Bioinformatics candidate can apply for Research Associate post at CTCRI

Recruitment of SRF purely on a temporary basis under Project entitled “Development of Statistical Machine Learning Tools for analysis of microarray gene expression data” Interview will be held at CTCRI HQ, PO: Sreekariyam, Thiruvanathapuram, Kerala on 05.07.2013 at 10.00 A.M. The Project duration is 2 years. The project is for the period is upto December 2013.
Post : RA
Duration : Upto 31.12.2013
Fellowship : Rs 16000/- pm + HRA
Essential Qualification : First class inM.Sc. Agrl. Statistics / MSc Bioinformatics
Desirable : Proficiency in English and working knowledge in Software packages like Perl, SAS, R and in web programming

Deadline : 05.07.13

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Traineeship available in Bioinformatics for M.Sc/M.Tech candidates at IARI

Walk-in-interview for the following temporary positions under NAIP and DBTfunded projects will be held on 11th July, 2013 at Agricultural Knowledge Management Unit (Formerly Unit of Simulation and Informatics), Ground Floor, LBS Building, Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi-110012 as scheduled:
PI : Dr. H. Chandrasekharan, Co-ordinator BIC under BTISnet
Name of Position : Traineeship
Period : Till 31st March 2014
Emoluments : Rs.5000 (consolidated)
Essential Qualification : M.Sc. / M.Techdegree in Bioinformatics. Those who have passed in 2012 or 2013 only apply.

Eligible candidates are requested to attend the interview along with the Biodata in the prescribed format and original certificates/ documents (Degree, Marks sheets, Work experience certificate). Other terms and conditions are:
Maximum age limit: (i) For RA- 40 years for male & 45 years for female (ii) For SRF – 35 years for male & 40 years for female.
Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC candidate as per ICAR norms.
No Objection and experience certificate from the current employer in case he/she is in employment
The above position is purely contractual, co-terminus with the project/scheme, and offered till March 31st, 2014. Selected candidate will not entitle to claim for regular appointments/absorption either in this institute or ICAR.
No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
Candidates may appear for walk-in-interview with bio-data, reprints of publication, thesis, reports etc., passport size photos, original certificates and attested photocopies of all certificates, mark sheet, degree and testimonials.
Candidates reaching after specified timing may not ordinarily be entertained.
Canvassing in any form will disqualify the candidature. The CPI’s are Director’s decision will be final and binding in all respects.

Date and Time of Interview : 11-07-2013

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SRF vacancy notification under "J. C. Bose Fellowship" scheme at NII, New Delhi

Advertisement for Walk in Interview for aSenior Research Fellow at NII, New Delhi
NAME OF THE POST : Senior Research Fellow (Project)
DURATION : For a period of 6 Months
NAME OF THE PROJECT : J. C. Bose Fellowship
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS : M.Sc. with 3 years Research Experience
JOB DESCRIPTION : Candidates should have knowledge of Cell Biology &molecular biology.
EMOLUMENTS : Rs.18,000/- per month plus 30% HRA. If Leading to Ph.D/NET/GATE qualified Otherwise Rs. 14,000/- per month + 30% HRA.
SCIENTIST NAME : Dr. Amitabha Mukhopadhyay, SS-VII Cell Biology-I,
SCIENTIST’S EMAIL : amitabha@nii.res.in

WALK IN INTERVIEW ON : 1st July, 2013

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Excellent opening for a Research Associate project post at IICB, Kolkata

Excellent opening for a Research Associate project post at IICB, Kolkata

Position : Research Associate(Project)
No. of Vacancies : 1
Name of the Project : "Therapeutics of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease(COPD) and related respiratory disorders(TREAT)"
Sponsor of the Project : CSIR
Name of the PI/Co-PI : Prof. Siddhartha Roy

Qualification required : Ph.D in Biotechnology or Biochemistry. Deserving candidates who have submitted their Ph.D thesis but not awarded may be considered as Extended Senior Project Fellow.
Desirable Experience : Working experience in Protein Chemistry, cell culture and handling instruments like Fluorescence Spectrometer etc. will be preferred.
Age Limit : 35 Years. If selected as Extended Senior Project Fellow then age limit will be 33 years.
Stipend : Rs.22,000 + HRA. If selected as Extended Senior Project Fellow, the candidate will be entitled to a fellowship of Rs. 18,000 + HRA.

Terms & Conditions : The engagement is purely temporary and, therefore, does not confer any right / claim implicit or explicit for regularization or absorption against any IICB / CSIR post. The age and qualifications will be reckoned as on the date of interview. The upper age limit is relaxable for SC / ST / OBC / PH and women candidates as per rules. Interested candidates fulfilling all the above conditions may appear for the walk-in-interview to be held on 01.07.2013 from 11.00 a.m. in the Conference Room with the following documents original and self attested copy - (1) Matriculation Certificate in support of your date of birth, (2) Degree/Diploma Certificate, (3) Original reprints of all testimonials regarding educational qualification, (4) No Objection Certificate from the employer if employed, (5) Ph.D certificate if awarded, (6) One Passport size photograph.

