Monday, May 25, 2015

Senior Technology officer


Advt. No.2/2015
Recruitment for Senior Technology officer and Research Associate positions
Regional Centre for Biotechnology invites applications from suitably qualified, dynamic, result oriented and dedicated candidates for the following positions on contractual basis with consolidated emoluments under “Inter-Institutional Program for Maternal, Neonatal and Infant Sciences: A translational approach to studying preterm birth”.
Preterm birth is one of the major global public health problems and it is the single largest cause of neonatal deaths. India contributes the highest number of preterm birth and deaths worldwide (~25%). From a clinical perspective, it is of paramount importance to understand the molecular processes involved in preterm birth for early prediction, or prevention of preterm birth.
RCB will lead the proteomics component of preterm birth project. We will be investigating the proteomics alterations that occur at different stages of pregnancy, identify the proteins that are associated with preterm birth and an integrative analysis of genomic and proteomic alterations in order to identify physiological and molecular pathway mechanisms that are altered in relation to preterm birth. The longterm goal for this project is to identify the biomarkers relevant for early prediction of preterm birth or future target molecule for drug discovery.
RCB has integrated proteomics platform comprising of Triple-TOF 5600 Mass Spectrometry system (ABSciex) and MALDI-TOF/TOF 5800 System (ABSciex), with high-end computing facility.
1. Senior Technology Officer
Consolidated emoluments Rs 55000.00
Essential: Ph.D. in Natural Sciences, minimum 60% marks in M.Sc. or equivalent degree and below 35 years of age.
Desirable: Candidate must have an experience in handling Mass Spectrometry system. Experience at the PhD level in Chemistry/Biochemistry /Proteomics with a strong motivation in research career is highly desirable. Strong PhD level training with proteins chemistry, protein purification and statistical analysis of proteomics. Either/ both qualifications should be substantiated by published papers.
Title of the project Inter-Institutional Program for Maternal, Neonatal and Infant Sciences: A translational approach to studying preterm birth. Principal Investigators: Dr. Dinakar M. Salunke Dr. Tushar K Maiti
2. Research Associate
Consolidated emoluments Rs.22000/- + H.R.A. pm
Essential: Ph.D. in Natural Sciences, minimum 60% marks in M.Sc or equivalent degree and below 35 years of age.
Desirable: Prior experience at the PhD level in Chemistry/Biochemistry/Proteomics with a strong motivation for a career in research is highly desirable. Strong PhD level training with proteins chemistry, protein purification and statistical analysis of proteomics will be preferred. Either/ both qualifications should be substantiated by published papers.
Title of the project Inter-Institutional Program for Maternal, Neonatal and Infant Sciences: A translational approach to studying preterm birth. Principal Investigators: Dr. Dinakar M. Salunke Dr. Tushar K Maiti
Applicants may apply along with the requisite documents (attested copies) pertaining to proof of date of birth, academic/professional qualifications, experience (if any), in the prescribed format available on our websites: www.rcb.res.in and www.rcb.ac.in
Applications should be sent to the Registrar, Regional Centre for Biotechnology, NCR Biotech Science Cluster, 3 rd Milestone Faridabad-Gurgaon Expressway, Faridabad 121001, Haryana, India, through Registered Post on or before June 05, 2015. A soft copy of the application should be sent by email to registrar@rcb.res.in. I
ncomplete applications or applications received after June 05, 2015 will not be entertained.
OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS 1. Appointment will be made on a contract initially for 1 year and may be extended based on annual evaluation until completion of the project. 2. All educational, professional and technical qualifications should be from a recognized Board / University. 3. Canvassing in any form will be a disqualification. 4. Other facilities as per rules of the Centre 5. Mere fulfilment of the minimum prescribed qualification and experience will not vest any right on a candidate for being called for interview. Only the candidates short listed by a duly constituted Screening Committee will be called for interview. In case a large number of applications are received for each post, the Screening Committee may limit the number of candidates to those possessing higher qualification or alternatively may arrange written screening tests for short-listing the candidates. The decision of the Centre in this regard will be final. No interim inquiries in this regard will be entertained.

Saturday, May 23, 2015

Laboratory – Officer


Thyrocare India
D-37/1, MIDC, Turbhe, Opp. Sandoz,
Navi Mumbai - 400 703
Laboratory – Officer
Job Code: LAB-002
Vacancies: 1
Location: Navi Mumbai
Job Summary
    • Responsible for defining the practice of specimen identification, collection, transportation, processing and reporting.
    • Should have knowledge about one or more of these areas : Analytical technologies / Bio immunoassays / Mass spectrometry/ Sequencing.
    • Responsible for analyzing samples received in the laboratory and determine the physical, chemical, and bacteriologic components.
    • Records all finding for reference and reporting purposes.
    • Using good laboratory practice to prevent cross contamination and inaccurate results.
    • Interpreting data and adhering to strict guidelines on documentation when recording data.
    • Reporting scientific results in prescribed/approved formats.
    • Using a range of analytical techniques, instrumentation and software.
    • To ensure specimen reporting is carried out in least possible TAT
    • Working collaboratively in cross-functional teams.
      Skill Requirements
    • Should be qualified as PhD in Biochemistry.
    • Smart, good communication, self-motivated with good leadership skills is essential to lead this project
    • Ability to outline, write and review meaningful and crisp SOP for all processes
    • Have a logical mind and a methodical approach to work.
    • Should constantly enrich his knowledge and experience in the field of Biochemistry bring fresh technologies and techniques in the department
    • Be able to keep meticulous records of specimen result in pattern and format defined.
Qualification Ph.D. : Biochemistry
Apply : https://www.thyrocare.com/recent_opening.aspx

