Scientist(Immunology) post at National AIDS Research Institute, Pune

NATIONAL AIDS RESEARCH INSTITUTE

(Indian Council of Medical Research)

An Autonomous Unit under Govt. of India

Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Deptt. of Health Research,

Plot No. 73, ‘G’ block, M.I.D.C., Bhosari, Pune – 411 026.

Phone No. 02027331200, 27331323, Fax No. : 020-27121071

Applications are invited up to 04/07/2012 for one post of Scientist-’C’ (Immunology) at the National AIDS Research Institute, Pune in the Pay Band-3 of Rs. 15600-39100 plus Grade Pay Rs. 6600 and usual allowances as admissible as per Government norms.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE:

i)

MBBS degree recognized by MC

OR

First class Master’s degree in immunology/Microbiology/Biotechnology/ Biochemistry and allied subject from a recognized University

OR

2nd class M.Sc. in Immunology/Microbiology/Biotechnology/ Biochemistry and allied subjects with Ph.D. degree in relevant subjects from a recognized University/Institute.

ii)

Four years R&D experience in related subject after obtaining essential qualification (i) abov

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATION:

1.Doctorate Degree or M.D in Microbiology/Medicine from a recognized university.

2.Additional Post doctoral research/teaching experience in relevant subjects in recognized

Institute(s).

3.Knowledge of Computer Applications/data management.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

NARI is devolved to conduct research on HIV/AIDS. The research programme includes Immunology, Microbiology, Serology & Immunology, Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Clinical Sciences and Molecular Virology etc. The incumbent will be responsible for conducting research in these broad areas. The detailed description of the various projects undertaken by NARI can be found on the website (www.nari-icmr.res.in). The person with original thinking and aptitude for carrying out independent research will be preferred.

AGE :

Not exceeding 40 years. Relaxable up to 5 years for Government servants and for SC/ST/OBC candidates in accordance with the instructions issued by the Department of Personnel and Training from time to time in this regard.

One time age relaxation is also allowed to Scientific and Technical staff working in long term projects of ICMR Institutes/Centres for posts advertised under HRSC, 2007 provided they meet essential qualifications and experience for the post with a view to provide them opportunity to compete with other candidates as per Council’s letter No.6/1/2007-Admn. II, dated 28.03.2011,

GENERAL RELAXATION CLAUSE:

Age, qualification and experience will be relaxable in deserving cases as mentioned in the Recruitment Rules of Health Research Scientists Cadre of ICMR, 2007 under Rule 14 and Note: 2. The crucial date for determining the age limit shall be as per the guidelines of Department of Personnel and Training from time to time. However, the prescribed age may be further relaxed in exceptional cases for experienced & qualified candidates.

OTHER SERVICE CONDITIONS:

(1) Pay Band-3 Rs.15600-39100 Plus Grade Pay Rs.6600/-,

(2) Allowances as per Central Government Rules are admissible on the above pay scale.

(3) Benefits of new restructured defined contributory Pension system are admissible as per the provision contained in the Ministry of Finance, Department of Economic Affairs (ECD & PR Division), Notification No.5/7/2003-ECD & PR dated 22.12.2003 effective from 1. 1.2004.

(4) Private practice is not allowed. However, non-practicing allowance is admissible to medical graduates only as per rules.

(5) Applications from employees working in Central/State Govt. Departments/Public Sector Undertakings and Govt. funded research agencies must be forwarded through proper channel. Advance copies of application will be considered subject to the conditions that a “No Objection Certificate” from the employer is produced at the time of personal discussion. Application received after the closing date will not be considered. Candidates called for personal discussion/interview have the option to answer in Hindi also.

HOW TO APPLY:

(1)Application form and other information can be obtained from ICMR’s website www.icmr.nic.in  on or before closing date.

Application forms duly completed in all respects and signed by candidates should be sent to Director, National aids Research Institute, plot No-73, G Block, MIDC, Bhosari, pune-41026 on or before closing date

Documents to be enclosed with the application form (Copies attested by Gazetted fficer):

a) Proof of Date of Birth.

b) Educatio

c) Experience

d) Crossed Indian Postal Or     Demand draft from any Nationalized Bank for Rs 100/- payable t Director, National AIDS Research Institute, Pune.

SC/ST and physically handicapped (PH) candidates are exempted from the application fee. Fees by IPOs/DDs are payable by all other candidates including ICMR employees.

(4)Unsigned/Incomplete application or application without supportive evidence asked for/ without postal order or DD, application received late are liable to be rejected.

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER http://www.icmr.nic.in/Employment_Opportunities/NARI_Scientist%20C.pdf