Monday, December 31, 2012

JRF at Tamilnadu


Junior Research Fellow - Job Code 1018
The Centre for Stem Cell Research, a unit of inStem, in collaboration with DBT and CMC, Vellore invites applications for work related to “Impact of Nanomaterials/ structures on Stem Cell Phenotypes”. Designing of nanoscale biomaterials/ scaffolds and potential impact of their nano-features on functional response of stem cell phenotypes suitable for tissue regeneration will be studied.
Qualification: Master’s in Nanoscience/ Nanotechnology/ Materials Science/ Chemical Science/ Bioengineering/ Biomedical Engineering/ Biotechnology. Candidates with fellowships and with experience on fabrication and characterization of biomaterials, cell culture techniques are preferred.
Apply: With job code to The Principal, Christian Medical College, Bagayam, Vellore-632002, Tamil Nadu, INDIA. With bio-data, copies of certificates and testimonials or E-Mail to any one of the following e-mail Id, princi@cmcvellore.ac.in / cscr@cmcvellore.ac.in on or before January 10th, 2013.

Saturday, December 29, 2012

JRF in cancer biology


Advertisement for position of JRF in Cancer Cell Biology
Applications are invited for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) in DBT sponsored project “Unraveling the cross talk between inflammation and apoptosis: Focusing on regulation of inflammatory mediators and apoptosis in cancer”.
Fellowship: RS. 12000 + 10% HRA per month as per rule of DBT, Gov of India.
Essential qualification:  Master’s degree in Biotechnology / Biochemistry / Life Science with minimum 55% marks. Age limit should be not more than 28 years
Desirable: Candidates should have good knowledge of biochemistry, molecular & cell biology. NET-LS/GATE /OR /One year research experience. Expertise in animal Cell Culture, animal handing, techniques of molecular cell biology & biochemistry will be preferred.
Duration of Project: 18 Months
How to apply: Interested candidate can send only hard copy of application in prescribed format with all certificates & mark sheets.
1. Name
2. Pass port size photograph
3. Fathers name
4. Date of birth
5. Age
5. Sex
6. Nationality
7. Address
8. Telephone / mobile no.
9. Email:
9. Academic qualifications
Name of examination
Year of passing
Board/ University
Percentage
Remark
10. NET-LS/GATE/ Research Experience :
11. Long term goal:
12. One page write up on relevant area of interest
Complete application should be reach to Dr. Chandramani Pathak, Cell Biology Department, School of Biological Sciences & Biotechnology, Indian Institute of Advanced Research, Koba Institutional Area, Koba, Gandhinagar-382 007 last by 13th Jan 2013.
Note:
1. Position in mentioned project is purely temporary, for the period of duration of the project.
2. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview. Selected candidate should be place joining instantly.

Friday, December 28, 2012

Project Associate


Institute of Forest Bio-diversity
(Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education)
Government of India
Dulapally, Hakimpet (P.O.) Hyderabad – 14,
Candidates are invited for the Walk-in-Interview for the Project Associate or Senior Project Fellow and Skilled worker during the project period as follows:
1 Project Associate Or Senior Project Fellow
M.Sc. First Class in Botany/Forestry/Biological Science/ Environmental Science with 2 years research and practical experience preferably in Taxonomy/ Forest Ecology/ EIA works
02-01-2013 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Rs.16,000/- or Rs.14,000/- p.m. (consolidated) as per ICFRE guidelines
NOTE:- The Institute of Forest Bio-diversity (ICFRE), Hyderabad is participating in the preparation of the reclamation and rehabilitation plan of the mining affected areas in Bellary, Chitradurga and Tumkur districts in Karnataka. The above positions are temporary and co-terminus with the project. No TA/DA is provided.

Thursday, December 27, 2012


DEPARTMENT OF BIOTECHNOLOGY (UGC SAP, DST-FIST &PURSE Sponsored Department)
ALAGAPPA UNIVERSITY
Karaikudi -- 630 003
WALK IN INTERVIEW
A Walk-in Interview will be held at the Department of Biotechnology, Alagappa University, Karaikudi - 630 003 on 10.1.2013 (Thursday) at 11.00 AM for the position of ONE JUNIOR RESEARCH FELLOW (JRF) for the DST funded project entitled, “Evaluation of the effect of Padina gymnospora against β-amyloid peptide (25-35) induced neurotoxicity: An in-vitro study ”.
Duration: Three years
Qualifications
1 Class M.Sc.,/ Post Graduate/Graduate (with GATE) degree in Professional Courses in Biotechnology/ Biochemistry/ Microbiology/ Molecular Biology or equivalent of a recognized University.
The emoluments depend on the qualifications of the candidate
The emoluments depend on the qualifications of the candidate

Post graduate (PG) degree in Basic Sciences and NET qualified (or) Graduate degree in Professional Courses and GATE or equivalent qualification - - Rs 16,000 + HRA
Post graduate (PG) degree in Basic Sciences who have NET qualified for lectureship - Rs 12,000 + HRA

Post Graduate Degree in Professional Courses - Rs 18,000 + HRA

If NET/GATE qualified candidate for the project post is not available, project support staff like Project Fellow may be considered for appointment, the emoluments of which will depend on the norms of Alagappa University, Karaikudi. Candidates appearing for the Walk-in Interview should bring CV, copies of certificates and all original certificates/ testimonials for verification. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.