Thursday, May 21, 2015

Research Officer


Centre for Info Bio Technology (CIBTech)
A 163, Dr. Rajendra Prasad Nagar, 200 Feet Road, Jaipur, P.O. Mansarowar
Jaipur, Rajasthan 302020
Job Title: Research Officer
Number of Vacancies: One-Two
Qualification: 10+2 (Maths and Bio) + M.Sc. (Biotech/Life Sciences) + Ph.D.
Desired Profile:
      Personal
  • Proactive, Energetic, Creative with Strong Research Aptitude.
  • Very Good Presentation Skills; Confident enough to deal with any level of scientific authorities of academic and research institutions and companies.
  • Having the zeal to grow and explore the unexplored.
Technical:
  • Well Versed with Advanced Techniques in Biotechnology and Bioinformatics.
  • MSOffice; Hands on knowledge of Advanced Statistics' Softwares, Internet Surfing.
Experience: 1-3 years of research and relevant experience.
Mode of Application and Selection:
  • Document Submission: E-Mail your CV (Word/PDF format) along with a covering letter, a scanned passport size coloured photo (pasted on top right side of your CV), clearly highlighting your skills relevant to the job.
  • Plan: Must Submit a strong summarized work plan (for the development of the organization) between 120-150 words while applying for the post.
  • Interview: After scrutinizing the applications the name of the sort listed candidates for the interview will be uploaded in our website(www.cibtech.org/Career.htm).  The candidate will be called for interview- first telephonic and then followed by personal one. Candidate must have some strong plans/strategies at the time of personal interview. No travel expenses will be given to the candidate for the interview.
Job Responsibilities:
  • Develop and Maintain professional and systematic communication with the scientific persons world over to promote our Research organization.
  • Groom your research skills by preparing industry oriented or innovative projects.
  • You have to design the marketing/scientific strategies to promote our Research Centre.
  • Communication and relation building with the scientific institutes and colleges and biotech companies via promoting indiabiotech.in.
  • Designing and executing admission strategies at the centre so that research and training work could go on throughout the year.
  • Supervising the Training and Research activities at the centre.
  • Candidate must have his/her own vehicle. Conveyance charges will be provided for outdoor activities.

Wednesday, May 20, 2015

Scientist-H


Department of Biotechnology
Ministry of Science & Technology,
Government of India
New Delhi-110003
Advertisement for the position of Scientist-H at NIAB, Hyderabad
Department of Biotechnology invites applications / nominations from Indian Nationals including nonresident Indians (NRIs) for the one post of ‘Scientist-H’ on Deputation (including short term contract)/Direct Recruitment basis) at National Institute of Animal Biotechnology (NIAB) Hyderabad, an autonomous institute of Department of Biotechnology, Government of India from the distinguished Scientists and visionary academic leaders having outstanding record of research accomplishments to establish strong centre of research to address the problems of livestock. Effective interpersonal and leadership skills and the ability and commitment to work effectively with colleagues as part of interdisciplinary team are required. The details about the Institute are available at www.niab.org.in
The post carries HAG scale of Pay of Rs. 67,000/- (Annual increment @ 3 %) – 79,000/- with usual allowances as per the Government of India Rules.
The applicant should be below 55 years of age (relaxable for exceptional candidates) and should have following essential qualifications & experience:
(i) Ph.D in Veterinary Sciences/Animal Sciences/Modern Biology/Life Sciences or equivalent from a recognized university with a strong track record of research, academic accomplishment in terms of publications and patents and attracting generous research funding.
(ii) Evidence of leadership with 15 years of R&D experience in any one of the NIAB thrust areas related to Veterinary/Animal Sciences.
Applicant of Central Governments/State Governments/Universities/Public Sector Undertaking/Govt. Funded Research Organization/ Institutes/ autonomous bodies etc. can also apply for deputation/absorption subject to fulfilment of following conditions:
(i) Holding analogous post on regular basis; or
(ii) 3 years of regular service in post with Grade Pay of Rs 10,000/- or 5 years in the Grade Pay of Rs 8900/- in the parent cadre/Department and also possess essential qualifications and experience as mentioned above.
Responsibilities: The selected candidate is expected to establish a strong research programme to address the problems of livestock. Lead a group of scientists in the identified areas, establish Centre of Excellence, help the Director in the academic and administrative matters of the Institute and develop an ecosystem for communication, creative thinking and innovation.
General Conditions:
(i) The applicants in Central/State Government organizations / Public Sector Undertakings / Autonomous Organizations must send their applications “Through Proper Channel”. The applications received without the recommendations of the employers will not be considered.
(ii) The date of determining the age limit shall be the closing date for receipt of applications.
(iii) The post will be for five years tenure initially or on attaining the age of superannuation as per Government of India rules, whichever is earlier.
Completed applications strictly in the format given at DBT website: http://dbtindia.nic.in and NIAB website www.niab.org.in with a passport size photograph fixed at the space shown in the format along with testimonials including list of publications indicating impact factors should be sent to Smt. Veena T. Bhatia, Director, Department of Biotechnology, Block-2, CGO complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi-110003 (Email: bhatia.veena@nic.in, Tel. : +91 11 24365972) superscribing the cover with the name of the post applied for within 30 days from the date of publication of advertisement in the Employment news and the closing date for the candidates residing abroad and from Andaman & Nicobar and Lakshadweep Islands, States/Union Territories in the North-Eastern region, Ladakh region of J&K, Sikkim, Sub division Chamba and Lahaul and Spiti districts of Himachal Pradesh will be 45 days.
(This advertisement can be seen also on the http://www.niab.org.in/Notifications_ScientistH.aspx

