The Current Science Association invites applications for Science Writing Fellowship, to work in the editorial office of the journal Current Science.

Selected candidates will be expected to write for the News, Research News and General sections of the journal Current Science on a regular basis. Selected candidates are expected to assist the editorial staff in the publication of Current Science.

The candidates, if selected, should work full time and should not take up any other position (full time or part time) that entitles them to any remuneration. A higher fellowship can be considered for deserving candidates depending on qualifications and experience. Evidence of interest in popular science writing may be provided.

Age: Not more than 35 years as on 1 March 2024.

A graduate degree in any branch of science (B.Sc.). Fellowships will be awarded to a limited number of exceptionally motivated candidates for a period of one year, extendable for a further period of one year depending on performance.

Desirable: Postgraduate degree in any branch of science, literature, journalism or mass communication can also apply for the fellowship. A flair for writing and wide interest in diverse areas of science (physical/​biological/​medical/​earth, planetary, atmospheric sciences, engineering science as well as in economic/​social/​management science) with basic computer skills.

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