PhD at Germany

The Hartmut Hoffmann-Berling International Graduate School of Molecular and Cellular Biology (HBIGS)
Heidelberg University
69120 Heidelberg Germany

PhD FELLOWSHIPS AVAILABLE

The HBIGS International PhD Program in Molecular and Cellular Biology Heidelberg offers training and excellent research opportunities for outstanding PhD and MD/PhD students from Germany and abroad in a vibrant and stimulating scientific environment.

Three year fellowships are offered to outstanding PhD candidates.

Deadline for application: 15 Dec 2009

Interview date: 10/11 Feb 2010

Further Info/How to apply for HBIGS Germany PhD Fellowshipsn in Molecular and Cellular Biology

PhD at swiz

Biozentrum Universität Basel
SIB - Swiss Institute of Bioinformatics
Klingelbergstrasse 50-70
4056 Basel Switzerland

PhD position: modeling RNA-protein interactions and inferring post-transcriptional regulatory codes

In the recent years it became apparent that normal development involves regulatory interactions of proteins and non-coding RNAs with target mRNAs, whose lifetime and protein output is thereby modulated. Over-expression of specific RNA-binding proteins as well as of regulatory RNAs such as miRNAs have been associated with various diseases, in particular with cancers. Developments in sequencing technologies coupled with novel experimental protocols yield large numbers of binding sites for various regulators. Analyses of such binding sites, together with various types of physical measurements (affinities of interactions, structure of regulator-target complexes, etc.) should enable us to understand and subsequently predict with high accuracy binding sites genome-wide and to study the extent and structure of these regulatory networks.

The group of Mihaela Zavolan (Biozentrum Basel and Swiss Institute of Bioinformatics) aims to understand the logic and function of post-transcriptional regulation of gene expression during basic cell function, development and cancer. For this purpose we generate, analyze and computationally model large high-throughput biological data sets. We currently seek a highly motivated PhD student with a very strong quantitative background, interested to join our highly dynamic research group in order to investigate the logic of RNA binding protein - target interactions and the function of these interactions in normal and pathological conditions.

Requirements

We are looking for candidates with a background computer science, physics/biophysics, applied mathematics, computational biology or bioinformatics, and a demonstrated ability to perform research. Candidates should have experience in programming, preferably in C/C++ and a scripting language like Perl or Python. Although a formal training in molecular biology is not required the succesful candidates will be expected to collaborate closely with experimental colleagues and good communication skills are highly desirable.

Please submit your application letter, CV and the contact information of two references before December 15, 2009 to:

Prof. Mihaela Zavolan
Biozentrum Universität Basel
SIB - Swiss Institute of Bioinformatics
Klingelbergstrasse 50-70
4056 Basel Switzerland
email: mihaela.zavolan@unibas.ch

PhD at IIT Lucknow

Indian Institute of Toxicology Research (IITR Lucknow)
Post Box No. 80, Mahatma Gandhi Marg
Lucknow - 226 001

Indian Institute of Toxicology Research, Lucknow, a constituent laboratory of Council of Scientific & Industrial Research is a multidisciplinary research institute with the motto “Safety to Environment and Health and Service to Industry” addresses problems critical to human health and environment.

To meet global challenges, the institute conducts research in niche areas of toxicology such as:

 Environmental Toxicology
 Food, Drug & Chemical Toxicology
 Nanomaterial Toxicology.
 Regulatory Toxicology
 Systems Toxicology & Health Risk Assessment

Students who have obtained their M.Sc. with first division in Biochemistry/Biotechnology/Chemistry/Environmental Sciences/Genetics/Life Sciences/ Microbiology/Zoology or BVSc and have qualified the JRF from CSIR, ICMR, DBT, UGC or other agencies may apply with full details at director@iitrindia.org with an indication of the area of interest. Details available at www.iitrindia.org

The interested candidates may submit online application.

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Project Fellows

Department of Microbiology
Panjab University
Chandigarh - 160014

Applications on plain paper along with attested copies of certificates and research experience and e-mail and telephone are invited for TWO posts of Project Fellows to work in the UGC-SAP Programme sanctioned by the UGC.

Qualifications:

Essential MSc Microbiology/Biotechnology/Biochemistry with at least 55% marks

Desirable NET/ Panjab University PhD exam clearance in Microbiology

Remuneration: Rs. 8000/- pm as per UGC rules

Last date for receiving the applications is 27th November 2009

Interview will be held on 03rd Decemeber 2009 at 11.30 a.m. in the office of the Chairperson, Department of Microbiology, Panjab University, Chandigarh.

No separate letters will be issued.

No TA/DA will be paid to the candidates for attending the interview.

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JRF/SRF/RA

Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology (SCTIMST)
Medical College campus
Trivandrum

JRF/SRF/RA - 1 Post

Eligibility:

1. JRF: MSc or equivalent degree with minimum 55% marks after qualifying NET conducted by CSIR twice a year. (NET qualifying is exempted for those who get selected for PhD at SCTIMST)

2. SRF: MSc, BE, BTech with minimum 60% and at least two years of post MSc, BE, BTech, research experience as evidence from fellowship/ associateship or traineeship and published papers in standard refereed journals OR

ME, M.Tech or equivalent degree in Engineering / Technology with minimum 60% marks OR

MBBS or BDS (with 1 year of internship) with first division OR

BPharm/BVSc/BSc(Ag)or equivalent degree with minimum 60% marks and at least three years of experience. Research workers who have had requisite training methods of research along with above qualification and who have proved their aptitude for original research are eligible for this fellowship

3. RA: Persons possessing Doctorate (PhD/MD/MS/MDS) or equivalent Degree having three years of research, teaching and design and development experience after MVSc/Mphrm/ME/Mtech will be eligible

Desirable :

(1) Ability to record electrophysiological and other signals from human subject and expertise in interpreting these signals for analysis of sleep

(2) Ability to design temperature sensors and record body temperature

(3) Expertise in handling of small animals and surgical skill for chronic implantation of electrodes for recording EEG, EMG,EOG & POG waves.

Stipend :

Junior Research Fellow - Rs.12,000/- per month

Senior Research Fellow - Rs.14,000/- per month

Research Associate – Rs. 16,000/- per month in year one & Rs.17,000/-per month in year two

Duration of posts : Two years

Nature of Appointment : Purely on Contract basis

Mode of selection : WALK-IN-INTERVIEW

Date: 8^th December 2009, Tuesday

Venue : Mini Conference Hall, 3^rd floor, Achutha Menon Centre for Health Science Studies, Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology, Medical College Campus, Trivandrum

Project : Changes in sleep-wakefulness induced by environmental temperature: a study of the mechanisms involved. Proj # 5174

Qualified and interested candidates should report with biodata and certificates in original to

prove their qualification, experience and age at the Project Cell, II^nd floor, Achutha Menon Centre for Health Science Studies, Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology, Medical College campus, Trivandrum

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SRF

DIRECTORATE OF MUSHROOM RESEARCH

CHAMBAGHAT

SOLAN-173213 HP

SRF - 1 Post

AMAAS - funded Project “Ago waste Management and Bioremediation and Microbes in PHT”

Qualifications M.Sc Ag. (Plant Pathology), M.Sc. Botany (Specialization in Plant Pathology), M.Sc. Microbiology, Biotechnology

Emoluments : Rs.12,000/- + HRA for the 1^st and 2^nd year and Rs.14000/-+ HRA for 3^rd year.

