INDIAN
COUNCIL OF MEDICAL RESEARCH
Applications are invited up-to
29th June 2012 for one post of Scientist ’B’ (Genetics) (unreserved) at its
Regional Medical Research Centre for Tribals, Jabalpur in the Pay Band-3 of Rs.15,600-39,100
plus Grade Pay Rs.5400/- and usual allowances as admissible as per Government norms.
ESSENTIAL
QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE : MBBS
degree recognized by MCI or First class Master’s degree in Genetics/Life
science from a recognized University or 2nd class M.Sc. in Genetics/Life
Sciences with Ph.D. degree from a recognized University or equivalent.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:-
1. M.D. or Ph..D. degree in
related subject from a recognized university.
2. Additional research/teaching
experience in relevant subjects haemoglobinopathies in Recognized Institute(s).
3. Knowledge of Computer
Applications.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
To conduct independent laboratory
and field research studies in relevant field and to participate in multi
disciplinary studies on genetic disorders prevalent amongst tribal populations
(monogenic and polygenetic disorders). Central India occupies the largest and
most diverse ethnic populations living in the natural environment. There are
over 45 different tribal groups and 7 primitive tribal groups (PTGs) in Madhya
Pradesh and Chhatisgarh and the later group is stated to be dwindling.
Haemoglobinopathies in the form of sickle cell diseases beta thalassemia and
alpha thalassemia are very common in the tribal predominant area of central
India. In some tribal populations the sickle haemoglobinopathies is very high
(Upto 30%), and cause a public health problem. Along with these haemoglogin
disorders other RBC related genetic disorders like G6PD deficiency is also very
common in central India. Looking at the gravity of the situation caused by
various single genetic disorders Council has identified haemoglobinopathies as one of the thrust areas of research of this
Centre.
AGE LIMIT: Not exceeding 35 years. Relaxable
up to 5 years for Government servants and SC/ST/OBC candidates in accordance
with the instructions issued by the Department of Personnel & 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 in 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 Notes 1&2
of Annexure-III.
Other Service
Conditions:
(1) Pay Band-3 Rs.15600-39100 Plus Grade Pay Rs.5400/-.
(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 forms and other
information can be obtained from ICMR's website www.icmr.nic.in on or before
the closing date.
(2) Application forms duly
completed in all respects and signed by the applicant should be sent to the
Director, Regional Medical Research Centre for Tribals, (I.C.M.R.), RMRCT Complex,
Nagpur Road, P.O. Garha, Jabalpur- 482 003 (M.P.) on or before the closing
date.
(3) Documents to be enclosed with
the application form (copies attested by Gazetted Officer) a) Proof of Date of
Birthb) Educational qualification c) Experience d) Crossed Indian Postal Order
(IPO) for Rs.100/- (Rupees One hundred only) payable to the Director, Regional
Medical Research Centre for Tribals, Jabalpur.
SC/ST and persons with
disabilities (PWDs) are exempted from the application fee. IPOs are payable by
all other candidates including 1CMR employees.
(4) Unsigned/Incomplete application or
application without supportive evidence asked for/without postal order
application received late are liable to be summarily rejected.
Note: (1) MD/Ph.D degree in subject
relevant to Indian Council of Medical Research shall be treated equivalent to
three years experience. (2) Candidates with MD/Ph.D degree will be preferred
for direct selection. (3) Since it is not possible to call all the eligible candidates
for the interview/personal discussion, the applicants will be short-listed for
this purpose. The decision of the Director General, 1CMR will be final in this
regard. (4) Candidates called for interview will be paid a second class rail
fare by the shortest route on production of documents. (5) Any canvassing by or
on behalf of the candidates or to bring political or other outside influence
with regard to selection/recruitment shall be disqualification. (6) The post is
with all India transfer liability under the Council,
For activities of the above
mentioned Centre, please refer to ICMR's website at www.icmr.nic.in.
FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER http://icmr.nic.in/Employment_Opportunities/scientist_B_jabalpur_may2012.pdf
