HCRI Post Doctoral Fellowships in Mathematics 2020-21

Scholarship Amount

Opportunity to work with members of Mathematics in diverse areas

About This Scholarship

The HCRI Post Doctoral Fellowships in Mathematics 2020-21 offers a unique opportunity for PhD holders to pursue advanced Post Doctoral studies in Mathematics. This initiative aims to provide selected fellows with the chance to collaborate with esteemed members of the Mathematics group at the Harish-Chandra Research Institute.

Participants will engage in diverse and cutting-edge research areas, including:
Number Theory
Cryptography
Group Theory
Harmonic Analysis
Mathematical Physics
Algebraic Geometry
Representation Theory

Applications for these prestigious fellowships are considered three times annually, with specific deadlines on February 28th, June 30th, and October 30th. However, candidates are encouraged to submit their applications at any time, as submissions are accepted on a rolling basis. Selection for the fellowship will be primarily based on the fulfillment of the outlined eligibility criteria.

Eligibility Criteria

To be considered eligible for the HCRI Post Doctoral Fellowships in Mathematics, an applicant must fulfill the following essential requirement:

• The applicant must have successfully completed their PhD course. This is a mandatory prerequisite for all prospective candidates.

Required Documents

Applicants are required to submit a comprehensive set of documents to support their application. These documents must be compiled into a single PDF file and submitted in the specified order to ensure a smooth application process.

The following documents are mandatory:
• A Covering Letter, introducing the applicant and their interest in the fellowship.
• A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV), outlining academic qualifications, professional experience, and research background.
• A complete List of Publications, including all peer-reviewed articles, preprints, and other significant research outputs.
• A List of Referees, providing contact details for individuals who can provide academic references.
• A clear outline of Research Plans for the next two years, detailing proposed research topics, methodologies, and expected outcomes.
• A PhD Degree/Provisional Certificate, which serves as proof of PhD completion (if available at the time of application).
• Any Prior Post Doctoral Fellowship (PDF) experience document (if applicable).

How to Apply

To successfully apply for the HCRI Post Doctoral Fellowships in Mathematics, candidates must follow a specific application procedure:

1. Collect and Compile Documents: Gather all the required supporting documents as listed in the "Documents" section. Ensure all files are in the correct order as specified.
2. Merge into a Single PDF: Consolidate all collected documents into one single PDF file. It is crucial to verify that the merged PDF is properly readable and that all content is accessible and clear.
3. Submit via Email: Submit the final, merged PDF file directly to the Mathematics PDF Committee via email. The application email address is compdfmath@hri.res.in.

Ensure that the subject line of the email clearly indicates the nature of the application (e.g., "Application for Post Doctoral Fellowship in Mathematics").