Wednesday, December 26, 2012

SRF


CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute
(Council of Scientific & Industrial Research)
B.S. 10/1, Sector 10, Jankipuram Extension, Sitilpur Road, Lucknow-226021
Advertisement No. 07/2012
Walk-in-Interview
Walk-in-interview for engagement of Project Starr under different projects to be held on 31.12.2012 as per the details given below:

 

Timing:- Eligible candidates are required to report for the Interview at 9:00 A.M on 31.12.2012. Candidates reporting after 10:00 A.M will not be entertained. The eligible candidates may appear before the Selection Committee for interview on the date and time mentioned above at CDRI New Campus, B.S. 10/1, Sector 10, Jankipuram Extension, Sitapur Road, Lucknow-226021. Eligible candidates must bring with them a duly filled application (which can be downloaded from our website www.cdriindia.org), with original & attested copies of mark sheets/certificates etc. along with a recent passport size photograph.
General Conditions
1. Age relaxation will be admissible to SC/ST/OBC candidates as per GOI orders.
2. Suitable Candidates may be empanelled for future requirement if any, under different projects.
3. The date for determining age/qualification and experience shall be the date of interview.
4. The above positions are purely temporary and co-terminus with the aforementioned projects. The candidates engaged in these projects will not confer any right implicit or explicit for consideration for regularization against any CSIR/CDRI post(s).
5. The number of positions against the various projects can be vary at the time of selection depending on the requirement of the institute.
6. Selected Candidates will not be allowed automatically for CSIR-CDRI PhD program in the institute.
However, if they qualify for CSIR- SRFship on completion of two years period as project Staff, they can register themselves in AcSIR. Such Project Staff will have to resign from the project before joining as SRF.
No TA/DA will be paid to the candidates for attending the interview.
Note:- Candidates who fulfils the requisite qualification and age will be allowed to appear before the Selection Committee for interview. Written test in the subject area will be held, if required, to shortlist candidates for the interview on the same day depending upon the number of candidates. The interview may be continued for the subsequent days also, therefore outsider candidates are requested to make their own arrangements accordingly.



Tuesday, December 25, 2012

Monday, December 24, 2012

JRF


JAWAHARLAL NEHRU TROPICAL BOTANIC GARDEN AND RESEARCH INSTITUTE
PALODE, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM - 695 562
Notification for the selection of Project Staff
Application are invited from suitable candidates for the selection of Junior Research Fellow (One) in the project entitled “Biflavonoids from Garcinia species- Chemical, Molecular and Pharmacological Evaluation” (A-144) at Jawaharalal Nehru Tropical Botanic Garden and Research Institute, Palode, Thiruvananthapuram. Details are given below:
Position & vacancy
Qualification
Remuneration
Age limit
Duration of the project
Junior Research Fellow (1)
M.Sc (Chemistry/ Biochemistry) Ist class. Experience in plant chemistry desirable
@Rs.10000/-pm
28 years
Three years
Age limit will be calculated as on 01.12.2012 (age relaxation will be given to SC/ST/OBC candidates as per Govt. norms). Those candidates who fulfill the above criteria may attend a walk-in-interview at JNTBGRI on 31-12-2012 at 10 am with all the relevant document and testimonials. No TA/DA will be given to candidates for attending the interview.

Sunday, December 23, 2012

Young Researcher Award - 2013


LADY  TATA MEMORIAL TRUST
Bombay House, Homi Mody Street
Mumbai 400 001.
Tel : 66658282 / 66657465
Fax : 22826092
Applications are invited for the
“Young Researcher Award - 2013”
This Scheme is instituted by the Lady Tata Memorial Trust (LTMT) to recognize and reward young Indian scientists with outstanding track record in biological sciences, a deep commitment to find innovative solutions to major problems related to human diseases and potential for high quality research. Applicants should have publications in well recognized peer reviewed journals of repute and contributed to knowledge generation that has created significant impact in the field of translational possibilities. The applicant should also highlight prestigious award(s) and other recognitions such as Award(s) of major academies / societies.
Application form along with separate summary sheets may duly be submitted online on ladytatatrust.org by the host institute as per pro forma given on site.
OBJECTIVES:
The aim is to reward Young Researchers (< 40 years) who have displayed a potential for high quality research.
SCOPE:
All areas of Life Sciences and Biotechnology related to human diseases will be covered by this Award.
ELIGIBILITY:
i) The Award is open to Indian Nationals, residing in India, who are below the age of 40 years as on 31st March 2013.
ii) The applicant should possess a Ph.D. degree in any Biological Science or a Master’s degree in Medical Sciences, or an equivalent degree in Biotechnology related areas. The applicant must have at least 4 years’ professional experience in the specific area after obtaining the above degree.
iii) The candidate must have a regular position in a University / Organization / Institute in India. He/she should be engaged in research and development and have publications arising from research done as an independent investigator in India. The awardee will be eligible for regular research grants through extramural and other research schemes of various S & T agencies of the Government of India.
ABOUT THE AWARD :
Ø The amount of the Award will be Rs.25,000/- per month in addition to regular salary from the host institute.
Ø In addition, the Young Researcher will receive a contingency grant of Rs.5.00 lakhs per annum for meeting the expenses on consumables, minor equipment, international and domestic travel, manpower and other contingent expenditure to be incurred in connection with the implementation of research project under the Award.
HOST INSTITUTION:
The Institution where the candidate is working will provide the necessary infrastructure and administrative support for pursuing research under this Award.
DURATION:
The duration of the Award will be initially for three years, extendable further by two years, on a review by the Trust’s Experts’ Committee.
PROCESSING FEE :
A Money Order of Rs.500/- being Processing Fee (non-refundable) should be forwarded in favour of the Lady Tata Memorial Trust, and the original postal receipt of the same should be scanned and forwarded along with the online application form.
Please note that :-
The candidate must forward the application through the Director of a recognised Research Institute or Laboratory where he / she proposes to work.
The application should be addressed to The Secretary, Lady Tata Memorial Trust, Bombay House, 24 Homi Mody Street, Mumbai 400 001, and submitted not later than 15th January 2013.
The selected applicants will be called for an interview in the middle / third week of March 2013 and based on personal interview, one young researcher will be announced by the end of March 2013. The selected Researcher will be required to commence research effective 1st April 2013.
Applicants must comply with the above instructions strictly. An application will not be considered if the candidate fails to furnish the requisite information and supporting documents, certificates and letters.
Any canvassing, direct or indirect, will entail disqualification.
Advertisement: www.ladytatatrust.org/StaticPageIndia/Awards/8

