Monday, September 16, 2024

Faculty Positions at Cusat, Kerala

 

NOTIFICATION FACULTY RECRUITMENT – ASSISTANT PROFESSOR 
No. Ad.D2/136/Notif/2023(1)

Applications are invited from qualified candidates for appointment to the following post of Assistant Professor (Academic Level 10) under UGC Scheme in the University:- 

Centre for Integrated Studies 

Forensic Science/Forensic Biology 

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS 
a. Reservation will be available to differently-abled persons as provided in the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 / Court Judgements and any other relevant Government Orders and Circulars issued from time to time. 
b. Please read General Guidelines from the website of University – https://recruit.cusat.ac.in/. 
c. A working e-mail id of the candidate shall be given in the application: All communications in connection with the recruitment will be sent to the registered e-mail id only and hence the candidates are directed to check their e-mail periodically. 
d. Qualifications and Experience: Instruction Sheet No. II of the Notification containing details of qualifications prescribed for the posts can be downloaded from the website of University, https://recruit.cusat.ac.in
e. Age: Age as on 01.01.2024 – Maximum age for considering against State Government / State Government (Quasi) vacancies is limited to 50 years. 

More Info: https://recruit.cusat.ac.in/files/NOTIFICATION_293.pdf

Tuesday, September 3, 2024

Faculty Positions at Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala

 Mahatma Gandhi University, 

Priyadarsini Hills P O, 
Kottayam- 686 560

Applications are invited for the selection of Assistant Professor on Contract for the following Departments/ Schools of the University for the academic year 2024-2025. The engagement of Assistant Professor on Contract faculties will be purely on contract basis for one academic year and likely to be extended for another 2 years based on the annual performance appraisal report. 

The vacancies arose due to the No Candidate Available/ Not Joining for Duty/ Turn Passed Over categories in the previous years and the fresh vacancies in continuation with the rotation roaster in University for different Department/ Schools. Reservation rotation is specified in serial order against the vacancies of each School/ Departments. In the absence of reserved category , other reserved category or open competition category candidates will be considered. All category candidates can submit applications for these posts.

School of Biosciences

Biochemistry - 1
Microbiology - 1

Interested candidates shall send the duly filled proforma attached with this notification and signed hard copies of the original documents to prove age, community reservation, qualifications (Mark list and Degree Certificates) / Specialisation, proof that the journals are approved by UGC / peer reviewed, experience certificate, awards, proof for CGPA to percentage conversion and proof of all other additional qualifications to The Registrar, Mahatma Gandhi University, Priyadarsini Hills P O, Kottayam- 686 560 by ordinary post in an envelope marked as " Application for the post of Assistant Professor on Contract - (Subject)- in the School of (name) on or before 10.09.2024, 4.30 PM.
 
More Info: 

Monday, September 2, 2024

Project Scientist at BRIC-National Institute of Plant Genome Research, New Delhi

 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. 

More Info: https://nipgr.ac.in/careers/vacancies_latest.php

Sunday, September 1, 2024

Guest Faculty Positions at Periyar University, Tamilnadu

 PERIYAR UNIVERSITY 

SALEM - 636 011, 
TAMIL NADU 

Guest Faculty Recruitment Interview (Temporary & Consolidated Basis) 

The Periyar University, Salem requires Guest Faculty (purely on temporary & consolidated basis and permanent employment in future cannot be claimed) for the following subjects at its University Department. Eligible candidates may send the application on or before 09-09-2024 (05:00 PM) as per the given format and asked to appear interview scheduled on 11.09.2024 (11:00 AM) 

Minimum Qualification: (as per UGC Norms): Post Graduate with NET/SET/Ph.D – in Microbiology 

Date & Time Interview Schedule: 

S. No. Department No. of Vacancies Date Time 

1. Microbiology 01 11.09.2024 11.00 A.M. Total 01 

- Venue for Interview: Department of Microbiology, Periyar University, Salem-11. 

The application format, instruction to candidates and other details are available in the University website www.periyaruniversity.ac.in. The University reserves the right to conduct or not to conduct the Interview as scheduled. Also, the University reserves the right to appoint or not to appoint any candidates in this Interview without assigning any reason. 

More Info: https://www.periyaruniversity.ac.in/Documents/2024/Advt/08/mib.pdf

Friday, August 30, 2024

Manager at NCBS

Advt No.26/2024 : Appointment of a Program Manager on fixed term basis

19th August 2024: Advt No.26/2024 - Appointment of a Program Manager on fixed term basis  
                                                                         
The Centre for Brain and Mind (CBM) is an exciting new scientific venture of the National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS) and the National Institute for Mental Health & Neurosciences (NIMHANS), supported by the Rohini Nilekani Philanthropies. The CBM will undertake cutting edge research in the area of human mental illness with a goal to discovering novel and better methods for the diagnosis and clinical management of mental illness in humans.
 
