Friday, June 25, 2010

JRF/ SRF/ RA

Department of Plant Sciences
UNIVERSITY OF HYDERABAD
Hyderabad

Advertisement for JRF/SRF/RA in CSIR Project

Applications on plain paper along with details of CV are invited from qualified candidates for Research Fellowship/ Associateship in CSIR- sponsored research project.

JRF/ SRF/ RA
CSIR sponsored “Selection of suitable combination of chitosan and plant growth promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR) for tomato and elucidate the mechanism using molecular approaches
Essential Qualifications
JRF - M.Sc. in Plant Sciences/ Microbiology/ Biotechnology with I Division and NET or GATE qualified
SRF - M.Sc. in Plant Sciences/ Microbiology/ Biotechnology with at least two years of post-M.Sc. research experience as evidenced from published papers in standard refereed journals
RA – Ph.D. in Plant Sciences/ Microbiology/ Biotechnology in related area of research
Fellowship As per CSIR guidelines

Notes:
1) You may visit the University of Hyderabad website www.uohyd.ernet.in to learn more about the University of Hyderabad.
2) Applicants should note that the appointment to be made is purely temporary and there is no right for claiming for any regular appointment in the University.
3) No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview or at the time of joining the post, if selected.
4) The application should be submitted only by post/courier to the address given below on or before 30th June, 2010.
Prof. Appa Rao Podile
Dept. of Plant Sciences
University of Hyderabad
Hyderabad- 500 046
5) Short-listed candidates will be called for interview at a short notice.

Thursday, June 24, 2010

CSIR Madras Complex,
Taramani Campus, Chennai - 600 113.

Walk in interview
on 1st July 2010 at NEERI at 9.30 AM

Position Name: Project Assistant Level II

Project title: Molecular characterization of air microbes

Job requirement: Bioaerosol monitoring and genomic tools in characterization

Qualification: M.Sc Biotechnoloygy / Microbiology

Duration: 12 months

Stipend: 10,000 per month

No of position: 1

For further reference http://csirmadrascomplex.gov.in/Careers.html#No.IN/2/2%2831%292010-Rct.

Wednesday, June 23, 2010

SRF

Centre for Environmental Science and Engineering
INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (IITB)
Powai, Mumbai 400 076

SRF: (1 Post)

P(03-3) Surfactant Aided Biodegradation of Model NAPLs.

Eligibility : M.Tech in Environmental/Chemical/Civil Engineering, MSc Chemistry, Biotechnology & Microbiology with two years research experience.

Salary : Consolidated salary Rs.14000/- p.m. + HRA

Job Profile : The research involves experiments using hydrocarbon degrading microorganisms, surfactant aided degradation studies with synthetic oil formulations and interpretation of culture dynamics from bacterial PLFA profiles

The positions are temporary initially for a period of one year and tenable only for the duration of project. The selection committee may offer lower or higher designation and lower or higher salary depending upon the experience and performance of the candidate in the interview. Our Website http://www.ircc.iitb.ac.in/IRCC-Webpage/JobOpportunities.jsp
Last Date of the receipt of the application is 30th June, 2010

Candidate should apply online at http://www.ircc.iitb.ac.in/IRCC-Webpage/HRMSLoginPage.jsp , if there is any problem applying online, send in the prescribed Application Form available at http://www.ircc.iitb.ac.in/IRCC-Webpage/PDF/Application_online.pdf Candidates can apply for multiple positions with separate Application Form for each position. The postal address to send the application is as given below.

Asst. Registrar (R & D Office), IRCC Wing, SJMSOM Building, Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, Powai, Mumbai-400076, Phone: 022-2576 4078 Email id.: recruit@ircc.iitb.ac.in

Tuesday, June 22, 2010

RA/SRF/Technicians

DIRECTORATE OF RICE RESEARCH (DRR Hyderabad)
(Indian Council of Agricultural Research)
Rajendranagar, Hyderabad-500 030

WALK-IN-INTERVIEW

Eligible candidates are invited to attend the walk-in-interview on 25.06.2010 (Friday) between 9.30 a.m. to 11.00 a.m. for the temporary posts of Research Associate/Senior Research Fellow / Tech.Assistant / Highly Skilled Technical Person & Project Assistant to work under the research projects sanctioned to Directorate of Rice Research, Rajendranagar, Hyderabad.

1. NAIP project on “Research into Development of Decision Support Systems for insect Pests of major Rice and Cotton based Cropping system”.