Saturday, December 22, 2012

Best Biotech Innovations of the 21st Century (2001 -2012)

http://ableindia.in/bestbiotechinnovations/


In each category the Innovation can be on any aspect from Ideation, Discovery to the product, process, service or intervention. One entry will be considered for only one category.
i. Biologics
ii. Bioagriculture (Agronomic – linked to productivity)
iii. Bioagriculture (Quality /nutrition - Feed / Food )
iv. Biofuels
v. Clean Technology
vi. BioInformatics
vii. Regenerative Medicine
viii. Public Private Initiatives
ix. Investments / Financing
x. Diagnostics
xi. Medical devices
xii. Omics
xiii. Regulations / Acts / Rules / Promotion / Advocacy by Governments or Private associations or NGOs at State /National/ Regional or International level
xiv. Education / Training / Skill development
xv. Synthetic biology

Submit your Innovation

1. Please read the Terms and Conditions carefully - submitting an entry will mean that the Information Provider has read and is agreeable to all terms and conditions.
2. Information Provider is requested to enter correct and complete details.
3. Though the information can be filled in over a period of time please press SAVE DRAFT after each updation.
4. Please press the SUBMIT FINAL button only after all the information has been accurately entered. No changes can be made once the SUBMIT FINAL button has been pressed.
5. Each Information Provider can submit more than one application for any category though one application will be considered for only one category.
6. Information Provider will be provided a login for each application.
7. For each application a submission and a publication fees - (only if entry is shorlisted) will be chargeable.
8. The Last date for receiving entries and submission fees in Dec 31st, 2012. For any queries email bbi@ableindia.in

Thursday, December 20, 2012

BINC, JNU


Jawaharlal Nehru University
BioInformatics National Certification (BINC) Examination
Department of Biotechnology, Government of India, New Delhi &
School of Computational & Integrative Sciences, JNU, New Delhi
Registration starts: 10 November 2012
Registration ends: 2 February 2013
Examination: 23–24 February 2013
Objective: Jawaharlal Nehru University, on behalf of Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India, will conduct the BioInformatics National Certification (BINC) examination. The objective of this examination is to identify bioinformatics professionals. This will help potential employers in recruitment of candidates having exceptionally good Bioinformatics skills.
Eligibility: Graduates in any science, agriculture, veterinary, medicine, pharmacy, engineering and technology are eligible to appear for the examination. They need not have any formal training, diploma or certificate in bioinformatics.
Application and syllabus: The online application can be filled from 10 November 2012 to 2 February 2013. Syllabus approved by National advisory committee is available online. It consists of five sections: Bioinformatics, Biology,
Physical & Chemical Sciences, Mathematics & Statistics and IT.
Examination: The examination fee is Rs 600 for candidates from Open category and Rs 450 for reserved category candidates (as per Government of India rule). The examination is scheduled on 23–24 February 2013.
The paper I will be of objective type. The paper II will be of short answer type, while the paper III will be a computer-based practical. Research fellowships for all the successful candidates those who are interested and qualified in pursuing Ph.D. in India will be awarded . In addition 10 cash prizes for top ten successful candidates will be awarded.
Examination centers: University of Pune, Pune; Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi; Calcutta University, Kolkata; Anna University, Chennai; Institute of Bioinformatics and Applied Biotechnology, Bangalore; University of Hyderabad, Hyderabad, and North-Eastern Hill University, Shillong and Assam agriculture University, Guahati.
Please visit the following website for detailed information and registration:
http://binc.scisjnu.ernet.in/

Wednesday, December 19, 2012

JRF at Sathiyabama University, Chennai


Applications are invited for the post of one Junior Research fellow to work in a research project entitled “Stabilization and utilization of trash fish and fish processing waste as a slow release nitrogenous organic fertilizer for increased production in vegetable farming” funded by the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India.
Last date apply : 31.12.2012