Tuesday, May 19, 2015

ScientificOfficer /Patent Analyst/Research Officer


India Biosolution Pvt. Ltd.
B. Sc / B.Tech / M.Sc in Biotech / LifeSciences Freshers Required
India Biosolution Pvt. Ltd. Is a leading consultancy company in the field of Biotechnology and Life Sciences. We provide consultancy and manpower for various biotech and life sciences industries/companies and institutes.
ScientificOfficer /Patent Analyst/Research Officer
Job Code: Bio-15
Job Location:  Lucknow, Ghaziabad, Noida
Job Description:  Various scientific positions related to biotechnology and life sciences like Scientific Officer, Patent Analyst, Research Officer, Quality Control Manager etc.
Please send your CV/Resume at indiabiosolution [AT] yahoo.Com giving two references of your faculty members with their designation, contact no. & e-mail ids.
Functional Area:  Biotech
Functional Role:  Fresher
Candidate Requirement
Candidate should have B.Sc / B.Tech / M.Sc in Biotechnology / Life Sciences / Biological Sciences / Zoology / Botany etc. Positions available are only for freshers who are going to pass-out on or before August 2015..
Experience:  Fresher
Qualification:  Graduate in B.Sc with Biological Science, Graduate in B.Sc with Biotechnology, Botany, Zoology, Graduate in B.SC(HONS) with Biotechnology, Graduate in Bachelor of Biotechnology with Biotechnology, Graduate in B TECH with Biotechnology, Graduate in B-TECH with Biotechnology, Graduate in B.E./B.Tech with Biotechnology & Bioinformatics, Graduate in B.E with Biotechnology, Graduate in B.Tech (Hons) with Biotechnology, Graduate in B.Tech (Hons) with Biotechnology & Biochemical Engg., Post Graduate in Bsc Zoology with LifeScience, Graduate in B.Sc with Zoology, Graduate in B.Sc with Food Technology, Graduate in B.Sc with Botany, Post Graduate in M.Sc with Bio Science, Post Graduate in M.Sc with Bio-Chemistry, Post Graduate in M.Sc with Biological Science, Post Graduate in M.Sc with Biology, Post Graduate in M.Sc with Biotechnology, Post Graduate in M.Sc with Biotechnology and Genetics, Post Graduate in M.Sc with Botany, Post Graduate in M.Sc with Zoology, Post Graduate in M.Sc - M.Tech with Biotechnology
Preferred Resume Format:  MS-Word
Compensation Details
Salary:  2.75 Lakh to 3.50 Lakh (Indian Rupees) per annum
India Biosolution Pvt. Ltd.
Dr. P N Tripathi
A-102, 4th Floor, Agrahari Complex,
Sahibabad
Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh

