Tuesday, December 31, 2013

JRF


Applications are invited for one post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) in a DST (Science & Engineering Research Board) Government of India, sponsored project (INSPIRE) entitled “Mechanism deployed by plant host to maintain its genomic integrity, in response to bacterial stress.” in the Department of Plant Science, School of Biological Sciences, Central University of Kerala.
JRF
Stipend - Rs. 14000/-
Tenure - Three years
Qualifications - Master of Science in any subject under Life Science (Plant Science/ Botany/ Biochemistry/ Agriculture/ Genomics/ Biotechnology/ Molecular/ Genetics/ Biology etc).
Desirable qualifications: CSIR-UGC-NET/JRF or M.Phil.
(A) The post is purely temporary and initially only for a period of ONE year but extendable till the completion of the project upon assessment of the performance of the candidate.
(B) Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview and selection will be made as per the DST and the Central University of Kerala rules.
(C) The applicants should carry all original certificates at the time of attending the interview.
(D) Age limit up to 28 years as per project terms and conditions.
Candidates interested in are requested to send their applications on plain paper to the Principal Investigator on or before 7th January, 2014. Suitable candidates will be called for an interview.
Note: The selected candidate is expected to register for Ph.D. after getting eligibility as per the Ph.D. Regulations of the Central University of Kerala.
Candidates may send their applications with Bio-data/C.V to Dr. Jasmine M Shah at the below address:
Dr. Jasmine M Shah
Assistant Professor
Department of Plant Science
School of Biological Sciences
Central University of Kerala
Padannakkad, Kasaragod, Kerala – 671328
(Ph: +918281409309, +919600001831 email: jas109@gmail.com)
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Saturday, December 28, 2013

SRF at INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, ROORKEE


INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, ROORKEE
Department of Biotechnology
Applications are invited from Indian nationals only for project position(s) as per the details given below for the research project under the Principal investigator (Name: Ashwani K Sharma), Dept of Biotechnology, Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee.
I. Title of project: Bioinformatics and Structure based approach towards developing low molecular weight proteins With nuclease activity as new potential anti-cancer agents
2. Sponsor of the project: ICMR
3. Project position(s) and number: SRF-01
4. Qualifications: Master's degree in biological sciences with good academic record, NET/GATE qualified and 2 years of research experience in relevant field.
5. Emoluments : Rs 18000 p.m. + HRA as per Institute rules
6. Duration: - 1.5 year (till end of project)
7. Job description: Biochemical and biophysical characterization of relevant purified protein
1. Candidates before appearing for the interview shall ensure that they arc eligible for the position they intend to apply.
2. Candidates desiring 10 appear for the Interview should submit their applications with the following documents to the office of Principal Investigator through email. by post or produce at the time of Interview:
• Application in a plain paper with detailed CV including chronological discipline of degree/certificates obtained.
• Experience including research. industrial field and others.
• Attested copies of degree/certificate and experience certificate.
3. Candidate shall bring along with them the original degree(s)/certificate(s) and experience certificate(s) at the time of interview for verification.
4. Preference will be given to SC/ST candidates on equal qualifications and experience.
S. Please note that no TA/DA is admissible for attending the interview.
The interview will be held al the office of Head, Biotechnology Department on 01·01·2014 at 11 :50 AM
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Friday, December 27, 2013

JRF


TAMIL NADU VETERINARY AND ANIMAL SCIENCES UNIVERSITY
Department of Veterinary Surgery and Radiology
Madras Veterinary College, Chennai- 600 007
WALK – IN INTERVIEW FOR THE POST OF JUNIOR RESEARCH FELLOW
A walk-in-interview will be conducted for filling up of one temporary post of Junior Research Fellow to work in the DBT- funded RGYI scheme titled “Autologous Platelet Rich Plasma Seeded on Biodegradable extracellular Matrix for the regenerative therapy of Musculo skeletal disorders in companion animals” at Department of Veterinary Surgery and Radiology, Madras Veterinary College, Chennai -600 007.
The post is purely temporary for about three years from the date of recruitment or till the completion of the project whichever is earlier.
Junior Research Fellow
Post-graduate degree in Veterinary Science/ Life Sciences/Biotechnology (or) M.Tech – Biotechnology
I and II year- Rs.12,000 per month + HRA @ 30 %
III year- Rs.14,000 per month + HRA @ 30 %
1. Qualified and interested candidates for this position may Walk-in for a written examination followed by an interview on 03.01.2014 at 10.00am to be held at the Department of Veterinary Surgery and Radiology, Madras Veterinary College, Chennai -600 007.
2. No TA / DA will be paid for the candidates preferring to attend the interview. Candidates are to make their own arrangements for their stay at Chennai.
3. Mere attending the interview does not guarantee them the appointment and the selection will be based purely on merit basis. Candidates are requested to produce all original certificates (UG / PG degrees, age proof, experience certificate, publications and any other testimonials that certify their competency to work in the project) at the time of interview.
4. Selection will be made as per the norms of ASRR, TANUVAS.
5. The appointment is made purely on temporary basis with a condition to terminate the appointment without giving any prior notice and the candidate should not claim any University service.
Principal Investigator – DST- RGYI Scheme,
Assistant Professor,
Department of Veterinary Surgery and Radiology,
Madras Veterinary College,
Chennai - 600 007
Job Description An enthusiastic, organized and ambitious worker is required to join a three-year project based at Department of Veterinary Surgery and Radiology, Madras Veterinary College, Chennai -600 007, the person employed will be involved in handling of samples from dogs, horse and cat, In vitro/ in vivo studies involving extra cellular matrix scaffolds, biomaterials, processing of fish collagen and clinical sample analysis. The person employed is expected to methodically archive the materials collected and maintain daily & regular records. The employed person is expected to travel locally and to outstations for the purpose of sample collection.