Monday, December 17, 2012

Ph.D. studentship

Ph.D. studentship at Institute of Bioinformatics (IOB), Bangalore (http://www.ibioinformatics.org)
1. Ph.D. studentship in Cancer Biology (5 positions)
Qualifications:
1) M.Sc. in any field of Life Sciences;
2) Candidates must have secured JRF funding from CSIR-UGC, DBT, ICMR, BINC and DST-INSPIRE
Selected JRFs will be trained in cell culture, molecular biology experiments, proteomics and cutting edge technologies including NextGen sequencing. Only candidates who can relocate to Bangalore need to apply. Interested candidates should e-mail their detailed curriculum vitae to careers at ibioinformatics dot org with subject as "Ph.D. studentship – Cancer Biology.” Short listed candidates will be called for an interview. Those without any fellowship, please do not apply.
2. Ph.D. studentship in the translational research in neurological diseases (5 positions)
Qualifications:
1) M.Sc. in any field of Life Sciences;
2) Candidates must have secured JRF funding from CSIR-UGC, DBT, ICMR, BINC and DST-INSPIRE
Selected JRFs will be involved in ongoing collaborative research projects between IOB and National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS), Bangalore. These JRFs will be placed in  IOB-NIMHANS laboratory located at Neurobiology Research Centre, NIMHANS campus. They will be trained in cutting edge technologies including NextGen sequencing and high-resolution mass spectrometry. Only candidates who can relocate to Bangalore need to apply. Interested candidates should e-mail their detailed curriculum vitae to careers at ibioinformatics dot org with subject as "Ph.D. studentship – Research in Neurological disorders.” Short listed candidates will be called for an interview. Those without any fellowship, please do not apply.
3. Ph.D. studentship in the development of Human Signaling Pathways and Systems Biology Resources (5 positions)
Qualifications:
1) M.Sc. in any field of Life Sciences;
2) Candidates must have secured JRF funding from CSIR-UGC, DBT, ICMR, BINC and DST-INSPIRE
3) Experience in signaling pathways, proteomic data analysis and curation is desired
We are seeking highly motivated individuals with an interest in the analysis of published information on human signaling pathways to develop specific signaling networks. Knowledge of molecular biology and sequence analysis is preferred. Preference will also be given to those already worked on similar projects in other companies/institutions. Interested candidates should e-mail their detailed curriculum vitae to careers at ibioinformatics dot org with subject as "Ph.D. Studentship in Human Signaling Pathways". Short listed candidates will be called for an interview. Those without any fellowship, please do not apply.
4. Ph.D. studentship in the clinical proteomics (4 positions)
Qualifications:
1) M.Sc. in any field of Life Sciences;
2) 1-2 years of experience in microbiology or immunology projects
3) At least one publications
Selected SRFs will be involved in proteomic analysis of clinical samples for the detection of microbial antigens in tuberculosis infection, malaria, typhoid and many viral diseases.  Interested candidates should e-mail their detailed curriculum vitae to careers at ibioinformatics dot org with subject as "SRF in clinical proteomics". Short listed candidates will be called for an interview.
5. Ph.D. studentship in the Vector biology (4 positions)
Qualifications:
1) M.Sc. in any field of Life Sciences;
2) Candidates must have secured JRF funding from CSIR-UGC, DBT, ICMR, BINC and DST-INSPIRE
Selected JRFs will be involved in proteomic analysis of vector mosquitoes including Anopheles spp., Aedes spp. and Culex quinquefasciatus.  JRFs must be willing to travel to and fro between National Institute for Malaria Research at Goa and IOB at Bangalore. Interested candidates should e-mail their detailed curriculum vitae to careers at ibioinformatics dot org with subject as "JRF in Vector Biology". Short listed candidates will be called for an interview

