Saturday, July 30, 2011

Project Fellow

Project Fellow

1. Title: “Identification of biomarkers in carbon nanotubes exposed lung epithelial cells using RT-PCR array approach
2. Duration of the project: Three Years

M.Sc. in any Biological Sciences.

Preference will be given to the candidate having CSIR-NET or DBT or ICMR or Pondicherry University Ph.D qualifying Examination.

4. Stipend : Rs. 8000/month, consolidated

5. Last Date : 15.08.2011
6. Address for sending the application:

Dr. B. SUDHAKAR
Reader
Project Investigator (UGC-Project)
Dept of Biotechnology
Pondicherry University
Puducherry-605014
Email: sudhakar.dbt@pondiuni.edu.in
baluchamy@yahoo.com

Last Date: 15.08.2011

Issuing Authority: Dr. B. SUDHAKAR, Reader & Project Investigator (UGC-Project)
Dept of Biotechnology, Pondicherry University.

Further Info on Biomarkers/RT-PCR Array Project Opening @ Pondicherry Uni

Friday, July 29, 2011

JRF

NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY,

ROURKELA – 769 008(ORISSA)

ADVERTISEMENT NO: NITR/SR/LS-BFS/2011/ 21

1.

Name of the Temporary Post

:

Junior Research Fellow-01

2.

Name of the Research Project

:

“Studies on association between biofilm formation and Quorum sensing autoinducer in potential marine bacteria For enhanced utilization in bioremediation”

3.

Name of the Sponsoring Agency

:

DBT, Govt.of India

4

Tenure of the Project

:

03 years

5

Tenure of the Assignment

:

03 years subject to satisfactory performance

6

Job Description

:

To carry out research work & experiments related to the project.

7.

Consolidated monthly compensation / Fellowship

:

Rs.16,000/- P.M. (for 1st & 2nd year)

Rs.18,000/- P.M.(for 3rd year)

8.

Essential Qualifications and experience

:

M.Sc./M.Tech(OR equivalent) in Life Science/Microbiology/Biochemistry/Biotechn/Chemical Engineering/or related Subjects with 60% of marks or 6.00 CGPA in 10 point scale.

Candidates with successful score in GATE or NET(UGC/CSIR/

ICMR/DBT/ICAR) will be given preference. Relaxation in GATE may be given to the outstanding candidate.

9.

Desirable Qualifications/ Experiences

:

Research experience or knowledge in microbiology/environmental Biotechnology/Cell & Molecular Biology and analytical instruments like GLC and HPLC.

Accommodation

:

Bachelor accommodation in the hostel will be provided and Campus accommodation may be provided to married students subject to availability. (campus stay is compulsory)

11. For technical information on the project, the candidate may contact the Principal Investigator at the following address:

Name : Dr Surajit Das

Address : Dept. of Life Sciences

N.I.T.Rourkela-769 008

Telephone No : 0661-2462684 Mob:9556425605

E-mail : surajit@nitrkl.ac.in, surajit.cas@gmail.com

Eligible persons may apply in the attached prescribed format affixed with coloured photographs to be submitted in duplicate along with xerox copies of relevant certificates, grade mark sheets, publications etc., to Asst. Registrar, SRICCE, National Institute of Technology, Rourkela–769 008 on or before 12.08.2011. The cover should be super- scribed clearly the post applied for & Name of the Project.

Mere possession of minimum qualification does not guarantee invitation to the interview.

Candidates will be short listed based on merit and need of the project.

Further Info on Environmental Microbiology JRF Opening | NIT ROURKELA | NITR Recruits @ helpBIOTECH

Thursday, July 28, 2011

JRF

Junior Research Fellow (Two Posts) UR and OBC

Project "Effect of hematopoiesis-regulatory factors/signaling molecules expressed in the stromal cells on the fate of the HSCs interacting with them."

28 Years

Qualification and Experience M. Sc. in any branch of Life Science with First Class. Experience in cell and molecular biology will be desirable.

Rs. 16000/- + 20% HRA.

Tenure 02 Years

Date, Time and Place of Interview Date: 05.08.11 Time: 9:30 am at NCCS Complex

* Download Biodata Form

Further Info on Cell/Molecular Biology JRF Openings @ NCCS Pune

Wednesday, July 27, 2011

SRF and JRF at Pondicherry

1. Title : “A pragmatic scientific evaluation of two phytomedicines for the management of metabolic syndrome related obesity

2. Duration of the project : Three years

3. Position available:

Senior Research Fellow

M.Sc. in any Biological Sciences with (SRF) minimum two years research experience in biochemical pharmacology with at least two publications

Junior Research Fellow

M.Sc. in any Biological Sciences with (JRF) CSIR-NET qualification or any qualifying examination such as DBT/ICMR or Pondicherry University Ph.D Qualifying examination

4. Stipend : As per DST guidelines
5. Last date : 15.08.2011
6. Address for sending the application :

Dr.A. Hannah Rachel Vasanthi
Reader
Project Investigator (DST-SERC Project)
Department of Biotechnology
Pondicherry University, Puducherry-605 014
Phone: 0413-2654427 Ext. 745
e-mail: hrvasanthi@gmail.com
Last Date : 15.08.2011
Issuing Date : 20-07-2011
Issuing Authority : Dr.A. Hannah Rachel Vasanthi,
Reader & Project Investigator (DST-SERC Project)
Department of Biotechnology

Further Info on SRF/JRF Posts in DST Project on Obesity @ Pondicherry University

Tuesday, July 26, 2011

JRF

UNIVERSITY OF CALCUTTA

JRF

DBT Project Mitochondial Dysfunction in response to HIV infection and antiretroviral Drug Treatment

Qualification required : M.Sc. in any branch of Life Science with at least 55% of marks and NET qualified. NET (lecurership)/ GATE qualified candidates may also apply.