Thursday, December 26, 2013

Senior Research Fellow


WALK-IN INTERVIEW
The Principal Scientist & Head intends to recruit one Senior Research Fellow in Network project purely on contractual basis. The interview of eligible candidates for the above post will be held on January 02, 2014 at 11:00 A.M. at IARI-Regional Station, Residency Area (Near College of Agriculture), INDORE–452 001 (M.P.). Eligible candidates fulfilling all the requirements should bring their application in the format mentioned below giving full details of academic records and experience along with attested photocopies as well as original copies of relevant documents along with one passport size photograph. Details of the position are given below:
1. “Physiological water-use efficiency (Root traits) in wheat
Age limit: Maximum age 35 years (age relaxation for SC/ST, women and OBC candidates as per rules).
Essential qualification for the post : M.Sc. (Ag.) in Plant Physiology /Biochemistry /Genetics/ Plant Breeding OR M.Sc. in Biochemistry/Life Sciences.
Desirable (i) NET Qualified; (ii) Experience of working with crop plants and (ii) Basic computer skills.
Emoluments for the post: Rs. 16,000 + 20% HRA shall be awarded per month.
The above post is purely temporary and will be filled on contractual basis initially for a period of one year, but may be extended on year-to-year basis, based on performance of the candidate. The candidate shall not claim for regular appointment at this Institute, as the post is co-terminus with the project. No TA/ DA will be paid for attending the interview. Only the candidates having essential qualification would be entertained for the interview.
CV format: 1. Name, 2. Father’s name, 3. Date of birth, 4. Present and permanent address, 5. Contact telephone no. and email ID, 5. Category: SC/ST/OBC/GEN, 7. Qualification details (Institute, year and marks in class 10th, 12th, graduate and post graduate), 8. Research experience with supporting documents, 9. Publications, if any.

Wednesday, December 25, 2013

JRF at NIPGR


Applications are invited from suitable candidates for filling up the purely temporary positions of one Research Associate, two Junior Research Fellow and one Lab/field Assistant in DBT Part-B Sub-project-1 & 2 entitled “Transcriptome and epigenome diversity analysis during seed development for discovery of molecular markers and gene regulatory mechanism in chickpea” of Seed Biology under the supervision of Dr. Mukesh Jain, Scientist, NIPGR.
Research Associate (one post): Emoluments as per DST/DBT norms & as sanctioned in the project.
Qualification: Candidates having Ph.D. degree (awarded) in Life Sciences/Molecular Biology/Bioinformatics or related field are eligible to apply. Candidates having experience in the area of protein biochemistry, advanced molecular biology and genomics techniques will be preferred. The candidate should have good academic record and relevant research experience as evidenced from published papers in standard refereed journals.
Junior Research Fellow (two post): Emoluments as per DST/DBT norms & as sanctioned in the project.
Qualification: Candidates having M.Sc. degree or equivalent (with minimum 55% marks) in Life Sciences, Biotechnolgy, Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology or any other related field are eligible to apply. The Candidate having computer skills (Linux, Perl, Java, MySQL) and/or experience in advanced molecular biology, next generation sequencing data analysis and molecular markers analysis, will be given preference.
Lab Attendant (one post): . 8000/- fixed consolidated emolument.
Qualification: Matriculate with experience of working in research laboratories.
The positions are purely temporary and are co-terminus with the project. The initial appointment will be for one year, which can be extended/curtailed on the basis of assessment of the candidate's performance and discretion of the Competent Authority. NIPGR reserves the right to select the candidate against the above post depending upon the qualification and experience of the candidate. Reservation of post shall be as per Govt. of India norms.
Eligible candidates may apply by sending their complete application in the given format. The attested copies of the certificates and proof of research experience (if any) are to be attached with the hard copy of application. The applications should reach at the address given below within 15 days from the date of advertisement.
Last date January 02, 2014
The envelope must be superscribed by "Application for the Post of RA/JRF/Lab/Field Assistant in Seed Biology Project of Dr. Mukesh Jain, Scientist, 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

