Thursday, March 22, 2012

Assistant Finance & Accounts Officer vacancy at IVRI, Izzatnagar


INDIAN VETERINARY RESEARCH INSTITUTE
IZATNAGAR (U.P.)
Advertisement No.01/2012
Applications are invited in the prescribed format and addressed to the Assistant Administrative Officer (E.I), IVRI, Izatnagar, Bareilly-243 122(U.P.) from the eligible candidates for recruitment to the post of Assistant Finance & Accounts Officer at Indian Veterinary Research Institute, Izatnagar/Mukteswar as per the details given below:
Name of the Post: Assistant Finance & Accounts Officer
No. of post: 2
Category: Reserved for SC – 01, Unreserved – 01
Scale of Pay: PB-2: Rs.9,300-34,800/- + Grade Pay: Rs.4600
Age Limit: 21-30 Years as on closing date, age relaxation, as per rules. The upper age is also relaxable up to 45 years in the case of regular employees of ICAR working in the Administrative category.
Educational Qualifications:
 Essential:
Graduation in any one of the following disciplines from a recognized University.
Discipline: Commerce/Mathmatics/Statistics/Economics/ Computer  Science/Operational Research/Finance/ Financial Management/ Accountancy.
Desirable: 1. Experience of Finance & Accounts work in Central or State Government Department/Autonomous body /PSU.
2. MBA degree and Knowledge of Computerized Accounting
FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER http://www.ivri.nic.in/jobs/AF&AOS.pdf

Walk-in interview for RA position at TRANSLATIONAL HEALTH SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY INSTITUTE (THSTI), Gurgaon


TRANSLATIONAL HEALTH SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY INSTITUTE
(An Autonomous Institute of the Department of Biotechnology, Govt. of India)
496, Udyog Vihar Phase III, Gurgaon – 122 016
Recruitment of Research Associate
Walk-in interview at TRANSLATIONAL HEALTH SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY INSTITUTE (THSTI), an autonomous Institute of the Department of Biotechnology under the Ministry of Science and Technology, Govt. of India.
A walk-in interview will be held to fill up the post of Research Associate (RA) in extra-mural project funded by the Department of Biotechnology.

Position: Research Associate (RA)
No. of positions: 2 posts
Emoluments (Rs.): 22000-24000 +HRA
Date and time of interview: 24th March, 2 PM to 5 PM

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER

JRF/SRF vacancy at TRANSLATIONAL HEALTH SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY INSTITUTE, Gurgaon


TRANSLATIONAL HEALTH SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
INSTITUTE
(An autonomous institute of the department of biotechnology, Govt. of India)
496, Udyog Vihar Phase III, Gurgaon – 122 016
Recruitment for SRF / JRF

The Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science & Technology (Government of India) has established the Translational Health Science and Technology Institute (THSTI), an autonomous institution, as a part of the interdisciplinary Health Biotech Science Cluster, in the National Capital Region. The institution is designed to be a dynamic and interactive organization with a mission to conduct innovative translational research and develop research collaborations across disciplines and professions to accelerate the extension of concepts to the improvement of human health.
THSTI has set up niche centres of research in a number of interface areas relevant to translational research namely, Vaccine and Infectious Disease Research Center (VIDRC), Pediatric Biology Center (PBC) and Centre for Biodesign (CBD).
Vaccine and Infectious Disease Research Center (VIDRC) has a mission to study infectious disease and pathogens and understand host-pathogen interactions at the molecular and cellular level with an aim to generate translational knowledge for developing prophylactic and therapeutic measures against diseases prevalent in India.
Pediatric Biology Center (PBC) will conduct hypothesis driven research on the biological basis of childhood health and diseases. The generated knowledge will be incorporated in THSTI institutional networks developing diagnostic and therapeutic modalities.
Centre for Bio design (CBD) will promote strategic basic research and an effective translational route of science into development of novel technology platforms, implants, devices, diagnostics and imaging. It will support a multidisciplinary approach of combining novel technological concepts and clinical expertise.
Applications are invited for the post of Sr. Research Fellow (SRF) and Jr. Research Fellow (JRF) from suitable candidates for various projects under THSTI:
Qualifications
SRF: Post Graduate Degree in Life Sciences with 2 years research experience.
JRF: Post Graduate Degree in Life Sciences / Pharmacology / Chemistry.
Emoluments
No: 1
Name of the Positions: SRF (3), JRF(6)
No of Positions Emoluments (in Rs.)
SRF: 18,000 + HRA(for 1st and 2nd year), 20,000 + HRA (for 3rd year)
JRF:16,000 + HRA (for 1st and 2nd year), 18,000 + HRA (for 3rd year)