Candidates having experience in relevant field of research work will be preferred.

Upper age limit : 28 yrs. as on 01.07.2011 (5 Yrs. reladation for SC / ST / Female /Physically handicapped candidates).

Fellowship @Rs.16,000/- in the slab of 16000-16000-18000+ admissible allowances as
per sanction of the funding agency and also as per norms of C.U.

NET (LS) / GATE qualified candidates are eligible to get fellowship @ Rs.12000 in the
slab of Rs.12000-12000-14000/

Candidates are requested to send two sets of complete application furnishing biodata on plain paper with attested copies of testimonials to Dr. B.Chaubey, Dept. of Genetis, C.U. 35, Ballygunge Circular Road, Kolkata – 700019 on or before 25.07.2011 August, 2011.

Candidates are advised to give their email address and title of the project on the application.

No TA is permissible for appear in the interview.

Further Info on Mitochondrial Dysfunction/HIV infection | JRF Opening @ Uni Calcutta

Monday, July 25, 2011

JRF and SRF

DEP ARTMENT OF PARASITOLOGY
POSTGRADUATE INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL EDUCATION & RESEARCH,
CHANDIGARH

DBT-funded project entitled "Evaluation of the potential of probiotics (Lactobacillus SPP.) for the prevention and treatment of intestinal and vaginal parasitic infections" under Dr. Rakesh Sehgal, Professor, Department of Parasitology, PGIMER, Chandigarh-160012.

1) Senior Research Fellow (1 Post)

Qualification required:

i) Essential: First class M.Sc. degree in Life Sciences or any related discipline from a recognized University/Institute. Preference will be given to those who have cleared NET (CSIR/UGC)/NET (LS)/ICMR/GATE.

Experience required: 2 years experience after post graduation.

Pay Scale and Allowance: Rs 18,000 P.M. + 20% HRA

2) Junior Research Fellow (1 Post)

Qualification required:

i) Essential: First class M.Sc. degree in Life Sciences or any related discipline from a recognized University/Institute. Preference will be given to those who have cleared NET (CSIR/UGC)/NET (LS)/ICMR/GATE

Pay Scale and Allowance: Rs 12,000 P.M. + 20% HRA

The above appointments will be purely on temporary basis till the project is continued. Interested candidates fulfilling the above conditions are required to submit their bio-data and necessary testimonials/certificates by 28/07/2011 in the office of Dr. Bikash Medhi, Additional Professor, Room No 4043, Department of Pharmacology, Research Block - B, PGIMER, Chandigarh and tq appear for personal interview along with original certificates on 01108/2011 at 10.30 A.M. in the Department of Parasitology, Research Block A, PGIMER, Chandigarh.

The short-listed candidates will be intimated through e-mail to attend the personal interview. No separate interview letters will be sent. No TA/DA will be paid.

Further Info on Probiotics SRF/JRF Openings @ PGIMER Chandigarh

Sunday, July 24, 2011

SRF

School of Biotechnology
GURU GOBIND SINGH INDRAPRASTHA UNIVERSITY
Sector 16C, Dwarka, New Delhi – 110078

ICAR under NICRA research project “Molecular Approach to Improve Nitrogen Use Efficiency in Rice to Minimize the Impact of Fertilizer N on Climate change

The project is tenable upto March 2013, unless extended. The eligibility conditions and emoluments are mentioned below, and other background information is available at the PI’s website: www.ipu.ac.in/usbt/btraghu.htm

Hostel accommodation and Ph.D. admission are possible, but are governed by university selection rules and are not guaranteed. Interested candidates must email their CVs with their phone numbers (and of 3 referees) to raghuram98@hotmail.com by 5th Aug 2011, and attend a walk-in interview on 10th Aug 2011 at 10.00 am here on their own.

Research Associate (RA): Ph.D. in a relevant area of biotechnology/ biosciences/agriculture (or 1st class Masters degree with over 2 yrs experience) specializing in molecular biology, biochemistry or allied areas evidenced by publications.

Emoluments will be Rs. 24,000/- (for Ph.D. holders) and Rs. 23,000/- (for Masters holders) per month + HRA as applicable.

Senior Research Fellow (SRF): 1st class Masters degree in an above area, preferably with research experience. Emoluments: Rs. 16,000/- pm + HRA as applicable.

Technical Assistant (TA): 12th std (preferably degree/DMLT/diploma holder) with technical/lab experience, typing and computer training. The job involves providing overall lab and office support.

Emoluments: Rs. 10,400/- pm (fixed).

Outstation candidates may contact the undersigned telephonically for any queries on the project.

Further Info on Molecular Biology/Biochemistry IPU Delhi Project Walk Ins | Molecular Approach to Improve Nitrogen Use Efficiency in Rice

Friday, July 22, 2011

RA and SRF

NATIONAL DAIRY RRESEARCH INSTITUTE
KARNAL-132001 (HR.)

WALK-IN-INTERVIEW

3. Research Project “National Initiative on Climate Resilient Agriculture” NICRA) under Dr. R.C. Upadhyay, PS, DCP Division, NDRI, Karnal

RA - 03 (Three)

Rs. 24000/- per month + HRA as applicable for Ph. D and Rs. 23000/- per month + HRA as applicable for Master Degree with 2 years experience

Till March 31st 2012

DCP Division NDRI, Karnal on 26-07-2011 at 10.30 A.M

Essential Qualification: Ph.D or Masters Degree with 2 years of research experience in the following subjects with 1st Division or 60% marks or equivalent overall grade point
average in any one of the following disciplines (Animal physiology/Animal Nutrition/Animal breeding & Genetics/ Dairy Economics/ Agricultural Economics/ LMP/ Dairy Extension/ Agricultural Extension.