Tuesday, December 24, 2013

ALL INDIA ENTRANCE EXAMINATION FOR UG & PG ADMISSIONS AND SRF (PGS) NOTICE


Indian Council of Agricultural Research
Krishi Anusandhan Bhavan - II, Pusa, New Delhi – 110012
ALL INDIA ENTRANCE EXAMINATION FOR UG & PG ADMISSIONS AND SRF (PGS) NOTICE
The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) invites applications from Indian Nationals, in the prescribed format, for ICAR’s 19th AIEEA-UG-2014 and AIEEA-PG-2014 on 100% seats at ICAR-Deemed-to-be-Universities (Bachelor degree at NDRI Karnal only while Master degrees at IARI, IVRI, NDRI and CIFE), and on 15% seats for Bachelor degrees and 25% seats for Master degrees at State Agricultural Universities; Central Agricultural University, Imphal; Central Universities with Agricultural Faculty (B.H.U., Viswa Bharati, Nagaland University and A.M.U. (for PG only) and the SHIATS Allahabad for the academic session 2014-15 (This examination does not include admission to Bachelor degree programmes in Veterinary Sciences). All India Competitive Examination for the award of Senior Research Fellowship (SRF-PGS) to pursue Ph.D. degree programme in the field of Agriculture and Allied Sciences will also be conducted along with AIEEA-PG-2014. For details of notification, visit ICAR website (www.icar.org.in).
The procedure for online application has been described in the Information Bulletins. For SRF (PGS), the applications will be submitted ONLINE only. Applications for AIEEA-UG and PG can be submitted both Online and Offline. For submitting application Online, a provision has been kept to deposit the application fee either through (i) Bank challan of Syndicate Bank or (ii) Credit/debit card using Payment Gateway of Syndicate Bank or (iii) NEFT.
1. Dates of Examination:
UG: Saturday, the 12th April 2014 (10:00 A.M. to 12:30 P.M.)
PG: Sunday, the 13 April 2014 (10:00 A.M. to 12:30 P.M.)
SRF (PGS): Sunday, the 13 April 2014 (10: 00 A.M. to 01:00 P.M.) Single paper
2. Sale of Information Bulletin/Application Forms:
UG & PG (Online/Offline) 20th December, 2013 to 07th February, 2014
SRF (PGS) (Online only) 20TH December, 2013 to 07th February, 2014
3. Eligibility:
3.1. Age:
For AIEEA-UG-2014: Between 17 to 23 years for General category candidates as on 31st (UG Examination) (must have been born between 01.09.1991 to 01.09.1997). The upper age limit for candidates belonging to SC/ST/PC (Physically Challenged) categories would be relaxable by 5 years. August 2014.
For AIEEA-PG-2014: Not less than 19 years as on 31st (PG Examination) (must not have been born after 01.09.1995) August 2014.
For SRF (PGS)-2014: Between 21 to 30 years for General category candidates as on 13th April, 2014, the date of examination. The upper age limit for candidates belonging to SC/ST/Women/PC/OBC (Non-creamy layer as per the Central list of OBC) categories shall be relaxable by 5 years. For in-service candidates, the maximum age limit shall be 45 years in all cases as per the extant norms and guidelines.
3.2. Qualifying Examination:
3.2.1. For AIEEA-UG-2014: (Other than Veterinary Sciences)
Must have passed and obtained not less than 50% marks in aggregate for admission under General, UPS (Under Privileged State) and OBC categories or 40% marks in aggregate for admission under SC, ST and PC categories in 10+2 examination or equivalent/Inter (Agriculture) with PCM/ PCB/ PCMB/ PCA/ PCH subject combinations.
3.2.2. For AIEEA-PG-2014: Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Veterinary, Agricultural Engineering, Fisheries, Horticulture, Home Science, Sericulture, Dairy Technology, Forestry, Agri. Marketing and Cooperation, Food Science, Biotechnology, Basic and allied sciences, etc. under 10+2+5 or 10+2+4 or 10+6 years degree programmes, (Few seats are also available for candidates having Bachelor degree with 10+2+3 year degree programme) with required OGPA of 6.60/10, 3.25/5, 2.60/4 for General, OBC and UPS categories whereas for SC/ST/PC categories, the said requirement is 5.60/10, 2.75/5, 2.20/4, respectively. In other cases, where grade-points are not awarded and only marks are awarded, the candidate must have secured at least 60% marks for General, OBC and UPS categories whereas for SC/ST/PC, the requirement is 50% marks. (Equivalence between OGPA and % marks will not be acceptable). The in-service candidates, seeking admission in ICAR Deemed-to-be-Universities, should see their respective website.
3.2.3. For SRF (PGS)-2014: The candidates must have passed Master’s Degree programme in the concerned discipline securing Overall Grade Point Average of at least 6.50/10.00 scale, 3.25/5.00 scale, 2.60/4.00 scale for General and OBC Categories and 5.50/10.00, 2.75/5.00, 2.20/4.00 scale for SC/ST/PC candidates, respectively. In other cases, where grade-points are not awarded and only marks are awarded, the candidate must have secured at least 60% marks for General/OBC Category. For SC/ST/PC candidates, the minimum percentage of marks will be 50%. The equivalence of OGPA to percent marks, where needed, will be certified by the Registrar of the concerned university and must be produced by the candidates. Candidates in the final semester would also be eligible provided they complete the Postgraduate degree in all respects by the date of examination and produce the degree completion certificate from the Registrar to this effect. The candidates who have already joined PhD should not have completed two years as on the date of examination. The above condition will also apply to in-service candidates.
4. Cost of Information Bulletin with Application Form:
AIEEA-UG-2014 : `500/- for General, OBC and UPS categories and ` 250/- for SC, ST and PC categories.
AIEEA-PG-2014 : ` 600/- for General, OBC and UPS categories and ` 300/- for SC, ST and PC categories.
SRF (PGS)-2014 : The Information Bulletin along with Application Form and other details will be available on ICAR website (www.icar.org.in) and a fee of `1200/- for General/OBC and `600/- for SC/ST and PC categories shall have to be deposited while submitting the application Online.
In addition, `25/- per Bulletin would be charged in case of UG and PG as handling charges plus service tax, as applicable, in case of purchase against cash (from the Registrars of Ag. Univ/specified branches of Syndicate Bank at specified places as given on ICAR website). The forms can also be obtained from eight specified ICAR Institutions by depositing DD.
To get the details regarding Information Bulletin with Application form and On Line Application, visit ICAR website www.icar.org.in
The last date for the receipt of Applications in the office of “Controller of Examinations (Education), Room No. 216, ICAR, Krishi Anusandhan Bhavan-II, Pusa, New Delhi–110012" for UG, PG and SRF (PGS) examinations is 07th Feb., 2014. However, for UG and PG candidates belonging to certain remote areas like NE Region, J&K, Lahaul & Spiti district and Pangi Sub-division of Chamba district of H. P., A&N Island and Lakshadweep, the last date for receipt of applications, both through offline and online mode (hard copy of the computer generated confirmation pages of application) will be 14th February, 2014. The last date to receive the hard copy of the computer generated confirmation pages of application form from SRF (PGS) candidates will also be 14th Feb., 2014. Applications received after the last date shall be rejected and Education Division, ICAR will not be responsible for non-receipt of application within the time schedule due to postal delay or any other reasons. It is the sole responsibility of the candidate to check his/her eligibility for admission before applying. ICAR will not be held responsible for refusing admission to any non-eligible candidate at the time of Counseling (UG and PG) or later. All disputes relating to the conduct of these examinations or any matter connected with this advertisement shall be in the jurisdiction of DELHI COURT only.
For Online Application and downloading Information Bulletin visit www.icar.org.in

