Lab Technician at ICRISAT

POST :Lab Technician

Assist the Sorghum Genomics group in routine laboratory activities such as-

• DNA and RNA extraction; quality checking
• Prepare stock solutions, buffers for routine molecular biology experiments
• PCR amplification; gel Electrophoresis, capillary electrophoresis for genotyping and data analysis
• Assist in preparations for  New Generation Sequencing (NGS)-based Genotyping and sequencing experiments and associated quality analysis
• Assist in conducting glass house experiments and data management
• Tabulate /record the data
• Perform any other duty as assigned by the supervisor

Competencies:

• Understanding of Basic DNA technologies and molecular biology laboratory procedures
• Proficiency in basic molecular biology laboratory techniques
• Well-versed with DNA extraction, RNA extraction, PCR amplification, Gel electrophoresis, Sequencing and Gene expression studies using NGS platforms etc
• Good knowledge of MS-Office in particular MS-Excel (Level 2)

Requirements

• Post-Graduate in Biological/Life Sciences with Plant Molecular Biology/Plant Biotechnology as major subject from a recognized university
• Applied/theoretical knowledge of DNA science
• 2-3 years of relevant experience in a well-known Molecular biology laboratory
• Experience in working with NGS platforms for setting up sequencing and/or genotyping experiments will be preferred
• Proficiency in MS-Office

General: 
The position is for three years, renewable based on the performance of the incumbent and the Institute's continuing need for the position.
Last date to submit application: 11 June 2015