Saturday, April 20, 2019

BIRAC from DBT


Application are invited from qualified and experienced candidates for the positions of Manager / Senior Officer  - Finance, Procurement & Administration (Position Code FPA-01) and Senior Program officers: Training (PO-01), clinical trials (PO-02), and Devices and Diagnostics (PO-03)
1. About the Mission : 
The National Biopharma Mission is an Industry-Academia Collaborative Mission of Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Ministry of Science & Technology, Govt. of India for Accelerating Early Development for Biopharmaceuticals; to be implemented by Biotechnology Research Assistance Council (BIRAC)-a Public Sector Undertaking of DBT
Approved by the Government for implementation at a total cost US$ 250 million the Mission is co-funded 50% with World Bank loan assistance.
The Mission Programme is a Pan-India Programme with the main aim of making India a hub for design and development of novel, affordable and effective biopharmaceutical products and solutions. This Program would aid in enhancing India’s innovation research and product development capabilities, especially by focusing on development of vaccines, biologics and medical devices for combating public health concerns. The Program would aid academic researchers (through enhancing their translation capability); empower bio-entrepreneurs and SMEs (by decreased cost and risk during early stages of product development) and the industry (by elevating their innovation quotient). Anticipated long term impact would benefit the Indian population at large benefit due to availability of affordable solutions and products relevant to Indian health needs.
More details about the Mission Programme can be seen at website http://birac.nic.in/nationalbiopharmamission.php (Mission Document)
2. About the Implementation Agency:
Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC) a Public Sector Undertaking of the Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science & Technology, and Government of India has been entrusted the responsibility of implementing this Program. It will house the Program Management Unit (PMU) that would work as an operational and functional arm to oversee and monitor program implementation.
3. Job Descriptions
3.2 Senior Program officer: Training (PO-01, Vacancy-01)
Position Summary & Responsibilities
The Program officer (PO) will serve in the Program Management Unit for i3 program at BIRAC. Reporting to Program Manager, PMU the PO will get opportunity to contribute to strategic thinking, planning and arranging the training programs; communicate progress and setbacks against strategic goals; and importantly create and manage grants/contracts as part of a team for various projects supported under the Mission.
Responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to:
  • Planning and coordinating the training programs with all stakeholders
  • Responsibilities for Implementation of the Mission Program which includes writing of RFAs for soliciting proposals, working with national and international experts for scientific evaluation and assessment of proposal.
  • Working with Legal and Finance to get all necessary Contracts and Agreements ready for the I3 Program.
  • Coordination and administration of all aspects of new and ongoing projects including planning and implementation.
  • Responsible for all Program Investment and Financial Planning.
  • Ensure timely execution of all activities.
  • Proper monitoring both technical and financial of the projects working closely with the Scientific and Technical Advisory groups for project review, new area prioritization and preparing a strategy for implementation.
  • Responsible for organizing all Meetings, Interaction and Advisory Group Discussion including international conferences and workshops.
  • In addition to scientific expertise, the Program Manager must also bring in passion, humility, and critical thinking for the unique problems and the questions relevant to BIRAC’s mission.
  • Prepare and implement an effective communication and outreach strategy.
  • To work and communicate with grantees and key stakeholders including members of Technical Advisory Groups, BIRAC, DBT and World Bank.

Qualifications and Experience
Essential
  • M.Sc/B.Tech in Life Science /Biological Sciences with minimum 4 years of experience in teaching in an academic institute or working in the industry or combined experience of both.