Monday, December 23, 2013

JRF at Kalasalingam University


Applications are invited from interested candidates for the post of one Junior Research Fellow / Project Fellow on a purely temporary basis in a time bound research project (3 years) sponsored by Science and Engineering Research Board, Government of India, New Delhi.
Name of the fellowship: Junior Research Fellow (JRF) / Project Fellow
Title of the project: Genome-wide Mapping of Murine Specific Dengue T-cell Epitopes: Computational Prediction, Identification and use as Candidate Vaccines
Duration: 3 years
Fellowship: Rs. 18,000 for first 2 years and Rs. 20,000 for 3rdyear (for M.Tech. candidates)
Rs. 16,000 for first 2 years and Rs. 18,000 for 3rdyear (for M.Sc. candidates with NET qualification)
Rs. 8,000 for first 2 years and Rs. 10,000 for 3rdyear (for M.Sc. candidates without NET qualification)
Qualifications: M.Tech. in Biotechnology / M.Sc. in any branch of Life Sciences
Desirable Experience: Minimum of two years research experience in any of the following areas: Immunology / Microbiology / Gene Manipulation / Bioinformatics
Interested and eligible candidates may apply with their resume along with relevant documents and a passport size photograph to the Principal Investigator by post (or e-mail) on or before December 31, 2013. Only short listed candidates will be called for written test and/or interview. Selected candidate may register for PhD in Kalasalingam University. No TA/DA will be paid for attending interview.
Dr. K. Sundar
Principal Investigator (SERB Project)
Department of Biotechnology
Kalasalingam University
Krishnankoil – 626126, Tamil Nadu

sundarkr@klu.ac.in

Friday, December 20, 2013

JRF at Karnatak University

KARNATAK UNIVERSITY
Dharwad-580 003 Karnataka

Applications are invited from highly promising and ambitious candidates for the post of JRF in the DST-UKIERI funded project entitled “Conjugation of wild silk proteins with polymer brushes for Biomedical Applications”. The project is a joint collaboration program between Department of Biotechnology and Microbiology, Karnatak University and School of Engineering and Materials Science, Queen Mary University of London, under the UK India Education Research Initiative. The selected candidate will be expected to carry out part of research work at Queen Mary University of London during the tenure of the project.

Essential Qualification : M. Sc in any life science subject with NET/GATE/SLET

Desirable : The candidate is expected to have Knowledge of  Polymer chemistry and research experience in Biomaterials

Consolidated monthly : Rs.16,000 p.m + 10% HRA

Emoluments
Project duration : Two years

Eligible candidates should apply with CV and testimonial to Dr.V.Shyam Kumar, Principal Investigator, applications through E-mail are encouraged and should reach on or before 26th December 2013. Shortlisted candidates will be intimated for interview through E-mail or phone.

No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview. Please contact the Principal Investigator for the technical details of the project.

