, day to day supervision of works, safety practices,
quality checks, building maintenance works etc.

Responsibilities : Responsibilities will include one or more of the following

activities:

 Regular maintenance and supervision of INCOIS

buildings and Campus roads.
 Operations and Maintenance of pump house and fire
hydrant systems and fire extinguishers, PHE
installations, water storage tanks, RO plants, 50KLD
STP.
 Operations& Maintenance of sanitary items /
fountains / maintenance of lake / carpentry / painting
etc related works.
 Regular co-ordination works for water supply with
HMWSSB.
 Works involving co-ordination with GHMC.
 Any other job that may be assigned from time to time.

Post Code: 16
Name of the Post: Project Scientist I
No. of Posts:01 (One)
Age Limit: 35 Years
Consolidated Monthly Emoluments: Rs. 56,000/ + HRA.

Essential Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology in

mechanical engineering with a specialization in HVAC with
first class and at least 60% of marks in the qualifying degree.

Desirable: Experience in the design, drafting & execution of the HVAC

installations like Central cooling plant, chilled water piping
distribution, air duct distribution, variable air volume systems,
ventilation, DX systems, VRF), Auto cad certification,
Preparation of AUTO CADD drawings in advanced level etc.

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Responsibilities Responsibilities will include one or more of the following
activities:

 Regular maintenance and supervision of INCOIS

HVAC establishments including Cooling towers,
Chillers, AHU’s, Primary Pumps, Secondary Pumps,
Condenser Pumps, related electrical panels, piping,
pressurization units etc.
 Preparing inputs for augmentation of HVAC systems.
 Monitoring the HVAC implementations coming up
from time to time.
 Any other job that may be assigned from time to time.

Post Code: 17
Name of the Post: Expert/Consultant (Scientific)
No. of Posts: 01 (One)
Age Limit: 65 Years
Retired Govt. officials with relevant experience may also apply
Essential Qualification: : Master’s Degree in Engineering or Technology in Electronics/
Electronics and Communication from a recognized
university.
AND
20 years’ experience in one or more of the following areas:
i) Development, operation and maintenance of ocean
instrumentations platforms such as met-ocean buoys,
lagrangian drifters, argo profiling floats, automatic
weather stations etc.
ii) Development of indigenous technology for ocean
observations.
iii) In depth knowledge in the procurement procedure
including GFR.
Desirable : Ph.D in Engineering or Technology in Electronics/
Electronics and Communication from a recognized
university.
Responsibilities : i) Consultation towards procurement, calibration,
maintenance, and service of the instruments /
observatories under various ocean observations
projects of INCOIS.
ii) Consultation on engaging private vendor to maintain
the ocean observing network of INCOIS as well as
proving oceanographic “Data as a Service”.
iii) Setting up of cabled based multi-parameter cable-
based observatory for deep ocean observations.
iv) Development of conceptual framework for Optimal
and critical ocean observing network in the Indian
ocean to cater the need of the operational services as
well as R&D.

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 v) Capacity development towards ocean observations,
marine instrumentation, operations and trouble
shooting.
vi) Any other scientific/technical jobs that may be
assigned from time to time
Remuneration : To be calculated on deducting the pension from the Basic pay
drawn at the time of retirement for those covered under Govt.
pension scheme (as per CCS Pension Rules, 1972). The
consultant shall also be entitled for Transport Allowance
subject to the maximum consolidated emoluments of
Rs.1,00,000/- per month.
OR
The person retired under the NPS, an amount equivalent to
30% of the last basic pay as drawn at the time of retirement
should be deducted from the last basic pay and the resultant
amount shall be the fixed monthly amount as remuneration
subject to the maximum consolidated emoluments of
Rs.1,00,000/- per month.
OR
A consolidated sum of Rs.1,00,000/- p.m. for those who are
not covered under Govt. Pension Scheme/persons retired from
NPS.
Post Code: 18
Name of the Post: Expert/Consultant (Scientific)
No. of Posts: 01 (One)
Age Limit: 65 Years

Retired Govt. officials with relevant experience may also apply

Essential Qualification : Doctoral Degree in Ocean Sciences / Atmospheric Science/

Marine Sciences/ Physics or Masters degree in Technology
in Ocean/ Atmospheric Science from a recognized university.