Walk-in-interview will be held on 02nd December 2009

Advance copy must be sent to the PI by E- mail at bvijay2@hotmail.com

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JRF

Central Drug Research Institute
Lucknow, 226001
UP (India)

Applications are invited from the candidates having CSIR/UGC/DBT/ICMR-JRF to pursue research in the ‘Cytoskeleton Biology of Leishmania Parasites’ under the supervision of Dr. Amogh A. Sahasrabuddhe.

JRF - 2 Posts

Project Title: Functional characterization of actin-binding and actin-related proteins in Leishmania donovani.

Essential qualification: M.Sc. (First Division) in Life Sciences, Biotechnology and Biochemistry. Preference shall be given to the students having consistently excellent academic record.

Last date for submission of application: November 25, 2009

Interested candidates may send their CV preferably by E-mail to-

Dr. Amogh A. Sahasrabuddhe
Central Drug Research Institute
Lucknow, 226001, U.P., (India)
Phone: 9452243415

Email: asamogh71@yahoo.com, amogh_Sahasrabuddhe@cdri.res.in

Candidates screened on the basis of their CV shall be intimated to appear for an interview on December 3, 2009.

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SRF

Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI Cochin)
Behind High court of Kerala,
P.B No. 1603, Cochin-682018

Senior Research Fellow - 1 Post

Name of the Project : Establishment and characterization of cell lines from selected marine food fish and ornamental fish

Essential Post-Graduation in Biotechnology/Life Science or Fishery Science with specialization in biotechnology.

Experience in cell culture/cytogenetics and qualification in NET/GATE Examination will be desirable.

Nature and duration of the Post : 2 years - Purely temporary and will end with the termination of the project.

Note: Mail your resume to dbtcmfmbtd@gmail.com on or before 24th November 2009 for screening.

Short listed candidates for interview will be informed by 26-11-2009. Only those who receive the short listed information need to attend the interview.

Date & Time of Walk-in-Interview 30th November 2009

Further Info on CMFRI Cochin SRF Vacancy in Cell culture/Cytogenetics

Doctoral Programmes at BITS Pilani

For Admission to the Ph.D Programs in second Semester 2009-10 starting in January 2010 candidates can apply online.

CLICK HERE to Apply online

Eligibility for Admissions:

Any Higher Degree of BITS or its equivalent with a minimum of 60% aggregate in the qualifying examination. Any applicant with qualification equivalent to Integrated first degree of BITS will be first examined for suitability to one of the higher degree programmes of the Institute. Such candidates may first be admitted to the M.E./M.Phil. programmes offered by the Institute subject to the eligibility conditions. Shortlisted candidates will be called for a written test/interview for selections. Selected candidates will be given financial assistance in the form of either a fellowship of any government agency or of the Institute, project or teaching assistantship, full/partial tuition waiver or a combination of these. Such selected candidates will be required to participate in teaching and any other developmental activities of the Institute under the guidance of a mentor.

Industries and R & D Organizations collaborating with BITS can sponsor candidates to work for Ph.D under the Ph.D Aspirants Scheme. Under this Scheme such Employed professionals working in Industries and R&D Organizations having long experience and proven competence aspiring for Ph.D. programme will be considered and will be allowed to pursue their research at their own locations of work. Employed Professionals working in Industries holding any of the BITS degree may also be considered under this scheme.

Application Procedure :

The last date for applying for admission to Ph.D. programs for II semester-2009-10 is 30th November 2009 . CLICK HERE to Apply online.

Schedule of Fees (for students who will be admitted in the academic year 2009-10):

All fees are to be paid in advance. Only caution deposit and mess advance is refundable after adjustment of dues at the time of withdrawal from the Institute. This applies to prospective candidates who are seeking admission as well as ongoing students of the Institute.

A. Fees payable at BITS, Pilani- Pilani Campus.

Fees	Integrated First Degrees	Higher Degrees and MBA	Ph.D. Programme
Admission Fees	15,000/-	12,000/-	12,000/-
Semester Fees First Semester Second Semester Summer term	40,000/- 40,000/- 20,000/-	40,000/- 40,000/- 20,000/-	15,000/- 15,000/- 7,500/-
Students' Union fee	200/- pa	200/- pa	—
Students' Aid Fund	50/- pa	50/- pa	—
Hostel fee (for on-campus students only) First Semester Second Semester Summer term	1000/- 1000/- 500/-	1000/- 1000/- 500/-	1000/- 1000/- 500/-
Ph.D. thesis examination fees	-	-	1000/-
Mess & Electricity advance First Semester Second Semester Summer term (Payable at the beginning of each semester/term and adjustable at the end of the same)	6000/- 6000/- 3000/-	6000/- 6000/- 3000/-	6000/- 6000/- 3000/-
Institute Caution Deposit	2000/-	2000/-	2000/-
Fee for Eligibility Test(s) / Ph.D. Qualifying Examination	Institute reserves its right to charge such a fee, which would be adjustable against admission fees if the candidate secures admission

Instructions for Payment:

(1) The above are for a normal situation. Wherever a student's programme gets modified or his progress is delayed beyond the maximum permissible, such a student is advised to consult the appropriate authority before registration.
(2) All students admitted earlier than July, 2009 will continue to be governed by the same schedule of fees as before. However it should be clear that they will have to pay along with the new students the same amount of fees for students' union fee, students' aid fund and mess & electricity advance.
(3) The fees and other charges are payable in advance in each semester/term on the notified dates before registration. No withdrawal from a course or courses will entitle a student for refund of fees.
(4) Students who go for Practice School II will be charged semester fees and the summer term fees because the practice school is longer than a semester and extends it to summer.
(5) Casual students will pay fees prescribed for regular students.
(6) Institute caution deposits are refundable only at the time of withdrawal from the Institute.
(7) If there are dues outstanding from a student, his grades will be withheld.
(8) Students who accumulate mess arrears would be required to pay a prescribed additional advance at the time of next registration.
(9) Payments can be made by demand drafts drawn in favour of Birla Institute of Technology & Science on UCO Bank, Vidya Vihar, Pilani/State Bank of Bikaner & Jaipur, Pilani. Cheques will not be accepted.
(10) Refunds, if any, will be made through crossed cheques/Bank drafts.