Saturday, May 16, 2015

Faculty Positions at South Asian University


South Asian University
Akbar Bhawan
Chanakyapuri,
New Delhi 110021
SAU is looking for outstanding, highly qualified and experienced faculty members as follows: Professor [Computer Science-1], Associate Professor [Computer Science-1, Legal Studies-1, Sociology-1], Assistant Professor [Computer Science-3, Life Sciences & Biotechnology-2, Sociology-1].
Positions are open to citizens of any country in the world. Attractive Salary in US dollars (exempt from income tax).
Those who have applied in response to Advt. No. 1/2014 by submitting the hard copy of application and paid the prescribed application fee need not to apply again. Their applications will be considered as per eligibility conditions etc. of the current advertisement.  They may however like to send their updated CV.  Only hard copies of applications will be considered.
Download Application Formpdf2 doc
  1. The South Asian University (SAU) is looking for faculty members who are outstanding scholars, and whose research and teaching interests will expand or complement the existing academic programs of the university. Citizens of the eight SAARC Member States as well as any other country outside SAARC are encouraged to apply for these positions. Selected candidates from countries other than India will be sponsored for work visa in India. Interested candidates may apply in the prescribed form which can be downloaded from the link available on this page.
  2. Information on the academic programs, current interests of Faculties/Departments can be found on their respective web pages on the university website. You may also look at the last few Annual Reports of the university.
  3. General Eligibility Conditions
    1. Assistant Professor
      1. An Assistant Professor should be a brilliant and highly productive scholar with a great promise to excel in academics.
      2. Essential Qualifications:
        Ph.D. degree from a recognized University/Institution; and Master’s Degree in relevant subject area with at least 60% marks or equivalent grade (for Science subjects); OR with at least 55% marks or equivalent grade (for Social Science and Humanities). Post-doctoral research/teaching experience of at least 2 years (excluding the period spent for obtaining the research degree).
        Note:
        Teaching/research experience before the award of Ph.D. degree may be counted with following conditions:
        1. Two years of pre-Ph.D. teaching will be counted as equivalent of one year of post-doctoral teaching/research experience.
        2. Post-Ph.D. experience will only be counted if the experience was not obtained while pursuing Ph.D. or other degrees, and was acquired on a regular confirmed position and/or regular full time contractual position with responsibilities of full-time teaching / research.
      3. Desirable Qualifications:
        High quality research publications in reputed journals/books.
    2. Associate Professor
      1. An Associate Professor should be an established independent researcher with immaculate academic credentials.
      2. Essential Qualifications:
        Ph.D. degree from a recognized University/Institution; and Master’s Degree in relevant subject area with at least 60% marks or equivalent grade (for Science subjects); OR with at least 55% marks or equivalent grade (for Social Science and Humanities). Post-doctoral research/teaching experience of at least 6 years (excluding the period spent for obtaining the research degree).
        Notes:
        1. Post-Ph.D. experience will only be counted if the experience was not obtained while pursuing Ph.D. or other degrees, and was acquired on a regular confirmed position and/or regular full time contractual position with responsibilities of full-time teaching/ research.
        2. Experience of teaching at the undergraduate level will not be considered as relevant experience.
      3. Desirable Qualifications:
        1. High quality research publications in journals of repute.
        2. Experience in guiding doctoral research and a productive research group
        3. For laboratory based research in sciences, proven ability to get research funding from National / International granting agencies.
      4. Other Provisions:
        Research and teaching experience during the period a candidate is registered for obtaining Ph.D. degree, will not be considered as relevant experience. However, if a candidate with an M.Phil. / M.Tech. degree was involved in the teaching of post- graduate courses as a regular faculty before enrolling for Ph.D. degree, half of the period of such teaching experience will be considered as a relevant experience.
    3. Professor
      1. A Professor should be an eminent scholar with evidence of outstanding scholarship and international recognition.
      2. Essential Qualifications:
        Ph.D. degree from a recognized University/Institution; and Master’s Degree in relevant subject area with at least 60% marks or equivalent grade (for Science subjects); OR with at least 55% marks or equivalent grade (for Social Science and Humanities). Post-doctoral research and/or postgraduate teaching experience of at least 12 years (excluding the period spent for obtaining the research degree).
        Notes:
        1. Post-Ph.D. experience will only be counted if the experience was not obtained while pursuing Ph.D. or other degrees, and was acquired on a regular confirmed position and/or regular full time contractual position with responsibilities of full-time teaching/ research.
        2. Experience of teaching at the undergraduate level will not be considered as relevant experience.
      3. Desirable Qualifications:
        1. High quality research publications in journals of repute.
        2. Experience in guiding doctoral research and a productive research group
        3. For laboratory based research in sciences, proven ability to get research funding from National / International granting agencies.
      4. Other Provisions:
        Research and teaching experience during the period a candidate is registered for obtaining Ph.D. degree, will not be considered as relevant experience. However, if a candidate with an M.Phil / M.Tech degree was involved in the teaching of post- graduate courses as a regular faculty before enrolling for Ph.D degree, half of the period of such teaching experience will be considered as a relevant experience.
  4. Preferable areas
    Associate Professor of Sociology :
    Preferable areas: Gender and sexuality, development and related issues, South Asian history, Politics and Culture
    Assistant Professor of Sociology :
    Preferable areas: Gender and sexuality, development and related issues, South Asian history, Politics and Culture.
    Assistant Professor of Life Sciences and Biotechnology:
    Position 1: Structural Biology / bio-imaging
    Ph.D. degree in Life Sciences / Biochemistry / Biophysics / Structural Biology and related areas. MSc /M.Tech in Life Sciences / Biophysics or related areas
    Position 2: Biochemical engineering with emphasis on bio-processes and bioreactors
    Ph.D. degree in Biochemical engineering, bio-reactor management or related areas M.Tech in Biochemical Engineering / Biotechnology. Engineering graduates will be preferred
  5. Selection Process :
    All applications will be screened by a committee of experts that will shortlist candidates based upon their academic record and research output. Short-listed candidates will be invited for an interview. For the post of Assistant Professor, candidates will have to make a short class room type presentation on a given topic at the time of interview so as to assess his/her ability to teach. Ability to teach and communicate effectively with students will form an important component of the assessment of a candidate for a faculty position. Candidates from outside India who are unable to attend the interview will be interviewed through Video-conferencing / Skype.
  6. Salary, Benefits and Incentives :
    1. Salary package being offered by SAU is highly attractive, compared to what faculty members are offered in Central or State Universities in India. The annual basic salary range at SAU is US$ 30,000 to 40,000 for the position of Professor, US$ 20,000 to 30,000 for Associate Professor, and US$ 15,000 to 20,000 for Assistant Professor. Selected candidates who meet the minimum essential criteria of qualifications and experience will be offered a basic salary in the beginning of the pay range. Higher starting basic salary may be offered to candidates with significantly greater experience than the minimum required for the position.
    2. Allowances : To the basic salary will be added a dearness allowance (currently 86% of the basic salary, revised twice every year), House rent allowance (25% of the basic) and contribution to pension fund (10% of the basic salary) as per rules.
    3. Annual increment : A 3% annual increment in basic salary will be provided.
    4. Tax exemption : Salary and allowances of faculty members of SAU are exempt from Indian income tax.