Desirable: Knowledge of computer, M.S. Office, internet access is required. 2 years
experience

SRF - 03 (Three)

Rs. 16000/- per month + HRA for 1st and 2nd year Rs. 18000/- per month + HRA for 3rd year for Post Graduate in subjects other than Veterinary Science.

Rs. 18,000/- per month + HRA for 1st and 2nd year Rs. 20000/- per month + HRA for 3rd year for Post Graduate in Veterinary Science.

DCP Division NDRI, Karnal on 29.07.2011 at 10.30 A.M

Essential Qualification: Masters Degree in the following subjects with 1st Division or 60% marks or equivalent overall grade point average (Animal physiology/Animal Nutrition /Animal Biochemistry/ Dairy Economics /Agricultural Economics/Dairy Extension and Agricultural Extension.

Desirable: Knowledge of computer, M.S. Office, internet access is required.

4. NAIP Research Project “Genetic basis of inferior sperm quality and fertility of crossbred bulls” under Dr. S. De, Sr. Scientist, ABTC, NDRI, Karnal

RA (One)

Rs. 24000/- per month + HRA as applicable for Ph. D and Rs. 23000/- per month + HRA as applicable for Master Degree with 2 years experience.

Up to 31st March, 2012

ABTC, NDRI, Karnal on 30-07-2011 at 10.30 A.M.

Essential Qualification: Ph.D degree in Animal Genetics/Animal Biotechnology/ Animal Biochemistry/ Life sciences; Or Masters Degree in Animal Genetics/ Animal Biotechnology/Animal Biochemistry/ Life Sciences with two years research experience as Research Associate/ Senior Research Fellow/Junior research fellow.

Desirable: Experience of working in Molecular Biology / cell culture and gene expression studies.

5. XI Plan Scheme entitled “Intellectual Property Management & Transfer/Commercialization of Agriculture Technology Scheme”

RA 01 (One)

Rs. 24000/- per month + HRA as applicable for Ph. D and Rs. 23000/- per month + HRA

Till March 31st 2012

A.B.C Division on 02-08-2011 at 10:30 AM

Essential Qualification: Ph.D degree in Biotechnology/ Biochemistry/Animal Biochemistry /Dairy Chemistry /Dairy Technology /Dairy Microbiology; Or Masters degree in Biotechnology /Biochemistry/Animal Biochemistry / Dairy Chemistry/ Dairy Technology /Dairy Microbiology with two years research/ teaching experience.

Desirable: Knowledge of Intellectual Property Rights, Patent Laws, and computer use, internet search.

6. ICAR Network Project “Impact adaptation and vulnerability of Indian Agriculture to climate change” under Dr. R.C. Upadhyay, PS, DCP Division, NDRI, Karnal.

RA 01 (One)

Rs. 24000/- per month + HRA as applicable for Ph. D and Rs. 23000/- per month + HRA as applicable for Master Degree with 2 years experience

Up to March, 2012

D.C.P. Division, NDRI, Karnal on 05-08-2011 at 10.30 A.M.

Essential Qualification: Ph.D Or Master Degree in the following subjects with 1st division or 60% marks or equivalent overall grade point average in any one of the following disciplines (Animal physiology /Animal Nutrition/Dairy Economics /Agricultural Economics/Agricultural Extension/ Dairy Extension and at least 2 years of research experience).

Desirable: Knowledge of computer, M.S. Office, Internet access is required.

SRF 02 (Two)

Rs. 16000/- per month + HRA for 1st and 2nd year Rs. 18000/- per month + HRA for 3rd year for Post Graduate in subjects other than Veterinary Science.

Rs. 18,000/- per month + HRA for 1st and 2nd year Rs. 20000/- per month + HRA for 3rd year for Post Graduate in Veterinary Science.

D.C.P. Division, NDRI, Karnal on 09-08-2011 at 10.30 A.M

Essential Qualification: Master Degree in the following subjects with 1st division or 60% marks or equivalent overall grade point average (Animal physiology/ Animal Nutrition/ Animal breeding & Genetics/ LPM/Dairy Economics /Biotechnology/ Agricultural Economics/ Dairy Extension.

Desirable: Knowledge of computer, M.S. Office, Internet access is required.

7. BRNS Research Project entitled “Development of plasma catecholaime assays for the evaluation of sympathetic neuronal function and milk production performance in heat stressed cows” under Dr. Mahendra Singh, PS & PI, DCP Division, NDRI, Karnal.

JRF (One)

Rs. 16000/- fixed per month + HRA

Up to December, 2012 DCP Division, NDRI, Karnal on 12-08-2011 at

Essential Qualification: Master degree in Animal Physiology/Animal Biotechnology /Animal Nutrition /Animal Sciences/Life Sciences.

Desirable: Experience of working with animal experiments, hormone assays.

Age Limit:

40 years for Men and 45 years for Women in case of RA on the date of Interview.
35 years for Men and 40 years for Women in case of SRF on the date of Interview.
30 years for Men and 35 years for Women in case of JRF on the date of Interview.
35 years on the date of Interview for Para Veterinarian.

(Relaxation for SC/ST/OBC and PHC as per GOI/ICAR rules)

Further Info on Animal Physiology/IPR Project Walk Ins @ NDRI Karnal

Thursday, July 21, 2011

Project Assistants

INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TOXICOLOGY RESEARCH
(Council of Scientific & Industrial Research)
M.G.Marg, P.O.Box No.80, Lucknow

Advt. No. 2/2011

Last Date for Submission of applications-24.8.2011

The Indian Institute of Toxicology Research (IITR), established in 1965, a constituent laboratory of Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) engaged in the Research & Development in the areas of Environmental Toxicology, Predictive Toxicology, Health Risk Assessment, Preventive Toxicology, Inhalation Toxicology, Analytical Toxicology, and also National S&T Missions. IITR has two campuses; the main campus is located at the centre of Lucknow City and the other campus at a distance of approx. 20 km from the main campus.

