BRIC-National Institute of Plant Genome Research
(An Autonomous Research Institution of the Department of Biotechnology Ministry of Science and Technology, Govt. of India)
Aruna Asaf Ali Marg,
New Delhi – 110067
Advertisement of Project Position
Applications are invited from suitable candidates for filling up purely temporary positions in the “DBT Processing and Monitoring Unit (PMU) for Emerging Frontiers in Biotechnology Programs of the DBT”, at NIPGR.
The details of the positions are as under:
S. No. Sanctioned Positions and monthly emoluments as sanctioned in the project Number of Posts Qualification* Upper Age limit
1. Project Scientist-I (₹ 56,000 + 27% HRA)
Doctoral Degree in Science or Master’s Degree in Engineering or Technology from recognized University or Equivalent
35 years
2. Project Scientist-II (₹ 67,000 + 27% HRA)
(i) Doctoral Degree in Science or Master’s Degree in Engineering or Technology from recognized University or Equivalent; and
(ii) Three years’ experience in Research & Development in Industrial & Academic Institutions or Science and Technology Organizations and Scientific activities & services 40 years
3. Senior Project Associate (₹ 42,000 + 27%HRA) - 03 Posts
(i) Master’s Degree in Natural or Agricultural Sciences / MVSc or bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology or Medicine from a recognized University or equivalent; and
(ii) Four years’ experience in Research and Development in Industrial and Academic Institutions or Science and Technology Organizations and Scientific activities and services OR 40 years Doctoral Degree in Science / Engineering / Technology / Pharma / MD / MS from a recognized University or equivalent
4. Project Associate-II (₹ 35,000+ 27%HRA) - 04 Posts
(i) Master’s Degree in Natural or Agricultural Sciences / MVSc or bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology or Medicine from a recognized University or equivalent; and
(ii) 2 years’ experience in Research and Development in Industrial and Academic Institutions or Science and Technology Organisations and Scientific activities and services
35 years
5. Scientific Administrative Assistant/Field Worker (₹18,000 + 27%HRA) 01
Graduate degree in any discipline
50 years
Note: Manpower qualification and emolument are as per DST OM No. SR/S9/Z-05/2019 dated July 10, 2020.
*In addition to the essential qualifications mentioned above, preference will be given to applicants (excluding Scientific Administrative Assistants/Field Workers) with experience in lab management, grant management, and supervisory roles. Proficiency in scientific communication is also a desirable qualification and will be given weight in the selection process.
Role and Responsibilities The roles and responsibilities of the selected personals will be as follows:
The Project Scientist I & II, will play crucial role in supporting the Emerging Frontiers in Biotechnology (EFB) Directorate of DBT in the coordination of Internal Screening Committee meeting, Technical Expert Committee meeting, progress reviews meeting, fund release processes, etc.
The Senior Project Associate will be assisting the EFB Directorate in coordination with Principal Investigators of the proposals to gather and analyze financial and other relevant documents, facilitating the proposal for evaluation and grant releases.
The responsibilities of the Project Associate II include assistance in preparing notes, tables, and other documentation for the grant release proposal.
The Project Assistant will be assigned to the PMU to handle multitasking assignments.
The above job responsibilities are illustrative and whenever required, the Competent Authority may also assign additional work.
The above positions are completely on temporary basis and co-terminus with the project. The emoluments for the above positions are as sanctioned in the project and as per DST OM No. SR/S9/Z-05/2019 dated July 10, 2020. The initial appointment will be for one year or till the tenability of the project whichever is earlier and the same can be curtailed/extended on the basis of assessment of the candidate's performance and discretion of the Competent Authority. NIPGR reserves the right to select the candidate against the above post depending upon the qualifications and experience of the candidate. The reservation of posts shall be as per Govt. of India norms. The appointment may be terminated any time by giving one month notice by either side. The applicants will have no claim implicit or explicit for consideration against any regular position of NIPGR. The eligible and interested candidates may apply on-line along with required documents to be uploaded in the given format. The application format and detailed information is available on the website of NIPGR, www.nipgr.ac.in. Applications, other than online, will not be accepted. The last date of submission of on-line application is September 07, 2024 (5.30 p.m.).
Upload following Scanned Documents: (It is suggested to scan documents from your originals). 1) Age Proof. 2) Relevant Educational Qualifications/Certificates 3) Experience Certificates 4) Details of Publications 5) Brief write-up on research experience 6) Any other information 7) Two References (with name, emails fax/telephone numbers) The shortlisted candidates only will be informed about date and time of the interview through e-mail. The candidates must ascertain their eligibility before submitting application, as ineligible candidates will not be interviewed. Canvassing in any form or bringing influence, political or otherwise, will lead to disqualification of the candidate(s). Note: ONLY soft copy of the application in the prescribed format will be accepted. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
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