PhD at HP

Shoolini University of Biotechnology and Management Sciences
City Office, the Mall
Solan - 173212 (HP)

Admissions 2010 Open

PhD (Biotechnology)

Eligibility: M Sc Biotechnology / Microbiology / Biochemistry / Molecular Biology / Food Technology / Fermentation Technology / Agricultural Biotechnology and any other field of Life Sciences / Physical Sciences / Engineering and Technology / Pharmacy / Medical Sciences with at least 55% marks.NET qualified OR M

Phil candidates shall be given preference for award of Fellowships

PhD (Medical Microbiology)

Eligibility: M Sc Microbiology / Biotechnology OR MD in concerned subject / and any other related field of Life Sciences with at least 55% marks. NET qualified OR M Phil candidates shall be given preference for award of Fellowships

MSc (Biotechnology)

Eligibility: BSc (Hons) Biotechnology / Microbiology with 50% marks OR Bachelor's Degree in Agricultural, Biological, Fishery, Pharmaceutical, Physical or Veterinary Sciences, MBBS, Engineering / Technology, Home Science with minimum 55% marks

MSc (Medical Microbiology)

Eligibility: BSc (Hons) Biotechnology/ Microbiology OR BSc with Microbiology / Biotechnology / Botany / Zoology / Biochemistry / any other subject of Life Sciences or MBBS / BDS / B.V. Sc.; minimum 50% marks

MPhil (Botany / Zoology / Chemistry)

Coures Description: MPhil (Botany / Zoology / Chemistry) [School of Pharmacy]

Eligibility: M Sc with at least 55% marks in the concerned discipline

PhD (Botany)

Eligibility: M Sc Botany / Agricultural Sciences or related subject; minimum 55% marks. NET qualified OR M Phil candidates may be considered for award of fellowships

MPhil (Biotechnology)

Eligibility: MSc (Hons) Biotechnology/ Microbiology with 50% marks OR M Sc Biotechnology / Microbiology / Agricultural Sciences / Botany / Zoology or any branch of life sciences with minimum 60% marks

MPhil (Medical Microbiology)

Eligibility: MSc Biotechnology/ Microbiology/ any related branch of Life Sciences; minimum 55% marks

MTech (Biotechnology)

Eligibility: B Tech, Biotechnology / Bioinformatics OR M Sc Biotechnology / M Sc Microbiology / M Sc Biochemistry / M Sc Agricultural Sciences / Environmental Sciences / Bio Sciences / any other related branch of life Sciences; minimum 55% marks

How To Apply:

· The First step is to satisfy yourself about your eligibility for the course you have chosen to pursue at the Shoolini University.

· Procure the Admission Form (available free of cost) in person or through post from:

Admission Office

Shoolini University (City Office)
C/o SILB, the Mall, Solan 173212 (HP)
OR
Download it at www.shooliniuniversity.com

· Submit the completed admission form along with attested photocopies of all academic and certificates, testimonials, 3 passport size photographs and a Demand Draft for Rs. 500/- in favour of 'Shoolini University' payable at Solan.

· Completed Applications are to be submitted / mailed to:

OSD

Shoolini University of Biotechnology and Management Sciences

City Office, the Mall, Solan - 173212 (HP)

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Last date to apply 01 Jan 2010

PhD at CCMB

CENTRE FOR CELLULAR AND MOLECULAR BIOLOGY (CCMB Hyderabad)
(Council of Scientific & Industrial Research)
Habsiguda
Hyderabad 500 007

NOTIFICATION NO.5/2009

PhD Programme

Director, CCMB, invites applications from candidates who are bonafide Indian citizens and having consistently good academic record. Candidates should have
strong motivation to pursue research in modern biology leading to a Ph.D degree.

The projects offered for Ph.D would be in the broad areas of

(i) Biotechnology and Biomedicine

(ii) Genetics and Evolution

(iii) Cell Biology and Development

(iv) Molecular Biology

(v) Biochemistry and Biophysics

(vi) Bioinformatics and Theoretical Biology. For details, see our site : www.ccmb.res.in

Eligibility Candidates who satisfy the following criteria only need apply:

1. Should have an MSc degree in any area of biological/physical/chemical sciences including mathematics and qualified in the CSIR-UGC (NET) examination for Junior Research Fellowship. The Fellowship Certificate should be valid as on the date of joining. (Candidates qualified only for Lecturership in CSIR-UGC (NET) examination need not apply.

2. Candidates qualified in ICMR-JRF examination under Life Sciences may apply.
Admission will be subject to their qualifying in the CCMB written test/interview and award of Fellowship by ICMR.

3. Candidates qualified in DBT-JRF examination can also apply.

4. Engineering (B.E. & B.Tech.) or B.Pharm graduates with Biotechnology as a subject of study and have qualified in GATE examination with a minimum of 85 percentile may also apply for award of Research Fellowship subject to their qualifying in the written test/interview and award of fellowship by CSIR. The GATE certificate should be valid as on the date of joining.

5. Students with non-life sciences background (having master degree in Mathematics/Statistics/Physics/Chemistry and B.Tech in Computer Sciences or other Engineering discipline) are specifically encouraged to apply, if they have high desire and motivation in doing interdisciplinary research in Life Sciences.

6. Students with MBBS with first division may also apply. Selected candidates should also qualify/obtain the Senior Research Fellowship conducted by the Human Resource Development Group, Council of Scientific & Industrial Research, New Delhi, to pursue PhD in CCMB.

7. Upper age limit is 28 years as on 4.12.2009 which is relaxable by 5 years for
SC/ST/OBC/Women/Physically Handicapped candidates.

Applications : Candidates who satisfy the above criteria may submit their typed applications on plain paper with the following details:

(Please superscribe “Application for the Ph.D. programme” on the application form as well as the envelope)

1) Full name of the candidate (in BLOCK LETTERS); 2) Correspondence and Permanent address with Telephone number and email address; 3) Date of birth and age in years; 4) Nationality; 5) State whether belongs to SC/ST/OBC/Physically Handicapped/General (in case of SC/ST/OBC/PH, please enclose attested copy of the certificate); 6) Date and year of passing CSIRUGC
(NET) examination with Roll No., CSIR/UGC Scheme and subject; validity period and whether the fellowship is activated and if so, please furnish the particulars; 7) Date and year of passing GATE/ICMR-JRF/ DBT-JRF examination with Regn. No., percentile and subject; validity period; 8) Educational qualifications commencing from 10th class, Intermediate, B.Sc/B.V.Sc. and M.Sc/M.V.Sc/BE/B.Tech. with name of the University, year of passing, Class/Division, percentage of marks, subjects (underline the main), etc.