AND

20 years’ experience in one or more of the following areas:

I) Ocean observations (in situ, Remote Sensing, ship

based) including testing, assembling, calibration,
configuration, deployment, recovery, and data
analysis of oceanographic instruments such as Deep
Sea Glider, Argo Floats, Wave Drifters, Moorings,
Tide Gauges, CTD, uCTD, VMP, Lagrangian float,
ADCP, ECFS, DCFS, ASIMET, Radiometers,
Radiosonde, process studies, laboratory analysis of
water samples, etc.
II) Scientific project management and implementation
related to Modelling and forecasting of
Ocean/Atmosphere/Sea-ice/Earth System Processes

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 for Ocean General Circulation (MOM, ROMS,
HyCOM), Climate, Ocean Ecosystem/
Biogeochemistry (FVCOM, ERSEM, COBALT,
TOPAZ etc), Waves (WWIII, SWAN), Cyclone
(HWRF), Storm Surges (ADCIRC), Tsunamis
(TUNAMI), Tides, Oil Spills (GNOME), Fisheries
(ECOPATH, ECOSIM), Primary Productivity,
Coastal processes etc, including Data Assimilation
(LETKF, 3DVAR, Hybrid etc), model porting, model
parametrization, fine tuning and installation in HPC
environment for R&D and providing operational
services.

III) Data processing, analysis and visualization of

highresolution ocean/atmosphere /climate
(CMIP5/CMIP6), bio-optical, physico-chemical &
fisheries data, Satellite data etc using data analysis
software (Ferret, python, GRADS, ODV, SeaDAS
etc.,), programming languages (Matlab, Python, R,
C/C++, Fortran, Shell scripting etc.), AI&ML
applications, Ensemble techniques, GIS Applications
(Arc Engine, ArcGIS Server, open-source GIS tools
etc.), Operating Systems (LINUX / UNIX,
Windows), Data formats (NetCDF, HDF, GRIB,
GrADS etc).

Desirable :  Physical fitness to undertake work onboard boats/ships at

sea.

 Teaching in the fields of Atmospheric Sciences / Oceanic

Sciences /Marine Sciences / Climate Sciences /
Meteorology / Oceanography / Physical Oceanography/
Fisheries / Chemical Oceanography / Ocean Technology/
Physics or relevant fields.

Responsibilities : I) Development of conceptual frame work and

implementation for impact based & location specific
forecasts for PFZ, OSF & multi hazard services.
II) Documentation and knowledge transfer on the impact
based system.
III) Development of optimal ocean observing framework;
participation in scientific cruises; deployment and
recovery of oceanographic instruments at sea, data
acquisition, processing, and interpretation leading to
scientific publications.
IV) R&D and teaching activities on operational oceanography
using the observational data and assist in day to day
conduct of operational oceanography classes including
computer labs. Any other scientific/technical jobs that
may be assigned from time to time.

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Remuneration : To be calculated on deducting the pension from the Basic pay
drawn at the time of retirement for those covered under Govt.
pension scheme (as per CCS Pension Rules, 1972). The
consultant shall also be entitled for Transport Allowance
subject to the maximum consolidated emoluments of
Rs.1,00,000/- per month.
OR
The person retired under the NPS, an amount equivalent to
30% of the last basic pay as drawn at the time of retirement
should be deducted from the last basic pay and the resultant
amount shall be the fixed monthly amount as remuneration
subject to the maximum consolidated emoluments of
Rs.1,00,000/- per month.
OR

A consolidated sum of Rs.1,00,000/- p.m. for those who are

not covered under Govt. Pension Scheme/persons retired
from NPS.

