Recruitment of Proposal Writing Officer at ICARDA, Aleppo, Syria

International Center for Agricultural Research in the Dry Areas (ICARDA)

PO Box 5466, Aleppo, Syria

Tel +963 21 2213433, 2225112

www.icarda.org

POST: Proposal Writing Officer

POSITION SPECIFICATION: Internationally Recruited Position (P Level)

REPORTS TO:Head, Project Development and Grants Management Unit (PDGMU)

CLOSING DATE:31 January 2012

LOCATION: Aleppo, Syria

Main purpose of the position: The Proposal Writing Officer is a member of the team of the Project Development and Grants Management Unit who will provide support to the Center in facilitating the development of quality project proposals with ICARDA researchers and their partners.

ABOUT ICARDA

The International Center for Agricultural Research in the Dry Areas (ICARDA) is an international autonomous, non-profit, research center based in Aleppo, Syria, supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR). We are committed to the improvement of livelihoods of the resource-poor in dry areas by enhancing food security and alleviating poverty through agricultural research, and the equitable use and conservation of natural resources. For more details: www.icarda.org

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Formulate, review, edit and ensure the quality of project proposals developed based on:

 The priorities identified by the institutional resource mobilization strategy.

 Response to donors’ indications of interest.

 Strengthen the Center’s capacity in project design and management including training of researchers and project managers.

Work closely and effectively with concerned ICARDA’s scientists to ensure the timely and quality submission of project proposals.

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

 An advanced research degree (Masters or PhD) in agriculture, international development or related field associated with ICARDA’s research programs.

 Minimum of five years of relevant experience in drafting proposals for programs and projects related to agriculture/rural development.

 Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.

Proven track record in development of successful project proposals in non-profit setting.

 Familiarity with international donors and investors, and their funding opportunities.

 Familiarity with use of log frame in formulation of projects.

Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work in a team and in a multicultural international environment.

 Excellent analytical, information management and quantitative skills.

TERMS OF APPOINTMENT, SALARY AND BENEFITS

This is an Internationally Recruited Position (I nternationally Recruited Staff)

The initial contract will be for 3 years, of which the first year will be probationary period.

Subsequent employment is decided based on the merit and productivity of the staff member, and continued need for the position.

How to apply

Please apply online at www.icarda.org/iea/ by 31 January 2012.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from women.

Applications will be acknowledged, but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Assistant Scientist (Biometrics) vacancy at International Rice Research Institute

INTERNATIONAL RICE RESEARCH INSTITUTE

POST:ASSISTANT SCIENTIST - Biometrics (PRS-2011-250-GY)

 REFERENCE NUMBER: PRS-2011-250-GY

 APPLY BY: 02 January 2012

To provide support to conduct basic population studies and quantitative genetic analyses including linkage and association mapping, develop analytical pipelines/packages for population and quantitative genetic analysis, training scholars and NRS in application of quantitative genetics

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop analytical pipelines and/or packages for population and quantitative genetic analysis

• Prediction of genetic merits/breeding value using phenotyping, genealogy and molecular data and develop selection indexes for various breeding objectives

• Develop training materials (i.e., handouts, exercises, slides, and transparencies) for quantitative genetics and plant breeding courses offered through in-house and in-country training. Act as resource person in training programs for NARES scientist

• Provide technical assistance and works closely with researcher, from within and outside IRRI, in all aspects of genetic design, analysis, and interpretation to ensure statistically valid and sound research results. Develop R subscripts to access efficient and reliable analytical methods

• Assist in other activities as assigned by the supervisor

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• MS in Plant/Animal Quantitative Genetics or Biometrics

• At least 3 years experience in plant/animal genetic analysis or related areas

• Knowledge in classical and modern genetic analysis methods; proficiency in statistical programming (i.e. R, SAS) and system maintenance; ability in training scientist and researchers on quantitative genetics/statistical concepts and theories and their applications to agricultural research; ability to acquire and learn new statistical methods and techniques through self-study; good interpersonal and human relation skills; good oral and written communication skills

Screening will start on 02 January 2012 and will continue until a suitable candidate has been found.

Please indicate the position reference number in the e-mail subject line. IRRI regrets that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

IRRI provides a multicultural work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, teamwork, and respect for diversity, with a competitive compensation and benefit package. Women are encouraged to apply.