RA - (1 post)
Essential Qualifications: MSc (Zoology) / MSc (Ag) in Entomology
Desirable Qualifications:
(i) PhD in Entomology/Zoology, (ii) Experience in working in the fields of rice entomology and forecasting of pests and diseases in rice.
Duration: 1 year;
Emoluments: Consolidated pay of Rs.18,000/- p.m. plus HRA for Doctoral and Rs.17,000/-p.m. plus HRA for Masters.
2. ICAR network project on “Transgenic in Crop” (Functional Genomics Component Iron and Zinc in Rice);

RA - (1 post)
Essential Qualifications: Ph.D./M.Sc Plant Science
Desirable Qualifications:
PhD or 3 years experience with working with molecular markers, grain quality (micro nutrients) analysis, QTL analysis as evident from publications.
Duration: Two years
Emoluments: Rs.18,000/-p.m. +HRA
3. DBT project on “Characterization and use of EMS induced mutants of Rice variety Nagina 22 for yield, drought tolerance and phosphorus use efficiency

SRF - (1 post)
Essential Qualifications: MSc (Botany/Physiology/Genetics and Breeding/Biotechnology)
Desirable Qualifications: One year experience of working with mutants/field work/crop physiology/mutants
Duration: Two years
Emoluments: Rs.14,000/-p.m. plus HRA
4. DBT project on “Identification of molecular markers linked to Quality parameters in rice, their validation and utilization in Marker Aided selection

SRF - (1 post)
Essential Qualifications:
M.Sc (Ag) or M.Sc. in Pl. Breeding/Genetics/Biotechnology from any recognized university
Desirable Qualifications:
Work experience in rice breeding and sound knowledge of molecular markers analysis as evidenced by publications and/or reference letters; with good knowledge in writing and communication skills, sound knowledge in computer and internet applications
Duration: till March, 2011
Emoluments: Rs.14,000/-p.m. + HRA
5. DUS Tests in Rice:

SRF - (2 posts)
Essential Qualifications:
Master of Science (M.Sc.- Ag) in Agricultural Sciences with specialization in Genetics and Plant Breeding (or) Plant genetic Resources or M.Sc in Botany or Genetics from any of the recognized universities in India
Desirable Qualifications:
1. Experience in conducting the field experiments of Agricultural Crops preferably cereals and Characterization and documentation of Germplasm.
2. Experience in data base maintenance and sound knowledge of Computer applications.
Duration: 1 year and likely to get extended
Emoluments: Rs.12,000/-p.m for 1st & 2nd year and Rs.14,000/-p.m. plus HRA for 3rd year onwards.
6. ICAR Network Project for Transgenic in Crops (Transgenic Component):

SRF - (1 post)
Essential Qualifications:
M.Sc degree in Plant Biotechnology/Plant Molecular Biology/Plant Sciences/Life Sciences/Plant Breeding & Genetics/Botany
Desirable Qualifications:
2-3 years research experience in genetic engineering of plants with specialization in rice tissue culture, genetic transformation and molecular biology techniques desirable. Experience in insect bioassay of transgenic rice/crop is also desirable
Duration: 2 years
Emoluments Rs.12,000/-p.m. for 1st & 2nd year and Rs.14,000/-p.m. plus HRA for 3rd year onwards.
7. DBT project on “Promoter mining for identification of novel regulatory elements of candidate genes in rice for biotic stresses”.

SRF - (1 post)
Essential Qualifications:
M.Sc (Agriculture-Biotechnology) or M.Sc in any subjects in Life sciences
Desirable Qualifications:
Basic Bioinformatics knowledge is desirable
Duration: 4 months
Emoluments: Rs.12,000/-p.m plus HRA.
8. DBT project on “Improving the livelihood of SC/ST farmers through rice technology interventions

Project Asst.II - (1 post)
Essential Qualifications:
B.Sc (B.Z.C./Microbiology) or Diploma in Agriculture
Desirable Qualifications:
Work experience in rural areas / field related work
Duration: 1 year
Emoluments: Rs.5000/-p.m. (consolidated)
9. DBTs GCP project on “Development of Biotic Stress Resistant Rice through marker assisted breeding”.

Tech. Asst. - (1 post)
Essential Qualifications:
Master’s degree in Agriculture/Plant Sciences/Life Sciences/Biotechnology
Desirable Qualifications:
One year experience in field/laboratory work.
Duration: 1 year
Emoluments: Rs.8,000/-p.m. (consolidated).
10. ICAR “Seed Production in Agricultural Field crops and Fisheries

Highly Skilled Tech Persons - (2 posts)
Essential Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) Botany-Genetics/Zoology, Chemistry or Dip. in agriculture from any of the recognized universities in India.
Desirable Qualifications:
1. Experience in seed production of agricultural crops or assisting in conducting the field experiments/Labour management in farms.
2.Experience in data base maintenance and knowledge of Computer applications
Duration: 1 year and likely to get extended
Emoluments: Rs.8,000/-p.m.(fixed)
Age: Below 35 years for men and 40 years for women for Technical Assistant, Project Assistant-II, Highly Skilled Technical Person & SRF and below 40 years for men and 45 years for women for RA as on 1.6.2010 (age relaxation up to 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC candidates)

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

Monday, June 21, 2010

JRF

DBT funded Project entitled: Combination therapy using suicide genes and recombinant antibody

