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BDU National Conference on New Opportunities and Challenges in Microbial Research | 5 & 6 September 2013
National Conference on New Opportunities and Challenges in Microbial Research Date: 5 & 6, September 2013 Organized By Department of Microbiology
Bharathidasan University
Tiruchirappalli - 620 024, Tamil Nadu More Info:www.bdu.ac.in/micrec2013.php

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Opening for a jrf position in Faculty of Life Science and Biotechnology, South Asian University | Freshers can apply

Opening for a jrf position in Faculty of Life Science and Biotechnology, South Asian University, New Delhi

POST : Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
NO. OF VACANCIE(S) : (01)
FELLOWSHIP : Rs. 16,000/- plus HRA
PROJECT DURATION : 2012-2015 (Three years)
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA : M.Sc./M.Tech./B.Tech. in any discipline of Biological sciences /Biotechnology. The candidate should be motivated and also have required skills in molecular biology, genetics and/or genomics. Preference would be given to candidates with research experience in the field of Drosophila genetics.
Applications are invited for the post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) in a DBT funded IYBA project entitled “Generating a protein-ncRNA interactome for dorso-ventral patterning genes in Drosophila” in the Lab. of molecular biology, at the Faculty of Life Sciences and Biotechnology, South Asian University, New Delhi

APPLICATION PROCEDURE : A covering letter along with CV, copy of prior publication(s) (if any) and proof of experience should be e-mailed to lmb_sau@aol.com. Hardcopy of the application should be brought on the day of the interview along with other testimonials and marks statements for verification purpose.

APPLICATION CLOSES ON : Aug 31, 2012

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Advertisement for vacancies in CSIR sponsored project at Thapar University, Patiala

Title of Project : Genetic transformation of selected clones of Populus Deltoides for cellulose enhancement in wood
Position : RA/JRF/SRF (One)
Qualification : RA : Ph.D. in Biotechnology/Botany with specialization in plant genetic manipulations / SRF : M.Sc. Biotechnology/ molecular biology/ Life Sciences with 2 years of relevant research experience evident from the published work / JRF : M.Sc. Biotechnology/ molecular biology/ any area of Life Sciences with CSIR-NET qualified
Stipend and other allowances : AS PER CSIR RULES
Note :

Interested candidates should submit their curriculum vitae with photocopies of all the certificates, testimonials and experience certificates through e-mail, indicating their research interests with names of two referees positively by August 10, 2013.
Only short-listed candidates will be called for interview.
Dr. Anil Kumar
Principal Investigator
CSIR Project
Department of Biotech. and Environmental Sciences
Thapar University PATIALA 147004
E-mail: adatta@thapar.edu

Deadline : 10.08.13

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Apply for SRF position in "Cancer Research Program" at NII, New Delhi

Applications are invited for the post of Senior Research Fellow for the following time-bound sponsored project as per the details given below:

Project : Cancer Research Program (CRP)
Duration : 21.3.2017
Post Detail : SRF (One Post only)
PI : Dr. Anil K. Suri / Staff Scientist - VII / aks@nii.res.in
Qualifications : M.Sc/M.Tech in Life Science with two years research experience.
Emoluments : Rs. 18,000/- per month + 30% HRA consolidated if NET/GATE Qualified otherwise Rs. 16,000 per month +30% HRA/14,000/- per month plus 30% consolidated HRA.
Job description & Desired Knowledge : Candidates should have experience in molecular biology techniques, Mammalian Cell culture and animal handling.

HOW TO APPLY : Interested candidates may apply directly, STRICTLY IN THE PRESCRIBED FORMAT GIVEN ON WEBSITE, through e-mail, to the Investigator of the project, clearly indicating the name of the project along with their complete C.V., e-mail id, fax numbers, telephone numbers. Only Short listed candidates will be called for interview and they required to submit attested copies of all their certificates and a Demand Draft of Rs 100/- drawn on Canara Bank or Indian Bank payable at Delhi/New Delhi in favour of the Director, NII (SC/ST and PH candidates are exempted subject to submission of documentary proof), at the time of interview.

Deadline : 31.07.13

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National AIDS Research Institute invites applications for Scientist position

National AIDS Research Institute [NARI] was established in October 1992 in Bhosari, Pune on a seven acre plot. The Institute has progressively expanded its activities in various aspects of research on HIV and AIDS through infra-structural development, capacity building & research programmes.

