Researcher post(Temporary) at Department Of Ecology & Environmental Sciences, Pondicherry University, Puducherry

DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES

PONDICHERRY UNIVERSITY

PUDUCHERRY 605 014 INDIA

G. Poyyamoli, PhD., Associate Professor

Email: gpoyya9@gmail.com  Ph: 0413‐2654325 Cell: 9994458960

Applications are invited for a temporary post of Researcher in Association pour le Dévelopment Economique Régional (ADER) sponsored project entitled “Studies on evolving an integrated coastal zone management policy / planning framework for Puducherry region”. The work involves extensive travel in Puducherry region, secondary data collection, interviews, organizing stake holder meetings, documentation etc.

Interested, highly motivated and committed candidates may submit their applications along with their resume (indicating postal address, email id, cell phone, scanned mark sheets/grades/ certificates from + 2 onwards, experience etc., testimonials and 2 referees with their email ids /cell phone numbers) on or before 21st Feb, 2012 to the undersigned by email /post and be prepared to attend an interview in the office of undersigned on a specified date to be intimated to the shortlisted candidates.

PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR: G Poyyamoli

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATION: MSc Ecology & Environmental Sciences/ Marine biology/Disaster management/Geography/Remote sensing/ MBA Environmental management/MSW/MSc Agricultural extension or any other related disciplines with at least 55% marks or equivalent grade, preferably with field experience.

DURATION OF THE PROJECT: about 4 months (till June end)

FELLOWSHIP: Rs. 7500/- per month (Consolidated) + field work allowance of Rs 1000/ per month

A separate interview call letter will be emailed /dispatched. No TA/DA will be given for attending the interview.

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER http://www.pondiuni.edu.in/sites/default/files/ecology090112.pdf

JRF, PA and Field Assistant posts at Rain Forest Research Institute, Jorhat

Advertisement No. 07/2012-JRF/JPF/PA/FA

Advertisement for JRF/JPF /PA/FA

Applications are invited for 01 post of JRF, 01 post of JPF, 01 post of PA and 01 post of FA to work under following ICFRE/ externally funded projects in Rain Forest Research Institute, Jorhat:

TITLE OF THE PROJECT & (NAME OF PI): Conservation , management and sustainable utilization of Rattans of Assam PI: Dr.T. N. Manohara

1.      POST: Junior Research Fellow (01)

QUALIFICATION: Essential: First Class M.Sc. in Botany/ Ecology/Life Sciences/ Forestry / Agriculture

Desirable: Knowledge of Computer application

 EMOLUMENT: Rs. 12000 + HRA as per rule

AGE LIMIT: 28 years as on Ist June 2012(5 years relaxation for  SC/ ST/ OBC/women)

DURATION: Up to March,2013

NATURE OF WORK:Involves extensive field work and needs frequent visit in Forest area and requires working in laboratory.

2.      POST: Field Assistant (01)

QUALIFICATION: Essential: B.Sc. with Botany/Forestry / Agriculture/ Life Sciences

Desirable: Knowledge of Computer application

EMOLUMENT: Rs. 7000/-(Consolidated)

AGE LIMIT: As Above

DURATION: Up to March,2013

NATURE OF WORK: Involves extensive field work and needs frequent visit in Forest area and requires working in laboratory.

TITLE OF THE PROJECT & (NAME OF PI): Assessment of Forest Types of India Nodal Officer :Dr. Ranjeet Kumar

1.      POST: Junior Project Fellow (01)

QUALIFICATION: First Class M.Sc. in Botany/Forestry / Agriculture.

Desirable: Working Knowledge in Computer application

 EMOLUMENT: Rs.12000/-(Consolidated)

AGE LIMIT: As Above

DURATION: Up to October, 2012

NATURE OF WORK:Involve extensive travel inforests area & Lab. Work

2.      POST: Project Assistant (01)

QUALIFICATION: B.Sc. Agriculture/ Forestry/Botany/Life Science

Desirable: Working Knowledge in Computer application

 EMOLUMENT: Rs. 9000/-(Consolidated)

AGE LIMIT: As Above

DURATION: Up to October,2012

NATURE OF WORK:Involve extensive travel inforests area & Lab. Work

The Posts are purely temporary. The Selected candidate may not claim for regular appointment at this Institute. The JRF/JPF/Project & Field Assistant will have to assist the P.I. in doing the different field /lab works. The walk-in-interview will be held on 30th January, 2012 in the Conference Hall of Rain Forest Research Institute, Jorhat, Assam. The Candidates are requested to report the reception between 9.30 AM to 10.30 AM and submit their applications on the prescribed format dully filled- up along with their complete BIO-DATA supported by one set of attested copies of certificates, marks sheets etc. A recent passport size of photograph must be affixed on the right top corner of their application.

Original Certificates must be produced at the time of Interview. Candidate may apply more than one post. The decision of the Director, RFRI, Jorhat will be final and binding in all the matter pertaining to screening, interview and final selection. No TA/DA will be admissible for appearing in the interview.

CONTACT PERSON:Group Coordinator (Research),

Rain Forest Research Institute

Jorhat, Assam

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER http://www.icfre.org/UserFiles/File/advertisement_job/RFRI-Detail-Advt-200112.pdf

Assistant Professor vacancy at Molecular Microbial Ecology Group, University of Copenhagen

Molecular Microbial Ecology Group

University of Copenhagen

POST: Assistant Professor for the Molecular Microbial Ecology Group 

The Molecular Microbial Ecology Group is recruiting an Assistant Professor. The position is for 2 years and funded through the Center for Environmental and Agricultural Microbiology (CREAM). The project will be carried out at Section for Microbiology, Department of Biology, University of Copenhagen. The position is to be filled as soon as possible.