Sunday, December 16, 2012

JRF Lady Tata Memorial Trust


Lady Tata Memorial Trust
Bombay House
24, Homi Mody Street
Fort
Mumbai - 400 001
Junior Scholarship
INFORMATION SHEET FOR JUNIOR RESEARCH SCHOLARSHIP
2013 - 2014
1.
Applications are invited from Indian Nationals, from select Universities / Institutes / Laboratories, and strictly with first class academics (60% and above) from Class X up to date for the award of and Junior Research Scholarship for the year 2013-2014 for scientific investigations having a bearing directly or indirectly on the alleviation of human suffering from disease. The value of the award and contingency grant is as under :
VALUE OF
AWARD
(p.m.)
CONTINGENCY
GRANT
(p.a.)
AGE LIMIT AS ON 31.3.2013
Rs.16,000/-
Rs.20,000/-
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Please note that the age limited will not be relaxed.
The Junior Research Scholarship (JRS) is offered to fresh M.Sc.s and is tenable in the first instance for a period of two years commencing from 1st August 2013. On completion of two years and on assessment by the 3-Member Doctoral Committee (DC) of the scholar’s institution about the progress of work done, the awardee, will have to re-appear for an interview before the Trust’s Indian Scientific Advisory Committee (ISAC) in 2015-2016 for promotion to the Senior Research Scholarship (SRS) @ Rs.18,000/- p.m. for a further period of three years (2015-2016 to 2017-2018), as under, subject to satisfactory progress as reflected in the annual progress reports submitted to the Trust.
( I ) The five-year scholarship grant will be governed by the following rules and regulations :
(a) JR Scholar joins in year one and a 3-Member Doctoral Committee (DC) is appointed by the concerned Institute / University within three months of the award of JRS, and this DC has to have the approval of the Indian Scientific Advisory Committee of the Trust. The Doctoral Committee should comprise of a Guide (Convenor), a Professor grade faculty and another faculty working in related areas of science. At the end of the year, the JR Scholar will present the work done to the DC and a summary of the work done along with approval of the DC members should be sent to the Trust’s ISAC for renewal of the fellowship for the second year.
(b) The JR Scholar must complete the formalities for Ph.D. registration within 9 months to 14 months from the date of joining as JR Scholar with the Trust, otherwise the Trust will terminate the scholarship.
(c) The JR Scholar will be reviewed by the ISAC in an interview on the completion of the first term of two years as JR Scholar, for the work done, and subject to the registration for Ph.D. will then be recommended for continuation from the third year as SR Scholar (SRS).
(d) At the end of third year when the researcher is an SRS, his / her scholarship will be continued into the fourth year based on the recommendations of his / her DC and further on the comments of the ISAC on the progress report submitted. The progress report should summarise the work done in the previous 3 years and the plans for the fourth year.
(e) At the end of the fourth year he / she will be reviewed by the ISAC of the Trust for continuation of SRS for the fifth and final year.
( II ) On promotion as an SRS in the third year, the scholar will receive an incremented scholarship of Rs.18,000/- p.m. with HRA+contingency maintained at the same levels.
( III ) Applicants for Junior Scholarship must have post-graduate qualification in Science (M.Sc.). Applicants must have passed their Class X to M.Sc. Examinations with > 60% marks. Applicants with GATE / NET qualifications may be given preference.
2. House Rent Allowance (H.R.A.) -
At 25% of the basic value of the scholarship will be offered to scholars doing research work at Universities / Institutes / Laboratories, i.e. strictly in the following Metro Cities – Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata, Chennai, Bangalore and Hyderabad, being locations outside their place of permanent residence. Scholars from other small towns / cities will receive HRA @ 10% of the basic value of their scholarship. A certificate from the Institute verifying the status of accommodation of the scholar should be attached together with latest original receipt of rental. Scholars residing in accommodation provided by the Institute will not be eligible for drawing HRA.
3. Processing Fee –
A MONEY ORDER OF RS.100/- BEING PROCESSING FEE (NON-REFUNDABLE) PER APPLICATION SHOULD BE FORWARDED IN FAVOUR OF THE LADY TATA MEMORIAL TRUST (Add: Bombay House, 2nd floor, 24, Homi Mody Street, Fort, Mumbai 400001) AND THE ORIGINAL POSTAL RECEIPT OF THE SAME SHOULD BE SCANNED AND SUBMITTED WITH THE ONLINE APPLICATION FORM. ANY APPLICATION RECEIVED WITHOUT THE SCANNED MONEY ORDER RECEIPT, OR FORWARDED THROUGH ANY OTHER MODE OF PAYMENT, WILL BE REJECTED WITHOUT FURTHER CORRESPONDENCE WITH THE APPLICANT.
4. GENERAL RULES AND REGULATIONS
Subject selected for research work must have a bearing directly or indirectly on the alleviation of human suffering from disease.
(a) Selected scholars must undertake to work whole time and will be debarred from private practice or taking up any other occupation or accepting any other scholarship award or post of any description during the tenure of the scholarship award of the Trust. The scholar will also not be allowed, except for very exceptional reasons, at the sole discretion of the Trust, to abandon the research work in the middle of the academic year as this defeats the very purpose for which the Trust awards scholarships. The applicant must give an undertaking to this effect in the application itself.
(b) A selected scholar, if after having accepted our Award, abandons the research work before completing it or relinquishes the scholarship in the middle of an academic year on the ground that he / she has been offered an award of a higher value by another funding agency / organisation, or has secured alternate employment, he / she will be called upon to refund the entire scholarship amount, inclusive of house rent allowance / contingency expenditure and the concerned university / institute will not be considered for the Trust awards for the next two academic years. A Bond will have to be executed to this effect by the selected scholar, and countersigned by the concerned guide at the time of accepting our scholarship award.
(c) Applicant must pay particular attention to the above requirements as sought in the online submission. As complete information as possible should be given regarding the proposed research under the various heads indicated in the submission and also full reference must be given as sought. The problem must be carefully selected and isolated so that it can be adequately dealt with during the period of the scholarship. The scientific information so presented will help to determine whether or not the applicant should be called for an interview.
(d) In giving the particulars of published papers and articles, the applicant should state references by numbers. In the list of references at the end of the text, full references should be given corresponding to the number quoted in the text as follows :
i) Give names of all the authors when six or less, if seven or more,
give only the first three and add et al.
ii) Full title of the paper.
iii) Name of the Journal from which the reference is quoted.
iv) Year of publication.
v) Volume, and
vi) Page numbers (first and last).
Please note that :-
i) references are not to be quoted if the Applicant has not fully studied the original text of the article, and
ii) if the references are not quoted in the manner described above, the application will not be considered.
The applicant MUST submit / support the application with a letter through the Registrar of the University / Director of a recognised Research Institute or Laboratory where he / she proposes to work. Application will be rejected if this requirement is not met. The application must be supported by :
a) a letter jointly signed by the Registrar / Director and the Head of the Department concerned stating that they have critically examined the details of the proposed research work, that they have approved of the general plan, that the university / institute has adequate laboratory facilities and that they will provide these facilities to the applicant for his / her research work. The letter should give the name and designation of the person who will act as Guide to the applicant.
b) A letter from the Guide, giving his / her consent, to provide necessary guidance to the applicant and to supervise his / her research work.
c) A joint letter from the three Members of the Doctoral Committee agreeing to assess and submit the annual research progress reports of the work done by the Scholar as sought by the Trust
d) Applicant must obtain a separate letter from the Head of the Department or the Research Guide giving comments on past research experience and on the competence of the applicant to carry out the proposed research work.
5. The on-line application should be submitted on www.ladytatatrust.org not later than 15th January 2013.
6. The interview call letters will be forwarded to short-listed applicants by the end of June 2013, personal interview will be held in mid-July 2013 and the names of the selected applicants, based on their performance at the interview, will be announced in early August 2013 and the selected scholars and their Guides will be intimated about the same immediately thereafter. Selected scholars will be required to report to the respective Research Guides immediately on announcement of the award.
Applicants must comply with the above instructions strictly. An application will not be considered if the applicant fails to furnish the requisite information and supporting scanned certificates and letters online.
Any canvassing, direct or indirect, will entail disqualification of application without notice.
Further Info: http://www.ladytatatrust.org/StaticPageIndia/Awards/7