The filled in applications affixed with a signed recent passport size photograph and attested copies of certificates of date of birth, educational qualifications, etc. should reach the Controller of Administration, Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology, Habsiguda, Hyderabad 500 007, Andhra Pradesh, by 4th December 2009.

Written Test and Interview : All the applications will be screened and candidates found suitable will be called for written test on 22st January 2010 at CCMB, Hyderabad. Candidates qualified in the written test will have to appear for interview on 23rd & 24th January , 2010. Candidates selected in the interview will have to stay for discussions on 25.1.2010 with Scientists at CCMB regarding
allotment of projects for the Ph.D. programme. Traveling Allowance is not payable by CCMB and candidates have to make their own arrangements for stay, etc. at Hyderabad.

Candidates who have qualified in CSIR-UGC NET Fellowship or ICMR-JRF or DBT-JRF can also walk in on the day of the written test (22nd January, 2010) at 7.30 AM in CCMB along with proof of their qualification for the respective fellowship. They are requested to send an email intimating the same to COA, CCMB at coa@ccmb.res.in.

Mere fulfilling of the minimum requirements stipulated in the notification would not automatically entitle a person for selection. The decision of the Centre in this regard shall be final. Canvassing in any form and/or bringing in any influence, political or otherwise, will be treated as a disqualification.

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Details of Research areas at CCMB

I. Biochemistry and Biophysics

Membrane active molecules and intracellular transport of proteins
• Host-defense peptides
• Peptide super-structures
• Modulation of peptide-membrane interactions by covalently linked fatty acids
• Role of fatty acid acylation in targeting of proteins to membranes, and modulating fusion events and translocation across membranes

Membrane and Membrane receptor biology
• Membrane organization, dynamics and function
• Organization, dynamics and function of the Serotonin1A receptor
Chaperones and Protein folding
• Molecular chaperones
• Protein folding, aggregation and diseases

Protein structure and conformations
• Calcium-binding proteins
• Corneal crystallins

NMR spectroscopy
• Exploring cerebral metabolism during normal aging, and in Alzheimer’s disease in mice in vivo
• Structural and mechanistic details of RDE-4 in RNA interference pathway of C. elegans
• Role of R2D2 in enhancing sequence-specific mRNA degradation in Drosophila RNAi pathway

Structural biology
• Exploring the structural basis of amino acid recognition in Class II tRNA synthetases
• Exploring the structural basis for thermostability of Bacillus subtilis lipase
• Structure-function studies on polyketide synthases and fatty acid synthases from
Mycobacterium tuberculosis
• Structure-function analysis of virulence factors of Xanthomonas oryzae pv. oryzae, the bacterial leaf blight pathogen of rice
• Structural and functional studies on calcium-binding proteins

Computational biology and bioinformatics
• Modelling spatiotemporal organisation in biological systems
• Modelling biochemical pathways
• Spatiotemporal dynamics in epidemiology
• PSSARD: Protein Sequence-Structure Analysis Relational Database
• Protein Structure Analysis: Analysis of Intra-Chain Disulphide bridged Peptides
(ICDBP) in proteins of known three-dimensional structure
• Identification of SNPs and SNP haplotypes
• De novo gene finding

II. Biotechnology and Biomedicine

DNA Finger printing and conservation of endangered species
• Genetic studies of natural populations of Panthera tigris by non-invasive methods
• Conservation of endangered animals
• Reprogramming of undifferentiated male germ cells and application
• Detection of fatal malarial infections in the Indian White-backed vultures (Gyps bengalensis)
• Phylogenetic studies in primates
• Phylogenetic studies in Indian deer species
• Wildlife forensics
• Identification of DNA markers associated with disease and pest resistance in Mulberry (Morus spp.)
• DNA profiling for ascertaining genetic diversity and construction of framework molecular linkage map of mulberry
• Conservation genetics of the olive ridley sea turtle (Lepidochelys olivacea)
• Molecular characterization of Indian wolf populations
• Identification of a new tree frog species from the Central Western Ghats of India using molecular techniques
• Biodiversity analysis of buffalo germplasm using DNA markers
Transgenics and aquaculture
• Transgenic fish production
• Genetic interrelationships among fish populations
• DNA vaccine against diseases

Tumour biology
• Search for new molecules involved in the wnt pathway and colon cancer and development of murine cancer models
• Study of differential gene expression patterns in cancers using microarray technology
• Study of tumour suppressor RASSF1A in human breast cancer Infectious diseases
• Molecular parasitology: studies on Leishmania donovani
• Molecular determinants of Plasmodium falciparum pathogenesis
• Virulence genes and growth regulators of Mycobacterium tuberculosis
• Investigation of Chikungunya outbreak in Southern India
• Study on HIV-1 induced neuroinflammation

Neurobehavioural Disorders
• Epigenetic mechanisms underlying neuropsychiatric disorders using rodent models
• Epigenetic regulation of embryonic and adult neural stem cells
Cataract and other diseases
• Vascular endothelial growth factor expression and signaling in the lens
• Ex vivo expansion of corneal stem cells in treating ocular surface disorders caused by limbal stem cells deficiencies
• Ultrastructural studies of ocular pathologies
• Amyloid formation in Type II Diabetes

Proteomics
• Cancer proteomics
• Proteomics of mouse embryonic stem cells

Nanobiotechnology
• Nanomaterials and nanodevices: Application in cell differentiation and diseases

Applied processes and products
• Protein engineering by directed evolution
• Triglyceride sensor
• Lipid- and peptide-based gene delivery strategies

III. Cell Biology and Development

Muscle cell development
• Molecular biology of skeletal muscle growth and regeneration
• Adhesion-dependent signaling in growth and differentiation of muscle cells
• Isolation and analysis of skeletal muscle-derived stem cells
Drosophila developmental biology
• Organogenesis in Drosophila
Chromatin structure and function
• Genome, chromatin and regulation of genetic information
• Comparative genomics of non-coding DNA

Cell and tissue engineering

• Role of integrins and membrane lipids in regulation of cell motility on the extracellular matrix
• Study of bone marrow stem cells from rats and mice and human fetal liver for their use in hepatic regenerative medicine
• Evaluation of new ceramic-based biomaterials for their use as osteogenic implants and substrates
• Derivation of stem cells of various sources and their expansion ex vivo
Reproductive biology
• Tyrosine phosphorylated dihydrolipoamide dehydrogenase in Hamster spermatozoa for oocyte activation and fertilization
• Role of nitric oxide in sperm capacitation
• Studies on hamster CAP1 protein
• Candidate gene polymorphisms in south Indian women with Endometriosis