The institute is looking for talented young professionals and dynamic personnel for the post of Technical Assistant. Accordingly, the Application on the prescribed forms is invited from Indian Nationals for the following positions:-

Technical Assistant: 14 posts (07 UR, 05 OBC, 01 SC & 01 PH)

Scale of Pay: Rs. 9300-34800/-; Grade Pay Rs.4200/- (PB-2)

Age: Not more than 28 years.

Post 1: 1, 2 & 3 ANIMAL HOUSE (03 posts, 1:1 UNRESERVED, 1:2 Reserved for OBC & 1:3 Reserved for SC)

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS: - 1st class B.Sc. (Science) with Zoology as one of the subjects with one year full time professional qualification in Zoology from a recognized Institute/Organization or 1st class B.Sc. (Science) with Medical laboratory technology (MLT) with one year full time professional qualification in Medical Laboratory Technology/ Laboratory techniques from a recognized Institute/Organization.

DESIREABLE: Working experience in animal house and quality control.

JOB REQUIREEMNT: Supervision of the animal colonies and collection of animal tissues for laboratory investigation and data collection for quality system.

Post 1:4 TEM/SEM (01 Post unreserved)

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS: 1st class B.Sc. (Science) with Zoology, Botany and Chemistry with one year full time professional qualification in Zoology/Botany from a recognized Institute/Organization.

DESIREABLE: Working experience in laboratory techniques including microscopy and histopathology.

JOB REQUIREMENT: To prepare samples for transmission and scanning electron microscopy including equipment maintenance.

Post 1:5, 6 & 7 MOLECULAR TOXICOLOGY (03 Posts, 1:5 UNRESERVED 1:6 & 1:7 ARE Reserved for OBC)

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS: 1st class B.Sc. (Science) with Zoology, Botany and Chemistry or Biotechnology with one year full time professional qualification in Zoology/Botany /Chemistry /Biotechnology from a recognized Institute/Organization.

DESIREABLE: Working experience in laboratory techniques/cell culture/animal handling.

JOB REQUIREMENT: To assist in molecular toxicological studies.

Post 1:8 R&D Planning (01 POST UNRESERVED + ORTHOPEDICALLY HANDICAPPED )

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS: 1st class B.Sc.(Science) with one year full time professional qualification in Biological/Chemical/Information/Management Sciences from a recognized Institute/Organization.

DESIREABLE QUALIFICATION: Experience in preparation and compilation of scientific and technical reports. Working experience in a scientific institution and knowledge of computers (MS-Office) would an added advantage.

JOB REQUIREENT: To coordinate with different scientific groups for collection, collation and preparation of scientific reports/annual plan documents.

Post 1: 9 Business Developments (01 POST RESERVED FOR OBC)

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS: 1st class B.Sc. (Science) with one year full time professional qualification in Biological/Chemical/Information/Management Sciences from a recognized Institute/Organization OR 10+2 with Science subjects followed by 1st class Diploma in Biological/Chemical/ Information/ Management Sciences Engineering/Technology of 3 years full time duration (2/2.5 years full time duration in cases of lateral admission after 10+2) or its equivalent.

DESIREABLE QUALIFICATION: Experience in marketing of scientific knowledge base/public relations/scientific liaisoning/scientific information dissemination and working experience in a scientific institution with knowledge of computers (MS Office). An exposure to WTO/TRIPS would be an added advantage.

JOB REQUIREENT: To liaise with Government institutions and industries for marketing of scientific knowledge base, public relations and dissemination of scientific information.

Post 1:10 ULTRACENTRIFUGE/TISSUE CULTURE (01 POST UNRESERVED)

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS: 1st class B.Sc. (Science) with Zoology, Botany and Chemistry with one year full time professional qualification in Zoology/Botany/ Tissue culture from a recognized Institute/Organization.

DESIREABLE QUALIFICATION: Working experience in centrifugation and tissue culture.

JOB REQUIREENT: To carry out ultracentrifugation, handling and maintenance of difference cell lines in tissue culture facility.

Post 1:11 CONFOCAL MICROSCOPY/DROSOPHILA STOCK KEEPING (01 POST UNRESERVED)

ESSENTAIL QUALIFICATIONS: 1st class B.Sc. (Science) with Zoology, Botany and Chemistry with one year full time professional qualification in Zoology from a recognized Institute/Organization.

DESIREABLE QUALIFICATION: Working experience in laboratory techniques and microscopy.

JOB REQUIREMENT: To maintain Drosophila strains and handing Confocal Microscope.

Post 1:13 Statstics (01 POST UNRESERVED)

ESSENTAIL QUALIFICATIONS: 1st class B.Sc. (Science) with one year full time professional qualification in Statistics from a recognized Institute/organization.

DESIREABLE QUALIFICATION: Working experience in statistical methodology, experimental design and knowledge of computers, statistical and data processing soft wares.

JOB REQUIREMENT: To assist scientists and technologists of the institute in experimental and field data analysis.

24. HOW TO APPLY: Candidates should apply on the prescribed format which can be down loaded from the IITR website http://www.iitrindia.org/technical_staff. Prescribed application forms duly signed along with recent passport size photograph, copy of matriculation/SSLC as proof of age/degree/provisional degree certificate copies of mark sheets for all the semesters/years, work experience certificates, testimonials etc. should be sent in a sealed cover super scribed “Application for the post of Technical Post and the area of the post” to the Director, Indian Institute of Toxicology Research, M.G. Marg, Post Bag No. 80, Lucknow-226001 and should reach on or before 24.8.2011.