The CBM invites applications from suitable candidates for the position of Program Manager on a fixed term basis. The position is based at NCBS and is available immediately for a period of up to five years. Appointments will be for one year and renewable annually subject to the outcome of a performance assessment. Remuneration will be based on qualifications and accomplishments, subject to institutional guidelines.

The successful candidate will be expected to help in the management, facilitation and monitoring of the activities of the CBM. The role requires the ability to work both independently and in teams, especially coordination and working between the teams at the participating institutions.

Key duties of the Program Manager will include:

•    Project co-ordination, communicating with scientists and clinicians at the participating institutions
•    Organizing meetings of the scientific advisory board, steering committee and other administrative structures of CBM.
•    Assisting with organizing and curating scientific meetings relevant for CBM.
•    Working with administrative teams and other departments at NCBS as required for efficient management of the program, including (but not limited to):
◦    Monitoring project expenditure in coordination with the financial and administrative teams at NCBS. 
◦    Managing HR matters relating to project staff hired at NCBS, working with NCBS administration as required. 
◦    Managing procurement matters for the project at NCBS, working with NCBS administration as required. 
◦    Facilitating regulatory matters related to the CBM.
◦    Coordinating with the NCBS Communications team as required for the program. 
•    Working across administrative teams at NCBS and other collaborating institutions as required, for example for managing seed grant and other initiatives. 
•    Assist with donor relations management, including organization of meetings, generation of project reports and related documentation for the program.
•    Outreach to external stakeholders on behalf of the program.
•    Undertaking any other duties that may be required from time to time to assist with the work of the CBM

Essential Qualification:

•    Ph.D in a scientific discipline. 
•    Significant prior administrative experience. 
•    Proven communication ability both written and oral.
•    The ability to analyse, summarize and communicate information.
•    The ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
•    Strong time-management and interpersonal skills.
•    Initiative, enthusiasm and a flexible approach to work.

Desirable Experience:

•    A background in molecular and cell biology or neuroscience.
•    Prior experience of working with Philanthropic donors.
•    Prior experience of working at a Government organization.

Age Limit for the above position: 45 years as on 01.07.2024

Consolidated SalarySalary will commensurate with experience and qualification.

Last date for receipt of Online application: 9th September 2024.

The position is available immediately following the completion of the recruitment process 

How to Apply:

An application package, consisting of the following should be uploaded via the NCBS job portal
•    Up-to-date CV  
•    A one-page description of why you believe you are an appropriate candidate for the role 
•    Names and contact details of two referees who can speak to your qualifications as relevant for this position
•    Educational and Experience Certificates
Step 1: Interested candidates should register ONLINE through the link on our website using a valid email ID.
Step 2: You will receive a user ID and password on your registered email ID.
Step 3: Using your ID and password you can fill in the application by clicking on “Submit Application”
Step 4: Once you fill in the application you can SAVE or PREVIEW the application. Please Note: Any corrections should be made before you SAVE the application.
Step 5: After you SAVE, you can submit the application by clicking “SUBMIT”.
Step 6: All essential certificate is proof of your qualification, date of birth, experience, etc. Should be uploaded while submitting the Online application.

General Instructions:
1.    The institute reserves the right not to fill the above posts herein advertised in case suitable candidates are not found. Canvassing in any form shall disqualify the candidate.
2.    Incomplete applications and online applications without uploading the supporting documents in support of their Educational qualification with marks, Date of Birth, Caste Certificate, Experience certificate along with pay drawn, etc. shall not be considered.
3.     Candidates who are eligible for further age relaxation as per the extant rules of TIFR or GoI are required to submit applications by POST, along with a copy of the relevant certificate in support of age relaxation (for example ex-servicemen, persons with benchmark disabilities, etc.).
4.    The Institute reserves the right to increase or decrease the no. of posts to be filled or not to make any recruitment to any post(s), or not to offer the appointment without assigning any reason. 
5.    The Institute strives to have a workplace where there is equality of diversity and candidates of all classes, caste, gender and religion are encouraged to apply for the position. 
6.    Applications from the candidates will be accepted ONLY ON-LINE, except for those who are seeking age relaxation as per extant GoI & TIFR rules are required to submit applications in the prescribed format by post must reach to Head, (A&F), National Centre for Biological Sciences, Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, GKVK Post, Bellary Road, Bangalore: 560065 by 11th September 2024. The Applications by post must super scribe the post applied for, Advertisement No. & Serial Number of the post on the envelope. Institute will not be responsible for any postal delay.
7.    The decision of the competent authority will be final in the matter of selection.
8.     Any legal dispute concerning the Selection/ Recruitment process will be subject to courts having jurisdiction over Bangalore.
9.    Please visit the website regularly since all subsequent Corrigendum/Addendum/Updates will be uploaded to the website only.
10.    No correspondence whatsoever will be entertained from candidates regarding postal delay, conduct and result of test/interview and reasons for not being called for test/interview. Interim correspondence will not be entertained and replied to.
11. Prescribed format for an offline application can be downloaded here: (https://www.ncbs.res.in/jobportal/sites/default/files/pdf/job_applicatio...)

