Scientist-D

NATIONAL AIDS RESEARCH INSTITUTE
(Indian Council of Medical Research)
(An Autonomous Unit Under Govt. of India,
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare)
Plot No. 73, ‘G’ Block, MIDC, Bhosari, PUNE – 411 026.

Application are invited in the prescribed format upto 10/08/2013 for the following posts at the National AIDS Research Institute, Pune

(A) Scientist-D (Molecular Virology) Pay Band PB-3 Rs 15600-39100 + GP Rs.7600/- 1 Post

Essential Qualifications & Experience

(i) 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.

(ii) 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:

(i) Ph.D in Biotechnology / Molecular Virology/Biology, Microbiology or  Immunology from a recognized University.
(ii) Additional Post-doctoral research/teaching experience in recognized Institute(s)

(iii) Knowledge of Computer Applications.

Job. Requirements : 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.

The detailed description of the various projects undertaken by NARI can be found on the website (www.nari-icmr.res.in). The person with original thinking and aptitude for independent research will be preferred.

(B) Scientist-C (Clinical Science) Pay Band PB-3 of Rs.15600-39100 plus Grade Pay Rs. 6600.- 1Post

Essential Qualification & Experience:
1.  MBBS degree recognized by MCI
2.  Four years R&D or teaching experience in Internal Medicine/ Surgery/ PSM/ Obstetrics & Gynecology/ Chest & TB/Skin &VD after obtaining essential qualification (i) above.

Desirable Qualifications:
1.  Doctorate degree M.D in Internal Medicine/Obstetrics & Gynecology/Chest &
TB/Skin & VD from a recognized university.
2. Additional research/teaching experience in recognized Institute (s).
3. Knowledge of Computer Applications.

Job Requirements: In addition to its other activities NARI is also conducting clinical research with an objective of optimizing Anti-Retroviral Therapy and HIV prevention strategy. The incumbent will be expected to join a multidisciplinary team of researchers conducting controlled clinical trials towards achieving these goals. The work would involve development of new scientific proposals, implementation of clinical trial protocols, patient care and ensuring compliance with ethical and regulatory requirements. NARI (ICMR) is looking for a scientist with enthusiasm for research and commitment for betterment of human health through research and patient care.

Age: Not exceeding 45 years for the post of Scientist-D and 40 years for the post of Scientist-C. Relaxable up to 5 years for Government servants and for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC candidates in accordance with the instructions issued by the Department of Personnel and Training from time to time in this regard. However, the prescribed age may be further relaxed in exceptional cases for experienced & qualified candidates.

One time age relaxation is also allowed to Scientific and Technical staff working in long term projects in ICMR Institutes/Centres for posts advertised under HRSC, 2007 provided they meet essential qualifications and experience for the post with a view to provide them opportunity to compete with other candidates as per Council’s letter No.6/1/2007-Admn. II dated 28.03.2011.

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