 Horizontal gene transfer (HGT) is today recognized as being the most important factor for the rapid global dissemination of antimicrobial resistance. Plasmid-encoded antibiotic resistance giving rise to multi-resistant pathogenic bacteria may complicate the treatment of bacterial infections in humans. Recent data indicates that the soil resistome in areas with intensive agricultural activities has expanded during the antibiotic era. A direct role of metal contamination in soil on the build-up of antimicrobial resistance in bacterial communities has also been documented. However, little is still known about the mechanisms behind environmental and metal-based selection for antibiotic resistance.

 The position includes the study of various molecular mechanisms (plasmid donors and recipients, plasmid host range, regulation of transfer genes etc.) favouring or minimizing horizontal gene transfer in complex environments in order to screen for compounds that can reduce plasmid-borne spread of antimicrobial resistance. In addition, the molecular mechanisms behind expansion of the soil bacterial resistome will be further explored.

 The work will include the construction and design of several fluorescence marker-based molecular reporter systems. In addition, the candidate will be expected to develop high throughput screening assays for measuring HGT using flow cytometry.

Apart from the research and publication of scientific data the candidate is also expected to contribute with relevant teaching in the group, including the supervision of students. The candidate will also receive supervision and relevant pedagogical training to improve his/her own teaching and communication skills.

 QUALIFICATIONS

We are looking for a skilled and competent molecular biologist with experience in DNA cloning, flow cytometry and DNA sequencing.

·         Ph.D. in microbiology, molecular biology or a similar degree

·         Documented experience within several gene-cloning techniques and molecular biology techniques in general.

·         Experience with transposon-based systems for random and site-specific mutagenesis is required.

·         It is preferred that the candidate has a good knowledge of plasmid biology, microbiology and bacterial genetics.

·         The candidate is required to have practical experience with flow cytometry and activated cell sorting (FACS).

·         Experience with 16S amplicon pyrosequencing is an advantage.

·         The candidate is required to have documented experience with teaching at university level.

·         Able to cooperate well with colleagues and enjoy both teamwork and cross-functional cooperation.

 APPLICATION:

The application must contain:

·         Motivated letter of application

·         Curriculum vitae

·         List of publications

·         Transcript of university examinations (in English)

·         Documentation of teaching experience at university level

·         Contact details of 2 persons for references

 An assessment committee will evaluate the applications. The applicant will be notified of the composition of the committee. Each applicant will receive the part of the evaluation that concerns her/him. The main criterion for selection will be the research potential of the applicant. In addition experience with the effects of climate change on microbial processes in soil will be an advantage.

 Terms of appointment and payment in accordance to the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and The Danish Confederation of Professional Associations (AC). The salary is based on seniority and is currently between 31.400 kr. and 33.000 kr. plus pension contribution and possibility to negotiate further supplement.

The University of Copenhagen wishes to reflect the diversity of society and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.

 For further information about the position, contact: Professor Søren J. Sørensen sjs@bio.ku.dk . Please do not send your application to this address.

 APPLICATION PROCEDURE

We must have your online application by January 3rd, 2012. Please open the link (see below) and fill in the application form.

Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

Apply online

 Deadline: 03-01-2012

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER http://www.ku.dk/english/available_positions/vip/

Research Group Leader vacancy at Max Planck Institute for Chemical Ecology, Jena , Germany

Department of Entomology, Max Planck Institute for Chemical Ecology

POST: Research Group Leader (m/f)

The Department of Entomology at the Max Planck Institute for Chemical Ecology invites applications for the position of Research Group Leader in the area of chemical sequestration and detoxification strategies in insects.

RESEARCH AREA

The research will focus on compounds made by plants for their chemical defense against herbivores, on the means by which specific insect herbivores sequester those compounds for their own chemical defense against predators and parasites, and the mechanisms by which the herbivores regulate these defenses by balancing detoxicative and biosynthetic pathways.  The group will have access to equipment and research facilities of the Department of Entomology and analytical capabilities of the Research Groups of Biosynthesis/NMR and Mass Spectrometry/Proteomics as well as the extensive greenhouse facilities of the Institute.

REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must possess a PhD and postdoctoral experience in the research area.

OFFER

The appointment will be made for five years in the first instance.

The Max Planck Society is an equal opportunity employer.

The application deadline is 20 January 2012.  Successful applicants should be prepared to participate in a selection symposium held on 14 February 2012 in Jena.

Informal inquiries are welcome and should be sent to Prof. Dr. David G. Heckel, Director (heckel@ice.mpg.de). Detailed information on the Institute can be found at http://www.ice.mpg.de/

Candidates should send a cover letter stating research interests and experience, detailed curriculum vitae, publication list, description of proposed research, and names and E-mail addresses of two referees, and have two letters of reference sent to:

Ms. Katrin Salzmann-Böhmer

Department of Entomology

Max Planck Institute for Chemical Ecology

Hans-Knöll-Str. 8

07745 Jena

Germany

ksalzmann@ice.mpg.de

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER http://www.mpg.de/4733021/Research_Group_Leader