Join us to deliver rice science for a better world

Interested candidates should apply online (click apply now). Should you encounter problems applying online please email at IRRIrecruitment@irri.org

APPLY NOW

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER

 http://irri.org/index.php?option=com_jobboard&view=job&id=401&catid=&lyt=table

Recruitment for Director(CGIAR Research Program on Dryland Systems) post

Do you want to improve lives in the world’s dry areas?

Recruitment for: Director - CGIAR Research Program on Dryland Systems

Creating new approaches for Integrated Agricultural Production Systems for Food Security and Better Livelihoods in the Dry Areas

Opportunity for an outstanding research manager to lead an innovative global research program on dryland agricultural systems.

Internationally Recruited Position. Please apply online at www.icarda.org/iea/  by January 9, 2012

THE CHALLENGE

The Dryland Systems Research Program is a major new effort to speed up the identification, testing, and delivery of solutions to increase food and nutrition security, and improve livelihoods in the world’s most fragile agro-ecosystems.

Current reductionist, piecemeal, and single-dimension research approaches to improve agriculture in low-income countries are no longer effective. If you share this feeling and are a dynamic manager who has produced and led innovative research on agriculture and livelihoods in dryland systems, we encourage you to apply.

The Dryland Systems Program starts early 2012. Its integrated agro-ecosystems approach should develop research to produce solutions to benefit low income countries and their rural communities. It combines knowledge from applied research using the latest innovation system  approaches,communication and knowledge sharing strategies, and tools.

The Program’s new thinking and findings will be harnessed to create measurable, sustainable, and large scale impact on rural livelihoods.

The Program has a growing annual budget of over $ 40 million. Details are available at:

http://www.icarda.org/crp11_proposal_19july/index.htm

YOUR ROLE:

In consultation with partners and stakeholders you will develop the research portfolio to achieve clearly defined results. This involves coordinating the inputs and results of the work of implementation teams, and effective management of partnerships. Project management and building of an extensive network of collaborators and partners are critical success factors.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure effective and efficient implementation of the Program to achieve its objectives meeting qualitative and quantitative standards and ensure timely and highquality reporting on the Program.

• Coordinate the inputs of implementation teams in the targeted regions.

Lead resource mobilization efforts.

• Ensure scientific excellence and global influence of the Program.

• Ensure effective partnerships with research and development partners.

• Represent the Program globally to ensure high visibility and to create positive views of investors, stakeholders,and the public.

WHAT WILL YOU NEED TO BRING TO THE POSITION?

• PhD degree in a discipline relevant to the Program with broad knowledge, preferably of agricultural production systems in the drylands of developing countries.

• Minimum of 10 years international experience at senior management level. At least 5 years’ experience should be in leading multi-country and multi-disciplinary large projects.

• Proven sustainable impact of your research and development initiatives.

• Proven leadership skills in a multi-disciplinary and multicultural environment.

• A successful track record of mobilizing resources from diverse sources.

• Excellent negotiation and team-building skills.

• Excellent command of spoken and written English and communication skills.

TERMS OF APPOINTMENT, SALARY AND BENEFITS

The Posting can be either at the headquarters or at one of ICARDA`s Regional Offices

The initial contract will be for 3 years and renewable based on performance. For more details: Terms of APPOINTMENT-Internationally Recruited position at P Level.

Project leader(Conservation Agriculture) Post at ICARDA, Syria

International Center for Agricultural Research in the Dry Areas (ICARDA)

PO Box 5466, Aleppo, Syria

Tel +963 21 2213433, 2225112

www.icarda.org

POST: Project Leader – Conservation Agriculture

POSITION SPECIFICATION: Internationally Recruited Position (P Level)

REPORTS TO:The Director, Diversification and Sustainable Intensification of Production Systems Program, ICARDA

CLOSING DATE: 12 January 2012

LOCATION: Aleppo, Syria or at  one of ICARDA’s West Asia Regional Programs in Amman, Jordan.

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

The project leader will be responsible for the overall management of the project,Development of Conservation Cropping Systems in the Drylands of Northern Iraq(CIM/2008/027 to ensure the realization of its aim, outcomes and component objectives.

This will include management of the research, development and training components of the project in collaboration with partner institutions in Iraq and Australia. The project is funded by the Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research (ACIAR) and the Australian Agency for International Development (AusAID).