    5. Professional Development Allowance (PDA): The University provides a sum of US $ 2000 per year to all faculty members as “Professional Development Allowance”. These funds may be used for buying books, research material and professional travel to attend conferences, seminars, workshops and field work.
    6. Start-up funds : For faculty members whose research-work depends upon the availability of substantial research funds, there is a provision of a start-up research grant for up to first three years, as a stop-gap measure for the period in which they shall be required to apply for their own research grants from national and international granting agencies.
    7. Health coverage : The University offers health benefit schemes as per SAU Rules/ Regulations.
    8. Relocation allowance : Newly appointed faculty members are entitled to a relocation allowance for travel to Delhi along with their family members, and for covering the cost of transporting household goods and luggage as per SAU Regulations. The allowance (upper limit of one month’s basic salary) will be payable upon submission of receipts of actual expenses on travel and transportation of household goods.
    9. Carry home salaries : Salaries are paid in Indian Rupees. On the minimum of the salary ranges mentioned above, the salary of a Professor, Associate Professor and Assistant Professor would be approximately INR 3,23,000 INR 2,15,000 and INR 1,61,000 per month, respectively (inclusive of basic salary, DA and HRA but exclusive of Pension Fund Contribution) at the current dollar exchange rate of US$ 61.25. As mentioned above salaries and allowances areexempt from Indian Income Tax.
    10. At the time of initial recruitment at all entry levels, the faculty member will be offered a contract appointment for five years. At the end of the contract period, the academic performance, in addition to contribution to University corporate life, of the faculty member will be evaluated. A favorable assessment will result in regularization of the services of the faculty member.
  7. Visa: SAU will sponsor selected candidates, who are not citizens of India, for special SAU Visa from the Government of India
  8. Leave : SAU has provision for duty leave, casual leave, earned leave, medical leave and sabbatical leave as per the University’s Rules, Regulations and Byelaws. Long leave will, however, be permissible only after three years of stay at SAU.
  9. Duties and Responsibilities
    1. In all matters, faculty members will follow University Rules, Regulations and Bye-laws laid down by the Executive Council and Governing Board from time to time.
    2. The Academic Calendar followed by the University is:
      Monsoon Semester          July 26 to December 10
      Winter Semester              January 11 to May 25
      Summer Vacation           May 26 to July 25
      Winter Vacation               December 11 to January 10
      SAU follows a 40-hour work week with holidays on Saturdays and Sundays and some other notified holidays. The average weekly teaching load may vary from 4 to 10 hours of actual class-room teaching. Tutorial / laboratory contact hours may be extra. Teachers are expected to regularly update the contents of the courses they teach in view of the new knowledge that becomes available from time to time in their areas of teaching and research. In addition, they will evaluate the performance of students and conduct / guide their research work.
    3. A faculty member is expected to:
      1. Apply for and obtain external funding to enable development of independent research as well as to develop links with other departments across the University and elsewhere.
      2. Have the ability to teach effectively over a range of topics at the post-graduate level, not exclusively in the area of his/her research expertise, in lectures, lab sessions and tutorials.
      3. Supervise the research of students registered for a Master’s or M.Phil/Ph.D. program.
    4. Faculty members are also expected to contribute to various institution-building tasks implicit in the growth of SAU. For example, faculty colleagues may be called upon to share some administrative responsibilities including working on various university committees, and expert groups, participating / overseeing extra-curricular activities of students or other duties assigned by the University authorities from time to time. Faculty members may also be required to devote part of the vacation period for work related to admissions and evaluation.
  10. Instructions:
    1. Please read the instructions and general conditions before preparing and submitting the application form.
    2. The application form is a MS word document that may be filled on computer and printed out for signing and submission.
    3. Application Fee: A fee of US$ 20 or Indian Rs.1200/- for each application, is payable in the form of Bank Draft drawn in favor of “South Asian University”, New Delhi. The applicant must write his/her name and post applied for, on the reverse side of the bank draft and enclose the bank draft with application form. Candidates can alternatively deposit the prescribed fee in the University’s Account in State Bank of India (Account no. 30796569318, Branch Code: 01624, Swift Code: SBININBB548, IFSC Code: SBIN0001624, State Bank of India, Old JNU Campus, New Delhi-110067) and clearly mention the details of remittance on application from.
    4. In career history, please fill only those positions that were held for at least 6 months.
    5. On the Publications page, please include those, and only those, research publications that were peer-reviewed. Please do not include abstracts, and articles submitted or under preparation. Magazine and newspaper articles should not be included.
    6. Under “honors, awards and distinctions”, please include only significant national and international recognitions. These would include Elected Fellowships of Prestigious Professional Academies, competitive scholarships, medals, orations, invited memberships to prestigious bodies, and consultancies. Please do not include paid memberships of professional bodies and memberships of internal bodies of the institution where you are working or are employed.
    7. Please note that the candidates who are currently employed will have to submit a no-objection certificate from their current employer. This no-objection certificate may be submitted along with the application form itself or at the latest, presented at the time of interview. This certificate is to ensure that selected candidates will be relieved from their current positions without undue delay.
    8. Candidates, who wish to apply for more than one position, should fill up and send a separate application form for each position.
  11. General Conditions:
    1. Please note the following general conditions about the selection process for faculty positions.
    2. The University reserves the right :
      1. to fix criteria for screening the applications so as to reduce the number of candidates to be called for interview;
      2. to consider candidates who may not have applied formally for a position;
      3. to offer the post at a level lower than that advertised, depending upon the qualifications, experience and performance of the candidates in the interview;
      4. to draw reserve panel(s) against the possible vacancies in the future;
      5. to relax any of the desirable qualifications/experience/age at its discretion;
      6. not to fill up any or all the advertised posts;
      7. to modify/change the qualification/age limit and experience criteria for any position - even after publication of this advertisement;
      8. to emphasize that the prescribed essential qualifications are the minimum ones and mere possession of the same does not entitle candidates to be called for interview. Where the number of applications received in response to an advertisement is large, the University at its discretion may restrict the number of candidates to be called for interview on the basis of qualifications/experience higher than the minimum prescribed in the advertisement;
      9. to disqualify any candidate who indulges in canvassing of any kind;.
      10. to modify/withdraw/cancel any communication made to the candidate, in case of any inadvertent mistake in the process of selection which may be detected at any stage before or after the issue of letter of appointment.
    3. Submission of Application:
      1. Applications, along with all the requisite documents as mentioned in the application form, along with bank draft /details of remittance of prescribed fee of Indian Rs. 1200/-, addressed to President, South Asian University, Akbar Bhawan Campus, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi - 110021, (India), with the post applied for clearly superscribed on the envelope may be sent by Registered-Post/ Speed-Post / Courier service or submitted by hand.
      2. Incomplete applications will not be entertained.
      3. The last date for receiving the applications is June 15, 2015.
    Disclaimer: In case of any inadvertent error/omission in the details provided above, University’s Rules/Regulations/Byelaws will prevail.