Name of the Post: Scientist

Job description:

The incumbent is required to plan and execute research studies in the field of Molecular Virology/Biology, Microbiology and Immunology.
In addition to its other activities, the Institute is engaged in basic biology research to understand the immunopathogenesis of HIV infection, molecular basis of HIV Drug Resistance, molecular basis of HIV prevention strategy and Molecular diagnosis for HIV.
The incumbent is expected to join a multidisciplinary team of researcher at the Institute, working on projects aimed at control of HIV infection.
The incumbent is also expected to take part in supervision of routine activities for molecular diagnosis in connection with other projects.
He/she is expected to write project proposals for both intramural and extramural funding.
He/she is also expected to participate in training programmes conducted by the Institute as a capacity building exercise.A bright scientist with a proven record of generating and executing research projects, ability to work as a part of the team and innovative thinking will be suitable for this position.
Essential Qualifications & Experience:

First Class Masters Degree in Biotechnology / Molecular Virology/Biology, Microbiology or Immunology from a recognized University or 2nd class M.Sc with Ph.D degree in Biotechnology / Molecular Virology/Biology, Microbiology or Immunology From a Recognized University.
Eight years R & D or teaching experience in the above mentioned subjects in recognized Institute(s) after obtaining essential qualification (i) out which at least 2 years in a Managerial Position to handle R & D projects in a team effectively in a directing capacity.
Desirable Qualifications:

Ph.D in Biotechnology / Molecular Virology/Biology, Microbiology or Immunology from a recognized University.
Additional Post-doctoral research/teaching experience in recognized Institute(s)
Knowledge of Computer Applications.
Age: Not exceeding 45 years for the post of Scientist-D. For age relaxation please refer to original notification given below.

How to apply:

Application forms duly completed in all respects and signed by the applicant should be sent to the Director, National AIDS Research Institute, Plot No. 73, ‘G’ Block, MIDC, Bhosari, Pune - 411 026 on or before the closing date.
Documents to be enclosed with the application form (Copies attested by GazettedOfficer):
Proof of Date of Birth (SSC Board Certificate)

Educational qualification (all Degrees/Diplomas and certificate courses and mark sheet for all years to be enclosed)

Experience (Proof for experiences to be enclosed)
Crossed Indian Postal Order /Demand Draft from any Nationalized Bank for Rs.100/- (Rupees One hundred only) payable to the Director, National Research Institute, Pune. SC/ST, physically handicapped (PH) candidates and women candidates are exempted from the application fee. Fees by IPO/DDs are payable by all other candidates including ICMR employees.

Unsigned/Incomplete application or application without supportive evidence asked for / without fees by IPO/DD, applications received late are liable to be summarily rejected.

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Applications are invited for JRF at Jaypee Institute of Information Technology

Jaypee Institute of Information Technology

Applications are invited for the post of Junior Research Fellow for the following time-bound sponsored project as per the details given below:

Project Title: Development and evaluation of green tea catechins based intravaginal nanoemulsion gel for the treatment of urinary tract infections

Post: JRF (one)

Duration: The project is valid for a period of One and Half years. The selected candidate will be appointed on purely temporary basis initially for a period of one year but likely to be extended depending on the performance, requirement and project validity, whichever is earliest. No TA/DA will be paid to the candidates called for interview.

Emoluments: 18,000/- fixed per month (consolidated)

Essential Qualifications: Post Graduate Degree in Pharmaceutics/Pharmacology/Life Sciences /
Biochemistry / Biotechnology OR Graduate degree in professional courses with GATE qualified.

Preference will be given to CSIR / UGC/ JRF/NET qualified candidates. However, Non- NET qualified candidates can also apply.

Job Description: The project involves development of formulation, antimicrobial studies and working with cell lines.

Applications including a cover letter in the prescribed format should reach to Dr. Shweta Dang, Department of Biotechnology, Jaypee Institute of Information Technology on or before July 20th, 2013. Short listed candidates would be called for interview.

Email: shweta.dang@jiit.ac.in

http://www.jiit.ac.in/

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Walk in Interview At Department of Biotechnology, IIT Kharagpur for SRF position

Applications are invited on plain paper for the following assignment on a purely time bound Project undertaken in the various Departments / Centres / Schools of the Institute.

Project Title : Biotechnology BASED VALUE-ADDITION OF LEAVES, OILSEEDS & CAKES OF NEEM & JATROPHA (BBV)
Reference Number : IIT/SRIC/R/BBV/2013/98 DATED 5th July, 2013
Temporary Position(s) : Walk-in-interview on 18/7/2013 at 11-00 AM in the Department of Biotechnology for the post of Senior Research Fellow
Number of vacancies : 1
Consolidated Compensation : Upto Rs. 18,000/-p.m. ( depending qualification and experience)
Coordinator / PI : Dr. Satyahari Dey, Dept. of Biotechnology
Qualifications & Experience : First class M.Sc. (preferably with First class) In Botany/ Biochemistry/ Microbiology/Chemistry with valid GATE/NET. Preference will be given to those having 2-3 years hands on experience in purification/analysis of bio-molecules (e.g. phenolics, carbohydrates etc) / bioactivity assays.
Relevant Experience : Candidate should send prior intimation with their CV to the email ID sdey@hijli.iitkgp.ernet.in by 17.7.2013 with a subject heading “Walk in interview for SRF ”
Applications may be submitted to :
Administrative Officer (Projects)
Sponsored Research and Industrial Consultancy
Indian Institute of Technology
Kharagpur 721302