https://www.ncbs.res.in/jobportal/online/262024/102407 (https://www.ncbs.res.in/jobportal/sites/default/files/pdf/job_applicatio...)

Tuesday, August 20, 2024

Reader/Assistant Professor/Assistant Investigator at iBRIC-inStem

 Institute for Stem Cell Science and Regenerative Medicine (iBRIC-inStem)

(An AI under Biotechnology Research and Innovation Council, Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science and Technology, Govt. of India) 
GKVK Campus, Bellary Road, 
Bangalore-560065 

Advertisement No. inStem/01/2024 

 The Institute for Stem Cell Science & Regenerative Medicine (www.instem.res.in), Bangalore is an autonomous institute under the Biotechnology Research and Innovation Council, the Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India. inStem’s mandate is to establish collaborative research programs in the field of stem cell biology, regeneration, and repair in development and disease, with translational emphasis. In order to develop strengths in focused areas, research at inStem is driven through collaborative interdisciplinary themes, addressing questions that are beyond the scope of a single laboratory. inStem shares a campus and research facilities with the Bangalore Life Sciences Cluster (BLiSC). The institute invites online applications from eligible and interested candidates in the scientific cadre on Direct Recruitment failing which by Deputation/ Absorption basis:- 

Position Details: Applications must include a CV and a well-articulated research plan that synergizes with inStem’s mandate. (https://www.instem.res.in/research). In particular, applicants interested in working collaboratively towards developing and/or applying new approaches and cutting-edge technologies that would lead to insight into fundamental aspects of stem cell biology and/or translation towards regenerative medicine, are preferred. In addition, the cover letter and research proposal should clearly articulate how the applicant’s research program will synergize with the research focus of inStem (https://www.instem.res.in/research). Applicants may write to instemheadres@instem.res.in. with any questions in this regard. 

Additional information: inStem has modern, well-equipped laboratories operating at international standards with excellent infrastructure support, geared to facilitate frontier stem cell science. In recognition of its scientific rigor and ethical integrity, inStem has been invited to the prestigious "Circle of Stem Cell Institutes & Centers" of the International Society for Stem Cell Research (ISSCR) (https://www.isscr.org/circle-of-stem-cell-institutescenters ). State-of-the-art facilities are easily accessible and are shared with BLiSc members NCBS, CCAMP, and TIGS. inStem promotes translational efforts through encouraging entrepreneurship activities by inStem investigators. Scientists/Researchers can benefit from the ecosystem, which has well-established mechanisms for interaction with industry, venture capitalists, and other professional bodies. inStem also provides international quality stem cell training (https://www.iscbi.org/post/instem-iscbi-training-workshop). Investigators are expected to undertake high-quality research and contribute to the mandate of the institute. Investigators are also expected to mentor Ph.D. students and postdoctoral fellows and contribute to the teaching and outreach activities of inStem. inStem Investigators are expected to apply for extramural grant funding but in the first instance, generous start-up support is provided. inStem Investigators have an excellent track record of securing prestigious fellowships and substantial extramural funding, which is encouraged. 

Compensation/ Pay Details: The post carries the Pay Levels as mentioned against each in the pay structure of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix (Entry Level) and other benefits which include Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance (in lieu of accommodation), Transport Allowance, Children Education Allowance, Leave Travel Concession, Medical Facilities applicable to the institute from time to time. The selected candidate will be covered under the National Pension System (NPS) 

Eligibility Criteria: 

Essential Educational Qualifications and Experience required for the post are as under: 

01/24 Reader/Assistant Professor/Assistant Investigator (Scientist-E) (Pay Level-13) 

Essential Qualification & Experience Ph.D. in life sciences or other Allied Sciences or equivalent with 8 years R & D experience including Ph.D, demonstrated by strong publications and successful funding of competitive extramural grants. Should be an outstanding scientist with a strong and exceptional research record with independent discovery research of a high quality. Should have a strong research record with a promise to contribute to the focused research at the institute and /or carry out their own discovery-driven research. 