Friday, May 15, 2015

Teaching Positions at SARDAR PATEL UNIVERSITY


SARDAR PATEL UNIVERSITY,
VALLABH VIDYANAGAR
NO.EST-1 (2015)
Sardar Patel University, Vallabh Vidyanagar – 388120, invites applications in the prescribed form for the Teaching Positions in the following Departments to be filled up in accordance with the approval of the Govt. of Gujarat Education Deptt.’s letter No.SPU/1312/1672/kh dated 30/03/2015.
Subjects :
(1) Physics (2) Chemistry (3) Materials Science (4) BioSciences (5) Mathematics (6) Statistics (7) Home Science (8) Economics (9) Business Studies (10) M.B.A.(11) Sociology (12) History (13) Political Science (14) Gujarati (15) English (16) Hindi (17) Sanskrit (18) Education (19) Library & Information Science (20) Pharmaceutical Science (21) CISST.
Please visit our website www.spuvvn.edu/careers  for the details of number of vacancies department wise and specialization, if any.
Separate application is required for each post, otherwise the application form will be rejected. The last date of receipt of application by the University is 01/June/2015.

Thursday, May 14, 2015

Faculty Positions at JNU


JAWAHARLAL NEHRU UNIVERSITY NEW DELHI-110067
ADVT. NO. RC/50/2015
The JNU has openings for faculty positions at the level of Professor, Associate Professor and Assistant Professor in the areas of specialization as indicated against each. The essential qualifications/ scales of pay for these positions are given below. Candidates with good academic record, teaching/research experience and working in related areas of research are encouraged to apply. University also solicits applications from candidates with research interests that are interdisciplinary.
SCHOOL OF BIOTECHNOLOGY (SBT)
7. Professor (Unreserved)
Specialization in any one of the areas, Medicinal Chemistry/Eukeryotic Molecular Biology/ Genetic Engineering/ neurobiology/ Developmental Biology/ Bioengineering/ Biochemical Engineering/ Plant Biology/ Stem Cell Biology/ Structural Biology/ Systesm Biology/ Chemical Biology. Desirable: Teaching experience at Post Graduate level.
8-9. Associate Professor (Two Posts) (Both Unreserved)
Specialization in any one of the areas, Medicinal Chemistry/Eukeryotic Molecular Biology/ Genetic Engineering/ neurobiology/ Developmental Biology/ Bioengineering/ Biochemical Engineering/ Plant Biology/ Stem Cell Biology/ Structural Biology/ Systesm Biology/ Chemical Biology.
10. Assistant Professor (Reserved for SC)
Specialization in any one of the areas, Medicinal Chemistry/Eukeryotic Molecular Biology/ Genetic Engineering/ neurobiology/ Developmental Biology/ Bioengineering/ Biochemical Engineering/ Plant Biology/ Stem Cell Biology/ Structural Biology/ Systesm Biology/ Chemical Biology.
11. Assistant Professor (Chemical & Synthetic Biology) (Reserved for OBC) (Backlog Reserved Vacancy)
In the broad area of chemical and synthetic biology emphasizing chemical, physical and Engineering approaches to problems in biology.
SPECIAL CENTRE FOR NANO SCIENCES (SCNS)
38. Professor in Nano-biotechnology (Unreserved) (Backlog Vacancy)
M. Sc. in Biological Sciences and Ph.D in the area of Nano-biotechnology as evidenced from published work. Applicant must have published extensively in the area of Nano Science and Technology applied to biological field in high impact journals. Other terms and conditions are as per the minimum qualification criterion defined by the UGC Regulations.
39. Associate Professor in Experimental Nanobiology (Unreserved)
Essential: The candidate should have obtained Masters and Ph.D Degree in Biological Sciences. Applicant must have published consistently and extensively in the area of Nano Science and Technology in high impact journals out of which at least 5 publications should have appeared in preceding five years. Other terms and conditions are as per the minimum qualification criterion defined by the UGC Regulations.
Desirable: Experience in guiding research as evidenced from thesis awarded under the guidance of the applicant.
SPECIAL CENTRE FOR MOLECULAR MEDICINE (SCMM)
41-42. Associate Professor (Two Posts) (One Reserved for SC and One for ST) (Backlog Reserved Vacancies)
Structural Biology/Computational Biology, Physiology & Nutrition, Stem Cell Biology, Developmental Biology, Molecular Genetics related to human diseases, cardiovascular diseases, Biomarker discovery and Metabolomics, Proteomics, Genomics. Candidates with Ph.D. and relevant post-doctoral experience in the above area(s) of Molecular Medicine as evidenced by excellent and consistent publication record in the relevant fields with strong motivation for teaching and research are encouraged to apply. Medical graduates with significant contribution in the related areas of research are highly encouraged to apply. MBBS/BVSc or equivalent with MD/M.VSc/Ph.D. and publications in international peer-reviewed journals in relevant subjects are essential.
Last date for submission of applications completed in all respects, shall be 25 May, 2015

Wednesday, May 13, 2015

FULL TIME CONSULTANT – CLINICAL DATA MANAGEMENT

CLINICIAL DEVELOPMENT SERVICES AGENCY
An extra mural unit of Translational Health Science & Technology Institute (an autonomous institute under the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Ministry of Science & Technology, Govt. of India)
NCR Biotech Science Cluster at Gurgaon-Faridabad Expressway,
Faridabad.
Clinical Development Services Agency (CDSA) mission is to create, develop, nurture world class clinical product development capacity in India.
CDSA invites applications from high performing professionals with a desire to serve public health needs of the country for the below mentioned administrative position.
Recruitment No: CDS/RN/01/2015
Name of the post / Emoluments and Age
FULL TIME CONSULTANT – CLINICAL DATA MANAGEMENT
(up to Rs. 75,000/- per month consolidated)
Age Limit: 45 years
Qualifications and Skills Master’s degree level (biological/ life science, pharmacy or other health related discipline preferred)
Skills 
Good oral and written communication skills in English. 
Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary team.
Demonstrated ability to manage and motivate direct reports 
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, (including experience in making presentations at conferences, meetings, training sessions) 
Able to role model behaviours and ethics in line with CDSA Mission, Vision and Values 
IT literate 
Knowledge of SOPs/ Guidelines/ System Life Cycle methodologies, GCP and any other  applicable local regulations and proven practical application. 
Tenacity to work in an innovative environment. 
Personal skills include ability to manage competing priorities, function independently, attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and flexibility to change and fulfilling activities to completion. 
Demonstrated ability to learn new systems and function in an evolving technical environment.
Experience 
8-15 years in clinical data management with at least 5 years of management experience 
Sound understanding of the global drug development process 
Ability to develop/advise on training programs for Data Scientists/Technicians and data management workshops for Clinical Research staff 
Ability to establish strong working relationships with others in the drug development process, particularly within Clinical Research 
Familiarity with SAS programming 
Well-versed in regulatory requirements for validation of data management systems, GxP, Good Clinical Data Management Practices (GCDMP)
Experience in various phases of clinical trials with full project life cycle experience (CRF design to database lock and reporting); use of commercial and/ or proprietary clinical data management systems, coding dictionaries/encoding systems (e.g. MedDRA, WHODRL), other software in support of data management activities (e.g SAS, Access, SQL, Oracle), programming skills and experience with electronic data capture a definite plus
Job profile
Take responsibility for managing Data Management. 
Provide technical leadership, resource management and project management for the required technical aspects supporting clinical trial activities. 
Ensure quality, timeline and productivity requirements are met or exceeded. Included in this are project planning and implementation, milestone tracking, organization and participation in team meetings, monitoring progress and providing updates as required 
Create, direct and maintain strategies in line with the Clinical Operations and/or Biostatistics organization to help facilitate efficiencies within the department. 
Manage a team local to a site to provide work direction task prioritization, supervision, assistance and career development to assigned tasks. 
Manage all phases of data management activities from study start up to database close and not limited to database set-up, CRF design, data entry, validation/ edit checks, data transfer, and any ad-hoc programming required to support a clinical trial process 
Lead cross-functional meetings and drive initiatives to ensure the delivery of milestones and timelines for clinical studies. 
Identify and adequately resolve operational and technical problems. Manage process improvements. 
Communicate with the other operational groups regarding workflow, process, timelines, and resource planning to ensure transparency between the all functions as well as any external support groups. 
Define, develop and deploy appropriate operating procedures. 
Work closely with the Quality Management Groups (QMG) to ensure compliance with SOPs/ Guidelines, GCP and any other applicable local regulations. 
Provide relevant training/mentoring for staff to assist them in resolution of problems encountered in the conduct of their daily work or on application of Clinical Systems. 
Co-ordinate the improvement and implementation of tools, including, but not limited to standard project directories and subdirectories, document file names and status reports that result in improved efficiencies and quality. 
Attend (as appropriate) client facing meetings to represent the CDM group on activities including, but not limited to, progress reviews, technical updates on key milestones, bid defences, technical requirements collection. Represent the CDM group at internal and external audits and regulatory inspections, as required.