Desirable
  • Experience in teaching biotechnology / biochemistry in an academic institute OR have experience in Research & Development / Manufacturing Quality Control at Pharma / Biopharma Industry
  • Experience in the execution, conduct and/or management of performance based grants, contracts or cooperative agreements.
  • Demonstrated outstanding written and oral communication skills in positions requiring communications in a broad and diverse audience on a range of complex technical issues.
  • Demonstrated strong planning and analytical skills. Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
  • Demonstrated capacity and Experience to handle collaboration within an organization and with external partners, as well as ability to work with efficiency and diplomacy as part of a team effort.
  • Ability to organize/prioritize work and meet deadlines within a fast paced environment with multiple and competing demands.
    • Proactive and flexible nature with reliable follow-through and attention to detail.
    • Ability to work both independently and in a cooperative and collegial fashion.
    • Ability and willingness to travel domestic and international
Age Limit: 35 Years
Salary: Consolidated remuneration Rs. 75,000/- per month
3.3 Senior Program officer: Clinical trials (PO-02, Vacancy-01)
Position Summary & Responsibilities
The Program officer (PO) will serve in the Program Management Unit for i3 program at BIRAC. Reporting to Program Manager, PMU the PO will get opportunity to contribute to strategic thinking for establishing clinical trials and responsibility for overseeing the clinical trials network and clinical trials being funded under NBM; communicate progress and setbacks against strategic goals; and importantly create and manage grants/contracts as part of a team for various projects supported under the Mission.
Responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to:
  • Coordinating with stakeholders involved in clinical trial conduct and management
  • Responsibilities for Implementation of the Mission Program which includes writing of RFAs for soliciting proposals, working with national and international experts for scientific evaluation and assessment of proposal.
  • Working with Legal and Finance to get all necessary Contracts and Agreements ready for the I3 Program.
  • Coordination and administration of all aspects of new and ongoing projects including planning and implementation.
  • Responsible for all Program Investment and Financial Planning.
  • Ensure timely execution of all activities.
  • Proper monitoring both technical and financial of the projects working closely with the Scientific and Technical Advisory groups for project review, new area prioritization and preparing a strategy for implementation.
  • Responsible for organizing all Meetings, Interaction and Advisory Group Discussion including international conferences and workshops.
  • In addition to scientific expertise, the Program Manager must also bring in passion, humility, and critical thinking for the unique problems and the questions relevant to BIRAC’s mission.
  • Prepare and implement an effective communication and outreach strategy.
  • To work and communicate with grantees and key stakeholders including members of Technical Advisory Groups, BIRAC, DBT and World Bank.

Qualifications and Experience
Essential
  • M.Sc in Life Sciences / Biological Sciences with minimum 4 years of experience in managing Clinical trials

Desirable
  • Experience in Monitoring of clinical trials (Phase I to Phase III clinical trials)
  • Demonstrated outstanding written and oral communication skills in positions requiring communications in a broad and diverse audience on a range of complex technical issues.
  • Demonstrated strong planning and analytical skills. Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
  • Demonstrated capacity and Experience to handle collaboration within an organization and with external partners, as well as ability to work with efficiency and diplomacy as part of a team effort.
  • Ability to organize/prioritize work and meet deadlines within a fast-paced environment with multiple and competing demands.
    • Proactive and flexible nature with reliable follow-through and attention to detail.
    • Ability to work both independently and in a cooperative and collegial fashion.
    • Ability and willingness to travel domestic and international.

Age Limit: 35 Years
Salary: Consolidated remuneration Rs. 75,000/- per month
The above positions are on a 3 years contract period extendable till the length of the Program duration based on performance. The candidate selected shall be kept on probation for a period of three months.
Interested Candidates should apply at vacancy.birac@nic.in in the prescribed format.
i) Application Proforma (enclosed BIRAC-Doc1)
ii)  For details of job descriptions and qualifications please see BIRAC-Doc-II enclosed here.
Applications received by post and not on the prescribed format will not be considered.
Last Date of Application is 30th April 2019

Friday, April 19, 2019

Senior scientist at UOH

Urgent Job Openings for regular employment 

I. BiologyLab at BioNEST, School of Life Sciences, UoH 

Qualification: MSc PhD's in Life sciences Novick Bio-Science Private Limited, a well-established in Microbiology industry looking for committed and career oriented scientific personnel to work in above mentioned locations on ugent basis,Salaries and perks will be on par with industry standards

 1. Senior scientist -1 Vacancies 

Minimum Experience: 3-5years 

Essential Qualification: M.Sc / PhD in Life Sciences 

Preferably in Molecular Biology. 

Desirable: Molecular biology Experience is a must. Microbiology experience would be appreciated too. Ability to lead teams. Good Speaking, writing and documentation skills, Some experience in writing grants would also be added value

Interested candidates can send their CV (mail your Resume: gurunathp@novickbio.com) on or before 20-4-2019; Shortlisted candidates will be called for Interview

Who we are: Algen Biotech is an upcoming organization started by Technoprensurs, dedicated to redefine human wellness through advanced, patented, clinically proven technologies especially in the areas of llutraceuticals, Bio-therapeuties and probiotics. 

Currently Algen is looking for Microbiologist to work at its R&E Facility located irl BioNEST Bioteeh Incubation centre, University of Hyderabad, Hyderabad. 