GENERAL TERMS & CONDITIONS:
1. Appointment will be made on a contract for a period of 1 year at a time with a  possibility of extension on satisfactory performance review. There will be an initial probation period of 6 months that may be extended at the discretion of the competent Authority.
2. Interested candidates may apply to the Administrative Officer, Translational Health Science and Technology Institute, 496, Udyog Vihar Phase-III, Gurgaon, Haryana-122016 on a plain paper in the attached format duly enclosing the relevant certificates.
Information can also be obtained personally from the institute on telephone no. 0124-2876300.
3. Individual applications must be submitted for different positions.
4. Last date for receipt of applications will be 9th April, 2012.
5. All educational Professional and Technical qualification should be from a recognized Board/University.
6. The experience requirement specified shall be experience acquired after obtaining the minimum educational qualifications required for the post.
7. Persons working in Govt. or Public Sector undertaking should apply through proper channel or produce ‘No Objection Certificate’ at the time of Interview.
8. Incomplete applications will stand summarily rejected.
9. 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.
10. Interview will be held on 27th April, 2012. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview. The list of shortlisted candidates will be available on the THSTI website on 13th April, 2012. No separate intimation will be sent to the candidates.
11. Outstation SC/ST candidates called for the interview will be paid to & fro second class railway fare, as per Govt. of India rules on production of the proof of the same.
12. Number of positions filled will be as per the need and availability of the suitable candidates.
13. Canvassing in any form will be a disqualification.
14. The final result of the selection will be published on THSTI website or before 1st May, 2012.

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER

Various academic positions at Hindustan University, Chennai


JRF vacancy at Hindustan University, Chennai


Walk-In interview (27.03.2012 ) for project position at Department of Botany, University of Calcutta


University of Calcutta
Department of Botany
A walk in interview will be held on 27.03.2012 at 11.30 a.m. in the room of the Head, Department of Botany, University of Calcutta, 35 Ballygunge Circular Road, Kolkata – 700019 for appointment of a Laboratory Assistant in an ICMR sponsored major project entitled “The hunt for wild mushrooms of ethnic medicine systems used by different tribal population in West Bengal : Search the new source of antileishmanial agents with specific challenge against drug-resistant strain” sanctioned by Indian Council of Medical Research, New Delhi under supervision of Dr. Krishnendu Acharya of Department of Botany, University of Calcutta.
QUALIFICATION: M.Sc. in any branches of Life Sciences.
FELLOWSHIP: Rs.9480/- per month (fixed)
TENURE: 3 years. The post is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project.
Interested candidates are requested to appear before the interview board on 27.03.2012 at 11.30 with all the supporting documents in original and two sets of complete application furnishing biodata on plain paper with attested copies of testimonials.
No. TA / DA is admissible.
Interested candidates are requested to confirm there presence by sending email to Dr. Krishnendu Acharya. The e-mail ID is krish_papaer@yahoo.com
FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER

JRF position at NIPER,Mohali


National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER)
Sector- 67, S.A.S. Nagar (Mohali) – 160062
PROJECT VACANCY
WALK-IN-INTERVIEW
(Advt. No. 5/2012)
Applications are invited for one position of Junior Research Fellow under a project entitled “Molecular dynamics studies of the homology model of CYP1A1, structure based drug design and virtual screening of potential ligands that modulates the biological function of CYP1A1 ” sponsored by DBT, New Delhi, under the supervision of Dr. Abhay. T. Sangamwar Salary: Rs. 18,000/-pm for first two years and Rs. 20,000/- pm for third year plus HRA as applicable. Qualification: M.S. (Pharm.) Pharmacoinformatics/Medicinal Chemistry/Natural Products]; M.Tech. (Pharm.) (Bulk Drugs); M.Tech. (Bioinformatics).
Candidates with relevant experience in the project area will be preferred. The above position is purely temporary initially for one year and will be extended based on the performance of the candidate and to the satisfaction of project investigator. The walk-in-interview will be held on 22.03.2012 from 3.00 – 4:30 P.M. in the Conference Room, Secretariat Building of this Institute. Candidates should bring an application on plain paper, addressed to Director, NIPER with attention Dr. A. T. Sangamwar giving details of educational qualification, experience (if relevant) with name of the Institute, post held, etc. Names and contact details of at least two persons, who can be contacted for recommendation, should also be included. Application should be accompanied by demand draft for Rs. 50/- (Rs. 25/- for SC/ST/PH) in favour of “Director, NIPER”, drawn on any scheduled bank payable at Mohali/Chandigarh. Reservation of SC/ST and PH is as per GOI rules. No TA/ DA will be paid for attending the Walk-in-Interview.
FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER http://www.niper.gov.in/advt_5_2012.pdf

Scientist vacancy at NIN (ICMR), Hyderabad


NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF NUTRITION
(Indian Council of Medical Research)
TARNAKA, JAMAI-OSMANIA, HYDERABAD-500 007
NIN/PERS/SCH/2011-12/ Dated: 08-03-2012
WALK-IN-INTERVIEW
Eligible candidates are invited to attend a WALK-IN-INTERVIEW on the following dates at 9.30 A.M.  sharp for the following posts on the ad hoc research project entitled “Nutritive Value of Indian Foods – Integrated Indian Foods Composition Tables” at National Institute of Nutrition, Hyderabad. The essential qualification, experience, consolidated salary and service tenure are as under:
POST:  Scientist -C     2 Nos. (UR) Date of Interview: 03.04.2012
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS: 1st Class M.Sc/ 2nd Class M.Sc with Ph.D in Biochemistry /Life Science/ Analytical Chemistry with three years relevant laboratory experience.
DESIRABLE: Conversant with the handling of either of the instruments Fast HPLC/ HPLC/ICPMS/LCMS/AAS/Dumas Nitrogen Analyzer /Amino Acid Analyzer. or experience with in vivo / in vitro models for evaluating absorption and bio-availabilities of nutrients and beneficial food components. Minimum one to three years Laboratory experience in analysis of nutrients and bioactive substance in foods.
AGE: Below 40 years. Relaxation as per rules in case of SC/ST/OBC and PH Candidates.
CONSOLIDATED PAY: Rs.39,562/- p.m. (fixed) /- without any other allowances.
POST: Sr. Technical Assistant 4 Nos. (UR-1, OBC-1, SC-2) Date of Interview: 04-04-2012
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS: B.Sc with Chemistry and Biology as one of the subject
DESIRABLE: M. Sc. In Chemistry / Biochemistry / Zoology / Botany / Microbiology / Food Science / Food Science & Nutrition with experience in analysis of nutrients in foods. Experience in handling of Fast HPLC / HPLC / ICPMS / LCMS / AAS / Kjeldahi nitrogen analyzer, microwave ashing system, microwave digestion system, muffle furnace, sat boiling distillation system will be an added advantage. Minimum one to three years working experience.
AGE: Below 30 Years. Relaxation in case of SC/ST/OBC/PH Candidates as per G.O.I Rules
CONSOLIDATED PAY:Rs.26,183/- p.m. (fixed) without any other allowances.
TENURE: The project tenure is for two years. Dependent upon the funds position the appointment orders will be issued.
The candidates should bring all original certificates of educational qualification (from SSC onwards), experience/ SC/ST/OBC/PH certificate along with a photo and set of Photo copies duly attested for attending the Walk-in-Interview. The persons belonging to Other Backward Category should bring the O.B.C. (Non creamy layer) Certificate issued by the respective concerned Thehsildar/ M.R.O. specifically issued for the purpose of applying for Central Government post not later than three years. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the Interviews/Written Test. The Selected Candidates will be posted at the National Institute of Nutrition, Hyderabad; however they are required to undertake touring all over the country from time to time.
GENERAL CONDITIONS: The conditions of employment will be the same as are for the project staff on contract basis. The candidates have no right to claim for any regular employment at this Institute. The Director & Appointing Authority has the right to accept / reject any application without assigning any reason and no correspondence in this matter will be entertained.
FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER http://www.ninindia.org/03April_2012.pdf