RA and JRF


CENTER WITH POTENTIAL FOR EXCELLENCE IN BIODIVERSITY
RAJIV GANDHI UNIVERSITY
RONO HILLS, DOIMUKH, ITANAGAR – 791 112
Applications are invited for the following posts in the “Center with Potential for Excellence in a Particular Area (Biodiversity) under Faculty of Life Science. The posts are temporary and shall be terminated at the end of the CPEPA in Biodiversity phase –II project. Duration of the project is five years.
Last date for submission of application form is 31/12/2012.
(2) Research Associate: Number of post – 04
Academic Qualification: Ph.D. in Zoology/ Botany/ Life Science/Biotechnology
having research experience in Reproductive endocrinology/ Molecular Biology
technique/ phytochemical analysis and its validation/ Fish Biology/Entomology/
microbial research / any other biological research evidenced by high quality
publications.
Candidates have to carry out extensive field work in Arunachal Pradesh.
Fellowship: Rs.22, 000.00 plus 10% HRA pm
(3) Junior Research Fellow: Number of post – 10
Academic Qualification: M.Sc in Zoology/Botany/Life Science/ Biotechnology with good academic records. Specialization having Reproductive Endocrinology/
physiology & Biochemistry/ Entomology/Fish Biology/ Wild life Biology/ Plant
taxonomy/ Microbiology/ Ecology/Cell Biology/ nutritional biochemistry/toxicology is desirable.
Candidates have to carry out extensive field work in Arunachal Pradesh.
Fellowship for NET (JRF) qualified candidate: Rs.16, 000.00 plus 10%HRA pm
Fellowship Non NET candidates: Rs.14, 000.00 plus10% HRA pm
(4) Field cum Laboratory Attendant : Number of post –05
Academic qualification: H.S.L.C passed and having basic knowledge on science.
Candidates have to maintain the laboratory and carry out extensive field work in
Arunachal Pradesh. Candidates having experience of working in research laboratories/academic institute is preferable.
Salary: - Rs. 7,400.00 (Consolidated) pm
Applications completed in all respect should be sent to Prof. H. N. Sarma, Coordinator, Center with Potential for Excellence in Biodiversity and Head of the Department of Zoology, Rajiv Gandhi University, Rono Hills, Doimukh, Itanagar – 791 112, Arunachal Pradesh.
Envelope containing application should super scribe the name of the post applied for on the top. Incomplete application at any respect shall be cancelled without any intimation to the candidates. Short listed candidates shall be called for appearing before interview board. Name of short listed candidates and date of interview shall be given in RGU website http://rgu.ac.in/downloads/AdvtDec2012-01.pdf
No TA/DA shall be paid to candidate for appearing in the interview.

Friday, December 14, 2012

JRF at Tamil Nadu


Department of Bioinformatics
School of Life Sciences
BHARATHIDASAN UNIVERSITY,
TIRUCHIRAPPALLI-620 024
WALK-IN-INTERVIEW FOR JUNIOR RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP
Project title: Structural and Functional Evolution of Bacterial ADP-ribosylation Superfamily–A Special Emphasis for Engineering Immunotoxins from Binary toxin A
Funding Agency: Life Science Research Board, Defence Research and Development
Organization, New Delhi
Tenure of the project: Three years or till the end of the project period.
Position: Junior Research Fellow (1 no.)
Essential qualification: First class in M.Sc in Genomics/Biotechnology/Microbiology/Biochemistry/Life Sciences
Desirable qualification: Experience in an area relevant (Molecular Microbiology, Protein engineering and Structural Bioinformatics) to the project.
Fellowship: Rs. 16, 000 per month plus HRA as per University rule.
Upper age limit: 28 years
Date of Venue of interview: 04-01-2013, Department of Bioinformatics, Bharathidasan University, Tiruchirappalli -620 024, Tamil Nadu
The above post is purely temporary and will be terminated with three month notice. The Terms and the condition of the appointment shall be governed according to DRDO, Govt. of India. The eligible candidates will bring their original certificates and documents at the time of interview. Selected candidates will be allowed to register for Ph.D. Degree in Biotechnology/Bioinformatics. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
Dr. P. CHELLAPANDI
Principal Investigator,
Department of Bioinformatics,
Bharathidasan University,
Tiruchirappalli -620 024, Tamil Nadu

Thursday, December 13, 2012

JRF at Haryana


DEPARTMENT OF MICROBIOLOGY
KURUKSHETRA UNIVERSITY, KURUKSHETRA, 136 119 (HARYANA)
Applications along with biodata are invited for the one post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under the HSCST DST funded project entitled “Bioremediation and simultaneous bio plastic production from textile industrial effluent in Haryana state through PHB” awarded to Dr. Baljeet Singh Saharan, Assistant Professor in the Department of Microbiology, Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra. The duration of the project is two years.
Essential Qualification:
JRF : M.Sc. in Microbiology/ other related fields with at least 55% marks.
Salary: Rs. 12,000/- PM + HRA
Last date for submission of applications : 21st December, 2012 (upto 5:00 P.M.)
Date of Interview : December 29th , 2012 at 11:30 A.M.
Venue : Department of Microbiology
Interested candidates may apply through speed Post to P.I. /Email: Baljeet.kuk@gmail.com upto 21st December, 2012.
Note:
1. Candidate appearing for interview will not be paid any TA/DA
2. Bring the original certificates/documents.
(Dr. Baljeet Singh Saharan)
Project Investigator (P.I.)
HSCST DST Major Research Project
Department of Microbiology
Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra
Haryana 136 119