GENERAL TERMS & CONDITIONS: 1. All educational professional and technical qualification should be from a recognized Board/ University and full-time. 2. The experience requirement specified should be experience acquired after obtaining the minimum educational qualifications required for the post. 3. Persons working in Govt. or Public Sector undertaking should produce “No Objection Certificate” at the time of Interview. 4. The age limit, qualification, experience and other requirements for the posts are relaxable at the discretion of the competent authority, in case of candidates who are otherwise suitable. Candidates not found suitable for the posts notified, can be offered a lower post on the recommendation of the Selection Committee.5. Number of positions filled will be as per the Institute’s need and availability of the suitable candidates. 6. In case a large number of applications are received for each post, screening will be done to limit the number of candidates to those possessing higher/relevant qualification. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further discussion. 7. The Consultancy fee for the position of Consultant, Clinical Data Management is a consolidated sum without any other benefits. Salaries mentioned against the position are indicative and actual salary will be based on experience, qualifications, skill set, etc. of the candidates. 8. Incomplete applications will stand summarily rejected without assigning any reasons. 9. All results will be published on our website and all future communications will be only through email. 10. This position will be placed in CDSA Faridabad office located at NCR Biotech Science Cluster at Faridabad Gurgaon-Expressway, Faridabad. 11. Please ignore the Demand Draft (DD) part while filling the online form. 12. Canvassing in any form will be a disqualification. 13. Interested candidates are requested to submit the online application on or before the last date and send the signed hard copy on or before the specified date.
The procedure for online application:
a. Before filling online application, do keep the following documents handy: i. A soft copy of your passport size photo. ii. A comprehensive CV (PDF format only) containing details of qualification, positions held, professional experience/distinctions etc. b. Candidates are requested to use Google Chrome internet browser for best results in submission of online application. In case of difficulty in filling up the online form, please contact admin@thsti.res.in d. On successful submission of your application, an auto-generated email containing a reference number will be sent to the email address provided. Please keep a note of the reference number for future correspondence. Please do the following after submission of online application: Take a print out of the application. Please sign the application at the appropriate place and send the signed application with CV, selfattested copies of certificates / documents pertaining to educational qualification and experience by speed post /registered post so as to reach us on or before the last date at the address given below. HR Department Clinical Development Services Agency (CDSA) (An extra mural unit of Translational Health Science and Technology Institute) NCR Biotech Science Cluster, 3rd Milestone, Faridabad – Gurgaon Expressway, P.O. Box No. 04, Faridabad – 121001 Please superscribe the post applied for on the envelope. Please note that application without signature, or those received after due date or incomplete in any other respect will be summarily rejected.
Important dates: Last date for submission of online application:30.05.2015 Last date for receiving the signed hard copy of application at CDSA: 30.05.2015 Candidates who have applied for this position in response to the earlier advertisement need not apply again. Applications will be accepted up to May 30, 2015.