Walk-in Interview on : 01/07/2013

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Position available in the Proteomics Unit at C-CAMP /NCBS MS-Facility Centre for Cellular and Molecular Platforms NCBS-TIFR, Bangalore

Position available in the Proteomics Unit at C-CAMP/NCBS MS-Facility Centre for Cellular and Molecular Platforms NCBS-TIFR, Bangalore

Post : Research Personnel
Desirable : Candidate with hands on experience in mass spectrometry based proteomics (sample preparation, acquisition and interpretation of data and quantitative proteomics) using LC-MS/MS. However, highly motivated candidates willing to learn will also be considered.

Essential : Candidates should have good understanding of protein chemistry, proteomics, liquid chromatography and mass spectrometry. He/she should have good interpersonal and communication skills and willing to work as a team.
Qualifications : We are seeking for highly motivated candidates in the field of proteomics. Applicants should have M.Sc. /B. Tech in any discipline of life sciences. Experience in Mass spectrometry and liquid chromatography is preferred.

Duties : Writing SOP, sample preparation for proteomics, data acquisition and interpretation, maintenance and handling of LC and MS instruments.

Contact information : Interested candidates can send their CV to
Dr. Vikas Kumar /Ms. Jayashree R
Centre for Cellular and Molecular Platforms,
NCBS-TIFR, GKVK Post, Bellary Road, Bangalore 560065, India
Email: vikask (at) ncbs.res.in/ jayashreer (at) ncbs.res.in

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National Research Centre on Pig, ICAR, Guwahati has a JRF vacancy | Freshers eligible

National Research Centre on Pig, ICAR, Rani, Guwahati will hold a walk-in-interview on 05.07.13 at 11:00 AM for selection of temporary post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under the MOS &PI project entitled “Study on state-wise yield of meat and byproducts of cattle, buffalo, goat, sheep, pig and poultry”.

Post : JRF
Educational Qualification : B. V. Sc degree/ M.V. Sc in LPT/ VPH/ Microbiology /M. Sc. in Food Science
Desirable : Working experience in the relevant field/ Working knowledge in Computer application/NET qualification.
Interested candidates should bring their (bio-data, passport size photograph, one set of attested copies of certificate/marksheet/experience if any) and all original certificate, testimonials etc. Age limit of candidates as per rules. The posts is co-terminus with the project and shall be governed by ICAR regulations

Walk in Interview : 05.07.13

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IIITA/NBRC National Seminar on Human Brain - A Mystery Organ | August 20 - 21 2013

National Seminar on 'Human Brain - A Mystery Organ' August 20 - 21, 2013 Organized Jointly By Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Information Technology, Amethi(A campus of IIIT-Allahabad) & National Brain Research Center, Manesar

About the Seminar
With the help of Neuroscientists and related researchers, neuro physicians and cognitive scientists, the two day seminar intends to bring forth some of the interesting issues related to brain, generate awareness and encourage research in the associated fields. In particular, it focuses on spreading awareness among students, research scholars and society at large.

The major themes of the seminar are:
1. Biology of brain
2. Emotion, attention and perception
3. Concept formation
4. Executive functions and cognitive control
5. Disorders of brain and treatments
6. Neuroeconomics

Methodology
The deliberations of the Seminar would include presentations and discussions by experts and participants; group discussions and case studies, students papers, Medicals consultants and exhibition.

Participant Profile
This seminar will be particularly helpful to:
1. Researchers, research students of the field.
2. Prospective students who would like up this area
3. The society at large coming from rural and urban areas with curiosity to learn about brain

Timelines
Registration - Aug 20, 2013
Contribution of Papers - Aug 16, 2013
Nominal Support - Rs. 400.00
Student fee - Rs. 200.00

Venue
Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Information Technology,
Tikarmafi, Amethi
(U.P.) INDIA

TA/DA/Boarding and Lodging
The participants shall bear their TA/DA. IIIT-Allahabad may be contacted for making arrangement for accommodation, break fast and dinner at reasonable rates on payment. Those requiring such facilities may contact to Dr. Seema Shah,
Deputy Registrar (E), IIIT-Allahabad,
Deoghat, Jhalwa, Allahabad,
Phone: +91-532-2922027,
Fax: +91-532-2430006,
E-mail: seminarict@iiita.ac.in

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Anna University Workshop on Nano-herbal Technology | 8-12th July 2013

Centre for Nanoscience & Technology, Anna University, Chennai, in collaboration with Armats Biotek Pvt Ltd., announces a 5-days workshop on "Nano-herbal Technology" from 8th to 12th of July, 2013.
The workshop is about synthesis of silver/gold nanoparticles from medicinal plants and its therapeutic applications. Characterization of synthesized nanoparticles using UV, XRD, XRF, SEM,FTIR and AFM. The workshop also covers synthesis of magnetic nanoparticles from medicinal plants and its application in water purification.