Scientist vacancy at Kerala Forest Research Institute,Thrissur, Kerala


Kerala Forest Research Institute
(An Institution under the Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment)
Peechi - 680 653, Thrissur, Kerala
Ph: 0487 2690 100; Fax: 0487 2690 391
Advt. No. 01/03/12
Vacancies of Scientists
Kerala Forest Research Institute (KFRI) is a leading organization in the field of research in tropical forestry, biodiversity and sustainable bioresource utilization. To consolidate our position and to prepare for the emerging challenges in these areas, we invite dynamic and talented Scientists who are actively pursuing research in selected disciplines, to join our team. KFRI offers the CSIR scales of pay (Scientist B: Rs. 15600-39100 + grade pay Rs. 5,400/-and Scientist-E1 Rs. 15600-39100 + grade pay Rs. 7,600/-) to scientists.
VACANCIES: TOTAL 17 (SCIENTIST-B - 12, SCIENTIST-E1 - 5)
POST-01: Scientist-B (Tree Physiology)
QUALIFICATIONS: 1. M.Sc in Botany/Forestry with specialization in Plant Physiology
2. Ph.D in any one of the above subjects with specialization in Plant Physiology
DESIRABLE: Research experience in tree physiology in relation to climate change stress
POST-02: Scientist-B (Silviculture)
QUALIFICATIONS: 1. M.Sc in Forestry/Natural Resource Management
2. Ph.D in Forestry with specialization in any one of the areas specified (Silviculture/Forest Mensuration & Management/Natural Resource Management/Natural Forest Management/Urban  Forestry/Restoration
Forestry)
DESIRABLE: Research experience in silviculture in relation to natural resource management/restoration forestry
POST-03: Scientist-B (Forest Ecology)
QUALIFICATIONS: 1. M.Sc in Botany/Plant Ecology/Forestry
2. Ph.D in any one the above subjects with specialization in Plant Ecology
DESIRABLE: Research experience in ecosystem dynamics/climate change/Modeling
POST-04: Scientist-B (Wood Science)
QUALIFICATIONS: 1. M.Sc in Wood Science & Technology/Forestry/Botany
2. Ph.D in any one of the above subjects with specialization in Wood Science & Technology
DESIRABLE: Research experience in timber characterization/timber engineering/wood preservation
POST-05 : Scientist-B (Statistics)
QUALIFICATIONS: 1. M.Sc in Statistics
2. Ph.D in Statistics/Biostatistics/Genetical Statistics/Design of Experiments/Econometrics
DESIRABLE: Research experience in statistical experimental design in forestry
POST-06: Scientist-B (Forest Entomology)
QUALIFICATIONS 1. M.Sc in Zoology with specialization in Entomology
2. Ph.D in Zoology with specialization in Entomology
DESIRABLE: Research experience in forest entomology
POST-07: Scientist-B (Soil Science)
QUALIFICATIONS 1. M.Sc (Agriculture) with specialization in Soil Science & Agricultural Chemistry
2. Ph.D in Soil Science or Agricultural Chemistry
DESIRABLE: Research experience in ecohydrology/soil conservation in forest habitats
POST-08: Scientist-B (GIS)
QUALIFICATIONS: 1. M.Sc in any branch of Science
2. Ph.D in any branch of Science with specialization in GIS
DESIRABLE: Research experience in Web and Open GIS
POST-09: Scientist-B (Forest Protection)
QUALIFICATION: 1. M.Sc in Botany/Zoology/Agriculture/Environmental Science/Forestry
2. Ph.D in any of the above subjects with specialization in invasive alien species studies
DESIRABLE: Research experience in ecology and control of invasive alien species
POST-10: Scientist-B (Ecophysiology)
QUALIFICATIONS 1. M.Sc in Botany/Forestry/Environmental Science
2. Ph.D in any one of the above subjects with specialization in ecophysiology