Tuesday, May 12, 2015

Faculty Positions for Biochemistry

Published in DC, Hyderabad dated 7th May 2015

Monday, May 11, 2015

Scientist and Technical Assistant


CENTRAL INSTITUTE OF MEDICINAL & AROMATIC PLANTS (CIMAP), Lucknow
Advertisement No.2/2015
Last date for submission of applications is 1st June, 2015 up to 5:00 PM
Unique Opportunity for Excellent Research Career in Life Sciences The CSIR-CENTRAL INSTITUTE OF MEDICINAL & AROMATIC PLANTS (CIMAP), Lucknow, a premier institute under the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) involved in multidisciplinary R&D programmes invites applications from enthusiastic young and dynamic Indian Nationals having excellent academic record/proven scientific achievements/requisite experience with ability to undertake R&D in an innovative way for scientific positions and having ability to undertake Technical/Supporting jobs to help in R&D activities of Scientists for Technical posts. The details of the positions and the respective emoluments as well as age limit as per norms are given below:
I. Rs.15600- 39100 (PB-3)
Grade Pay: Rs. 6600/- for Scientist Rs.7600/- for Sr. Scientist
Scientist/Sr. Scientist (Plant Breeding) 2 Posts 01 post
reserved for PWD (OH) candidate & 01 for SC candidate.
Ph.D. thesis submitted in the area of Genetics/Plant Breeding for Scientist OR Ph.D. in the area of Genetics/Plant Breeding with two years postdoctoral research experience in related area for Senior Scientist. Working experience in breeding of industrial, medicinal & aromatic plants (MAPs). Knowledge of molecular techniques as evident from research publications To work in the area of improvement of medicinal & aromatic plants employing conventional and molecular breeding approaches.
Place of work: Bangalore/Pantnagar
II. Rs.15600- 39100 (PB-3)
Grade Pay: Rs. 6600/- for Scientist Rs.7600/- for Sr. Scientist
Scientist/ Sr. Scientist (Agronomy/ Soil Science) 04 posts
01 post reserved for PWD(HH), 01 Unreserved, 01 for OBC and 01 for SC candidate
Ph.D. thesis submitted in the area of Agronomy/Soil Sciences/ Natural Resource Management for Scientist OR Ph.D in the area of Agronomy/Soil Sciences/ Natural Resource Management with two years Post-doctoral research experience in related area for Senior Scientist. Working experience in Agronomy/Soil Science /Natural Resource Management as evident from research publications.
Knowledge of modern techniques of field/Laboratory experimentation. To work in the area of crop production, soil science and plant nutrition.
Place of work: Bangalore/ Hyderabad/ Pantnagar/Lucknow
IV. Rs.15600- 39100 (PB-3)
Grade Pay: Rs. 6600/- for Scientist Rs.7600/- for Sr. Scientist
Scientist/ Sr. Scientist (Botany & Pharmacognosy) 01 post reserved for SC candidate
Ph.D. thesis submitted in the area of Botany for Scientist OR
Ph.D. in the area of Botany with two years postdoctoral research experience in related area for Senior Scientist. Working experience in plant taxonomy involving molecular techniques as evident from research publications Survey and collection of medicinal and aromatic plants, taxonomy of the plants and identification of new plant species. Place of work: Lucknow
V. Rs.15600- 39100 (PB-3)
Grade Pay: Rs. 6600/- for Scientist Rs.7600/- for Sr. Scientist
Scientist/ Sr. Scientist (Plant Physiology) 01 post
Unreserved Ph.D. thesis submitted in the area of Plant Physiology/Botany/Plant Sciences for Scientist OR Ph.D. in the area of Plant Physiology/Botany with two years postdoctoral research experience in related area for Senior Scientist. Working experience in plant physiology/plant metabolomics as evident from research publications
To work on physiology/metabolo mics of medicinal and aromatic plants. Place of work: Lucknow
VI. Rs.15600- 39100 (PB-3)
Grade Pay: Rs. 6600/- for Scientist Rs.7600/- for Sr. Scientist
Scientist/ Sr. Scientist (Plant Pathology) 01 post
Reserved for OBC candidate Ph.D. thesis submitted in the area of Plant Pathology for Scientist OR Ph.D. in the area of Plant Pathology with two years postdoctoral research experience in related area for Senior Scientist.
Working experience in Plant Pathology preferably fungal pathology. Knowledge of molecular biology as evident from research publications. To work on diseases of medicinal and aromatic plants involving modern techniques of plant pathology.
Place of work: Lucknow
VII. Rs.15600- 39100 (PB-3)
Grade Pay: Rs. 6600/- for Scientist Rs.7600/- for Sr. Scientist
Scientist/ Sr. Scientist (Synthetic Biology) 01 post Unreserved
Ph.D. thesis submitted on a subject related to Microbiology/Genetic engineering/Biotechnology /Molecular biology for Scientist OR
Ph.D. on a subject related to microbiology/Genetic engineering/Biotechnology /Molecular biology with two years postdoctoral research experience in related area for Senior Scientist.
Working experience in molecular biology/genetic engineering of microbes as evident from research publications.
To work in the area of microbial/ genetical engineering of carotenoid producing microbes.
Place of work: Lucknow
IX Rs.9300- 34800 (PB-2)
Grade Pay: Rs. 4200/-
Technical Assistant (Horticulture/ Floriculture) 01 post Reserved for OBC candidate
Ist Class B.Sc. (Agriculture) with one year full time professional qualification or one year experience in relevant discipline from a recognized Institute/ Organization.
M.Sc. (Ag.) in Horticulture/ Floriculture Planning & execution of the Land scaping, propagation of all ornamental trees, shrubs and annuals,maintenance of the lawns gardens, roseries, pot plants (outdoor & indoor).
Place of work: Lucknow
XIII Rs.9300- 34800 (PB-2)
Grade Pay: Rs. 4200/-
Technical Assistant (Botany (Tissue Culture) 01 post Reserved for OBC candidate
Ist Class B.Sc.(Biology stream) with one year full time professional qualification or one year experience in the area of Tissue culture from a recognized Institute/Organization. M.Sc. with Botany/Biotechnology as one of the subject with practical exposure to techniques of plant tissue culture and experience of handling related instrumentation and facilities To carry out all routine laboratory work, media preparation, inoculations, glass house handling of plants and field experiments with plants.
Place of work: Lucknow
XIV Rs.9300- 34800 (PB-2)
Grade Pay: Rs. 4200/-
Technical Assistant (Synthetic Biology) 01 post Unreserved
Ist Class B.Sc. (Biology stream) with one year full time professional qualification or one year experience in the relevant discipline from a recognized Institute/ Organization. M.Sc. in Microbiology/ Biotechnology/ Molecular Biology and experience of working with molecular biology techniques. Carrying out experimental work in the area of synthetic biology.
Place of work: Lucknow
Application Form :

Sunday, May 10, 2015

Recruitment for Technical and Scientific Positions


(An Autonomous Institute of the Department of Biotechnology, Govt. of India) NCR Biotech Science Cluster, 3rd Milestone, Faridabad – Gurgaon Expressway, P O Box No. 04, Faridabad – 121001
Recruitment Notice No: THS / RN /11/ 2015
Recruitment for Technical and Scientific Positions
02. Microbiome Innovation Award Two Positions
Upto Rs.50,000/- (Consolidated)
35 years
PhD in the area of Molecular Microbiology/Protein Chemistry with preference given to those with interest and expertise in Enteric Microbiology/Infectious diseases.
Those who have submitted thesis are also eligible to apply. The candidate will be involved in human microbiome research in CHME under the mentorship of its faculty.
Important dates:
Last date for submission of online application :22.05.2015
Last date for receiving the signed hard copy of application at THSTI: 29.05.2015

Saturday, May 9, 2015

Faculty Positions at Manav Rachna Educational Institution, Faridabad


Manav Rachna Educational Institution, Faridabad

Professor/associate Professor – Biotechnology

    Eligibility Criteria : B. Tech , M. Tech , Ph.D in Biotechnology with relevant experience.
MREI is one of the largest group of institutions in India. It imparts world class education through eight institutions, sprawling over 45 acres, with eco- friendly ambience. For interview contact

Friday, May 1, 2015

Technical Manager


Bioresource Biotech
18/1, Madhukunj Society, Panchavati,
Off Pashan Road, Pune-411008
Maharashtra

Technical Manager
Qualification : PhD, M.Phil or M.Sc with ability to communicate effectively with scientists on technical aspects, in the fields of Genomics, Proteomics, Immunology, Cell Analysis, Tissue Culture and also conduct seminars to customer and training sales staff.
Experience : Minimum 2-3 years experience in similar field.
Sales Manager
Qualification : M.Sc. Biotechnology / Life Sciences/ MBA
Experience   : Atleast 5 years in a Managerial position in Sales / Marketing in similar or same product range
Business Dev. Executives
Qualification : M.Sc. Biotechnology / Life Sciences/ MBA
Experience     : Minimum 1-2 years experience in similar fields.
Customer Service Coordinator
Qualification : Science Post Graduate/Science Graduate
Experience   : Minimum 1-2 years experience preferred.
Candidates for all the above posts should have proficiency in computers and good command of written and spoken English.

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