The candidate should be a postgraduate in Microbiology/ Biotechnology any branch of Life Sciences with good practical knowledge in day to day lab operations. 1, 2 years experience is desirable or fresher's with sufficient knowledge also welcome. working experience with microbiology or algal cultures is highly preferred

Thursday, April 18, 2019

Faculty Positions at Kanchipuram


Faculty Positions at Chennai


Stem cell Technician

Institute of Regenerative Medicine 

GIOSTAR Research Pvt Ltd. 

GIOSTAR  Chandigarh Centre ( Under Project Stage )

Stem cell Technician (1) needed urgently for Chandigarh based stem cell therapy institute

Qualifications M.Sc in Stem cell and Tissue engineering, Microbiology and Biotechnology should be minimum one year experience in culturing clinical grade stem cells. 

Isolation of stem cells from different source like adipose tissue, umblical cord and bone marrow.

Also Young Energetic Nurse (1) GNM. 

Friday, April 5, 2019

Scientist in Bioinformatics


Call for applications: Tenure Track position in Bioinformatics in Neurogenomics

The Institute of Neurobiology UNAM (http://www.inb.unam.mx/inweb3/index.html) offers a tenure-track position at the level of Assistant Professor (Investigador Asociado C) to join the National Laboratory for Advanced Scientific Visualization (LAVIS: http://lavis.unam.mx/). 

LAVIS supports basic and applied research employing supercomputing resources and high-resolution 2D and 3D imaging systems. 

The selected candidate is expected to expand the methodological and analytical capabilities of LAVIS in the field of neurogenomics through multidisciplinary collaboration and to develop an original research program. Applicants are expected to have a doctorate degree, postdoctoral experience related to bioinformatics or genome biology and a strong track record of peer-reviewed publications.

Interested applicants must submit CV, addresses of three references, and a three-page statement of research interests to Dr. Ataulfo Martinez-Torres (ataulfo@unam.mx) before April 20th 2019.

Wednesday, April 3, 2019

faculty Positions at Tamilnadu


Senior Program officer at BIRAC

Application are invited from qualified and experienced candidates for the positions of Manager / Senior Officer  - Finance, Procurement & Administration (Position Code FPA-01) and Senior Program officers: Training (PO-01), clinical trials (PO-02), and Devices and Diagnostics (PO-03)
1. About the Mission : 
The National Biopharma Mission is an Industry-Academia Collaborative Mission of Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Ministry of Science & Technology, Govt. of India for Accelerating Early Development for Biopharmaceuticals; to be implemented by Biotechnology Research Assistance Council (BIRAC)-a Public Sector Undertaking of DBT
Approved by the Government for implementation at a total cost US$ 250 million the Mission is co-funded 50% with World Bank loan assistance.
The Mission Programme is a Pan-India Programme with the main aim of making India a hub for design and development of novel, affordable and effective biopharmaceutical products and solutions. This Program would aid in enhancing India’s innovation research and product development capabilities, especially by focusing on development of vaccines, biologics and medical devices for combating public health concerns. The Program would aid academic researchers (through enhancing their translation capability); empower bio-entrepreneurs and SMEs (by decreased cost and risk during early stages of product development) and the industry (by elevating their innovation quotient). Anticipated long term impact would benefit the Indian population at large benefit due to availability of affordable solutions and products relevant to Indian health needs.
More details about the Mission Programme can be seen at website http://birac.nic.in/nationalbiopharmamission.php (Mission Document)
2. About the Implementation Agency:
Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC) a Public Sector Undertaking of the Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science & Technology, and Government of India has been entrusted the responsibility of implementing this Program. It will house the Program Management Unit (PMU) that would work as an operational and functional arm to oversee and monitor program implementation.
3. Job Descriptions
3.2 Senior Program officer: Training (PO-01, Vacancy-01)
Position Summary & Responsibilities
The Program officer (PO) will serve in the Program Management Unit for i3 program at BIRAC. Reporting to Program Manager, PMU the PO will get opportunity to contribute to strategic thinking, planning and arranging the training programs; communicate progress and setbacks against strategic goals; and importantly create and manage grants/contracts as part of a team for various projects supported under the Mission.
Responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to:
  • Planning and coordinating the training programs with all stakeholders
  • Responsibilities for Implementation of the Mission Program which includes writing of RFAs for soliciting proposals, working with national and international experts for scientific evaluation and assessment of proposal.
  • Working with Legal and Finance to get all necessary Contracts and Agreements ready for the I3 Program.
  • Coordination and administration of all aspects of new and ongoing projects including planning and implementation.
  • Responsible for all Program Investment and Financial Planning.
  • Ensure timely execution of all activities.
  • Proper monitoring both technical and financial of the projects working closely with the Scientific and Technical Advisory groups for project review, new area prioritization and preparing a strategy for implementation.
  • Responsible for organizing all Meetings, Interaction and Advisory Group Discussion including international conferences and workshops.
  • In addition to scientific expertise, the Program Manager must also bring in passion, humility, and critical thinking for the unique problems and the questions relevant to BIRAC’s mission.
  • Prepare and implement an effective communication and outreach strategy.
  • To work and communicate with grantees and key stakeholders including members of Technical Advisory Groups, BIRAC, DBT and World Bank.