Post Code: 19
Name of the Post: Expert/Consultant (Admin)
No. of Posts: 01 (One)
Age Limit: 65 Years

Retired Govt. officials with relevant experience may also apply

Essential Qualification: : Bachelor’s Degree in any subject from a recognized
university.
AND
20 years of experience in one or more of the following areas:

 Personnel and General Administration, Purchase and

Stores, Accounts & Financial matters out of which at least
six years of experience at Group ‘A’ i.e. Rs. 5400 in PB-
3/ Level 10 on regular basis.
 Should have retired from Government/ Semi-
Government/ Public Sector Undertakings/ Autonomous
bodies in the rank of Admin Officer or equivalent or above
i.e. not below the post carrying GP of Rs. 5400 in PB-3/
Level 10 on regular basis.
 Thorough knowledge and experience in handling
Personnel and General Administration as per the rules and
regulations of Govt. of India, in addition to familiarity
with Purchase and Stores, Accounts & Finance, Legal
matters etc.

Desirable :  A Degree in Law (including BGL)

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 Responsibilities : Work related to Personnel and General Administration,
Purchase and Stores, Accounts & Financial matters,
drafting/vetting of pleadings in Service/Civil disputes
(including arbitration), RTI appeals, preparation /verification
/ editing of agreements/contracts / MoUs.

Preparation of statutory documentation in support of ongoing

legal matters of INCOIS.

Preparation of policy documents/compendiums on Personnel

& General Administration/ Finance & Accounts/Purchase &
Stores.

And also to execute any other work as assigned from time to

time.

Remuneration : To be calculated on deducting the pension from the Basic pay

drawn at the time of retirement for those covered under Govt.
pension scheme (as per CCS Pension Rules, 1972). The
consultant shall also be entitled for Transport Allowance
subject to the maximum consolidated emoluments of
Rs.65,000/- per month.
OR
The person retired under the NPS, an amount equivalent to
30% of the last basic pay as drawn at the time of retirement
should be deducted from the last basic pay and the resultant
amount shall be the fixed monthly amount as remuneration
subject to the maximum consolidated emoluments of
Rs.65,000/- per month.
OR

A consolidated sum of Rs.65,000/- p.m. for those who are not

covered under Govt. Pension Scheme/persons retired from
NPS.

General Conditions:

1. The last date of submission of online application is “twenty one (21) days from
the date of publication of the advertisement in Employment News”. The last
date is the cutoff date for all purposes including Age/Qualification/Experience
etc.

2. Age relaxation (only for posts reserved under Category: Project Scientist-I) in case
of SC/ST/OBC/PH/ESM candidates will be as per Government of India norms.
OBC certificate should be as per the Central Government norms. The EWS
certificate should be valid as on closing date of application.

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3. The prescribed essential qualifications are minimum and the mere possession of the
same does not entitle candidates to be called for interview as applicable. If the
number of applications received in response to advertisement is large, it will not be
convenient or possible for the Selection Board to interview all the candidates. The
Centre may restrict the number of candidates to be called for interview to a
reasonable limit based on desirable qualification and/or on the record of academic
performance and/or relevant experience for the post prescribed in the advertisement
as per the specific requirement of the Centre and/or any other bench mark decided
by a committee constituted to screen the applications. No correspondence will be
entertained with candidates who are not called for Interview.

4. The selection for the posts shall be on the basis of performance of the screened-in
candidates in the interview.

5. Interviews of shortlisted candidates will take place at INCOIS, Hyderabad. Date of

interview will be intimated to the shortlisted candidates separately.

6. Candidates applying and getting shortlisted for multiple posts will be interviewed
separately for each post.

7. The place of initial posting is at Hyderabad with transfer liability to any part of India
as and when need arises.

8. Canvassing in any form and/or bringing any influence, political or otherwise will
be treated as disqualification. No interim correspondence/inquiry will be
entertained.

9. Candidates working in Government/Public Sector Undertakings/Autonomous

bodies must produce a ‘No Objection Certificate’ from their employer specific for
this advertisement at the time of interview. Candidature of candidates attending
the interview without producing the NOC will be summarily rejected.

10. Work experience in the relevant field should be supported by testimonials from
the research supervisor/superior officer/reporting officer/team leader or
certifications from relevant professional bodies as the case may be.
Testimonials should include details of the nature of work in which the applicant was
involved, major achievements during the employment/tenure and suitability of the
applicant for the post applied. Appointment offer letters/relieving letters/ salary
slips/ Employee ID Card, etc will not be considered as the proof of essential/
desirable experience.