Last Date : 18 Jul 2013

http://www.iitkgp.ac.in/

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One temporary position of Project Fellow-I vacant at NISER | Freshers can apply

Applications from Indian nationals for one temporary position of Project Fellow I under the project "A kinomic approach towards understanding of Kinase inhibitors by applying a molecular docking and pathway profiling appraoch its implications for rational design of novel kinase inhibitors" funded by DBT, India in the School of Biological sciences, NISER

Post : Project Fellow-I
Qualification :

A degree having 60% aggregate marks (5% relaxable to SC/ST candidates) in B.Tech/BE with interest in Biological applications or Masters in Computer application/ Bioinformatics/ Life Sciences/ Biotechnology/ Biological sciences with good programming skills.
Candidates with proven experience acquired either during their bachelor/master thesis or research stay in any labs would be preferred.
At least one year experience (in industry or academia) or qualifying CSIR/GATE/any national examinations would be an advantage.
Desirable : Candidate having prior experience in programming skills of Java, PERL, PHP or MySQL shall be preferred.
Job profile : The candidate is expected to design and develop a database.
Fellowship : Rs 12, 000 plus HRA (as per DBT norms).
Age : 28 years as on 05.08.2013, age relaxation to entitled categories as per DBT rules.

Interested candidates should submit an application duly filled in all respect in the pro forma only, as available in page 2 & 3 of this document with recent passport size photograph pasted on it to "The Administrative Officer-III (R&D), NISER, Institute of Physics Campus, Po- Sainik School, Bhubaneswar-751005". Original documents should be produced at the time of interview. The selection will be made on the basis of interview of suitable candidates and date will be communicated to the shortlisted candidate later. Candidates are requested to super scribe the advertisement No. i.e. advertisement No.: NISER/DBT/BL1008/12/2013 and the name of the post on the top of the envelope. In absence of which, it bears the risk of not being considered. Candidates may send soft copy of the application along with complete Bio-data by email to: badireenath@niser.ac.in and copy to adminofficer_iii@niser.ac.in. However, hard copy of the application along with required documents must reach by above mentioned date.

Last Date of Receipt of Application : 05.08.2013

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DST sponsored project at CFTRI has one vacancy for JRF | Freshers can apply
Applications are invited from eligible candidates for 1 [One] position of Junior Research Fellow on a temporary contractual basis in the research project entitled "Production, structure-function studies of neutral / alkaline bacterial phytase and assessment of potential in de-phytinization of oil-cake rich animal feed" (GAP-0431), funded by Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India, New Delhi, tenable at Department of Protein Chemistry and Technology, CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI), Mysore, Karnataka.

Post : JRF
Essential Qualification : First Class M.Sc. in Biotechnology / Biochemistry / Microbiology / molecular biology / Biophysics with good academic records and have qualified for lectureship in National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by CSIR-UGC.
Emoluments : Rs.12,000/- per month for first two years and Rs.14,000/- per month in the 3rd year plus HRA as per DST/CSIR Rules.
Terms & Conditions :

Candidates should not have exceeded 28 years of age as on 31-07-2013 i.e. the last date of receipt of applications for the post. Age limit relaxable for statutory groups and women as per rule.
The engagement of JRF is exclusively for the above mentioned project.
The engagement will be contractual and on purely temporary basis in the project funded by DST, Govt. of India for a maximum period of three years and is co-terminus with the project, if the project terminates earlier.
The engagement under externally funded project does not confer any right/claim whatsoever either explicitly or implicitly on the appointee for regular appointment in CSIR/CFTRI, against any post or otherwise under any legal conditions precedent.
No TA/DA will be given to the candidates for attending the interview.
Eligible candidates may send their complete Bio-data with e-mail address/contact phone number along with attested copies of the necessary certificates addressed to Dr. Mukesh Kapoor, Scientist and Principal Investigator (email: mkapoor@cftri.res.in) Department of Protein Chemistry and Technology, CSIR-CFTRI, Mysore- 570 020 on or before 31-07-2013.

Deadline : 31.07.13

http://www.cftri.com/

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VIT BioDownstream Technology Course 2013 | 30th Sept – 4th Oct 2013

BioDownstream Technology Course 2013 30th Sept – 4th Oct 2013 Organisers Centre for Bioseparation Technology (CBST),
VIT University, Vellore, Tamil Nadu

Who should attend
People from industry engaged in downstream processing, and academic members who want to increase their theoretical and practical knowledge of modern downstream processing.