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Thursday, December 19, 2013

SRF at NBRI

CSIR-NATIONAL BOTANICAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE
Rana Pratap Marg, Lucknow-226001

WALK IN INTERVIEW No. 21/2013

Eligible & interested candidates are invited for interview for the purely temporary positions in the area of Plant Microbe Interactions under the sponsored projects tenable at CSIR-NBRI:-

Research Associate

Essential Qualifications Ph.D. in Microbiology/ Biochemistry /Biotechnology.

Senior Project Fellow

Essential Qualifications Ist Class M.Sc in Microbiology/ Biochemistry /Biotechnology and should have completed at least 2 years post M.Sc research experience and one publication in SCI Journal.

Project Fellow/Project Assistant Level II

Essential Qualifications For Project Fellow: M.Sc in Microbiology/ Biochemistry /Biotechnology with CSIR UGC-NET- JRF/LS qualifications or B.Tech in Biotechnology with CSIR UGC-NET- JRF/LS qualifications.

For PA Level II: 1st class M.Sc. in any one of the above subjects or 1st Class B.Tech in Biotechnology.

Desirable for all above positions

Experience in techniques related to plant microbe interactions, chromatography including HPLC, GC-MS and NmR spectrometry.

STIPEND

For Research Associate: Rs.22000/- + HRA
For Senior Project Fellow: Rs.18000/-+ HRA
For Project Fellow: Rs.16000/-p.m.+ HRA.
For Project Assistant Level II: Rs. 12000/- p.m. Consolidated

Date & Venue of Interview

On 23-12-2013 at 11.30 A.M. at Conference Room, T.N. Khoshoo Block, NBRI, Lucknow

TERMS & CONDITIONS:

a) Upper age limit not exceeding 35 years for Research Associate,32 years for SPF and 28 years for Project Fellow /Project Assistant Level II as on the date of interview. Age relaxation for SC/ST /OBC candidates as per GOI/CSIR Rules.
b) The Application form will be provided at the venue on the date. However, candidates may download the application form in advance from the website www.nbri.res.in. At the time of interview candidates should bring one latest photograph, attested copy of certificates of examinations passed (starting from matriculation), certificate indicating date of birth, caste certificate (in case of SC/ST/OBC) and experience certificate, etc. Tentative mark sheets/certificates and 'result awaited' will not be considered. All eligible candidates are requested to be present at the venue on the said date 30 minutes before the scheduled time for necessary formalities.
c) Mode of Selection: Through Interview. However, if large number of candidates turns up, a Screening test comprising of multiple choice objective questions will be held for short listing the candidates for interview. The short listed candidates will be interviewed by the Selection Committee and, based on the performance in the interview; a panel of recommended candidates will be formed. The panel shall be utilized as and when the requirement arises in the projects in the relevant field/area. Candidates have the option to interact in Hindi/English before the committee.
d) The positions are purely temporary on contract basis and co- terminus with the sponsored projects. Further the above stipend(s) is tentative and the same will be finally decided based on the availability of funds in the relevant sponsored projects.
e) To avoid any inconvenience, only those candidates who strictly fulfill the eligibility criteria and possess the degree/mark sheet in the aforesaid subjects should turn up for floating interview

No TA/DA will be admissible.

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Wednesday, December 18, 2013

JRF at GITAM

GITAM INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
GITAM UNIVERSITY

(Declared as deemed-to-be-University u/s 3of the UGC Act,1956)
Gandhinagar Campus, Rushikonda, Visakhapatnam-530 045, A.P

Applications are invited for the post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) to work in the research project entitled “ Statistical Experimental Design based Modelling and Optimization of Physico-Chemical, Nutritional Parameters and Bioreactor type for Production of Citric Acid and other Commercially important Metabolites from Mahuaflower (MadhucaIndica) by using Mutant Strains of Aspergillus niger” funded by Science And Engineering Research Board (SERB) , Department of Science and Technology (DST), Govt. of India.

Junior Research Fellow (01)

Duration 4 years

Fellowship
Rs.12,000 per month +20% HRA for the first two years and
Rs. 14,000 per month + 20% HRA for third and fourth years.

Educational Qualification M.Tech / MS in Biotechnology or Chemical Engineering from a recognized University with 60 % of marks.

Desirable: Candidate with experience in Fermentation and Microbial cell culture.

Eligible candidates should submit their resume along with copies of certificates by post or by e-mail to the following address.

R.Gopinadh
Principal Investigator
Department of Biotechnology,
GITAM Institute of Technology (GIT),
GITAM University
Visakhapatnam – 530 045
Mail Id: rgnadh9@yahoo.com
Phone: 09866264077

Last date for receipt of applications: 31st December 2013.

No TA/DA will be paid to attend the interview.
Selected candidates will be called for interview at a later date, which will be notified by email/ phone.

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Tuesday, December 17, 2013

SRF at New Delhi

Division of Vegetable Science
Indian Agricultural Research Institute
NEW DELHI-110 012

Walk-in-Interview

The Head, Division of Vegetable Science, IARI, New Delhi intends to recruit 1 post of Post-Doctoral Fellow and 4 posts of Senior Research Fellow under the programme mentioned below purely on contractual/temporary basis.

