Kathmandu University calls for applicants for NORHED II project, Research-Based Education for the Development of Hydropower Professionals (Hydro-Himalaya). The NORHED II project is funded by Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation (NORAD).
The initiative intends to improve hydropower engineering research-based education at KU by creating high-quality research, high-quality graduates, and a better-qualified workforce.
Qualified, hardworking, and results-oriented professionals are encouraged to apply for Ph.D. studies as part of the initiative.
This call is a supplementary call for the original call on July 25, 2021. View the call here.
View the supplementary call documentation here.
Position: Full-time Ph.D. candidate as per the following criteria
| Thematic Area | Research Domain | Academic Supervision | No. of Candidate |
| Effective End-use of Hydro Energy | Application of Green Hydrogen Technologies in Nepal | Joint supervision by KU and NTNU with the degree awarded by KU | 1 |
Minimum Eligibility
- CGPA of 3.0 or B grade or equivalent in Masters degree in Engineering.
- Proficient in the English Language.
Expected Qualifications
- Priority will be given to candidates having higher academic qualifications.
- Experience in scientific publications will be added advantage.
- At least one year of professional work experience in the relevant domain.
- Female candidates and disadvantaged groups are encouraged to apply.
Key Information
- Required Documents:
- Research Statement (3 pages at most)
- Complete Curriculum Vitae
- Copies of Academic Certificates
- Two Recommendations
- A Copy of Citizenship in a Single pdf file.
- Form Submission Deadline: October 08, 2021, 11:59 NST
- email-address: hydro.himalaya@ku.edu.np
Shortlisted candidates will be notified of the further selection processes.