Participants will receive:
• Extensive overview of the current state of the art in downstream processing of biomacromolecules.
• Theoretical aspects of commonly applied techniques including chromatography, precipitation, liquid-liquid extraction, ultrafiltration, and crystallization. Special topic will be on the scale-up of each technique.
• Features of specific groups of biomacromolecules especially, monoclonal antibodies, DNA, and viruses.
• Modern in-process analytics.
• Downstream process design based on collected results.
• Confronting opinions of participants, experts from industry and academia.

Registration
• There is INR 15000 /- fee for BTC-India which includes participation in lectures and hands-on training, workshop materials, coffee and snacks.
• Registrations are open until 10th August, 2013
• Space is limited to 20 participants, so sign-up now! Your registrations will be processed on a first-come-first-serve basis.
• All participants should take care of their travel expenses and accommodation.
• The international participants are also requested to provide a suitable insurance.
• There is INR 2000/- fee for BTC-India to attend only the lectures (no limitation).

For further Information contact:
Prof. M A Vijayalakshmi
Chairman, Director, CBST
VIT University, Vellore – 632014
Tamil Nadu, India
Tel: +91-416-2202375 (O)
Mob: +91-9443311374
Email: indviji@yahoo.com Brochure:www.vit.ac.in/events2013/cbst.pdf

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A walk-in-interview will be held at Department of Genetics and Plant Breeding, Calcutta University for RA post

A walk-in-interview will be held at Department of Genetics and Plant Breeding,Institute of Agricultural Science, University of Calcutta on 26th July, 2013 for the position of Research Fellow in the project entitled “Development of commercially viable heterotic hybrid rice” financed by M/S Mali Agri-tech Pvt. Ltd. under the supervision of Prof. Tapash Dasgupta. The candidates are requested to attend the interview with two copies of Bio-data along with attested copies of the documents and original documents.

Post : Research Fellow
Essential Qualification : M.Sc (Ag) in Genetics and Plant Breeding or M.Sc. in Biotechnology with experience of Rice production
Desirable : Experience in molecular marker technology / Knowledge about hybrid rice
Age : Should not exceed 35 years.
Fellowship : Rs. 8000 per month (Fixed)

Venue : Department of Genetics and Plant Breeding, Institute of Agricultural Science, (Annex Building III) 51/2, Hazra Road, Kolkata – 700019, University of Calcutta
Walk in Interview : 26.07.13

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Teaching post for Professor in Biotechnology stream at Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University

Applications in the prescribed form are invited from the eligible candidates for filling up teaching posts of the Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University, Srikakulam so as to reach the undersigned in person or by post by 4.00 pm on or before 27-07-2013. The filled-in application form and prospectus and instructions to the candidates with the eligibility criteria have to be downloaded from the website www.brau.in

TEACHING POSTS : Group-II SCIENCE
Subject : Biotechnology
Post : Professor
The filled-in application, along with the registration fee of Rs. 500/- (Rupees five hundred only) by way of DD drawn in favour of “The Registrar, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University, Srikakulam” payable at Etcherla be submitted to the undersigned. The Candidates whoever has applied earlier in response to Notification No:01 /Advt 2010 dt 31.12.2010 are required to submit fresh application and updated bio-data.

Note : The University reserves the right to fill or not to fill up any or all the posts without assigning any reasons whatsoever, and call letters for interview will be issued as per rules. Applications received after prescribed date will not be entertained. The University is not responsible for any postal delay.

Deadline : 27.07.13

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Applications are invited from qualified candidates for JRF in DST project at JIPMER

Applications are invited from qualified candidates for the following post under the DST research project.

Project title : “Biomarkers of atherothrombosis, inflammation, endothelial dysfunction, insulin resistance, oxidative stress and associated cardiovascular risk in patients with psoriasis in South Indian population.”
Name of the post : Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
No. of post : One (Temporary)
Duration : Time bound for a period of 1 year (likely to continue beyond 1 year)
Qualifications : M.Sc.(Medical Biochemistry/Biochemistry/Biotechnology/MLT/Life Sciences) who have National Entrance Test (NET) qualification for JRF/Lectureship OR B.Tech.(Biotechnology)/M.Tech.(Biotechnology) who have GATE or equivalent qualification
Emoluments : As per rules of DST, New Delhi
Age limit : Upper age limit 28 years. Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PH and women candidates will be extended as per DST rules.
Principal Investigator:
Dr. Medha Rajappa,
Assistant Professor,
Department of Biochemistry,
JIPMER, Puducherry- 605 006.
E- mail: linkmedha@gmail.com

Walk in Interview : 06.08.13