Dr. Pritam Kalia
Institute Challenge Programme on Hybrid Development in Important Vegetable Crops

Post Doctoral Fellow

Essential: Ph.D. degree in Vegetable Science/Horticulture/Plant Breeding & Genetics/Plant Biotechnology/Life Sciences/ Botany/Plant Sciences with research work related to breeding/Molecular breeding/ Transformation in vegetable crops. NET qualified and knowledge/Experience in application of molecular markers for marker assisted selection.

Desirable: Knowledge/experience in transformation techniques and PCR based molecular techniques; working experience in Computer Applications.

Dr. T.K. Behera
Project Title: “ DUS testing in bottle gourd, cucumber, bitter gourd and pumpkin”- Funded by PPV&FRA.

Senior Research Fellow

Essential: M.Sc. in Veg. Science/Hort./ Plant Breeding/ Life Sciences/Botany/Plant Sciences with research work related to vegetable breeding.

Desirable: NET qualified. Knowledge of morphological characterization in vegetable crops.

Dr. Pritam Kalia
Project Title: DBT Project on “‘Or’ gene intro-gression……… ..in Indian Cauliflower”.

Senior Research Fellows

Essential: M.Sc. degree in Vegetable Science/Olericulture/ Horticulture/Plant Breeding and Genetics/Botany/Seed Science/Plant Science with research work related to breeding/production technology of vegetable crops.

Desirable: Experience of conducting breeding trials and handling breeding segregating generation in vegetable crops/molecular markers. Working experience in Computer Applications. NET qualifications.

Dr. Pritam Kalia
Project Title: “ DUS testing in Cauliflower

Senior Research Fellow

Essential:
M.Sc. in Veg. Science/Hort./Agriculture/Plant Breeding/ Life Sciences/Botany/Plant Sciences with research work related to vegetable crops.

Desirable: NET qualified. Knowledge of morphological characterization in vegetable breeding.

Eligible candidates may appear for interview on Thursday, the 9th  January, 2014 at 10.00 A.M. along with application form.

Venue: Head’s Chamber, Division of Vegetable Science, IARI, New Delhi-110 012.
Bring original and attested copies of all the certificates along with detailed bio-data and one recent passport size colour photograph. No TA/DA will be paid.

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Monday, December 16, 2013

JRF

DEPARTMENT OF AGRONOMY: COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE

G.B.Pant University of Agri. & Tech., Pantnagar-263 145

Uttarakhand

Applications are invited for the award of JRF on consolidated fellowship of Rs. 5760/- per month under the project entitled - Bio-efficacy studies of signal compound based product REVV in Wheat.

Applicants possessing B.Sc. (Ag) /B.Sc. may apply on plain paper with following information to the Head. Department of Agronomy before/up to 19/12/2013 at 5.00 P.M.

Candidates fulfilling the qualification should appear for interview on December 20, 2013 at 3.00 P.M. in the Office of the Principal Investigator (Dr Rajeew Kumar. J.RO Agronomy) in the Department of Agronomy. No separate interview letters will be issued and no TA/DA will be paid for appearing in the interview.

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Friday, December 6, 2013

JRF


JRF Position in DST-sponsored project
Applications are invited for one Junior Research Fellow (Rs. 12,000 + HRA) in DST-sponsored research project entitled “Investigations on cell intrinsic and extrinsic factors involved in age- and disease- induced senescence of endothelial progenitor cells” for three years.
Interested candidates who have M.Sc. or equivalent degree with at least 55% marks and NET (LS) or GATE qualification may send their CV to the undersigned on or before 10th Dec, 2013 by post/e-mail.
Note: The selected candidate shall be eligible for HRA as per the University Rules.
No TA / DA shall be paid for attending the interview
Dr. Savneet Kaur
Principal Investigator
School of Biotechnology
Gautam Buddha University
Greater Noida-201312 (UP)
Email: savykaur@gmail.com
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Thursday, December 5, 2013

JRF


Research positions
Applications are invited for the following research positions available at Division of Clinical Embryology, Manipal.
Research Assistant (RA)
‘Effect of biotin supplementation to sperm wash media on  the enhancement of sperm function and pregnancy outcome  in intrauterine insemination programme’- funded by ICMR
3 years
24,300/ per month
Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Effect of antituberculosis drugs on the gamete functional physiology, fertility potential and pre-implantation embryo developmental potential in mouse- funded by ICMR
3 years
16,000/ per month + 10% HRA
Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Repeated superovulation induced changes in the oocytes, embryos and somatic cells- funded by DST
3 years
12,000/ per month + 15% HRA
Candidates with NET qualification and M.Sc. in Biological sciences (Biotechnology/ Bioscience/Biochemistry/Reproductive biology/Zoology) with minimum 65% marks with consistently good academic record. The candidates 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, name of three referees, etc. should be sent to the following address before 20th of December 2013.
The Dean, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, Manipal University, Manipal-576 104
Deserving candidate will have an opportunity for Ph.D. registration at Manipal University.
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Tuesday, December 3, 2013

