General Intelligence · Decision Making

Study the following information carefully and answer the question given below. The following criteria have been introduced for the appointment of a scientist in a research organization. Candidates: 1) Must be a postgraduate in Mathematics/Physics/Chemistry with a minimum of 65% marks. 2) Age should not be less than 26 years and not more than 35 years as on 01-01-2018. 3) Must have a post-doctoral degree with more than 50% marks. 4) Should have a minimum of 3 years of experience in the above fields. 5) Should be prepared to be under probation for one year. Exceptions: - If the candidate satisfies all the criteria other than (3), he may be designated as Project Scientist. - If the candidate satisfies all the criteria other than (3) and (4), he may be referred for the post of Junior Scientist. - If the candidate fulfills all the above criteria with 7 years of experience in the relevant fields, he/she can be designated as a Senior Scientist. - If the candidate fulfills all the above criteria with 12 years of experience in the relevant field, he/she can be designated as Principal Scientist. Varun's age is 27 years as of 01/01/2018. He obtained his bachelor's and master's degrees in chemistry with 72% and 76% marks respectively. He has 4 years of experience in the relevant field and is ready to be under probation for one year. He does not possess a post-doctoral degree. To what position may he be assigned?