Hormone-regulated expression of genes and proteins
• Expression, properties and function of tissue-specifically expressed salivary and lacrimal gland secretory proteins

Plant developmental biology
• Control of meiosis in plants
• Analysis of the DYAD and DUET genes in Arabidopsis
• Role of the ATME-12 gene family in Arabidopsis

IV. Genetics and Evolution

Molecular basis of sex determination and evolution of sex chromosomes
• Molecular basis of sex reversals
• Genetic causes of male infertility
• Molecular basis of temperature-dependent sex-determination in Indian mugger, Crocodylus palustris
• Characterization of sex- and species-specific heterochromatic DNA transcript(s) expressed during spermatogenesis
• Isolation of the factors involved in nuclear reprogramming in snake oocytes and functional characterization of WDR13 protein

Microbial/Fungal Genetics
• Repeat-induced point mutation (RIP) and meiotic silencing in Neurospora
• Cell division in bacteria

Extremophiles and mechanism of adaptation
• Transcription and regulation of gene expression at low temperature
• Role of RNA-degrading machinery in cold adaptation
• RecBCD complex and its importance during growth at low temperature
• Essential genes for growth at low temperature
• Low temperature protein expression system
• Microbial biodiversity of Antarctica, Himalayan glaciers, Indian Ocean and molecular basis of adaptation to low temperature

V. Genomics

Genome diversity and analysis of human genetic disorder
• Human genome diversity
• Genetic analysis of pancreatic disorders in Indian population
• Genetic analysis of Type 2 Diabetes mellitus in Indian population
• Molecular diagnosis, carrier detection, genetic counselling and prenatal diagnosis for genetic disorders
• Molecular basis of mitochondrial disorders
• Genetics of ovarian development and cycling disorders
• Chromosome defects and human genetic diseases
• Genetic basis of polycystic ovaries
• Genomics and functional proteomics in recurrent early pregnancy loss
Functional genomics using transgenic and gene knockout mice
• Functional analysis of Argonaute genes in mouse
• Functional analysis of mouse Wdr13 gene

VI. Molecular Biology

Nuclear organization
• Functional role of nuclear lamins

Signal transduction
• Signal transduction by protein tyrosine phosphatases
• Molecular mechanism of pathogenesis of Glaucoma caused by mutations in optineurin gene
• Mechanism of induction of apoptosis by tumor suppressor P53 and anti-cancer drugs
• Signal transduction by Hck tyrosine kinase: identification of substrates and physiological consequences of their interactions
• Role of a guanine nucleotide exchange factor, C3G in actin reorganization and filopodia formation

Gene silencing
• Mechanism of transgene silencing
• Gene-silencing in heterochromatin formation and chromatin dynamics
• A molecular link between non-coding RNA, dosage compensation and RNAi
• RNA-based epigenetic inheritance
• Viral Resistance genes for antiviral drug development
• Hybrid interference: A device for modulating chromatin organization

Eukaryotic transcription mechanisms
• Role of nucleosomes and chromatin structure in transcription
• Mechanisms of initiation of transcription by RNA polymerase II

Host-guest interactions in plants
• Genetics of plant-pathogen interactions

PhD at Tezpur University

TEZPUR UNIVERSITY
(A Central University Established by an Act of Parliament)
NAPAAM, TEZPUR – 784028
DISTRICT SONITPUR ASSAM

PhD (SPRING SEMESTER) PROGRAMME – 2010

Applications in prescribed format are invited from the eligible candidates for the Ph.D. programme (Spring Semester) 2010.

Offering Departments: Mathematical Sciences, Chemical Sciences, Molecular Biology & Biotechnology (Areas of research - Molecular Plant Microbe Interaction, Antitumor Properties of Medicinal Plants, Molecular Immunology & Immunogenetics, Applied Microbiology), Physics, Computer Science & Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, English & Foreign Languages, Business Administration, Environmental Science, Energy and Food Processing Technology.

Eligibility

(i) Master’s Degree in Humanities and Social Sciences/ Management Science/ Science/ Engineering/ Technology or Master’s Degree in allied subject with consistently good academic record and a minimum 55% marks or an equivalent CGPA in the Master’s degree

(ii) BE/ B. Tech with an aggregate of 80% marks or equivalent CGPA with valid GATE Score

(iii) A fellowship in Chartered Accountancy/ Company Secretaryship from a recognized Indian or a foreign institution with not less than 60% or equivalent CGPA having a minimum of Bachelor’s degree.

Selection

On the basis of Entrance test and personal interview conducted by the concerned
department.

Reservation of seats and relaxation of marks will be as per Govt. of India Rules.

How to apply

Application forms alongwith prospectus can be obtained from the office of the Controller of Examinations , Tezpur University by paying Rs 500/(Rs 250/for SC/ ST) in cash or from the designated branches of AXIS Bank at Agartala, Aizwal, Bangalore, Bongaigaon, Bhubaneswar, Dibrugarh, Guwahati (Paltan bazar), Hyderabad, Imphal, Itanagar, Jorhat, Kolkata, Kohima , Nagaon, New Delhi( Hauz Khas and Lajpat Nagar), North Lakhimpur, Pune, Shillong, Silchar, Tinsukia and Tezpur ( proper addresses of the banks may be obtained from Tezpur University website) by paying Rs. 520/(Rs 270/for SC/ ST) only in cash or (ii) by sending a request to the Controller of Examinations, Tezpur University, P.O.Napaam, Tezpur, PIN784028, Assam with a bank draft of Rs. 560/(Rs 310/for SC/ST) only drawn in favour of the Registrar, Tezpur University payable at Tezpur and a self addressed unstamped envelop of size 30cm x 25cm or (iii) by down loading from Tezpur University website Downloaded application form must be accompanied by a Bank Draft of Rs. 500/( Rupees five hundred) only drawn in favour of the Registrar, Tezpur University payable at Tezpur.

Last date of issue and receipt of application form : 01st December 2009

Further Info/Application forms for Tezpur University Molecular Biology/Biotechnology PhD Admissions 2010

Phd at Kuvempu University

KUVEMPU UNIVERSITY
Vishwavidyanilaya Karyalaya, Kuvempu Centenary Building,
Jnana Sahyadri, Shankaraghatta - 577 451
Shimoga Dist Karnataka

No.KU/ Ph.d -1/ 4125 / 2009-10 Date:15-10-2009

NOTIFICATION FOR PhD REGISTRATION 2009-10

Applications are invited from eligible candidates for registration to the regular PhD programme in the Post Graduate Departments of Kuvempu University.

Biotechnology & Bioinformatics

Bio - Chemistry
Applied Botany
Applied Zoology
Microbiology

The registration will be made as per the regulations governing the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) through Departmental Level Entrance Test.