Further Info on INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TOXICOLOGY RESEARCH Technical Assistant (14 posts) Recruitments in Life Sciences

Wednesday, July 20, 2011

JRF

Junior Research Fellow

DBT funded project entitled ‘Intermediates of calcium signal process as oocyte activating agents and development of an optimum culture medium for mouse parthenotes’ for three years sanctioned to Clinical Embryology, Division of Reproductive Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, KMC Manipal.

Salary: Rs.12,000/- per month (I & II year), Rs.14,000/- per month (III year) + HRA as per rules.

Qualifications: M.Sc. in Biological sciences (Biotechnology/ Bioscience/Biochemistry/Reproductive biology/Zoology) with minimum 65% marks with consistently good academic record. The candidate with research experience in the related area will be preferred.

Application on plain paper giving bio-data along with a recent passport size photo, documents in support of qualification, research experience, etc. should be sent to the Dean, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal-576 104 before 30th July 2011.

Deserving candidate will have an opportunity for Ph.D. registration at Manipal University.

Further Info on Kasturba Medical College, Manipal Reproductive Medicine JRF Opening

Tuesday, July 19, 2011

Jr. Research Fellow

UNIVERSITY OF CALCUTTA

Jr. Research Fellow

Project Inhibitation of Hepatitis C Virus through lentriviral mediated delivery of multiple siRNA funded by the DBT , Govt. of India under the guidance of Dr. Binoy Chaube, Dept. of Botany ,C.U.. the project work is to run in the dept. of Genetics, C.U.

Qualification required: M.Sc. in any branch of Life Science with 55% of marks or above with NET qualification.

NET –Lecturership qualified candidates may also apply for the post.

Knowledge in virology, molecular biology, animal tissue culture modern biological techniques is desirable.

Upper age limit 28 yrs. (5 yrs. relaxation for SC/ST/ Female/ physically handicapped candidate) Fellowship - @ Rs. 16000/- in the slab of Rs. 16000-16000-18000+ admissible allowance as per sanction of the funding agency and also as per norm of C.U. NET Lecturership qualified Candidates are eligible to get the fellowship @ 12000 in the slab of Rs. 12000-12000-14000 + allowance as per norm of the funding agency.

Candidates are requested to submit two sets of complete applications furnishing biodata on plain paper with attested copies of testimonials to Dr. B. Choubey, Dept. of Genetics C.U. 35,Ballygunge Circular Road , Kolkata -700 019 within 10 days from the publications of the advertisement. Candidates are required to give their e-mail address for further communication.

No TA/DA is permissible for appear in the interview.

Further Info on siRNA JRF Opening @ University of Calcutta

Monday, July 18, 2011

JRF at Trichy

NATIONAL FACILITY FOR MARINE CYANOBACTERIA

Bharathidasan University, Tiruchirappalli – 620 024

Junior Research Scholar one position

is available at National Facility for Marine Cyanobacteria, Bharathidasan University, Tiruchirappalli, to work on the project funded by DBT, Govt. of India, titled “Repository of Marine Cyanobacteria as biodiesel feed stock”.

Applications are invited from individuals who have high motivation to Research with I class M.Sc. in Microbiology / Biotechnology / Biology of a recognized Institution. Interested candidates can send their complete CV on plain paper with passport size photograph with details of Marks secured in all subjects from plus two stage (with proof), full postal & permanent address, sex, date of birth, community etc. along with any additional qualifications or experience and two addresses of reference who could be contacted.

Application should reach the Investigator on or before 20th July, 2011.

Applicants will be communicated, the date of Interview after short listing the qualifying candidates.

No TA will be given for attending the interview.

Kindly see the Websites (www.nfmc.res.in, www.bdu.ac.in).

D. Prabaharan
Principal Investigator

Further Info on Cyanobacteria as biodiesel feed stock | JRF Opening @ Bharathidasan University

Sunday, July 17, 2011

JRF

CENTRE FOR GENOMICS, JIWAJI UNIVERSITY,
GWALIOR-474011

Junior Research Fellow (JRF) (@ Rs. 16000/- p. m.+ allowances as admissible)

Department of Atomic Energy, Board of Research in Nuclear Science (DAE-BRNS) funded research project entitled ‘Epigenetic Regulation of Telomeres and Expression of Telomere Associated Proteins in Human Gallbladder Carcinoma’ at the Centre for Genomics, Jiwaji University, Gwalior-474011.

M. Sc. degree in Molecular and Human Genetics/Zoology/Life Science subjects with good theoretical and practical knowledge in various methods in Molecular Biology and Recombinant DNA technology. A prior research experience in the related work/field shall be preferred.

Application on plain paper giving name, permanent and correspondence address, telephone no., e-mail address, details of educational career (starting from High School or equivalent) along with the recent photograph, self-attested copies of all mark-sheets and certificates and details of any research or other experience, etc., if any, should reach within 15 days of the publication of this advertisement, to the Principal Investigator, Prof. PK Tiwari, Centre for Genomics, Jiwaji University, Gwalior-474011.

e-mail: pk_tiwari@hotmail.com

No TA/DA shall be paid, if called for an interview.

Further Info on Jiwaji University Molecular Biology/Recombinant DNA technology JRF Vacancy

Friday, July 15, 2011

Project Associate

INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY,BOMBAY

Project Title & Funding Agency " Opportunity for Industry Outreach Initiative & IP management in IRCC”" (IRCC)

Project Associate (2 Posts )

(1) Industry outreach

(2) IPR Management

Consolidated salary Rs.16000/‐ to 30000/‐ p.m.