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

The project leader will be responsible to:

·         Manage and coordinate all activities to ensure effective implementation as per the Project Document and annual work plans.

·         Monitor and ensure the timely and quality implementation of the project activities and delivery of outputs.

·         Provide needed technical backstopping to partner national institutions in thematic areas of the project.

·         Build and maintain strong partnerships with partner institutions and inside ICARDA at all stages to enhance the success and impact of the project.

·         Publish in ISI peer-reviewed journals and prepare reports, training materials, and other documentation as required.

·         Ensure linkage and coordination of the research and training components of this project with the DSIPS Research Program and CRP1.1 on Dryland Systems.

·         Coordinate and arrange annual Project Steering Committee, Technical Committee meetings, and other reporting/planning meetings.

·         Ensure submission of high quality and timely reports to the funding agencies involved and other required stakeholders.

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

PhD in Agronomy or a field related to crop management, preferably with relevant experience in conservation agriculture and system approaches.

 Background in crop, soil, weed and water management in the context of conservation agriculture.

Minimum 8 years’ experience in successful management of multi-disciplinary agricultural research-for-development projects in developing country environments.

 Research excellence with a proven record of scientific publications, especially in ISI peer-reviewed journals.

 Experience in preparation of proposals and successful fund-raising.

 High-level interpersonal and communication skills.

 Proven ability in project planning, organizing, consensus building, negotiation and networking.

 Proven ability to coordinate and build teamwork among collaborating institutions.

Fluency in English is essential.

TERMS OF APPOINTMENT, SALARY AND BENEFITS

This is an Internationally Recruited Position (Internationally Recruited Staff)

The initial contract will be for 3 years, of which the first year will be probationary period.

Subsequent employment is decided based on the merit and productivity of the staff member, and continued need for the position.

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply online at www.icarda.org/iea/  by 12 Jan 2012

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from women.

Applications will be acknowledged, but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Executive secretary post(Agricultural Sciences) at Association of Agricultural Research Institutions in the Near East and North Africa(AARINENA)

The Association of Agricultural Research Institutions in the Near East and North Africa,(AARINENA)

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT for the Position of AARINENA Executive Secretary

(http://www.aarinena.org/)

POST: Executive Secretary

The Association of Agricultural Research Institutions in the Near East and North Africa,(AARINENA) was established in 1985 to strengthen cooperation among national, regional and international agricultural research institutions and centers through dissemination and exchange of information, knowledge and experiences .

PROFILE REQUIREMENT OF THE EXECUTIVE SECRETARY:

The Executive Secretary of the Association is appointed by the Executive Committee among the qualified and well experienced scientists from the region with a PhD degree in agricultural sciences. The applicants should have credentials in agricultural research and regional and international collaboration and be fluent in English and preferably in Arabic as well. Under the overall supervision of the President, the Executive Secretary should take all necessary actions to implement the decisions of the triennial General Conference and the Executive Committee and to manage and run the day-to-day functions of the Association. The Executive Secretary shall specifically have the following duties and responsibilities:

·         Organize conferences, workshops, training programs and any other meetings upon the request

of the Executive Committee.

·         Organize the triennial General Conference and Executive Committee meetings, prepare the minutes and arrange for the publication, distribution and preservation of the reports and proceedings of all meetings of the Association.

·         Prepare the Association's work plan and budget, propose joint work programs and activities with other regional and international organizations and ensure the coordination of all activities among the members of the Association.

·         Committee or President in coordination with the NARSs involved and the partner research and development institutions/agencies within and outside the region and to communicate and follow-up with the relevant donors to fund the projects for implementation.

·         Provide support and follow-up with the Coordinators of the Networks established by the Association to facilitate and ensure their operation and prepare periodic reports on their performance for the assessment by the Executive Committee.

·         Manage the financial affairs of the Association and, in particular, collect annual membership fees and receive any other financial contributions to the Association, account for all funds received, make payments in accordance with policies established by the General Conference and the Executive Committee and submit audited accounts to the trienel General Conference.

·         Arrange publication of the Association's Newsletter and technical reports and provide documentation services to facilitate easy access to needed information on agricultural research in all sub-regions.

·         Undertake any other duties entrusted to him by the President or the Executive Committee.