JRF


WALK- IN-INTERVIEW FOR THE POST OF JRF
Venue: CIFT, Matsyapuri P.O., Cochin 
Date of Interview: 05-12-2013  Time: 10.00 am
Eligible candidates are invited to attend a walk-in-Interview with all relevant documents for (one) position of Jr. Research Fellow (on contractual basis) to work in the project “Food safety interventions for women in fishery based micro-enterprises in coastal Kerala” funded by DST, Govt. of India.   The duration of the project is two years.
Jr. Research Fellow – 1 (post)
Fellowship:   Rs. 12,000/- pm (consolidated) + 20 % HRA
Qualification: MFSC/MSC in Industrial Fisheries/MSc Marine Biology/Msc Food Science/Msc    Microbiology.
Desirable: Knowledge in statistical analysis, NET qualified.
Terms & Conditions:
1. Registration will begin at 8.30 a.m and will close at 11.30 am
2. Age limit (as on 5.12.2013) :  Below 35 years for men and 40 years for women.
3. Age relaxation of 3 year for OBC candidates and 5 years for SC/ST candidates is permissible.
4. Candidate must be willing to travel widely.
5. Candidates are required to submit self-attested copies of all the Certificates in support of their claims regarding age, educational qualifications, scheduled caste/scheduled tribe/OBC etc.  The original certificates shall be produced for verification before the interview.
6. Candidates should bring detailed bio-data affixing a recent passport size photograph.
7. The selected candidate will be recruited on contract basis under ICAR norms.  The post is purely temporary and is co-terminus with the project.
8. The candidates attending the interview should ensure that they fulfil all the eligibility conditions. No correspondence will be entertained from the candidates for selection/test/appointment.
9. No TA/DA will be paid to attend the interview.
10. Canvassing in any form will render the candidate disqualified for the post.
11. The Director’s decision will be final and binding in all aspects regarding the selection to the post.

Monday, December 2, 2013

office assistant and JRF

Walk in interview on 16-12-2013
A walk-in interview will be held for
1) Office Assistant: One post in the NFBSFARA project on "Phenomics of moisture deficit and low temperature stress tolerance in rice" (Duration: Till DEC, 2015)
2) Junior Research Fellow (JRF): One post in the DBT BioCARE project on "Genetic modification of cytokinin levels to enhance root system architecture and source-sink relationship for improving drought tolerance of rice" (Duration: From Nov 2013 to Nov 2016; PI, Dr. Preeti Kaur; Mentor: Dr. Viswanathan Chinnusamy).
Candidates interested in research with the qualifications given in the following table may report for interview at 10:00 A.M. on 16-12-2013 (Monday) in Committee Room, Division of Plant Physiology, IARI, Pusa campus, New Delhi 110 012.
Office Assistant (One Post)
Rupees 15000/- (Consolidated)
Essential: Post Graduate degree in Life Sciences/Biotechnology/ Bioinformatics/ Plant Physiology/ Genetics/Plant Breeding/Botany with at least 60% marks.
Job duties: Help the Principal Investigator in day-to-day project coordination work, Phenomics data entry, management of phenomics database, bioinformatics analysis and research work as assigned by the PI
Junior Research Fellow (One Post)
Rs. 16000 + 30% HRA per month for the first two year of the project.
Rs. 18000 + 30% HRA per month after second year.
Essential: Post Graduate degree with NET (Life Sciences/ Biotechnology/ Plant Physiology/ Genetics/ Plant Breeding/Botany or relevant biological Sciences)
OR
Professional courses in the biological sciences with GATE
Desirable: Experience in basic molecular biological techniques, gene cloning, Agrobacterium-mediated genetic transformation of plants.
Job duties: To clone tissue specific and stress inducible promoters, development of gene constructs for overexpression and RNAi/TALEN gene silencing,
Agrobacterium-mediated genetic transformation, Physiological and molecular analysis of rice transgenics, and any other project related work assigned by the PI/Mentor
 Candidate should report by 9:30 AM on 16-12-2013 for verification of Certificates (must bring original).
 Candidate should bring five copies of their Bio-data, project work report/thesis, and original certificates/testimonials at the time of interview.
 No objection Certificate from the current employer is required, if working.
 Biodata should contain Academic qualifications starting from 10th Standard. It should also contain the details of experience and an abstract of research work carried out by the candidate.
Terms and Conditions:
1) The above post is purely temporary and will be filled on contractual basis for an initial period of one year, which may be extended on yearly basis after satisfactory performance of the incumbent till termination of the scheme. There is no provision of re-engagement after termination of scheme. Selected candidate shall not claim for regular appointment at this institute as the fellowship is co-terminus with respective scheme.
2) Age limit: 30 years.
3) Age relaxation: of 5 years to SC/ST & women candidates and 3 years for OBC candidates will be given.
4) TA/DA: No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
5) No hostel or other accommodation will be provided by the Institute 6) Applicant may email their resume in advance to Dr. Viswanathan Chinnusamy, Head of division of plant physiology, IARI, New Delhi-12; E-mail: phenomics.icar@gmail.com
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Sunday, December 1, 2013

