Junior Scientific Officer (NMR)

The Junior Scientific Officer (NMR) at the Department of Chemistry in Sonipat is a key role that involves the operation, maintenance, and support of the NMR instrument. With a minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role, you will be responsible for sample analysis, data acquisition and processing, basic troubleshooting, and assisting in method development. Your role will require a strong understanding of NMR principles, meticulous attention to detail, and a dedication to ensuring high-quality analytical results. Additionally, you may be involved in training users, managing instrument schedules, and supporting collaborative research or industrial service projects. The Department of Chemistry at Ashoka University is dedicated to interdisciplinary learning and advanced research in the chemical sciences. Located in Sonepat, Haryana, the department offers rigorous undergraduate and Ph.D. programs that integrate chemistry with physics, biology, and computational sciences. By emphasizing cutting-edge research in areas such as sustainable chemistry, nanoscience, materials, chemical biology, and theoretical and computational chemistry, the department prepares students to tackle diverse scientific challenges. Equipped with state-of-the-art laboratory facilities and modern instrumentation, the department encourages collaboration with industry and academic institutions to drive innovation, scientific curiosity, and the real-world application of knowledge. As the Junior Scientific Officer (NMR), your responsibilities will include the operation, management, and maintenance of the NMR instrument and facility lab. You will conduct sample analysis, maintain detailed experiment logs, ensure compliance with laboratory safety and quality standards, and develop or optimize NMR methods for new compounds or materials. Additionally, you will be responsible for instrument maintenance, training staff and students in NMR operation and safety, managing inventory and supplies, ensuring lab safety and waste management, and promoting the capabilities of NMR services to external academic institutions and industry partners. To excel in this role, you should have specialized expertise in setting up, executing, and analyzing various 1D, 2D, and 3D NMR experiments on small molecules, peptides, and proteins. Your skills should include proficiency in multidimensional NMR techniques, basic solution-state NMR troubleshooting, pulse programming, software proficiency, and cryogenic maintenance. Desirable skills include experience with solid-state NMR experiments and MAS techniques. In summary, as the Junior Scientific Officer (NMR) at the Department of Chemistry in Sonipat, you will play a crucial role in supporting high-quality research, promoting collaboration, and advancing scientific knowledge in a dynamic and innovative environment.,