APPOINTMENT AND SALARY:

The Executive Secretary will be appointed by the Executive Committee according to AARINENA’s rules and regulations. Initial appointment will be for four years based on the annual performance assessment by the Executive Committee (with possible extension to a maximum of 4 years for a total of 8 years). The salary and benefits will be negotiated and set by the Executive Committee based on the location of the

Association Secretariat.

DEADLINE TO RECEIVE APPLICATIONS IS 31 JANUARY 2012

APPLICATION:

Please submit a letter of interest, substantiating your suitability for the position together with curriculum vitae, photocopies of supporting documents and the names of three professionals (including telephone and facsimile numbers, and e-mail addresses) who could provide references upon request.

The application must be sent under confidential cover latest by 31 January 2012 to AARINENA Secretariat, C/O ICARDA West Asia Regional Program. P.O Box 950764, Amman 11195, Jordan. Tel: +962- 6 -5525750, Fax: +962-6-5525930 and email: I.hamdan@cgiar.org . Kindly note that only the shortlisted applicants meeting the above requirements will be contacted and called for interview by the Search Committee in March 2012.

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER

http://icardablog.files.wordpress.com/2011/12/aarinena_vacancy_announcement1.pdf

Climate Change and Policy Associate Scientist vacancy at World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF), Cameroon

World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF)

POST: Climate Change and Policy Associate Scientist

SUBMITTED BY: 15 January 2012

LOCATION: Yaounde, Yaounde, Cameroon

EMPLOYER: World Agroforestry Centre

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 2 weeks

CONTACT: HR URL: http://www.worldagroforestry.org

We are looking for a Climate Change and Policy Associate Scientist to be based in Yaounde, Cameroon. The selected candidate will be required to travel within the region to the country offices of the different nodes and within the ASB platform network.

THE POSITION

Under the direct supervision of the Regional Coordinator, the incumbent will have the following responsibilities:

Research

1.    Carry out and contribute to research in the areas of climate change mitigation and adaptation, Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Degradation (REDD+), Reducing Emissions from All Land Uses (REALU), payment for environmental services (PES), sustainable land management, and biodiversity conservation as their link to agroforestry

2.    Lead and coordinate ICRAF-related ASB Partnership activities in the West and Central Africa Region

3.    Coordinate and support development of methodologies for climate-related forest policy and other land uses

4.    Analyze existing policies and potential policy reforms in terms of their impact on climate change debates at national and international levels

5.    Carrying out thematic action research at landscape scale to evaluate the impact of climate change policy instruments in achieving landscape connectivity and in reducing deforestation and degradation

6.    Publish outputs in high quality publications, including peer-reviewed journals, extension technical notes and policy briefs

7.    Supervise graduate students in  research in one or more of the above mentioned areas

Policy, capacity building in the area of climate change, REDD+ and payment of environmental services

1.    Promote links to regional forestry and environmental management policies

2.    Actively engage in the development of relevant policy for agroforestry development  through science-policy processes

3.    Contribute technical expertise  in the development of  REDD demonstration activities in the ASB benchmarks

FUNDRAISING AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT

1.    Develop project concepts (seeking opportunities for proposals, developing proposals, follow ups) and raise resources for research activities in the West and Central Africa region

2.    Assist the Regional Coordinator in steering and managing specific projects

REQUIREMENTS

1.    PhD in Agricultural Economics, Rural Sociology, Ecology, Resource Management, Forestry, Soil Sciences or a related discipline

2.    Minimum of 5 years experience in forest management, monitoring and evaluation of landscape agroforestry and livelihoods

3.    Sound experience and skills in REDD and climate change issues

4.    Good skills in conceptualisation, communication, writing and reporting

5.    Experience in the preparation of donor reports

6.    A good publications track record

7.    Good database development and management skills

8.    Competence in basic computer applications including statistical packages

9.    Good geographic information systems and remote sensing skills

10.    Ability to work independently in a multidisciplinary team and a multicultural environment

11.    Proficiency in spoken and written English and French

12.    Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

13.    Working experience in the West and Central Africa Region will be an added advantage

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

The World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF) is an equal opportunity employer offering a competitive salary and benefits package. The appointment will be for an initial period of two (2) years with nine (9) months probation period, with potential for extension and renewable subject to assessment of performance and availability of funds. The organization offers a collegial and gender-sensitive working environment, believes that staff diversity promotes excellence, and strongly encourages applications from qualified women.