Position: Junior Research Fellow (Two)
Minimum Qualification: M. Sc. in Biotechnology/Molecular Biology/Biochemistry/Microbiology/related fields in Life Sciences or ME/ MTech in Biotechnology. Applicants having hands-on experience in Molecular Biology/Cell Biology/Phage Display/ Computational Biology will be preferred.
Duration and Emoluments: 1 year initially. May be extended, subject to progress reviewed after initial period of appointment. 1st & 2nd year: @12,000j- p. m. + 15% HRA + Rs. 500j- MA; 3rd year onwards: @14,000j- p. m. + 15% HRA + Rs. 500/- MA (As per Institute nule).
Terms and Conditions:
1. Fulfilling minimum essential qualifications does not guarantee selection to the posts
2. Actual screening and selection of fellow will be based on the academic credential of applicants and requirements of the project.
3. The above position is purely on temporary basis.
5. The continuation of the tenure of Research Fellow will depend upon the progress reviewed and availability of fund in the project.
6. No TA, DA will be paid to attend the walk-in-interview.
Candidates may report with their CV (including educational qualification indicating percentage of marksjdivision, relevant experience, contact address, phone no., e-mail etc.), attested copies of relevant documents and a recent passport photograph on Wednesday, 23 June 2010 at 2.30 PM at the Conference room of the Department of Biotechnology, IIT Guwahati, Guwahati 781039. An advance copy of CV may be sent by post or e-mail to Dr. Biplab Bose, Department of Biotechnology, IIT Guwahati, Guwahati - 781039, Phone: 0361-2582216; E-mail: biplabbose@iitg.ernet.in.
No TA/DA will be paid to the candidate for appearing the walk-in-interview.

Sunday, June 20, 2010

RA Post

USV Limited
B.S.D Marg, Govandi,
MUMBAI, Maharashtra

Research Associate - Patent Department

Job Description
1.To analyse inlicensing opportunities by doing due diligence .
2.Analysing and updating developments in therapeutic area like diabetes and cardiovascular.
3.Prepare powerpoint presentation to technically support the domestic marketing and business proposals.
4.To check the technical feasibility of business opportunities.
5.Analyzing Patents.
Desired Profile
1.Must have biotechnology / biochemistry / Molecular Biology knowledge.
2. Must have sound knowledge of internet/browsing/search engines
3. Must have knowledge of scouting and preparing presentations.
4. Candidates having experience of Market Research and Business development in Pharmaceutical industry are preferred.
Experience 1 - 3 Years

Role Bio-Tech Research Associate/Scientist

Education
UG - B.Sc,B.Tech/B.E. - Bio-Chemistry/Bio-Technology
PG - M.Sc,M.Tech - Bio-Chemistry/Bio-Technology
Compensation: Compensation will be at par with industry standards

Location Mumbai

Friday, June 18, 2010

SRF

NATIONAL AIDS RESEARCH INSTITUTE (NARI PUNE)
73, 'G' Block, MIDC, Bhosari
Pune-411 026.

Senior Research Fellow (SRF)
Project Construction and Characterization of Genetically Engineered Chimeric HIV-1 Envelope Protein Modulating Virus Neutralization: Implication and Relevance in Vaccine development
Job Responsibilities
Molecular Cloning, Amplification and cloning of functional HIV-1 genes, genetic engineering, Neutralization assays, cell culture, correlating viral genetics with HIV-1 entry, and neutralization.
Essential Minimum Qualification(s) First Class M.Sc/M.Tech in Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Physiology, Zoology and in any other branches of Life Sciences.
Desired Qualifications Prior experience with molecular cloning, virus neutralization, isolation of viral RNA and proviral DNA, gene amplification, expression and sequencing and interpretation, cell culture and familiar with working with viruses especially HIV
Experience At least 2 years of proven research experiences. Preference will be given to candidates working with viruses, DNA, RNA and are familiar with molecular biology and virus biology
Consolidated Stipend (per month) Rs 14000/- + 20% House rent Allowances (HRA)

Age Limit 32 years

Important:

Two Letters of Recommendations are essential with the application. Details of previous work to be given in the application. If the candidate is currently working/associated with academia (such as Research Organization or University), he/she should provide letter of recommendation/support from his/her supervisor. The selected candidate will be required to join NARI immediately. Please note that there is no hostel facility.