Qualifications and Experience
Essential
  • M.Sc/B.Tech in Life Science /Biological Sciences with minimum 4 years of experience in teaching in an academic institute or working in the industry or combined experience of both.

Desirable
  • Experience in teaching biotechnology / biochemistry in an academic institute OR have experience in Research & Development / Manufacturing Quality Control at Pharma / Biopharma Industry
  • Experience in the execution, conduct and/or management of performance based grants, contracts or cooperative agreements.
  • Demonstrated outstanding written and oral communication skills in positions requiring communications in a broad and diverse audience on a range of complex technical issues.
  • Demonstrated strong planning and analytical skills. Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
  • Demonstrated capacity and Experience to handle collaboration within an organization and with external partners, as well as ability to work with efficiency and diplomacy as part of a team effort.
  • Ability to organize/prioritize work and meet deadlines within a fast paced environment with multiple and competing demands.
    • Proactive and flexible nature with reliable follow-through and attention to detail.
    • Ability to work both independently and in a cooperative and collegial fashion.
    • Ability and willingness to travel domestic and international
Age Limit: 35 Years
Salary: Consolidated remuneration Rs. 75,000/- per month
3.3 Senior Program officer: Clinical trials (PO-02, Vacancy-01)
Position Summary & Responsibilities
The Program officer (PO) will serve in the Program Management Unit for i3 program at BIRAC. Reporting to Program Manager, PMU the PO will get opportunity to contribute to strategic thinking for establishing clinical trials and responsibility for overseeing the clinical trials network and clinical trials being funded under NBM; communicate progress and setbacks against strategic goals; and importantly create and manage grants/contracts as part of a team for various projects supported under the Mission.
Responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to:
  • Coordinating with stakeholders involved in clinical trial conduct and management
  • Responsibilities for Implementation of the Mission Program which includes writing of RFAs for soliciting proposals, working with national and international experts for scientific evaluation and assessment of proposal.
  • Working with Legal and Finance to get all necessary Contracts and Agreements ready for the I3 Program.
  • Coordination and administration of all aspects of new and ongoing projects including planning and implementation.
  • Responsible for all Program Investment and Financial Planning.
  • Ensure timely execution of all activities.
  • Proper monitoring both technical and financial of the projects working closely with the Scientific and Technical Advisory groups for project review, new area prioritization and preparing a strategy for implementation.
  • Responsible for organizing all Meetings, Interaction and Advisory Group Discussion including international conferences and workshops.
  • In addition to scientific expertise, the Program Manager must also bring in passion, humility, and critical thinking for the unique problems and the questions relevant to BIRAC’s mission.
  • Prepare and implement an effective communication and outreach strategy.
  • To work and communicate with grantees and key stakeholders including members of Technical Advisory Groups, BIRAC, DBT and World Bank.

Qualifications and Experience
Essential
  • M.Sc in Life Sciences / Biological Sciences with minimum 4 years of experience in managing Clinical trials

Desirable
  • Experience in Monitoring of clinical trials (Phase I to Phase III clinical trials)
  • Demonstrated outstanding written and oral communication skills in positions requiring communications in a broad and diverse audience on a range of complex technical issues.
  • Demonstrated strong planning and analytical skills. Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
  • Demonstrated capacity and Experience to handle collaboration within an organization and with external partners, as well as ability to work with efficiency and diplomacy as part of a team effort.
  • Ability to organize/prioritize work and meet deadlines within a fast-paced environment with multiple and competing demands.
    • Proactive and flexible nature with reliable follow-through and attention to detail.
    • Ability to work both independently and in a cooperative and collegial fashion.
    • Ability and willingness to travel domestic and international.