Wednesday, December 12, 2012

Scientific Assistants


Applications are invited through ON-LINE from the eligible candidates for recruitment to the following posts in Andhra Pradesh Forensic Science Laboratory, Police Department.
Scientific Assistants
• Physical – 2
Eligibility: The candidate must hold, as on date of notification, have passed M.Sc. in I or II Division with Physics as the subject or Forensic Science with Physics as special subject or an equivalent qualification from any University in India established or incorporated by or under a Central Act, or Provincial Act or State Act or an Institution recognized by the University Grants Commission
• Chemical – 7
Eligibility: The candidate must hold, as on date of notification, have passed M.Sc. in I or II Division with Physics as the subject or Forensic Science with Physics as special subject or an equivalent qualification from any University in India established or incorporated by or under a Central Act, or Provincial Act or State Act or an Institution recognized by the University Grants Commission
• Biology/Serology – 7
Eligibility: The candidate must hold, as on date of notification, have passed M.Sc. in I or II Division with Biology or Zoology o rBotany or Microbiology or Bio-Technology or ForensicScience with Biology as the subject or an equivalent qualification from any University in India established or incorporated by or under a Central Act, or Provincial Act or State Act or an Institution recognized by the University Grants Commission
• Laboratory Technician – 3
Eligibility: SSC or any other examination recognised by the State Government as being equivalent to SSC
Age as on 01-07-2012: 18-33
How to apply: Online through website http://apfsl.cgg.gov.in
Fee: (Remittance of Fee) Each applicant must pay Rs. 100/- (Rupees One Hundred Only)
Selection Procedure/Scheme: The Selection Procedure/Scheme of the Exam will be
as follows:
A) Written Examination: Questions will be objective in nature two hours duration.
Number of questions: 160
Number of marks: 40
B) Weightage: Weightage of three (3) marks for every completed six months of service subject to a maximum of 30 marks shall be given to the in-service candidates with experience of having worked / working in the A.P. Forensic Science Laboratory
C) Interview: The candidates shall be called for interview in the ratio of 1:2 with reference to the number of vacancies based on their total score in the written examination (40 marks) and Weightage
Important dates:
• Starting date for payment of Fee at any AP Online Centre - 10-12-2012
• Starting date for filling and uploading ONLINE application is - 11-12-2012
• Last date for payment of Fee is - 30-12-2012 up to 5.00 P.M.
• Last date for uploading of Application is - 31-12-2012 up to 5.00 P.M.
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Tuesday, December 11, 2012

JRF

or the following posts:
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Junior Research Fellow: No. of posts: 10
on monthly emoluments of Rs.12,000/- + HRA
Age: upto 28 years
Educational Qualification: M.Sc in Microbiology, Bio-technology, Botany, Chemistry, Organic chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry and Analytical Chemistry/Zoology, Applied Chemistry/Life Sciences, Bio-Sciences, Environmental Science OR
B.E/B.Tech in Environmental Engineering, Bio-Technology, Public Health Engineering, Electronics and Communication, information. Application should be sent either in English or in Hindi.
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Prescribed application form along with recent passport size photographs, should reach The Administrative Officer (Recruitment), Central Pollution Control Board, Parivesh Bhawan, East Arjun Nagar, Shahdara, Delhi-110032 within 45 days (Advertisement date 1 st November 2012).

Monday, December 10, 2012

Technical Assistant


NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF IMMUNOHAEMATOLOGY (ICMR)
Mumbai - 400 012.
Applications are invited up to 28th December, 2012 for the under mentioned post at this Institute.
Technical Assistant (Two): One Post Open (Un-Reserved) and One Post Reserved for OBC
Scale of Pay:  PB-2: Rs. 9300-48000 plus Grade pay Rs. 4200/-.
Qualification and Experience:
Essential :  Three years Bachelor Degree in Life Science / Microbiology / Biochemistry from a Recognized University with one year Diploma in Medical Lab. Technology (DMLT) OR one year experience in the lower scale.
Desirable:  M.Sc. with Life Science / Microbiology / Biochemistry with one year Experience will be preferred. 
Job Requirement:  To assist in research and referral service of the Institute.
Age:    Not exceeding 30 years. Age relaxable by 5 years for Govt. Servants, SC, Stand Physical Handicapped
            Candidates and by 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy layer) candidates subject to production from competent
            authorities. 
GENERAL CONDITIONS :-
  • Benefits of New restructured defined contributory Pension scheme are admissible  as per the provision contained in the Ministry of Finance, Department of Economic Affairs (ECB & PR Division) Notification No. 5/7/2003-ECB & PR dated 22.12.2003 effective from 1.1.2004.
  • Applications along with Bio-data with a passport size photograph and attested copies of Certificates, Testimonials, Caste Certificate (SC/ST/Non-Creamy OBC Certificate for appointment in Govt. of India), Experience Certificate should be forwarded to the  DIRECTOR, NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF IMMUNOHAEMATOLOGY, (ICMR), 13th floor, New Multistoreyed Complex, K.E.M. Hospital Campus, Parel, Mumbai – 400012, before due date.
  • A Demand Draft or a Postal Order for Rs.100/- in favour of Director, National Institute of Immunohaematology, Mumbai payable at Mumbai should be enclosed with the applications.  SC/ST/Physical Handicapped and Women candidates only are exempted from this payment.
  • Application from candidates working in Central / State Government of PSU should be forwarded through proper channel.
  • Incomplete / late application or those without Postal Orders / Demand Draft and withour copies of Certificates will not be entertained and rejected.
  • Any canvassing by or on behalf of the candidates or to bring political or other outside influence with regard to selection/recruitment shall be disqualification.
  • Selection will be made on the basis of result of competitive test and interview.  Short listed candidates will be called for test and further short listed candidates only will be called for interview.
  • The decision of the Director, NIIH will be final in this regard.