The interested candidates may contact the chairpersons of the concerned departments to confirm the availability of seats & guides. The prescribed application form can be obtained from the office of the Deputy Registrar (Academic) from 20-10-2009 on payment of the prescribed fee of Rs.800-00 through the bank challan.

The last date for submission of filled in application form is 30th November 2009

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PhD at National Chemical Laboratory, Pune

NATIONAL CHEMICAL LABORATORY (NCL Pune)
(Council of Scientific & Industrial Research)
PUNE 411 008

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Application for PhD Programme (JUNIOR RESEARCH FELLOW)

National Chemical Laboratory (NCL), a premier Research Laboratory under the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (http://www.csir.res.in) is engaged in world class research in chemical and related sciences. NCL (http://www.ncl-india.org) is a major knowledge based laboratory devoted to research in the following area:-

• Agricultural Biotechnology
• Artificial Intelligence
• Bioorganic Chemistry
• Catalysis
• Chaos Theory and Turbulence
• Chemistry of Materials including Nanomaterials
• Complex Fluids and Polymer Engineering
• Energy Technology
• Fluid Modeling and Computational Fluid Dynamics
• Green Chemistry
• Mathematical & System Biology
• Microbial and Mammalian Cell Culture
• Molecular Host-pathogene Interactions
• Molecular Marker Technology
• Nonlinear Dynamics
• Organic Chemistry
• Plant Tissue Culture
• Polymer Science
• Process Design Modeling and Simulation
• Reaction Engineering
• Separation Science
• Structure-function and Crystallography of Biomolecules
• Theoretical Chemistry and Computational Science

NCL has an active research program leading to Ph.D. degree in all the above mentioned areas. It provides a stimulating atmosphere, which fosters creativity and encourages innovative thinking and research. Various awards including travel grant to attend conferences abroad are provided to Ph.D. students. Additional incentives will be available for interdisciplinary research.

Applications are invited from candidates who are holding M.Sc. degree or equivalent in all branches of Science and have qualified in CSIR-NET under CSIR/UGC fellowship scheme or DBT/ICMR JRF examination scheme or BioInformatics National Certification (BINC) Examination, for admission to the Ph.D. programme. Selection for admission to the Ph.D. programme will be done on the basis of an interview to he held at NCL in broad disciplines of Organic Chemistry, Catalysis, Life Sciences, Physical & Theoretical Chemistry, Materials Chemistry, Polymer Science and Chemical Engineering. The number of students to be selected in each of the above disciplines will depend on the vacancies that will exist for each of the disciplines.

A candidate may choose to be considered in any three of the above disciplines. The candidates will be interviewed separately in each of the disciplines of his/her choice. Separate merit list will be prepared in each of the above disciplines.

Tenure: The selected JRFs will be eligible for a stipend of Rs.12,000/- p.m. + House Rent Allowance (HRA) as admissible under rules and a Contingency grant of Rs.20,000/- per annum. On completion of two years, JRFs could be upgraded to Senior Research Fellowship (SRF) on assessment which will enable them to get Rs.14,000/- p.m. The total tenure including the fellowship period shall not exceed 5 years.

Eligibility: The candidate should have qualified in NET examination held on June, 2009 under CSIR/UGC category or should have valid award letter under the above or should have qualified under DBT/ICMR JRF examination scheme or BioInformatics National Certification (BINC) Examination.

Application procedure and interview schedule:

Candidates who fulfill the above requirements may kindly send their applications in the prescribed proforma addressed to the Section Officer, Student Academic Office, Room No.264, 1st Floor, National Chemical Laboratory, Pune 411 008, along with copies of testimonials in support of educational qualifications and CSIR-NET award letter issued by CSIR or DBT/ICMR JRF qualification letter duly superscribed “Application for Ph.D. Programme”. The proforma may be downloaded from http://www.ncl-india.org/ncljobs/managejobs.jsp.

Last date for receipt of application is Tuesday, 8th December, 2009.

The interviews will be held on 9th and 10th December 2009 at NCL in the Conference Room, 3rd Floor, Main Building. Please report at 9.00 a.m. on 9th December, 2009.

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PhD at SASTRA University, Thanjavur

SASTRA University
Thanjavur 613 401
Tamil Nadu

Applications are invited from candidates for full-time Ph.D. in the following areas:

School of Chemical and Biotechnology

• Biochemistry
• Biosensors
• Cancer Biology and Cell Signaling
• Coordination and Combinatorial
• Chemistry
• Cheminformatics
• Drug Design and Delivery
• Electrophysiology
• Genetic Circuits
• Green Chemistry
• Materials Science
• Nanobioscience
• Nanomedicine
• Nanotoxicology
• Proteomics
• Stem Cells and Regenerative Medicine
• Structural Biology and Bioinformatics
• Tissue Engineering

B.Tech./M.Tech./M.E./M.Pharm./M.Phil./M.Sc. graduates from relevant isciplines may apply.

Selection will be based on the performance in written test and technical interview to be conducted at the University campus.

A stipend of Rs 10,000 per month will be provided for the selected candidates who do not receive CSIR/UGC/NET fellowship.

Interested candidates may e-mail their resume to phdadmissions@sastra.edu on or before 15 November 2009.

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PhD at NII

NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF IMMUNOLOGY (NII Delhi)
Aruna Asaf Ali Marg
New Delhi-110 067

Admission to NII PhD Programme 2010- 2011

National Institute of Immunology (NII) invites applications for its PhD programme 2010. Cutting-edge research at the Institute encompasses broad interdisciplinary areas -

1) Chemical Biology

2) Genetics & Cell Signaling

3) Immunity & Infection

4) Molecular & Cellular Biology

5) Reproduction & Development

6) Structural & Computational Biology

Minimum qualifications for PhD:

1. 
   
   M.Sc. in any branch of Science (e.g. Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics) or M.Tech. or M.B.B.S. or M.V.Sc. or M.Pharm. or equivalent qualification recognized by Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi, is required.
   
   
   
2. 
   
   First Division or equivalent grade or at least 60% of aggregate scores in all major examinations from Senior Secondary Certificate (10+2) onwards is required.
   
   
   
3. 
   
   Candidates appearing for the qualifying examination this year may also apply; they will be admitted provisionally pending satisfactory fulfillment of the above requirements at the time of joining.
   
   
   
4. 
   
   Reservations are as per statutory norms.
   
   
   

Selection procedure for PhD :

1. 
   
   Candidates fulfilling minimum requirements will be invited for a written qualifying test at their own expenses on February 13, 2010 at any of the following four centers - Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Delhi, & Kolkata. The Institute shall try to accommodate the choice of centers indicated by the candidate. However, in case of non-availability of a seat at the centers chosen by the candidate, the candidate shall be required to appear for the written qualifying test at the centre allotted by the Institute.
   