Age Limit: 35 Years
Salary: Consolidated remuneration Rs. 75,000/- per month
The above positions are on a 3 years contract period extendable till the length of the Program duration based on performance. The candidate selected shall be kept on probation for a period of three months.
Interested Candidates should apply at vacancy.birac@nic.in in the prescribed format.
i) Application Proforma (enclosed BIRAC-Doc1)
ii)  For details of job descriptions and qualifications please see BIRAC-Doc-II enclosed here.
Applications received by post and not on the prescribed format will not be considered.
Last Date of Application is 30th April 2019

Tuesday, April 2, 2019

Faculty Positions at Loyola academy


Scientists at ICFRE


INDIAN COUNCIL OF FORESTRY RESEARCH AND EDUCATION 
(An autonomous Body of the Ministry of Environment, Forests & Climate Change, Government of India) 
P.O. New Forest, Dehradun – 248 006 (Uttarakhand) 

Advertisement No.DSB/ICFRE-2019 

Recruitment for the posts of Scientist-B – 2019 

Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education (ICFRE) invites online applications from Indian nationals for recruitment to the posts of Scientist-B.

3. 1301-Biotechnology 01 01

Essential Qualification 

(i) First class M.Sc. degree in Bio-technology from a recognized University with specialization in Plant Biotechnology.

Desirable Qualification (ii) Ph.D. degree in relevant subject.

1. 1501-Botany* 09 

Essential qualification 

(i) First Class M.Sc. degree in Botany from a recognized University.

Desirable Qualification Ph.D. degree in relevant subject.

3. 1701- Entomology 04

Essential Qualification 

(i) First class M.Sc. degree in Zoology/Agriculture from a recognized University with specialization in Entomology OR First class M.Sc. degree in Entomology/Agricultural Entomology from a recognized University.

Desirable Qualification (ii) Ph.D. degree in relevant subject

1. 1901-Plant Pathology 03

Essential Qualification: 
(i) First Class M.Sc. degree in Botany/Forestry/Agriculture from a recognized University with specialization in Plant pathology/microbiology OR First Class M.Sc. degree in Plant Pathology/Microbiology from a recognized University. 
Desirable Qualifications Ph.D. degree in relevant subject. 

3. 2101-Marine living resources/Marine Biology 01 
Essential Qualification
(i) First class M.Sc. degree in Marine Biology/Marine Micro-biology/Micro-biology from a recognized University. 
Desirable qualification Ph. D degree in relevant subject. 
4. 2201-Ecology 03 

Essential Qualification: (i) First Class M.Sc. degree in Botany / Forestry / Environment Science/Ecology from a recognized University with specialization in Forest Ecology / Ecology. OR First Class M.Sc. degree in Natural Science/Life Sciences/Environment Management from a recognized University with specialization in Forest Ecology/ Ecology. 
Desirable Qualification Ph.D. degree in relevant subject. 

5. 2301-Forest Genetics 02 
Essential qualification: (i) First class M.Sc. degree in Genetics and Plant Breeding/ Plant Genetics from a recognized University. OR First class M.Sc. degree in Forestry/Botany/ Agriculture with specialization in Genetics/Tree improvement from a recognized University. 
Desirable Qualification Ph.D. degree in relevant subject. 
Online application submission link is available at (http://recruitment.icfre.gov.in) .The details including the age limit, reservation, examination scheme, syllabus, educational qualification, guidelines are available in this website.The applications will only be accepted online. No other mode will be accepted. The fee will also be paid online only. 
• Online submission will be available from 10 A.M. on 01.04.2019 and closes on 15.05.2019 at 05 P.M. 
• The candidates are advised to regularly visit the website (http://recruitment.icfre.gov.in) . All the information related to the examination will be uploaded/updated on this website only.

Monday, April 1, 2019

Incubator India Pvt. Ltd.


Opening for Product Specialist in Yuvraj Biobiz Incubator India Pvt. Ltd.  

Yuvraj Biobiz Incubator India Pvt. ltd is an ISO 13485:2003, CE certified company. We are involved in manufacturing of In Vitro diagnostic devices, BP Monitors and Bio - Chemistry Products for various disease ranges with our manufacturing unit in Chennai. We are looking for the suitable candidate to fill the Product/  Application Specialist posts (Sales Dept) in our company.

For more details about the company, please visit our website www.ybio.in

No. of Opening: 2

Educational Qualification: U.G degree in any science stream (biotech, biochemistry and life science) from a well recognized university and good academic background. 

Desirable Qualities:

Good communication skills.
Well versed in English and their own Regional Languages.
Should be able to work independently and complete the assigned work in stipulated time.

Freshers, Candidates willing to travel and having passion in sales are preferred.

Work LocationsBangalore.

Interested candidates can mail their updated resumes to info@ybio.in

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