11. Experience will be counted after completion of essential academic qualifications

while a completed doctorate degree will be counted as three years’ experience in
case the doctorate is not mentioned in the essential qualification, which shall include
the period rendered as JRF/SRF required for obtaining the doctorate degree.

12. In case a candidate has obtained the above degree (doctoral degree) while in service
only, his /her service period will be counted towards experience and he/she will not
get any additional relaxation in experience for acquiring Doctorate towards total
period of experience.

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13. The selected candidates are liable to serve any where in India, and work on 24/7
shift duties as per the requirement of the organization.

14. No travelling allowance will be paid for attending the interview except out-station
SC/ST candidates called for interview (for reserved posts only) who will be paid to-
and-fro sleeper-class railway/Bus fare by the shortest route on production of proof
of journey tickets etc.

15. The candidates need to make their own stay arrangements. INCOIS will not be
responsible for any accommodation arrangements.

16. Director, INCOIS reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process at any stage,
without assigning any reason there of or vary the number of posts to be filled under
each category.

17. Discrepancies in the certificates, non-production of the original certificates and No

Objection Certificate at the time of interview will attract the disqualification of
applications. No travel reimbursement will be made to such candidates belonging
to SC/ST.

18. Production of the original certificates at the time of the interview is must.
Candidates who are currently working in any other organization need to provide the
proof of their current employment with a service/experience certificate from the
employer. Appointment order or Pay slips will not be considered as proof of current
employment.

19. All positions mentioned in this advertisement are purely temporary and on contract
mode only. All positions are co-terminus with the duration of the project.

20. Candidates appointed against any position in this advertisement are not entitled for
any claim for regular/permanent position at anytime during or after the tenure of
the post.

21. The monthly emoluments specified is approximate and may vary as per the
guidelines issued by Competent Authority from time to time.

22. Any addendum/corrigendum etc. with regard to this recruitment will be displayed
only on INCOIS website.

23. Application procedure: The entire application procedure is online. Copies of

certificates in support of educational qualifications, date of birth, disability, caste
(SC/ST/OBC), EWS certificate, experience, no objection certificates, digital
signatures, photograph etc. should be uploaded along with the online application.
All the uploaded documents should be in the form of PDF file and photograph and
signature in the form of .jpg format. If the certificates are in a language other than
English or Hindi, attested translation should be enclosed.

24. How to apply: To apply, the applicant must fill the online application form
available at INCOIS website at https://vacancies.incois.gov.in and upload the
scanned documents in the online application form. The candidates are not
required to send any hard copies by post or through e-mail but must carry
them when called for interview.

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25. Applicants are requested to carefully go through the full text of the advertisement
and the instructions in particular before filling the online application. Incomplete
applications without photos, certificates etc. will be summarily rejected.

26. Incase of any difficulty in the submission of online application form (not for other
queries), please email to vacancies@incois.gov.in.

27. Instructions to Applicants for submission of online Application:

i. Online application form & details of recruitment of the Post is available at

https://vacancies.incois.gov.in
ii. Before submitting the online application, the applicants are requested to go
through carefully the details of the post and content of the post on the website
https://vacancies.incois.gov.in/
iii. Submit online application well in advance along-with legible scanned copies of
educational qualification, experience certificates, date of birth, disability
(OH,PH), caste (SC/ST/OBC) certificate etc., No Objection Certificate in PDF
format not exceeding 500 KB for each document/attachment. If the certificates
are in a language other than English or Hindi, then attested translation should be
uploaded. The applicants are not required to send hard copies to the undersigned.
iv. A recent passport size colour photograph (scanned) should be in .jpg format (size
not exceeding100 KB).
v. Signature (scanned) should be in .jpg format (size not exceeding100KB)
vi. The applicants are advised to fill in all their particulars carefully in the online
application. Incomplete application may lead to rejection.
vii. Applicants are advised to retain the acknowledgement and print out of the
submitted online application for future reference.

Director, INCOIS
Advt No:INCOIS/RMT/01/2024

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