Note: As per the guidelines of DBT, Govt of India, please note the following regarding benefits and compensation:

  1. No DA and CCA allowances

  2. HRA is as per rules

  3. Medical benefit: As per institutional rules

  4. SRF only eligible for causal leave. Participation in scientific meetings/workshops duly approve by Director, NARI and PI will be treated as “on duty”

  5. No Bonus and No Leave Travel Concession

  6. Shall be obligated by rules and regulations by host institute
FORMAT OF APPLICATION:

  1. Complete Bio-data/CV with a passport photograph attached to it

  2. List of Publications if any

  3. Areas of strength in laboratory research with evidence

  4. Hands on experiences on laboratory techniques

  5. Why are you suitable for this position?

  6. Specify your short and long time goals

  7. Letters of recommendation

  8. Application must be signed by the applicant

  9. Provide email and Telephone / Mobile No

  10. Send Application to Director, National AIDS Research Institute, 73, 'G' Block MIDC, Bhosari, P.B. 1895, Pune 411026.
Apply on plain paper, enclose full bio-data and attested photocopies of proof of age, educational qualification, work experience, degree certificates etc. along with a cross Demand Draft for Rs.25/- drawn in favor of Director, National AIDS Research Institute, 73, 'G' Block MIDC, Bhosari, P.B. 1895, Pune 411026. Government servants should apply through proper channel. Director, NARI reserves the right to shortlist candidates to be interviewed. Any canvassing by or on behalf of the candidates or bringing political or other influence with regards to selection shall be considered as a disqualification.

Summary of the Project:
The project is sanctioned under Vaccine Grand Challenge Program (VGCP) by the Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science and Technology Government of India under targeted objective: To investigate new approaches for development of vaccines against HIV. A major component towards an effective vaccine development against the Human Immunodeficiency Virus Type 1 (HIV-1) is to elicit broadly neutralizing antibodies. Thus, antibodies targeting conserved epitopes on the HIV-1 surface glycoprotein gp120 and the transmembrane glycoprotein gp41, which interact non-covalently to form a trimer of heterodimers on the virion surface holds a promise towards providing leads in vaccine development by abrogating viral entry. A major challenge in development of an effective HIV vaccine is to elicit neutralizing antibodies that will act a broad array of primary isolates with equal potency. The entry of HIV-1 into host cell by interaction with cell surface CD4 and a chemokine receptor (coreceptor) such as CCR5 or CXCR4 is the crucial step in the virus life cycle. The strength and quantum of interaction between SU gp120 with CD4 and CCR5 plays a very critical role in productive infection, transmission and sensitivity to inhibitors and antibodies interfering virus entry. Identification of determinants in HIV-1 envelope protein that induces structural conformation towards modulating envelope interaction with CD4 and coreceptors will potentially aid in designing envelope based vaccine. The flexible domains on envelope trimer of HIV-1 possess critical motifs that modulate affinity to CD4, coreceptor binding and sensitivity to neutralization. Our current research is focused on the motifs that play modulatory role in sensitivity to neutralizing antibodies and entry inhibitors. In our laboratory, we amplify complete functional envelope genes from HIV+ patients' plasma, clone into expression vectors and construct pseudovirus or virus like particles (VLPs). Using this technology, in our laboratory we have recently discovered few sensitive and resistant functional envelope proteins to autologous serum antibodies from HIV+ patients. Preliminary data provided us clue that certain domains in envelope protein conferred virus resistance to antibodies and further mapping of these envelopes would enable us to identify epitopes that played significant role in autologous neutralization. The current project aims to investigate the domains in these envelope clones conferring neutralization resistance and sensitivity to enable us design appropriate construct containing envelope sequence from these patients. Our approach is highly relevant and appropriate approach towards designing a tailor-made HIV-1 subtype C based vaccine.
Note:-
1) Application should be received before 10th-July-2010.

2) Please provide your Email addresss and Contact Number (Mandatory)

Wednesday, June 16, 2010

SRF

DEPARTMENT OF MICROBIOLOGY
UNIVERSITY OF MADRAS

TARAMANI CAMPUS
CHENNAI-600 113

Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) project : “Studies on anti HIV properties of extracts derived from marine organisms

SRF
Duration of the project : 12 Months (likely to be extended based on (for all posts) performance)
Essential Qualification for SRF : M.Sc., degree in Microbiology or any branch of (1 post) life sciences. Two years of research experience.
Desirable Qualification for SRF : Experience in handling cell lines, Virology, Immunology and Molecular biology Techniques
Fellowship : Rs. 14,000 p.m (Consolidated)
LAB TECHNICIANS
Essential Qualification for : B.Sc., MLT / B.Sc. or H.Sc, with DMLT
Lab Technicians (2 posts)
Desirable Qualification for : Two years experience in Microbiology
Lab Technicians (2 posts) laboratory, handling cell lines, Immunoassays, animal handling
Salary : Rs. 6,000 p.m (Consolidated)
Note:

This project is approved for one year and likely to be extended based on performance. All eligible SRF and lab personnel will be called for an interview. No TA/DA will be provided. Applications should reach the under-signed on or before 28/06/2010.