Fee structure:
Students / Research Scholars : Rs.3000/-
Faculty : Rs.4000/-
Industry : Rs.5000/- On spot registration available.

Registration form is available on request through mail armatsbiotekstaffs@gmail.com/ 9790740621

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JRF vacancy for M.Sc Life Science with NET qualification at CFTRI

Applications are invited from eligible candidates for 1 [One] position of Junior Research Fellow on a temporary contractual basis in the research project entitled "Transcriptional regulation of N-methyltransferase gene (theobromine synthase) involved in caffeine biosynthesis in Coffea sp." funded by Department of Science & Technology, Government of India, New Delhi tenable at the Department of Plant Cell Biotechnology(PCBT), CSIR-CFTRI, Mysore, Karnataka.

Post : Junior Research Fellow
Essential Qualification : First Class M.Sc., in Biotechnology / Biochemistry / molecular biology / Botany with good academic records and should have been qualified for lecturership in National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by CSIR-UGC.
Emoluments : Rs.12,000/- per month for first two years and Rs.14,000/- per month in the 3rd year plus HRA as per DST/CSIR Rules.

Terms & Conditions :

Candidates should not have exceeded 28 years of age as on 09-07-2013 i.e. the last date of receipt of applications for the post.
Age limit shall be relaxable for statutory groups and women as per rule.
The engagement of JRF is exclusively for the above mentioned project.
The engagement will be contractual and on purely temporary basis in the project funded by DST, Govt. of India for a maximum period of three years and is co-terminus with the project, if the project terminates earlier.
The engagement under externally funded project does not confer any right/claim whatsoever either explicitly or implicitly on the appointee for regular appointment in CSIR/CFTRI, against any post or otherwise under any legal conditions precedent.
No TA/DA will be given to the candidates for attending the interview.
Eligible candidates may send their complete Bio-data with e-mail address/contact phone number along with attested copies of the necessary certificates to Dr. P Giridhar, Principal Scientist (email: parvatamg@yahoo.com) Department of Plant Cell Biotechnology, CSIR-CFTRI, Mysore - 570 020 on or before 09-07-2013.

Applications received after the due date (i.e., 09-07-2013) will be summarily rejected. The short-listed candidates will be informed about the date of interview and the venue through e-mail/post.

Deadline : 09.07.13

http://www.cftri.com/

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NIPGR inviting applications for project positions & institute's short-term research fellowships

Applications are invited from suitable candidates for filling up the purely temporary positions of (1) Senior Research Fellow (SRF) in the DBT sub-project entitled “Molecular characterization of variation of root system architecture among indica rice varieties” and (2) Research Associate (RA) in NIPGR “Short-Term Research Fellowships/Post-Doctorate Fellowships” programme, under the supervision of Dr. Ananda K. Sarkar, Scientist, NIPGR. The positions are purely temporary and are co-terminus with the project. The initial appointment will be for a period of one year, but can be curtailed or extended on the basis of assessment of the candidate and discretion of the Competent Authority.

Post : SRF / RA
Eligibility Criteria :

Senior Research Fellow (one post): Candidates having M. Sc./M. Tech. degree in Life Sciences/Biotechnology/Bioinformatics with at least 60% (equivalent) marks in master degree and a minimum of two years of Post M. Sc. research experience. Experience in rice research and Bioinformatics is desirable.
Research Associate (one post): Candidate having a Ph. D. degree in discipline of Life Sciences (including Biotechnology/Bioinformatics/Plant molecular biology) can apply. Experience in Bioinformatics (analysis of next gen sequencing, miRNA sequencing data) and/or molecular biology (including protein-protein and protein-DNA interaction) is desirable.
Fellowship : The Fellowship amount for the positions will be given as per project sanction/ NIPGR fellowship at par with the similar fellowships by DBT/DST.

NIPGR reserves the right to select the candidate against the above post depending upon the qualifications and experience of the candidate. Reservation of post shall be as per Govt. of India norms.

Eligible candidates may apply by sending hard copy of completed application in the given format with a cover letter showing interest and specifying the position along with attested copies of the mark-sheets, certificates and proof of research experience by registered post only. The applications should reach at the address given below within 15 days from the date of advertisement. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.

Dr. Ananda K. Sarkar
Staff Scientist
National Institute of Plant Genome Research(NIPGR),
Aruna Asaf Ali Marg, P. O. Box no. 10531
New Delhi-110 067

Deadline : 09.07.13

www.nipgr.res.in/

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