Experience for Deputation: Scientists from Central/State Governments, Research Institutes, Autonomous Bodies, etc. 
(i) Holding analogous post on a regular basis in the parent Department or 
(ii) With 4 years’ service in Level 12 or equivalent in the parent cadre/ Department and possess the essential qualification & experience as mentioned above. 

02/24 & 03/24 Fellow-E/ Scientist-D (Pay Level 12) 

Essential Qualification & Experience Masters in Life Sciences/Engineering or Medicine or equivalent, with 5 years’ experience. Desirable: Ph.D. in Life Sciences or other Allied Sciences/ Should be an outstanding scientist with a strong and exceptional research record and intentions of collaborative/thematic research. Should have a strong research record with promise to contribute to the focused research themes at the institute and/or carry out their own discovery-driven research experience in the relevant field with the ability to foster interactions among basic scientists and clinicians 

Experience for Deputation: Scientists from Central/State Governments, Research Institutes Autonomous Bodies etc. 
(i) Holding analogous post on a regular basis in the parent Department or 
(ii) With 4 years’ service in Level- 11 or equivalent in the parent cadre/ Department and possess the essential qualification & experience as mentioned above. 

Sunday, August 18, 2024

Senior Research Scientist at JIPMER, Puducherry.

 AWAHARLAL INSTITUTE OF POSTGRADUATE MEDICAL EDUCATION AND RESEARCH (JIPMER) 

Puducherry-6 

Applications are invited from eligible candidates to work on the following post on a contract basis in a research project funded by an external agency at the Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), Puducherry, as per the details below. 

Name of post (number) Senior Research Scientist 

Likely duration One Year (extendable based upon the satisfactory performance of the subject; till completion of the project) 

Consolidated remuneration INR 1,25,000/- per month (Consolidated) 

Project title High performance host immune biomarker-based rapid tests for diagnosis and treatment monitoring of tuberculosis 

Funding Agency United Kingdom Health Security Agency (UKHSA) 

Project investigator (PI) Dr. Noyal Mariya Joseph PI’s department Department of Microbiology 

Nature of work/responsibilities and expectations 

 Coordinate with field team for sample collection from Tuberculosis (TB) patients. 
 Willing to travel with field team at the time of sample collection – Pondicherry and Tamil Nadu 
 Overall responsible for sample collection, -transport, -processing and -storage 
 Perform Mycobacterium culture, DST 1 st and 2nd line drugs, GeneXpert and Line probe assay 
 Perform molecular and immunological assays for detection of human blood immune biomarkers (mRNA and protein signatures) for diagnosis of pulmonary TB (PTB) and extrapulmonary TB (EPTB)  Should be involved in pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical procedures 
 Data collection & analysis, preparation of annual progress report and publications Eligibility criteria (Qualifications and experience) 

A. Essential: 

 PhD in Microbiology  Five years of post-PhD experience in Tuberculosis (TB) 
 The candidate should have demonstrated work experience (minimum one publication in PubMed indexed journal) in human blood based biomarkers for the diagnosis of PTB & EPTB. 
 Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking in Tamil B. 

Desirable: 
● Demonstrated experience (Publications in PubMed indexed journals) in non-tuberculous mycobacterium (NTM) and drug resistant Mycobacterium tuberculosis 
● Demonstrated experience (Publications in PubMed indexed journals) in MGIT, GeneXpert, Line probe assay, real-time PCR and ELISA for TB diagnosis and research 
● Experience in handling Indian-foreign collaboration projects in TB. 
● Field experience in TB research C. Maximum Age Limit: 40 years (as on last date of receipt of applications) 

Eligible and interested candidates may email the filled application form (attached), along with CV and supporting documents (scanned in one pdf) to the Email ID: jipmermicrotb@gmail.com 

Notes: 
1. Applications not in the prescribed format will not be processed or accepted. 
2. Please mention the name of the post applied for in the email subject line. 
3. The PDF file should be named as: “Candidate name_Post-name_year_application”. e.g. “James_SRS_2024_application”. 4. The last date for sending complete applications by email up to 4:30 PM on 23.08.2024. Applicants will be shortlisted based on the details furnished in the application, CV, and the documentary proof provided. The list of eligible candidates will also be displayed on the JIPMER website on 24.04.2024. The final selection will be based on CV, application, and written test/interview. 

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