Qualification For (1) Graduate in any discipline with technical/scientific exposure and minimum one year of relevant work experience; &

For (2) B.Tech./M.Tech./M.Sc./PhD in any discipline with one year work experience.

Required skills: Database management; match‐making skills; excellent oral and written English communication skills.

Desirable skills: Comfortable with technical language and terms, Good knowledge of Internet database search, presentation skills and ability to establish effective interpersonal relationships.

Job Profile Industrial Research and Consultancy Center of IIT Bombay is looking for talented and motivated Project Associates for implementing and enhancing the (a) Industry initiative & (b) IP management. The job includes:

(a) Identifying and communicating with industries; building significant alliances and research partnerships, responding to enquiries, developing and maintaining a network.
(b) management of intellectual property, providing support to facilitate and enhance the IP protection and licensing activities.

To play an important role on R&D innovation and partnerships of IIT Bombay, candidates are expected to have fairly good Knowledge of industry and its actors:

business houses, associations, their research interests and expectations and how to engage them; Good understanding of licensing agreements and IP management activities. Candidates must have a demonstrated capacity to communicate at all levels; in addition abilities to analyze research and compile database on industries.

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.

If you meet the eligibility criteria and are ready to take up challenging tasks then you may apply online at http://www.ircc.iitb.ac.in/IRCC-Webpage/HRMSLoginPage.jsp, if there is any problem applying online, candidates may apply on plain paper stating the CIRCULAR No. , project title, position applied for, name, permanent and mailing addresses, date of birth, details of academic qualification and experience or download the Application form available on http://www.ircc.iitb.ac.in/IRCC-Webpage/projstaffinfo.jsp with the copies of certificates / testimonials and must super scribe the envelope with CIRCULAR No. _____ & POST:____ to the Senior Administrative Officer (R & D), Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, Powai, Mumbai‐400076 so as to reach on or before 20th July, 2011 . Candidates called for interview will be required to attend at their own expenses.

Further Info on IITB IPR Project Associate Opening

Wednesday, July 13, 2011

SRF

Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture

Kausalyaganga, Bhubaneswar 751 002, India

ICAR National Fellow Project on “Development of Novel Immunopotentiator Molecules from Fish Host and Pathogens for Broad Spectrum Disease Control in Freshwater Aquaculture”, at CIFA, Bhubaneswar, the following temporary position is available for five years i.e. up to 07.04.2016. The appointment is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project. The appointment will be initially be made for one year and will be renewed on satisfactory performance till the end of the project.

Research Associate: One post

Qualification:

Essential: Ph.D (Zoology/Microbiology/Immunology/Biotechnology/ Biochemistry) or M. Sc in above discipline with minimum three years experience in immunology or microbiology or molecular biology or biochemistry.

Desirable: Experience in protein expression & purification, RACE and bioinformatics tools

Age limit: 40 years for men and 45 years for women candidates on the date of interview.

Scale: Rs.23,000/- p.m. (fixed) + 20% HRA

Interested candidates may come for the walk-in-interview on 20 July 2011 with five copies of their bio-data, two passport size photographs and one set of attested copies of their entire certificates/mark sheets/experience certificates.

The original certificate and proof of age are to be produced at the time of interview for verification. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.

Tuesday, July 12, 2011

SRF

PONDICHERRY UNIVERSITY
DEPT. OF BIOCHEMSITRY & MOLECULAR BIOLOGY

Candidates having the below mentioned qualification may apply for the following post on or before July 20, 2011 in the ICMR project entitled “Evaluation of stress on the susceptibility of male reproductive system to environmental toxicants”. The post is temporary which is likely to be terminated in March 2012.

Senior Research Fellow (One)

Rs. 18,000/- +10 % HRA

Essential: M. Sc Biochemistry / Biotechnology/ Life Sciences/ Zoology/ Endocrinology or equivalent with two years research experience as evidenced by publications.

Desirable: Experience in the field of reproductive biology/ molecular biology.

Below 35 Years

Interested eligible candidates may send application with Bio-data by post to Dr. P. P. Mathur, Professor, Dept. of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology, School of Life Sciences, Pondicherry University, Pondicherry – 605 014. Age relaxation in case of SC/ST/OBC/PH as per rules. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.

Further Info on Biochemistry PONDICHERRY UNIVERSITY SRF Vacancy

Monday, July 11, 2011

SRF, JRF and RA

School of Studies in Biochemistry
Jiwaji University, Gwalior- 474011

WALK IN INTERVIEW

Date, time and venue of the : August 06- 2011 (11:00 A.M) interview Head’s Chamber, School of Studies in Biochemistry Jiwaji University, Gwalior- 474011 (MP)

Senior Research fellow (@ Rs 18,000/- per month+ HRA) as per norms of DRDE

Technical assistant (@ Rs. 5000/- per month ) as per norms of DRDE

Senior Research fellow (@ Rs 18,000/- per month + HRA ) as per revised scale.

Junior research fellow (@ Rs. 16,000/- +HRA)as per month as per revised Scale.

Qualifications : M.Sc. Biotechnology/Biochemistry with 55% (preference will be given to the candidates possessing research experience in the relevant area).

Title of the Research Projects:

( 1). Evaluation of Triphala as an antidiabetic drug in prevention and management of type II diabetes mellitus- AYUSH FUNDED
(2). Molecular identification and genetic diversity of different Bacillus Sp. , isolated from
environmental and clinical sample- DRDE FUNDED

Project Investigator : Prof GBKS. Prasad
Sponsoring Agency: AYUSH, DRDE

The position is purely temporary and for around two years or till the project continues. No TA/ DA shall be admissible to the candidates for attending the interview.

Further Info on SRF/JRF/Technical Assistant Recruitments @ Jiwaji University Gwalior, Department of Biochemistry

Sunday, July 10, 2011

SRF at Chennai

NFBD funded project at the Institute.