Tuesday, June 15, 2010

JRF

NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF IMMUNOLOGY (NII)
(an autonomous research institute)
ARUNA ASAF ALI MARG
NEW DELHI –110067

Junior Research Fellow (Project) – 2 Posts
Name of the project Structural characterization of B cell linker protein and the role of its domains in the formation of a signalosome.
Job description
One Post: Experience in biochemistry / biophysics is required
One Post: Experience in cell culture will be preferred
Project Investigator/ e-mail id - Dr. Monica Sundd /monicasundd@nii.res.in
QUALIFICATIONS:

1. JRF (PROJECT) - MSc in Biochemistry / Biophysics / Biotechnology (Please note that the candidates who have appeared for Final year M Sc and are awaiting their results are not eligible. Only those candidates whose results have been declared at the time of submission of application may apply).

EMOLUMENTS

The selected candidates will draw consolidated emoluments as per Institute Rules. The three different slabs for Project Associates are mentioned below :

JRF (PROJECT) - Rs 12000 consolidated p.m. plus 30% HRA
For Project Associate, Ph.D and who have qualified National qualifying examination NET/GATE/CSIR/ICMR will be given preference.

No hostel/ housing facility will be provided. However allotment of shared dormitory accommodation can be considered depending on availability. No HRA will be payable if such accommodation is availed of.
No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview if called for.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates may apply directly, strictly in the prescribed format given below, through e-mail, to the Investigator of the project, clearly indicating the name of the project along with their complete C.V., e-mail id, fax numbers, telephone numbers. Short listed candidates will be required to submit attested copies of all their certificates and a Demand Draft of Rs 50/- drawn on Canara Bank or Indian Bank payable at Delhi / New Delhi in favour of the Director, NII (SC / ST and PH candidates are exempted subject to submission of documentary proof), at the time of interview.

LAST DATE OF RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS- 18-06-2010

Monday, June 14, 2010

PhD positions

Amrita Centre for Nanosciences
Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham
AIMS Ponnekkara P O
Kochi-682041

DBT/CSIR-NET/ICMR-qualified candidates are invited to apply for PhD positions in Pharmaceutical Biotechnology (PHB) or Bioinformatics (BIN) at Dr. Sujit Nair’s laboratory in the Amrita Centre for Nanosciences & Molecular Medicine, Amrita University, Cochin.

The position in PHB involves interaction with clinicians and basic biologists in the field of cancer pharmacogenomics and will seek to understand the molecular basis of cancer.

The position in BIN involves the development of computational approaches to predict gene interactions and analysis of gene/protein interaction networks in cancer.

Candidates applying for PHB should have a Master’s degree in biological sciences or pharmacy.

Candidates applying for BIN should have strong programming skills and a Master’s degree in Bioinformatics.
To apply, please email your updated resume to sujit108@gmail.com indicating your choice of ‘PHB’ or ‘BIN’ in the subject header.

Saturday, June 12, 2010

SRF

NATIONAL AIDS RESEARCH INSTITUTE (NARI PUNE)
73, 'G' Block, MIDC, Bhosari
Pune-411 026.

Senior Research Fellow (SRF)
Project Construction and Characterization of Genetically Engineered Chimeric HIV-1 Envelope Protein Modulating Virus Neutralization: Implication and Relevance in Vaccine development
Job Responsibilities
Molecular Cloning, Amplification and cloning of functional HIV-1 genes, genetic engineering, Neutralization assays, cell culture, correlating viral genetics with HIV-1 entry, and neutralization.
Essential Minimum Qualification(s) First Class M.Sc/M.Tech in Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Physiology, Zoology and in any other branches of Life Sciences.
Desired Qualifications Prior experience with molecular cloning, virus neutralization, isolation of viral RNA and proviral DNA, gene amplification, expression and sequencing and interpretation, cell culture and familiar with working with viruses especially HIV
Experience At least 2 years of proven research experiences. Preference will be given to candidates working with viruses, DNA, RNA and are familiar with molecular biology and virus biology
Consolidated Stipend (per month) Rs 14000/- + 20% House rent Allowances (HRA)

Age Limit 32 years

Important:

Two Letters of Recommendations are essential with the application. Details of previous work to be given in the application. If the candidate is currently working/associated with academia (such as Research Organization or University), he/she should provide letter of recommendation/support from his/her supervisor. The selected candidate will be required to join NARI immediately. Please note that there is no hostel facility.

Note: As per the guidelines of DBT, Govt of India, please note the following regarding benefits and compensation:

  1. No DA and CCA allowances

  2. HRA is as per rules

  3. Medical benefit: As per institutional rules

  4. SRF only eligible for causal leave. Participation in scientific meetings/workshops duly approve by Director, NARI and PI will be treated as “on duty”

  5. No Bonus and No Leave Travel Concession

  6. Shall be obligated by rules and regulations by host institute
FORMAT OF APPLICATION:

  1. Complete Bio-data/CV with a passport photograph attached to it

  2. List of Publications if any

  3. Areas of strength in laboratory research with evidence

  4. Hands on experiences on laboratory techniques

  5. Why are you suitable for this position?

  6. Specify your short and long time goals

  7. Letters of recommendation

  8. Application must be signed by the applicant

  9. Provide email and Telephone / Mobile No

  10. Send Application to Director, National AIDS Research Institute, 73, 'G' Block MIDC, Bhosari, P.B. 1895, Pune 411026.
Apply on plain paper, enclose full bio-data and attested photocopies of proof of age, educational qualification, work experience, degree certificates etc. along with a cross Demand Draft for Rs.25/- drawn in favor of Director, National AIDS Research Institute, 73, 'G' Block MIDC, Bhosari, P.B. 1895, Pune 411026. Government servants should apply through proper channel. Director, NARI reserves the right to shortlist candidates to be interviewed. Any canvassing by or on behalf of the candidates or bringing political or other influence with regards to selection shall be considered as a disqualification.

