Research Associate

ICRISAT
Patancheru
Andhra Pradesh 502 324

Research Associate - 3 Posts

ICRISAT invites applications for the following positions to be based at its Headquarters at Patancheru, Hyderabad , Andhra Pradesh , India for the special projects funded by Department of Biotechnology, Government of India and Indian Council for Agricultural Research, Government of India. The positions are open for Indian Nationals.

Requirements: PhD Agricultural Biotechnology/Plant Biotechnology/Life sciences/Genetics and Plant Breeding with the knowledge indicated in responsibilities. Pos-Graduates in the above mentioned areas with 2-3 years of relevant experience may also be considered.

Responsibilities: Molecular marker data analysis, marker genotyping, QTL mapping, molecular breeding, actively associate in writing project reports and research articles, and perform other related jobs from time to time.

* For informal queries to know more about the above positions, please contact Dr. Rajeev Varshney, Principal Scientist (Applied Genomics) and Co-ordinator/ PI ( r.k.varshney@cgiar.org ).

Duration : One position 3 years, other two positions two years; however extendable based on performance and need

How to Apply: The application should include an up-to-date resume, a recent passport size photograph , names and addresses (including phone & e-mail) of two referees and applicant's signature. Please send applications along with photocopies of all necessary documents stating the job title clearly on the application/envelope, to Human Resources Services, ICRISAT, Patancheru, Andhra Pradesh 502 324 , or by E-mail to icrisat.nrsjobs@cgiar.org , latest by 20 ^th January 2010. Only short-listed candidates will be called for interview at ICRISAT, Hyderabad .

ICRISAT is an equal opportunity employer, and is especially interested in increasing participation of women on its staff.

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