Applicants are invited to send a cover letter illustrating their suitability for the above position and detailed curriculum vitae, with names and addresses of three referees (including telephone, fax numbers and email address). All correspondence should be addressed to the Human Resources Unit, World Agroforestry Centre, P.O. Box 30677, 00100 Nairobi, Kenya. Applications can also be sent via email to: icrafhru@cgiar.org. Applicants should indicate “Application for a Climate Change and Policy Associate Scientist – ASB-ICRAF/WCA” on the application letters or email submissions.  Applications will be considered until 15 January 2012 or until the position is filled.

The World Agroforestry Centre, supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR), carries out research to generate science-based knowledge about the complex role that trees play in agricultural landscapes and uses its research to ensure that policies and practices benefit the poor and the environment. Our vision is an 'agroforestry transformation' in the developing world—a massive increase in the use of trees on landscapes by smallholder rural households to ensure security in food, nutrition, income, health, shelter and energy, and a regenerated environment. Headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, the organization conducts research in 23 countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America.

The West and Central Africa (WCA) Regional Office based in Yaounde, Cameroon covers a vast geographical area comprising 21 countries with a population of 330 million and a surface area of about 1200 million hectares. The region’s activities are carried out in the Sahel, Upper Guinea and in the Humid Tropics Zones where significant potential exists for ICRAF and partners to contribute to reduction of poverty, hunger and malnutrition among the rural poor communities.

Only shortlisted applicants meeting the above requirements will be contacted.

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER http://www.worldagroforestry.org/   or http://www.worldagroforestry.org/careers/climate-change-and-policy-associate-scientist

Chief executive officer vacancy at The Wellcome Trust/DBT India Alliance

The Wellcome Trust/DBT India Alliance

POST: CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

The Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India and The Wellcome Trust, London, UK have established a partnership to fund biomedical research in India. Operated as an independent, public charitable trust, based in Hyderabad, The goal of the India Alliance is to deliver a programme of research fellowship schemes aimed at supporting current and future leaders of Indian biomedical science and clinical or public health researchers.

Applications and nominations are invited for the post of Chief Executive Officer from Indian citizens and non-resident Indians (NRIs), who should be biomedical scientists or clinical or public health researchers with an outstanding record of success and achievement along with excellent leadership and managerial qualities.

The post offers the chance to lead and develop an exciting grant funding programme in biomedical, clinical and public health research that will have an annual expenditure of up to £16 million.

The candidate should have:

·         an in-depth understanding of the Indian biomedical, clinical and public health research environment.

·         demonstrated leadership and motivational skills.

·         effective ambassadorial and influencing skills.

·         credibility with senior stakeholders in other organisations.

·         a strong command of the English language.

The appointment will be on contract basis for a period of five years, which will be extendable for a further term. Salary will be competitive and commensurate with experience and skills.

Applications must include a curriculum vitae including telephone, fax and email address, present position and salary (with total emoluments), and a 500-word summary of the candidate’s view of the state of biomedical, clinical and public health research in India, and should be submitted to:

Dr S Natesh

Senior Advisor (Scientist-H) and

Trustee, The Wellcome Trust/DBT India Alliance

Department of Biotechnology

Ministry of Science & Technology

Block-2, CGO Complex

Lodhi Road, New Delhi - 110 003

e-mail: natesh.dbt@nic.in, wtdbt@wellcome.ac.uk

Mark the envelope: “Application for the post of CEO, WT/DBT India Alliance”, and send to arrive by 20.01.2012. Interviews will be held in New Delhi and the short-listed candidates will be informed of the date.

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER

 http://dbtindia.nic.in/writereaddata/13244778101_CEO%20Advt%20revised.pdf

Workshop on Research Methodology for Under Graduate Medical Students at IOCP, Noida

BIOSTATISTICS AND EPIDEMIOLOGY TRAINING CENTRE (BETC)

INSTITUTE OF CYTOLOGY AND PREVENTIVE ONCOLOGY

ICMR, Department of Health Research (MOHFW)

I-7, Sector-39, NOIDA (UP) – 201301

ANNOUNCEMENT OF ONE DAY SEMINAR

WORKSHOP ON RESEARCH METHODOLOGY FOR UNDER GRADUATE MEDICAL STUDENTS

Workshops are scheduled as follows:

Workshop no. 1 - 27th DEC’2011

Workshop no. 2 – 30th Dec 2011

Workshop no. 3 – 5th Jan 2012

COURSE TITLE: Orientation in Medical Research Methodology

COURSE FEE: Rs. 200/-(Cash payment at registration)

DURATION: 1 day (as scheduled above).