Summary of the Project:
The project is sanctioned under Vaccine Grand Challenge Program (VGCP) by the Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science and Technology Government of India under targeted objective: To investigate new approaches for development of vaccines against HIV. A major component towards an effective vaccine development against the Human Immunodeficiency Virus Type 1 (HIV-1) is to elicit broadly neutralizing antibodies. Thus, antibodies targeting conserved epitopes on the HIV-1 surface glycoprotein gp120 and the transmembrane glycoprotein gp41, which interact non-covalently to form a trimer of heterodimers on the virion surface holds a promise towards providing leads in vaccine development by abrogating viral entry. A major challenge in development of an effective HIV vaccine is to elicit neutralizing antibodies that will act a broad array of primary isolates with equal potency. The entry of HIV-1 into host cell by interaction with cell surface CD4 and a chemokine receptor (coreceptor) such as CCR5 or CXCR4 is the crucial step in the virus life cycle. The strength and quantum of interaction between SU gp120 with CD4 and CCR5 plays a very critical role in productive infection, transmission and sensitivity to inhibitors and antibodies interfering virus entry. Identification of determinants in HIV-1 envelope protein that induces structural conformation towards modulating envelope interaction with CD4 and coreceptors will potentially aid in designing envelope based vaccine. The flexible domains on envelope trimer of HIV-1 possess critical motifs that modulate affinity to CD4, coreceptor binding and sensitivity to neutralization. Our current research is focused on the motifs that play modulatory role in sensitivity to neutralizing antibodies and entry inhibitors. In our laboratory, we amplify complete functional envelope genes from HIV+ patients' plasma, clone into expression vectors and construct pseudovirus or virus like particles (VLPs). Using this technology, in our laboratory we have recently discovered few sensitive and resistant functional envelope proteins to autologous serum antibodies from HIV+ patients. Preliminary data provided us clue that certain domains in envelope protein conferred virus resistance to antibodies and further mapping of these envelopes would enable us to identify epitopes that played significant role in autologous neutralization. The current project aims to investigate the domains in these envelope clones conferring neutralization resistance and sensitivity to enable us design appropriate construct containing envelope sequence from these patients. Our approach is highly relevant and appropriate approach towards designing a tailor-made HIV-1 subtype C based vaccine.
Note:-
1) Application should be received before 10th-July-2010.

2) Please provide your Email addresss and Contact Number (Mandatory)

Friday, June 11, 2010

NEERI KOLKATA ZONAL LABORATORY,
NEERI KZL, I-8, Sector C, EKDP, East Kolkata Township
Kolkata 107

Project Assistant – 2 Posts

Project Title Environmental Monitoring of NTPC Power Plant, Kahalgaon, Bihar

Educational Qualification
Minimum 55% in MSc in Environmental Science, Life sciences, Chemistry for Project Assistant Level II. B.E/B.Tech (Civil/Chem) Engg Candidates with experience in related area (as indicated in the job requirement) will be preferred qualification and experience
Job Requirement Environmental Monitoring (Air, Noise, water quality and biological monitoring), knowledge of floral and faunal biodiversity, microbiology(coliforms)

Fixed Remuneration Rs. 12,000/- p.m. (Project Assistant Level II) /Rs. 14,000/- p.m. (Project Assistant Level III)

Upper Age Limit 28 years (Project Assistant Level II) / 32 years (Project Assistant Level III)

Interested and eligible candidates may apply with bio-data in the prescribed format (Annexed) supported by copies of documentary proof of date of birth, educational qualifications and experience, previous employment/engagement in any CSIR Lab./Instt. etc. by post/courier/ e-mail ps_rao@neeri.res.in or a_srivastava@neeri.res.in to the Project Leaders.

Applicants are to appear for a personal interview before the Selection Committee on June 25, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. at NEERI, Kolkata Zonal Laboratory, I-8, Sector C, EKDP, E M Bypass, Kolkata 700107. No TA will be admissible for appearing for the interview. No Separate interview call letter will be issued. Candidates who do not fulfill the prescribed educational

Wednesday, June 9, 2010

Project Assistant-III

NIO
Dona Paula
Goa-403004

Vacancy no - GAP2393/252-10

Project Assistant-III
Project Title and code Demarcation of area for edibility and non-edibility of edible bivalves an region influenced by mangrove habitats along the Goa coast, Central West Coast (CWC), India by determination of trace metal concentration in it and action thereof. -- GAP2393
Position required to be filled for period of months 10

Essential Qualifications MSc Biotech. Two years experience in the relevant field

Desiarables Isolation and estimation of DNA from selected marine organisms.

