Job after Ph. D in Nanotechnology

I want to do Ph. D after M. Tech in Nanotechnology so please suggest some job opportunities after this course?

[Raman Vij]

Nanotechnology is the science of ‘miniature’. It combines physics, chemistry, biology, engineering and technology. There two major categories of nanotechnology i.e. nanoscale technology and molecular manufacturing. Nanotechnology continuously generates new capabilities, innovative products and new markets. It has varied applications viz. drug delivery to treat cancer tumour, solar energy, batteries, display technologies, opto-electronic devices, semiconductor devices, biosensors, luminous paints.

Some Employment Areas for Ph. D Nanotechnology Candidates:

Biotechnology Firms
Medical Science Companies
Optoelectronics Establishments
Pharmaceuticals
Food Science
Forensic Science Department
University and Federal Lab Research
National Security Agencies
Armed Forces
Environmental Monitoring and Control Department
Electronics/semiconductor Industry
Materials Science Industries
Auto and Aerospace Industries
Sports Equipment Manufacturers

Job Types for Ph. D Nanotechnology Candidates:
R+D Application Technicians
Associate Research Professor
Senior Knowledge Officer
Nanomaterials Surface Chemist
Nano Division Manager
Research Scientist (Nanotechnology)
Nanotechnology Engineer
Law and Policy Executive

You have Job Opportunities in following Areas:
Nano-device
Nano-packaging
Nano-wires
Nano-tools
Nano - biotechnology
Nano crystalline materials
Nano photonics
Nano porous materials

Required Skills for Job:
Natural propensity for research work
Ability to do hard work
Skills in mathematics and computer programming
Adequate lab training for expert handling of advanced equipments
A good background of physics, chemistry, medicine, electronics and biotechnology
Passion for research field especially to find out new structures
Must have an open and enquiring
Scientific bent of mind
Sound analytical skills

Companies in India for Ph. D Nanotechnology Candidates:
Velbionanotech, Bangalore
Qtech Nanosystems (P) Ltd, Bangalore
Innovations Unified Technology, Mumbai
Cranes Software International Limited, Bangalore
Monad Nanotech Pvt. Ltd, Mumbai

Hii Guys , I have Completed Ph. D in Nanotechnology Programme , now I wan to know Where are the Career Areas , Will you please tell me for same ?

[sumit]

Current applications of Nanoscale science and technology, and thus career opportunities, exist in areas such as

Career opportunities

Consultancy with regards to new industries and technologies
Cosmetics industry
Diagnostics and drug delivery industry
Electronics/semiconductor industry
Food (quality control and packaging) industry
Forensics laboratories
Marketing of Nano products and new technologies
Defence dept.
Pharmaceutical industry
Nano-medicine
Nano-toxicology
National security
Optoelectronics
Setting up new small scale nano-technology institutes.
Space exploration
Synthesis of nanoparticles
Teaching in Universities/Colleges

Job options :

Nanotechnologist
Research scienst
Nano toxicologist
Professor
Research Associate
Research assistant
Technician
Laboratory assistant
Consultant

Remuneration :

The nanotechnologist can have monthly salary of Rs. 20,000 to Rs. 1,20,000. In US nanotechnologist draws very high salary.


Expected Salaries :

Two Year Associates - $35,000 - $50,000
Four Year Bachelors - $40,000 - $65,000
Six Year Masters - $50,000 - $80,000
Eight Year Doctorate - $75,000 - $100,000


Employers

Major companies in India:
Cranes Software International Limited, Bangalore.
Monad Nanotech Pvt. Ltd, Mumbai.
Velbionanotech, Bangalore.
Qtech Nanosystems (P) Ltd, Bangalore
Innovations Unified Technology, Mumbai.