   
   
2. 
   
   The written test is aimed at evaluating abilities to comprehend, analyse and reason. Therefore, the examination is General Aptitude Test & no separate syllabus is prescribed.
   
   
   
3. 
   
   The results of the written test along with the details of the interviews shall be available on the website of the Institute as well as on the Notice Board of the Institute on February 22, 2010.
   
   
   
4. 
   
   Interviews will be held at National Institute of Immunology, New Delhi from June 3-6, 2010. The Interviews will be held in two stages. The candidates will be short-listed for the final interview based on their performance in the first interview. Final interview will be held in the last two days.
   
   
   
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   The selected candidates would be paid second class train fare for joining the Ph.D. programme on providing the proof of journey.
   
   
   
6. 
   
   Candidates selected after the interviews will be enrolled for the Ph.D. programme of NII in academic affiliation with JNU, New Delhi.
   
   
   

PROCEDURE FOR SUBMISSION OF ONLINE APPLICATION

FACILITY FOR ONLINE APPLICATION SHALL BE AVAILABLE UP TO 25TH NOVEMBER 2009 BY 3.00 PM. HOWEVER THE APPLICANTS HAVE TO ENSURE THAT THE HARD COPY OF THE ONLINE RECEIPT AND ADMIT CARD FORM REACHES NII ON OR BEFORE 30TH NOVEMBER 2009.

Instructions :

1. 
   
   Please read the following instructions carefully before starting the online registration.
   
   
   
2. 
   
   Obtain a Demand Draft for Rs. 500/- (Rs. 300/- in case of SC/ST candidates, provided relevant documentary proof is enclosed) of six months validity in favour of ‘Director, National Institute of Immunology’, payable at Canara Bank, Jit Singh Marg, New Delhi.
   
   
   
3. 
   
   Name of the Candidate and date of birth should be entered exactly as shown in the Senior Secondary School Certificate or equivalent.
   
   
   
4. 
   
   After filling the required details in the online application form, a receipt and Admit Card form will be generated in the PDF format. The applicant has to take a hard copy printout of these receipt as well as the Admit Card form, sign on the relevant places, paste photographs, attach the following documents and send them by regular post to the address given below.
   
   
   

Enclosures with the admit card form & the hard copy receipt of the online application form :

1. 
   
   Demand Draft
   
   
   
2. 
   
   Two self addressed stamped (Rs. 5/-) envelopes (10 cms X 22 cms)
   
   
   
3. 
   
   Two recent passport size photographs (paste one duly signed by candidate on the hard copy of the receipt and one on the admit card form).
   
   
   
4. 
   
   Reservation certificate, if applicable.
   
   
   

The hard copy of the online receipt and admit card form along with the enclosures should be sent to ‘MANAGER (A&E), NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF IMMUNOLOGY, ARUNA ASAF ALI MARG, NEW DELHI-110067’ so as to reach on or BEFORE November 30, 2009. ‘Application for Ph.D. Admission-2010’ should be mentioned on the envelop.

1. 
   
   Copies of the certificates or mark sheets SHOULD NOT BE enclosed with the hard copy of online receipt.
   
   
   
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   The online applications will be eligible for further processing only after the receipt of the signed hard copy of online receipt along with all enclosures at the institute before the closing date i.e. November 30, 2009.
   
   
   
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   After complete processing of the applications, the admit card with signature and seal of competent authority will be mailed back to the candidate.
   
   
   
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   Incomplete applications in any respect will be summarily rejected & no correspondence in this regard will be entertained. Applications received after the closing date will not be entertained on any ground including postal delays. The decisions of the Admission Committee will be final and binding and no correspondence will be entertained in this regard.
   
   
   

ONLINE APPLICATIONS CAN BE ENTERED BETWEEN NOVEMBER 03 TO NOVEMBER 25 (3.00 PM), 2009

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PhD at Karunya University, Coimbatore

KARUNYA UNIVERSITY
Karunya Nagar
Coimbatore - 641114, Tamil Nadu

MPhil/PhD DMISSIONS November 2009

School of Biotechnology and Health Science (Bio-technology/ Bio-informatics)*:

Cancer, Diabetes, Mental health care, Inflammatory and infectious disease, Medicinal plant, Tissue and conservation of endangered plants, Waste management, Bio-control, Biosynthesis and characterization of nonoparticles, Proteomics, System biology, Biochemistry, Biophysics, Crystallography, Bioinformatics, Molecular modeling, Drug design, Biological data base integration.

Vacancies: Ph.D: 15; M.Phil: 13

School of Food Science and Technology *:

Food, Industrial, Enviornmental microbilogy, Food extrusion, Technology, Food preservation and packaging technology, Food processing and value addition, Technology development for traditional products, Nutracaeuticals, Technology of natural colours

Vacancies: Ph.D: 8

*Department specific examination will be conducted in these specialization only

REGULATIONS AND APPLICATION FORM can be downloaded from the university website. Filled in application form should be sent to Dean (Research), Karunya University, Coimbatore -641114- TN, along with a DD of Rs.300/- drawn in favour of "Registrar, Karunya University" payable at Coimbatore.

IMPORTANT DATES - 2009

Oct 31: Last date of receipt of application form by post
Nov 6: Last date of receipt of application form by hand
Nov. 7: Entrance Examination (Part A - Research Aptitude and Part - B Department specific) and interview
Nov. 9: Publication of Merit list - internet
Nov. 10: Date of Admission
Nov. 30: Commencement of Semester

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Application Annexure

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JRF at Mumbai

NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR RESEARCH IN REPRODUCDTIVE HEALTH
(Indian Council of Medical Research)
J.M. Street , Parel, Mumbai 400012

Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

BRNS/DAE funded project “Expression of follicle stimulating hormone receptor in granulosa cell and its association with altered ovarian response to gonadotropin treatment”

Essential Qualification : First Class M.Sc. degree in Biochemistry, Biotechnology or Life Sciences.

Desirable Qualification: Two years research experience particularly in molecular biology and reproductive biology

Tenure: Initially for one year, extendable for two years based on satisfactory performance in the first year.

Fellowship: Rs.12,000 p.m.

Age Limit: Not more than 28 years as on last date of submission of application form.

Interested candidates may apply on plain paper to the Director, National Institute for Research in Reproductive Health, Jehangir Merwanji Street, Parel, Mumbai 400012 before 10 th November 2009. Envelop should be marked as "JRF-BRNS (SDM)". Please note that no TA/DA will be paid to attend the interview.