DESIRABLE: Research experience in ecophysiology of natural and planted forests
POST-11 : Scientist-B (Landscape Ecology)
QUALIFICATIONS 1. M.Sc in Botany/Forestry/Environmental Science
2. Ph.D in any one of the above subjects with specialization in Landscape Ecology
DESIRABLE: Research experience in landscape level analysis of ecosystems, biotopes or ecological units
POST-12: Scientist-B (Forest Biotechnology)
QUALIFICATIONS 1. M.Sc in Biotechnology/any branch of life science
2. Ph.D in a field of biotechnology with special relevance to forestry
DESIRABLE: Research experience in application of molecular methods in biodiversity studies
POST-13: Scientist-E1 (Genetics & Tree Breeding)
QUALIFICATIONS 1. M.Sc in Plant Genetics and Plant Breeding / Botany /Forestry
2. Ph.D in any one of the above subjects with specialization in Genetics & Tree Breeding
3. Five years post doctoral experience in breeding systems, reproductive biology and conservation
POST-14: Scientist-E1 (Remote Sensing)
QUALIFICATIONS 1. M.Sc in Biological Science
2. Ph.D in any branch of Biological Science with specialization in Remote Sensing
3. Five years post doctoral experience in remote sensing in relation to forestry/landscape ecology
POST-15: Scientist-E1 (Forest Botany)
QUALIFICATION: 1. M.Sc in Botany
2. Ph.D in Systematics of lower groups of plants
DESIRABLE: Five years post doctoral experience in the ecology and diversity of lower groups of plants
POST-16: Scientist-E1 (Wildlife Biology)
QUALIFICATIONS: 1. M.Sc in Zoology/Wildlife Biology/Ecology/Forestry
2. Ph.D in any one of the above subjects with specialization in Vertebrate ecology / Wildlife conservation
3. Five years post doctoral experience in Vertebrate ecology/Wildlife genetics
POST-17: Scientist-E1 (Forest Pathology)
QUALIFICATIONS 1. M.Sc in Botany / Mycology / Plant Pathology /Agriculture
2. Ph.D in any one of the above subjects with specialization in Mycology/Plant Pathology
3. Five years post doctoral experience in Mycology in relation to natural ecosystems and tree diseases
AGE: 35 years on the closing date of application for Scientist-B and 40 years for Scientist-E1.
Age limit may be relaxed in the case of internal candidates and candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC as per the Kerala Government Rules
Community reservations for the positions will also be as per the Kerala Government Rules.  In the case of exceptionally meritorious candidates, relaxation in the requirements may apply. The Director reserves the right to fill or not to fill any or all the above positions. Eligible candidates may apply in the prescribed format which can be downloaded from the KFRI website: www.kfri.org. Employed persons may forward their applications through proper channel. However, an advance copy may be sent. Separate  applications must be submitted for each position. Application along with copies of certificates must reach the Registrar, Kerala Forest Research Institute, Peechi - 680 653, Thrissur, Kerala, India on or before 10  April 2012.
FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER http://www.kfri.org/

Hands on Training on Animal Cell Culture Techniques Programme (March 26-31, 2012),G.B. Pant University of Agri. & Tech. Uttarakhand, India


Hands on Training
on
Animal Cell Culture Techniques Programme
March 26-31, 2012
Institute of Biotechnology
(G.B. Pant University of Agri. & Tech.)
Patwadangar -263 128 (Nainital)
Uttarakhand, India
(An ISO 9001: 2008 Certified Institute)