RA/SRF/JRF


SCHOOL OF BIOTECHNOLOGY
JAWAHARALAL NEHRU UNIVERSITY
Applications were invited for RA/SRF/JRF position in CSIR sponsored project
Qualifications: Masters/PhD degree in Biophysics/Biochemistry preferably experienced in working with microorganisms.
Fellowship: As per CSIR norms. Preferably NET qualified.
Tenure: The selected candidate will be appointed on purely temporary basis initially for a period of One year or till his/her service are required by the Project Director or till the validity of the project, whichever is earlier.
Short listed candidates will be required to attend an interview in JNU at their own cost. No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
The applications should be sent to the below e-mail ids only before 6th December, 2013.
E-mail: recruit.rkb@gmail.com
nirupamaban@yahoo.com

RA and JRF


NATIONAL CENTRE FOR CELL SCIENCE, PUNE
(An autonomous Institution of the Department of Biotechnology, Government of India)
NCCS Complex, Pune University Campus, Ganeshkhind, Pune - 411007, Maharashtra
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The interview program for the following temporary project posts tenable at NCCS, Pune.
01-RA Research Associate (One Post)
“The NASI-Senior Scientist Platinum Jubilee Fellowship” under supervision of Dr. G. C. Mishra, NASI Senior Scientist
35 Years
Essential: Ph.D. in any branch of life science or M.D./M.S./M.D.S. or M.V.Sc with three years of research, teaching experience
Rs. 22,000/- + 20% HRA
Three Years
02- RA Research Associate (One Post)
“Exploring the neurogenic potential of bone marrow stromal cells (BMSCs) following inhibition of Bmp signaling ” under supervision of Dr. Nibedita Lenka, Scientist ‘E’
35 Years
Essential: Ph.D. in any Branch of Life Science or Equivalent Degree. Those who have submitted Ph.D. thesis may also apply.
Desirable: Experience in Mammalian Cell Culture and Developmental Biology, sound knowledge on molecular tools and recent advancements, should have good oral and written communication skill. Candidate having experience on Stem Cells and Animal handling will be preferred.
Rs. 22,000/- + 20% HRA p.m.
Two Years
03- SRF Senior Research Fellow (One Post)
“Studying the effect of oral feeding of nutraceuticals belonging to the class of polyunsaturated fatty acids on hematopoiesis and thrombopoiesis of mice” under supervision of Dr. (Mrs.) L. S. Limaye, Scientist ‘G’
32 Years
Essential: M. Sc. or Equivalent Degree with minimum of 55% marks in any Branch of Life Science and at least two years of post-M.Sc. research experience.
Desirable: Experience in Animal handling and Cell Culture.
Rs. 18,000/- + 20% HRA p.m.
Two Years
04- JRF Junior Research Fellow (One Post)
“Identification and characterization of novel potential biomarkers for breast cancer using gelbased (2-D DIGE) & LC-based (iTRAQ-LCMS/ MS) proteomic approaches and bioinformatics tools” under the supervision of Dr. Srikanth Rapole,
Scientist ‘C’
28 Years
Essential: M. Sc. or Equivalent Degree with minimum of 55% marks in any Branch of Life Science.
Desirable: Experience in clinical research work in the field of proteomics and bioinformatics.
Rs. 12,000/- + 20% HRA for 1st & 2nd Year, Rs. 14,000/- + 20% HRA for 3rd Year.
Two Years and Ten Months
05- PA Project Assistant (One Post))
“Identification and characterization of novel potential biomarkers for breast cancer using gelbased (2-D DIGE) & LC-based (iTRAQ-LCMS/ MS) proteomic approaches and bioinformatics tools” under the supervision of Dr. Srikanth Rapole,
Scientist ‘C’
28 Years
Essential: M.Sc. or Equivalent Degree in any Branch of Life Sciences with minimum of 55% marks.
Desirable: Experience in clinical research work in the field of proteomics and bioinformatics.
Candidate ready to travel many places for collecting clinical samples may be given
preference.
Rs.8,000/- (Fixed)
Two Years and Ten Months
Information & Instruction  Interviews will be conducted as per the serial numbers mentioned herein below:-
DATE POST CODE NO POSITIONS INTERVIEW VENUE 12.12.2013 Sr. Nos. 01-RA, 02- RA & 03-SRF Research Associate, Senior Research Fellow Board Room, 1st Floor, NCCS Complex,
13.12.2013 Sr. Nos. 04-JRF & 05- PA Junior Research Fellow, Project Assistant,
The candidates fulfilling the requirements may attend the interview on the date of interview and they should report at 9.00 am sharp at the address given below:-
NATIONAL CENTRE FOR CELL SCIENCE,
NCCS COMPLEX, PUNE UNIVERSITY CAMPUS,
BEHIND PUNE VIDYAPEETH HIGH SCHOOL, (SHISHU VIHAR)
POST: GANESHKHIND, PUNE – 411 007
Candidates reporting after 9.30 am will not be permitted to attend the interview, which may be noted.
More Info: http://www.nccs.res.in/download-docs/Advt%202013%20pdf.pdf
Addition of SRF postion to advertisement No. Admin/P08/2013.(Advertisement)
Download Registration cum Preference Form
Biodata Form