Saturday, December 8, 2012

SRF


DEPARTMENT OF MICROBIOLOGY
COLLEGE OF BASIC SCIENCES & HUMANITIES
No.CBSH/Micro/NBAIM/
Applications are invited for the award of Two position of SRF as per NBAIM, ICAR norms under the project “Microbial Genomics”, ‘funded by NBAIM, ICAR.
Applicants possessing M.Sc. degree in Microbiology/Microbial Technology discipline and preferable specialization in microbial genomics should apply on plain paper with the following information to Dr. Reeta Goel, Professor & Head, Principal Investigator, Department of Microbiology, CBSH, G.B.Pant Univ. of Ag. & Tech. Pantnagar-263145 (Fax: 05944-233473) latest by 21 Dec., 2012
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Thursday, December 6, 2012

JRF


TATA MEMORIAL CENTRE
ADVANCED CENTRE FOR TREATMENT, RESEARCH AND
EDUCATION IN CANCER
KHARGHAR, NAVI MUMBAI – 410210

No. ACTREC/Advt./ 63 /2012 27th November 2012
WALK IN INTERVIEW

Sl. No.
Position
Title of the Project
Funding
Agency
Principal
Investigator
1.
Junior Research Fellow
The Size & Shape Control Mechanism of Golgi Apparatus.
DBT
Dr. Dibyendu Bhattacharyya
2.
Study to investigate role of phosphatidylinositol 4-phosphate (PtdIns4P) binding effector GOLPH3/VPS74 in the size control mechanism of Golgi apparatus by depletion analysis using anchor away knock sideways method.
CSIR
For Position 1:
Duration of the Project: Three years from the date of Appointment
Consolidated Salary: Rs. 12,000 + 3600 (HRA 30%) = Total Rs.15,600/- per month. for the
first two years and 14,000 +4200 (HRA 30%) = 18,200/- for the third year.
For Position 2:
Duration of the Project: Two years from the date of Appointment
Consolidated Salary: (Rs. 16,000 + 5400 (HRA 30%) = Total Rs.21,400/- per month
Date & Time: 10th December, 2012, at 10.00 a.m.
Venue: Meeting Room, 3rd floor, Khanolkar Shodhika, ACTREC
Minimum Qualifications and Experience:
For position 1, the candidate must have a M.Sc. in Biological sciences, or M.Tech in Biotechnology or Computer Science/Bioinformatics or similar from a recognized University with minimum 60% aggregate marks. Experience in Microscopy and an exposure to basic biology would be highly preferred.
For position 2, in addition to above criterions, the candidate must be CSIR-NET qualified and must have at least 6 months of research experience and well versed in organelle cell biology as well in advanced imaging.
Candidates fulfilling above requirements should send their application by e-mail to the ‘program.office@actrec.gov.in’ in the format given below so as to reach on or before 7th December, 2012 up to 17.30 hrs.
Application for the post of: “JRF on 10th December, 2012”.
Project Title: ..............................................................
Name & Address
Date of Birth
Whether physically handicapped
Educational Qualification
Experience:
Employer/
Post held
(From : To)



Exam Passed
Class (%)
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The interviews would be held on 10th December, 2012. Only registered candidates should report at 09.30 a.m. on 10th December, 2012 (in Steno Pool), 3rd floor, Khanolkar Shodhika, ACTREC, Kharghar, Navi Mumbai. Candidates reporting after 9.30 a.m. will not be allowed for the interview. No T.A./D.A. will be admissible for attending the interview.
At the time of Interview the candidate should bring originals along with covering letter with statement of purpose and CV with contact details of 2 referees and submit the photocopies (attested) of the certificates, with a recent passport size photograph.
*The candidate should register by applying through email in the given format to program office. The candidate will not receive any interview call letter from the office. The eligible candidates can straight away walk in for the interview on the scheduled day.
Advertisemnt: www.actrec.gov.in/data%20files/2012/Walk-in-JRF-DB-29-11-12.doc

Wednesday, December 5, 2012

Research Assistant


UNIVERSITY OF PUNE
Department of Biotechnology
Walk in interview for the following post as detailed below:.
Research Assistant under DST-PURSE Program.
Appointment up to 31/08/2013 only.
Rs.20,000/- per month,
Ph .D. in Life Science / Biotechnology / Biochemistry
Knowledge in Molecular Biology and Genetic Engineering including Cloning, Overexpression, protein Kinase assay etc.
11th December, 2012 at 11.00 a.m.
Attend with necessary information along with copies of experience and educational qualifications' certificates, etc.
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Tuesday, December 4, 2012

JRF

Applications are invited for the post of one JRF/SRF/RA in a CSIR funded project entitled “Evaluation of age-associated alterations in anti-oxidative defence in Saccharomyces cerevisiae and its role in accumulation of oxidative stress” under the supervision of Dr. Nilanjana Das, Department of Biotechnology, Visva-Bharati.
Essential qualification:
JRF M.Sc in any discipline of Life Science with minimum 55% marks preferably with knowledge of microbiology/ biotechnology/ biochemistry techniques.
Valid NET/GATE is essential.
Age limit: 28 years.
SRF: Candidates with M.Sc in any discipline of Life Science with minimum 55% marks and with evidence of minimum of 2 years of research experience after M.Sc. Candidates must have published papers in standard refereed journals.
RA: Candidates with M.Sc in any discipline of Life Science with minimum 55% marks and with Doctorate (Ph.D.) degree in the relevant subject.
The upper age limit for JRF, SRF and RA shall be 28, 32 and 35 years, respectively, relaxable up to 5 years in the case of candidates belonging to scheduled castes/tribes/OBC, women and physically handicapped candidates.
Stipend for JRF, SRF and RA shall be 16,000/-, 18000/- and 22000/- pm, respectively, as per CSIR guidelines.
Applications are invited on plain paper with giving detailed bio-data along with attested documents in support of qualifications, testimonials, research experience, etc. Application should reach Dr. Nilanjana Das, Principal Investigator, Department of Biotechnology, Siksha-Bhavana, Visva-Bharati, Santiniketan 731235, West Bengal on or before 20 Dec. 2012 by post.
Shortlisted candidates will be informed via post for the interview. The project duration is 3 yrs. Student will have to work in the Department of Biotechnology, Visva-Bharati where he/she can also register for Ph.D degree. The positions are purely temporary and co- terminus with the project.
Dr Nilanjana Das
Principal Investigator.