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PhD at Hyderabad

CENTRE FOR DNA FINGERPRINTING AND DIAGNOSTICS (CDFD)
(An autonomous Centre of the Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science, Govt. of India)
Bldg. 7, Gruhakalpa, 5-4-399 / B, Nampally
Hyderabad - 500 001 INDIA

Admission for Research Scholars Program -2009

The CDFD (Centre for DNA Fingerprinting and Diagnostics) Hyderabad, is a premier institute in the country, which provides services in DNA Fingerprinting and Diagnostics and conducts basic research in different areas of modern molecular and cellular biology.

The main themes of research at CDFD are:

Genetics

Molecular and Cellular Biology

Molecular Pathogenesis

Computational & Structural Biology

(The details are listed on our website www.cdfd.org.in).

We invite applications from highly motivated candidates, willing to take up challenges in modern biology, for admissions to our Research Scholars program. Keeping in view the interdisciplinary nature of modern biology, we especially encourage persons from diverse backgrounds to apply. Those admitted as Research Scholars would be encouraged to apply for the PhD program of Manipal University or University of Hyderabad.

Eligibility

MBBS or Masters degree in any branch of Science, Technology, or Agriculture from a recognized University / Institute. Candidates (other than MBBS graduates) must have cleared the CSIR/UGC/DBT/ICMR/ICAR NET for JRF. Those who have appeared, but are awaiting results, are also eligible to apply.

However, only those candidates will be considered who produce proof of having cleared the CSIR/UGC/DBT/ICMR/ICAR NET JRF except for M.B.B.S. Admission to CDFD-Research Scholars program is based on a 2-tier system involving a written / online examination followed by interview of candidates who have qualified the written / online examination.

CDFD is pleased to announce upto two research fellowships for the candidates with MBBS. The admission procedure will remain the same.

In the case of candidates whose JRF examination results are announced before the written / online test of CDFD takes place, and have qualified the NET with fellowship, they will be eligible to appear for the CDFD examination upon furnishing the relevant details of having cleared the JRF/NET with fellowship.

Applications may be made online through our website (www.cdfd.org.in). Applications may also be made on plain paper as per the format displayed on our website and should be sent to Admissions Co-ordinator, Academic cell, CDFD (Office Block), Bldg.-7, Gruhakalpa, 5-4-399/B Nampally, Hyderabad – 500 001. However, the preferred mode of submitting applications will be online. The last date for applications to reach CDFD is 16.11.2009. The list of eligible candidates will be displayed on our website on 30.11.2009. No individual intimation letter would be sent.

Eligible candidates will be called for written / online examination at CDFD on 13th December 2009 (Sunday). Those who qualify the written examination will be interviewed on 14th December 2009 (Monday). No TA/DA will be paid. Director, CDFD reserves the right to accept / reject any or all applications without assigning any reasons whatsoever.

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SRF at Pune - Walk-in

Molecular Biology and Genetic Engineering Laboratory
VASANTDADA SUGAR INSTITUTE
Manjari Budruk, Taluka: Haveli
District: Pune - 412 307

Senior Research Fellow [1 Post] in Molecular Biology and Genetic Engineering

Job Description Candidate should be able to develop molecular markers to differentiate between high and low sucrose content in sugarcane seedlings. Candidate will have to work right from collection of material, DNA isolation to analysis of markers in segregated population.

Qualification: MSc Biotechnology/Botany/Biochemistry/Agril Biotechnology from any reputed University

Experience: Freshers are eligible to apply. However, preference will be given to those having experience/ project work done in suitable area supported by thesis/ research publications..

Compensation: Rs.8,000/- per month consolidated plus H.R.A. as applicable.

Date of Walk-in: 04^th November 2009 at 10.00 am

No TA/ DA will be given to candidates by the Institute Candidates have to arrange on their own conveyance.

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Walkin for JRF

NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF NUTRITION
(ICMR Indian Council of Medical Research)
Tarnaka, JAMAI-OSMANIA
HYDERABAD – 500 007

Eligible candidates are invited to attend a WALK-IN-INTERVIEW on 4th November 2009 at 9.30 A.M. sharp for the following post on the project entitled “ Anti-inflammatory potential of n-3 PUFA in experimental ulcerative colitis”

Project Assistants 2 Nos (UR )

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATION 1st Class M.Sc Biochemistry/Biotech/Life Sciences

DESIRABLE 1 – 3 years experience in analytical techniques such as Gas Chromatography, Elisa and handling of laboratory animals

AGE 28 years relaxation in case of SC/ST/OBC candidates as per the GOI Rules.

CONSOLIDATED SALARY Rs 8,000/-p.m.(Fixed) without any allowances.

TENURE One year can be extendable

The candidates should bring all original certificates of educational qualification (from SSC onwards), experience and caste along with a photo and set of Xerox copies duly attested while attending the Walk-in-Interview.

GENERAL CONDITIONS : The conditions of employment will be the same as are for the project staff on contract basis. The candidates have no right to claim for any regular employment at this Institute. The Director & Appointing Authority has the right to accept / reject any application without assigning any reason and no correspondence in this matter will be entertained.

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PDF at Würzburg

Homeostasis of the central nervous system (CNS) microenvironment is essential for its normal function. It is maintained by the blood-brain barrier (BBB) which regulates the transport of molecules from blood into brain and backwards. BBB disruption is a hallmark of many diseases of the CNS, including cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, stroke, schizophrenia and the many other devastating disorders that involve the CNS. In this scenario, prevention and treatment options rely heavily upon optimized pharmacologic access to the CNS. Our research group aims to understand the BBB in the context of adverse perinatal exposures (such as systemic inflammation and hypoxia-ischemia) and adult neurologic disease models (e.g. for stroke and multiple sclerosis) by using a distinctively developmental approach.
We employ a variety of molecular and cellular techniques such as target gene identification, immunohistochemistry, and confocal imaging with genetically modified mouse models and cell culture models of the BBB.

The position is limited to a 4 years period from 01.01.2010 on, therefore we need an enthusiastic and motivated

postdoctoral fellow candidate

to study molecular mechanisms underlying BBB development and disturbance in development and in neurological disease models (see above). Areas of interest include mechanisms endothelial differentiation and dedifferentiation, protein trafficking, developmental biology, neurobiology and microscopy and molecular imaging techniques.

Trainees will have an opportunity to work in a highly interactive multidisciplinary research environment at the University of Würzburg with cutting-edge genomic and proteomic tools. Individuals with a background in molecular imaging techniques and experience in working with laboratory mice are encouraged to apply.
Applicants please submit a CV and contact information for three references to:

Ms. Sabine Mantel Tel.: 0931 201 30012
Dept. Experimental anesthesiology
(head: Prof. Dr. Förster)
Klinik und Poliklinik für Anästhesiologie
Zentrum Operative Medizin
Oberdürrbacher Straße 6
97080 Würzburg

or via email: Mantel_S-at-klinik.uni-wuerzburg.de

Application Deadline: 15th of November 2009.