There will be lectures on following topics by Eminent Scientists during the training programme.
1. Introduction and Design of Animal Cell Culture laboratory
2. Preparation of Animal Cell Culture
3. Primary Cell Culture: Principles and Methodology
4. Cell Lines: Sub Culture and Maintenance
5. Cell Culture Related Techniques
6. Applications of Animal Cell Culture Technology
Besides one lecture each day, there will be practicals on following topics:
1. Preparation of glassware and sterilization
2. Preparation of growth media, buffers etc.
3. Primary cell culture
4. Continuous cell lines
5. Detection of Cytopathology
TRAINING COURSE FEE: Rs. 2000/-.
REGISTRATION: Send your fee in the form of DD/ Local Bank’s Cheque in favour of Director, Institute of Biotechnology, payable at Nainital along with details in the following proforma:
1. Name: ……………………………………………………
2. Address:…………………………………………………
3. Phone & Email:…………………………………………
4. Qualification::……………………………………………
5. Experience, if any:………………………………………
6. Organization: ……………………………………………
(Note: Training course fee includes registration kit, lodging and manual on “Animal Cell Culture Techniques”. However, food charges will be paid as per actual and will be borne by trainees.
Registration will be done on first come first serve basis for only 10 seats.)
ABOUT THE INSTITUTE
The Institute of Biotechnology (erstwhile State Vaccine Institute established in 1903) at Patwadangar (located on Delhi- Nainital highway 9 km before Nainital in the State of Uttarakhand in India at an average altitude of 1600 meter). The Institute is well recognized in the area of Biotechnology and is a hub of Hand’s on Training activities in the frontier areas of Molecular Biology,
Biotechnology, Immunology, Medicinal and Aromatic plants and Chromatography. A number of trainings on Rabies, ELISA, Animal Cell Culture, Immunomodulation and Chromatography (HPLC),Zoonosis, PCR and related techniques, nanotechnology, Vermibiotechnology and Organic Farming, Clinical Research Management, Histopathology and Immunohistochemistry Techniques, Electrophoretic Techniques & Recent trends in Molecular Diagnostic Techniques etc. had already been organized which were attended by the Post Graduate students, PhD Scholars, Lecturers, Associate Professors from all over the country including Kerala, AP, Maharashtra, MP, Orissa, Punjab, Delhi, UP,Uttarakhand, Rajasthan, J&K etc. The Institute has a very strong research programme on following areas:
1. Development of vaccine and diagnostics of rabies using molecular techniques.
2. Antiviral, anticancer and antibacterial activities of herbs.
3. Immunomodulation using Bioprospective molecules from Panchgavya and herbs
4. Studies on reversal of antibacterial resistance of antibiotics.
5. Detection of pesticide residues and mycotoxins in food and feeds.
6. Vermibiotechnology.
HOW TO REACH
Patwadangar is situated 9 km before the Nainital on Kathgodam – Nainital Highway (NH 87); from Highway (Baldiakhan bus stop) , link road starts to Patwadangar which is situated at a distance of about 3 km. Kathgodam is well connected from Delhi, Kolkata, Dehradun through rail and road.
The nearest airport is at Pantnagar which is about 50 km from Patwadangar. One can reach through rail at Kathgodam or by air at Pantnagar Airport and then onward journey can be performed through bus/taxi. Distances to major places: Nainital (12 km), Kathgodam (29 km), Haldwani (34 km), Lalkuan (49 km), Delhi (290 km), and Dehradun (335 km).
CLIMATE
Patwadangar is located in Kumaon hills at a height of 1600 meters above sea level. Generally, climate remains cold and temperature never goes above 300 C in summer. While visiting this place, woolen clothes are often required. In winter, sometimes one can also see snowfall.
CONTACT:
Prof. R.S. Chauhan,
MVSc, PhD FNAVS, FSIIP, FIAVP, Diplomat ICVP, PDCR, ACPPM
Campus Director
Institute of Biotechnology
(G.B. Pant University of Agri. & Tech.)
Patwadangar-263128, Nainital
Uttarakhand: 05942- 241129, 241133, Tel: 05942-241231
FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER

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