Job requirement Evaluation of impacts of selected heavy metals on selected marine biota.

Maximum age as on date of interview 32

Consolidated Stipend per month Rs. 14000

Posting at Goa

Date and time of interview 25/06/2010 10:00 AM

Place of interview and contact number
NIO Dona Paula, Goa-403004
Ph.No 0832-2450204/270

Tuesday, June 8, 2010

Advanced Instrumentation Research Facility
JAWAHARLAL NEHRU UNIVERSITY
NEW DELHI-110067, India

JRF/SRF in the DST funded PURSE programme

The work involves use of Surface Plasmon Resonance (SPR) Spectrometer, Quartz Crystal Microbalance (QCM), Galvanostat-Potentiostat and FT-IR etc. for analysis of various samples and management of office work. The position is purely temporary and available till the end of the project.

Essential Qualifications: BTech/MSc in Biotech/Physics/ Chemistry/ Biochemistry/ Instrumentation/Biophysics /Bioelectronics etc.

Desirable: Good command in Physical Chemistry/ Physics, 1 year of working experience on SPR, QCM, electrochemical techniques, FT-IR and knowledge of computer operations.

Salary: As per DST norms.

NOTE: No TA/DA shall be provided to candidates for attending the interview and candidates have to make their own arrangements for stay at New Delhi.

Please send your detailed CV along with attested copies of the certificates to Dr. Kavita Arora, Assistant Professor, Advanced Instrumentation Research Facility, Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi-110067 or E. mail at kavita.airf@gmail.com

Last date: 15th June, 2010

Research Posts walk-in

MACS-AGHARKAR RESEARCH INSTITUTE
(An Autonomous Institute of Dept. of Science & Technology, Govt. of India)
G.G.AGARKAR ROAD, PUNE - 411004

E-mail:arilib@pn2.vsnl.net.in.

Advt./Rec/08/2010

Applications are invited for following temporary positions being filled through Walk-in-interview as under –

GENETICS GROUP:
WALK-IN-INTERVIEW ON 10.06.2010 AT 3.30 P.M.
LAST DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION 08.06.2010
Research Student (1 post)
under the ARI Project entitled ‘Evaluation of plant extract/oil as botanical pesticides against major insect pests of soybean (GEN-013, period up to 31.03.2013).
Monthly stipend Rs.11,000/- fixed.
Qualifications:
Essential : 1st class M.Sc. in Botany/Zoology/M.Sc. Agri. with Plant Breeding & Genetics or Agricultural entomology/ M.Sc. Environmental Science
Desirable : Work experience in entomology project. [Code: RS/GEN-13]
BIOMETRY GROUP
WALK-IN-INTERVIEW ON 11.06.2010 AT 10.00 A.M.
LAST DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION 08.06.2010
(1) Project Co-ordinator and Research Student (1 each)
under DST ProjectDeveloping Community based approach for prevention and management of Anemia through nutritional inputs and awareness among young rural women in India’ (SP-184), Period up to December 2011.
Project Co-ordinator: Qualifications Essential: 1st class M.Sc. in Biochemistry with 5 yrs research experience in nutritional Biochemistry especially in estimation of micronutrients. The work involves supervision and co-ordination of research activities both at laboratory and field level. The work involvs travel in different states outside Maharashtra. Monthly stipend Rs.14,000/-fixed. [Code: PC/SP-184]
Research Student Qualifications Essential: 1st class M.Sc. in Biochemistry/Food Science & Nutrition with 2 yrs experience in laboratory analysis (Micronutrient estimations) on field nutrition project. Monthly stipend Rs.10,000/- fixed. [Code: RS/SP-184]
(2) Research Student (1 post)
under the DSR Project `Sorghum grain sample analysis’ (SP-164, period up to 02.02.2011).
Monthly stipend Rs.11,000/- fixed. .
Qualifications: Essential: 1st class M.Sc. in Biochemistry / Biotechnology.
Desirable 1 year experience in food analysis. [Code: RS/SP-164]
BOTANY GROUP
WALK-IN-INTERVIEW ON 21.06.2010 AT 10.00 A.M.
LAST DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION 15.06.2010.
(1) Junior Research Fellow (1 post )
under the ARI Project BOT-01 (up to March 2011),
Monthly stipend Rs.12,000/- + HRA
Qualifications: Essential :
(i) 1st class M.Sc. in Botany &
(ii) Clearance of CSIR-UGC/NET/GATE exam of JRF.
Desirable: Special subject Taxonomy/Pharmacognosy.
Experience of field studies. [Code: JRF/BOT-01]
(2) Junior Research Fellow (1 post)
under the DBT Project titled ‘Recovery of Ret Species of Ceropegia from Western Ghats’ (SP-185) (up to 09.01.2015). Monthly stipend Rs.12,000/- + HRA .
Qualifications: Essential:
(i) 1st class M.Sc. with special subject Angiosperms or Physiology &
(ii) Clearance of CSIR-UGC/NET/GATE exam of JRF.
Desirable: Experience of handling Tissue Culture Techniques & field studies for collection of proper species. [Code: JRF/SP-185]
In case of non-availability of qualified JRF, candidates having M.Sc. degree in the subjects mentioned above with at least 55% may be considered for Research Studentship on a monthly stipend of Rs.11000/- (fixed) in lieu of JRF.