Date & Time of Interview

12th July 2011 at 10.30 a.m.

Project Name

Monitoring of culture and disease occurrence in L. vannamei hatcheries and farms

Duration

Two years

Post

Senior Research Fellows ( No 2)

Essential Qualification

For Culture Monitoring - M.F.Sc / M.Sc. Aquaculture, Zoology, Biological Sciences, Marine Fisheries or allied subjects

For Disease Monitoring - M.Sc / M.F.Sc. with Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Pathology, Microbiology specilizations.

Emoluments

Rs.16000/- p.m. + HRA as per ICAR Norms

Age Limit

Maximum 35 years for men and 40 years for women as on date of interview. Age limits are relaxable for SC / ST / OBC candidates as per rules.




Candidates who fulfill the above qualifications may appear for the Walk-in-interview with original Master’s Degree Certificate or Provisional Certificate, passport size photograph and bio-data enclosing attested copies of educational qualification & experience certificates. TA / DA will not be paid for attending the interview.

Further Info on CIBA Chennai SRF Openings on Monitoring of culture and disease occurrence in hatcheries and farms

RA at NIPGR

Research Associate (RA) in the Institute with Dr. Niranjan Chakraborty, Scientist, NIPGR, under "Short-Term Research Fellowship" programme. The position is completely on temporary basis with maximum duration of three years. The initial appointment will be for a period of one year, but can be curtailed or extended based on the performance of the candidate and discretion of the Competent Authority.

Qualification: Ph. D. Degree with relevant research experience in Molecular Biology/Biochemistry/ Life-Sciences. The candidate should have first class/division throughout academic career.

The Fellowship amount for the position will be given at par with the similar fellowships by DBT/DST.

Eligible candidates may apply only by sending hard copy of complete application in the given format with a cover letter showing interest and attested copies of the certificates and proof of research/teaching experience. The applications should reach at the address given below within 15 days of the advertisement. The envelop should be superscripted by "Application for the Post of RA in the "The Short Term Research Fellowship/Postdoctoral Fellowship" at NIPGR.

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Note: ONLY hard copy of the application in the given format will be accepted.

Dr. Niranjan Chakraborty
Staff Scientist VI National Institute of Plant Genome Research
Aruna Asaf Ali Marg, P.O. Box NO. 10531,
New Delhi - 110067

Further Info on NIPGR Short-Term Research Fellowship for Research Associate in Molecular Biology/Life Sciences

Friday, July 8, 2011

RA at NIPGR

Research Associate (RA)

DBT sub-project entitled 'Chickpea genome sequence analysis and its alignment to genetic map'of "Next Generation Challenge programme on Chickpea Genomics". The position will include working in the area of chickpea genomics. The work will involve generation and data analyses using next generation sequencing technologies, whole genome annotation followed by various aspects of functional genomics in chickpea.

Research Associate (one post): Emoluments as per DST/DBT norms, & sanctioned in the project.

Qualification: Ph.D. degree with relevant research experience in Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology or related field. The candidate should have First class/division throughout academic career and research experience as evidenced from published papers in standard referred journals. It will be an advantage to have experience in the area of genomics, including genome annotation, transcriptomics, microarray data analysis etc.

Eligible candidates may apply only by sending hard copy of complete application in the given format with a cover letter showing interest and attested copies of the certificates and proof of research/teaching experience. The applications should reach at the address given below within 20 days of the advertisement. The envelope should be superscribed by "Application for the Post of RA in the DBT-NGCP project" at NIPGR.

Note: ONLY hard copy of the application in the given format will be accepted.

Dr. Mukesh Jain
Staff Scientist
National Institute of Plant Genome Research
Aruna Asaf Ali Marg, P.O. Box NO. 10531,
New Delhi – 110067

Further Info on Chickpea Genomics Research Associate Opening @ NIPGR

Wednesday, July 6, 2011

JRF at NCCS

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Junior Research Fellow - (Two Posts) SC and OBC

Project "Studies on species specificity in poxviral complement regulators"

Qualification and Experience M. Sc. in Biotechnology / Microbiology / Biochemistry / Molecular Biology with a minimum 60% (First Class). Experience in cell and virus culture and molecular biology techniques like PCR, cloning will be preferred.

Monthly Emoluments Rs. 12000/- + 20% HRA for 1st & 2nd year and Rs. 14000/- + 20% HRA for 3rd year.

Tenure 03 Years

Date, Time and Place of Interview Date: 25.07.11 Time: 9:30 am at NCCS Complex

* Download Biodata Form

Age : Age Relaxation of 5 years in case of SC/ST/Women/PH candidates and 3 years in case of OBC candidates will be given as per Government of India Rules

Candidates fulfilling the above requirements may attend the Walk in Interview on the above date, time and address. No TA will be paid for attending the interview.

Further Info on Molecular Biology/Biochemistry JRF Vacancies @ NCCS Pune

Monday, July 4, 2011

JRF

School of Biotechnology

Department of Genetic Engineering

MADURAI KAMARAJ UNIVERSITY

Madurai – 625 021

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Junior Research Fellow @ Rs 12000 + HRA for a period of 2 years

DBT sponsored project, entitled “Identification of microRNA as a tool for potential biomarker in prostate cancer”.

Essential qualification: 55% marks in M.Sc., (Biotechnology /Molecular biology/ Biochemistry).

Desirable qualification: NET qualified candidates or candidates having at least one year of research experience in the relevant field.

Applications on plain paper along with curriculum vitae (5 copies) duly supported by attested copies of mark sheets/certificates and testimonial should be sent to Dr. S.B.ANAND, Assistant Professor (Principal Investigator, DBT Project) Department of Genetic Engineering, School of Biotechnology, Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai – 625021, Tamil Nadu (email: settyanand@yahoo.com ) on or before 15.07.2011.