VENUE: ICPO(ICMR), NOIDA

Enrollment may be made for any one of the workshops by sending E-mail request at labani_icpo@hotmail.com

The number of participants for the course is limited to 40 and enrollment is purely on first come first served basis. If participants limit exceeds for any workshop, then these will be adjusted for other workshops. Students applying for short term studentship in ICMR given preference. Registration for workshop is at 9 am on the scheduled day of workshop by cash payment of Rs. 200/- at work shop venue of ICPO Noida. Participants will be served working lunch & Tea.

COURSE CONTENTS:

Steps in protocol preparation, Types of studies (descriptive epid & analytical), sampling, sample size, data collection methods, approach of statistical evaluation and ethics in medical research. Descriptive statistics, concept of p-values and confidence intervals.

Send the requests by email with a brief half page bio-data specifying college, city email address and mobile contact number and workshop #in which enrollment is sought at labani_icpo@hotmail.com

Dr. Labani Satyanarayana

Course Co-ordinator and Scientist F

Biostistics and Epidemiology Training center

Institute of Cytology & Prev Oncol(ICMR)

I-7 Sector-39 I-7,

NOIDA –201301

Ph. No.0120-2500921

Dr. Ashok Seghal

Director- In-charge

Institute of Cytology & Prev Oncol

Indian Council of Medical Research

Sector-39 ,NOIDA- 201301

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER http://icmr.nic.in/icmrnews/workshop/icpo_workshop.pdf

Course on Application of Statistical Softwares in Medical Research at BETC, Institute of Cytology and Preventive Oncology, Noida

BIOSTATISTICS AND EPIDEMIOLOGY TRAINING CENTRE (BETC)

INSTITUTE OF CYTOLOGY AND PREVENTIVE ONCOLOGY

ICMR, Department of Health Research (MOHFW)

I-7, Sector-39, Near Noida City Centre Metro Station, NOIDA (UP) – 201301

Course title: APPLICATION OF STATISTICAL SOFTWARES IN MEDICAL RESEARCH

COURSE CONTENTS:

·         Research Processes , Design of epidemiological studies

·         Introduction to commonly used statistical softwares

·         Database creation, Data Manipulation/ Transformation and importing external databases

Descriptive statistics: calculating Mean, standard deviation, displaying Normal curve, reporting frequencies. Graphical representation of medical data.

·         Testing Hypothesis: Parametric tests: (independent t test, paired t test, ANOVA etc.) and

·         Non-Parametric tests: (Mann Whitney U test, Wilcoxon signed ranked test)

·         Overview of regression models -Linear, Multiple, binary and polytomous logistic

·         regressions

·         Applications in Bioinformatics

COURSE FEE: Rs. 1800/-

DURATION: 3 days (18th to 20st January 2012)

VENUE: ICPO (ICMR), NOIDA

Enrollment may be made by paying the course fee through demand draft / pay order in favour of Director, ICPO, NOIDA payable at Noida or Delhi before 5th January 2012.The number of participants for the course is limited to 20 and enrollment is purely on first come first served basis. Participants will be served lunch and tea.

Send the requests along with DD/PO and brief half page bio-data (specifying email address and mobile contact number) for enrollment addressing course co-coordinator or Director:

Dr. Shashi Sharma

Course Co-ordinator and Scientist E

Biostatistics and Epidemiology Training center

Institute of Cytology & Prev Oncol(ICMR)

I-7 Sector-39, NOIDA- 201301 I-7

Email : icpobetcs@ymail.com

Dr. Ashok Seghal

Director Incharge

Institute of Cytology & Prev onco.

Indian Council of Medical Research

, Sector-39,NOIDA–201301

For information: - Dr. Shashi Sharma (9971305345) / Miss Sarita Sardana (9968093831)/ Mr. K.C Sharma (9999066020) or email: icpobetcs@ymail.com  ICPO website: icpo.org.in

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER http://icmr.nic.in/icmrnews/workshop/icpo_workshop2.pdf