MICROBAL SCIENCES DIVISION
WALK-IN-INTERVIEW ON 28.06.2010 AT 10.00 A.M.
LAST DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION 20.06.2010.
(1) Research Student (1 post)
under the Shri Lab Sponsored Project entitled ‘Isolation & Characterization of plasmid from clinical isolates (SP-187, period up to 31.10.2010).
Monthly stipend Rs.11,000/- fixed.
Qualifications: Essential : 1st class M.Sc. in Biotechnology/Microbiology. [Code: RS/SP-187]
Age Limit : Project Co-ordinator – 32 Yrs, JRF/Research Student – 28 Yrs (Relaxable as per rules)
Candidates fulfilling above conditions may apply in the prescribed format available on the Institute’s website Application Form (PDF format) (DOC format) along with attested copies of qualifications, certificates, Passport size photograph, and application fee of Rs.50/- for Research Student and Rs.100/- for Project Co-ordinator, payable by Demand Draft in favor of Director, ARI, Pune, by the last date as given and directly appear for walk-in interview as per schedule. No T.A. will be admissible for attending interview. Those candidates, who are willing to apply for more than one position, should apply separately along with D.D. and copies of other necessary documents. Applicants are requested to refer the General Conditions available on Institute’s website, before applying.

Monday, June 7, 2010

RA Post

DIVISION OF PLANT PATHOLOGY
IARI

New Delhi-110012

Subject: Filling up the post of RA in the project “Referral Centre for Virus Testing of Tissue Culture Raised Plants”.

A Walk-In-interview will be held to fill up one post in DBT funded project entitled “Referral Centre for Virus Testing of Tissue Culture Raised Plants”. The details of the post, educational qualifications and experience are given below. Eligible candidates may appear before interview on 22 June, 2010 at 10.00 A.M. in the Division of Plant Pathology, Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi-110012.

RA
Essential Qualifications PhD/MSc (Plant Pathology/ Biotechnology/ Life science/ allied fields)
Desirable
(i) 2-3 years experience in Molecular biology/ Plant virus diseases/ Diagnostic techniques as supported by published papers.
(ii) Experience in handling software’s involved in Life Sciences research.
Pay (Rs) Rs.18,000/- PM + HRA as admissible
The eligible candidates may appear before the selection committee on 22 June, 2010 at 10.00 A.M. in the Division of Plant Pathology along with complete bio-data giving full particulars i.e. qualification, experience, contact address (Email and Phone), NOC from the last employer, publications etc along with attested copies of certificates. No separate call letter for interview will be issued.

No TA/DA will be admissible to any candidate for attending the interview.

SRF

Indian Institute of Spices Research (IISR)
Marikunnu P.O
Calicut, Kerala

SRF
Name of the Scheme 'Phytophthora, Fusarium and Ralstonia diseases of Horticultural and Field Crops' [Sub Project : Ralstonia]
Qualifications:
Essential MSc Biotechnology / MSc Biochemistry
Desirable
1. Hands on experiences with microbes or with pathogenic Bacteria/Fungi/Oomycetes
2.Hands on experiences with recombinant DNA technology/Molecular Biology/ Molecular Microbiology/ Bioinformatics tools
Fellowship Rs. 12,000/- p.m (consolidated) + HRA
Upper age limit 35 years for women and 30 years for men
Duration of Project Upto March 2012
Date of Interview/Test : 11th June at 10.00 AM( 11-06-2010 )
Location: IISR Main Campus, Calicut (Pallithazham bus stop- between Moozhikkal East and Chelavoor on the Calicut-Wyanad Road)
General Terms and Conditions

1.The above position is purely on temporary basis and is co-terminus with the project. There is no provision of re-employment after termination of project. The selected candidates will not have any right for claiming pay scale or absorption against any regular post being vacant on a later date at this Institute.
2.No TA /DA will be paid for attending the interview.
3. The candidates must produce all relevant certificates and documents (in original) at the time of interview.
4. Canvassing in any form will lead to cancellation of candidature.
5. The decision of Director, IISR would be final and binding in all aspects.

Note: For more details please contact: 0495-2731410