Mode of selection: Entrance test followed by interview. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the Interview.

Application should be typed on A4 plain paper in the format given below. It should be supported with a passport size photograph along with attested copies of educational qualifications etc., and should be sent to, “Dr. S.B.Anand, Assistant Professor (Principal Investigator, DBT Project) Department of Genetic Engineering, School of Biotechnology, Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai – 625021, Tamil Nadu (e-mail: settyanand@yahoo.com)” in a cover superscribed “Application for Project Fellow” so as to reach before 5.00 pm on or before 15.07.2011.

Further Info/Format for the Application form for the JRF Vacancy @ MKU on microRNA as biomarker in prostate cancer

Sunday, July 3, 2011

SRF

Division of Plant Pathology
Indian Agricultural Research Institute
New Delhi – 110012

Walk-in-Interview on 14th July, 2011

DST-TIFAC funded project entitled “On Farm Demonstration and Commercial Production of Trichoderma as Bio-Pesticide & Growth Promoter” and Contract research project entitled “Research on High Density CFU Microbial Formulation”

Senior Project Fellow (DST-TIFAC project)
Four Months
Rs. 12,000/- + 30% H.R.A.
M.Sc. (Ag) / M.Sc. (Life Sciences)/ M.Sc. (Biotechnology) with good academic record & knowledge of computers;
Desirable: Should have hands–on experience in handling biocontrol agent Trichoderma sps. and working in agricultural fields specifically Rajasthan.
35 years
Senior Project Fellow (Contract Research Project)
One Year
Rs. 12,000/- + 30% H.R.A.
M.Sc.Plant Pathology/Botany/ Agriculture with special reference to Plant Pathology having good academic record
Desirable: Hands–on experience of working with microbes (lab), fields (crops) and knowledge of computers.
35 years

Friday, July 1, 2011

Project Associate/Research Associate

CENTRE DNA FINGERPRINTING AND DIAGNOSTICS
Bldg. 7,Gruhakalpa, 5-4-399 / B, Nampally,
HYDERABAD - 500 001 INDIA
Ph: +91- 40 - 24785469, Fax: 91-40-24785416

www.cdfd.org.inAdvt. No. CDFD/EMPC/2/Jun’ 11

CDFD, an autonomous institute of the Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science and Technology, invites applications from Indian nationals for the following purely temporary vacancies in research projects funded by National / International agencies at CDFD like DST/DBT/ICMR/CSIR etc. The description of the positions and minimum qualifications for various vacancies are as follows:

1. Project Associate/Research Associate :

Minimum qualifications:

Minimum qualifications: Ph.D. in Physics / Chemistry / Life Science / Biotechnology / Genetics / Biochemistry / Microbiology / Bioinformatics from recognized University / Institute.
OR
M.Sc. in Physics / Chemistry / Life Science / Biotechnology / Genetics / Biochemistry / Microbiology / Bioinformatics from recognized University / Institute with three years of experience in research.

2. Project - Junior Research Fellow / Project Assistant :

Minimum qualifications:

M.Sc. in Physics / Chemistry / Life Science / Biotechnology / Genetics / Biochemistry / Microbiology / Bioinformatics / Medicinal Chemistry from recognized University / Institute with experience in research as demonstrated by the successful completion of a research project in a reputed Institute / Centre.

General Terms and Conditions:
  1. For all the above posts candidates should not have completed the age of 35 years. Age limits shall be reckoned as on the closing date of receipt of applications.
  2. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
  3. Depending on the qualifications, experience and recommendations of the Selection Committee, the selected candidates may be placed in a scale and designation lower than the grade advertised/applied (in the same group)
  4. All these positions are purely temporary and are initially for a period of one year. They could be extended/terminated depending on the continuation of the project(s).
  5. Reservation for SC/ST/OBC/Physically Handicapped/Ex-service person applicants will be as per Govt. of India rules.
  6. Mere fulfilling the minimum qualifications will not entitle the candidate for being called for interview. The applications will be screened by a Committee and candidates found suitable will be called for interview. The decision of the Director, CDFD will be final in this respect and no correspondence will be entertained in this regard.
  7. Any of the selected individuals may from time to time be assigned to perform any other duties commensurate with their qualifications, by the Director, CDFD.
  8. The Director, CDFD reserves the right to suitably change/relax any of the above conditions. He also reserves the right to accept or reject any application without assigning any reason.
Interested candidates who fulfill the above conditions may register their names by applying in the prescribed application form online. Complete the application form online at (www.cdfd.org.in) and take the print out of the filled form. Applications may also be made on plain paper as per the format displayed on our website.
The printout of the completed application form alongwith the certificate in support of date of birth, educational qualifications, caste and NET fellowship etc. and fee of Rs. 200/- (Rupees two hundred only) by way of Demand draft / IPO drawn in favour of “The Director, CDFD” payable at Hyderabad should be sent to “The Head – Administration, Centre for DNA Fingerprinting and Diagnostics (CDFD), Office Block: 2nd Floor, Bldg. 7, Gruhakalpa, 5-4-399/B, M. J. Raod, Nampally, Hyderabad – 500 001”.

No fee for SC, ST, Physically challenged and women candidates. No fee exemption is, however, available to OBC candidates. Caste certificate in case of SC / ST and Disability Certificate in case of Physically Challenged candidate issued by the Competent Authority should be enclosed with an application.

All the candidates including those who are exempted from payment of fee, whether applying online or otherwise should also send the printout of the application.

The online facility of application will open on 10.06.2011 and will be closed on 11.07.2011.

The last date for receipt of the printout of the applications is 14.07.2011 and applications received after 14.07.2011 will be rejected.