Research associate posts at ANGRAU, Hyderabad

Research Associates Notification

The Directorate of Extension, Acharya N.G. Ranga Agricultural University (ANGRAU), as a Consortium Partner, is implementing the NAIP Sub-Project on “Development of a set of alternative ICT models based on a study and analysis of the major ICT initiatives in agriculture in India to meet the information need of the Indian farmers”.

The Project requires Two (2) Research Associates on contract basis for a period of one year to work at ANGRAU, Rajendranagar, Hyderabad-30.

• Eligibility : - M.Sc. (Ag.) Agronomy / Entomology / Agril. Extension/SSAC / Pathology with 1st Division

- Post Graduate in Veterinary Science with 1st Division

• Emoluments will be paid as per the ICAR- NAIP norms.

• The Candidates who are interested in travelling and working with farmers in villages, only need to apply.

• Knowledge of Computer typing, internet browsing is must

• Knowledge of Telugu is essential.

• The short listed candidates will be called for personal interview with all relevant original documents.

• No TA / DA will be paid for those candidates called for interview.

• The Project implementing centre has the right of taking one or two RAs, for one year or less period depending on the project budget and project requirement.

• The filled in applications should reach the address given below on or before 5-5-2012.

Director of Extension

A.N.G.R. Agricultural University

Rajendranagar,

Hyderabad -500 030.

Andhra Pradesh.

de_angrau@yahoo.co.in

punnarao@hotmail.com

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER http://www.angrau.net/FlashNews2012/RANotification20-04.pdf

Walk-in for Research Associate post at GADVASU, Ludhiana

GURU DEV ANGAD DEV VETERINARY AND ANIMAL SCIENCES UNIVERSITY

WALK-IN-INTERVIEW

Applications are invited from eligible candidates for engagement as Research Associate under NAIP sub-project entitled “Sustainable Livestock Based Farming System for Livelihood Security in Hoshiarpur District of Punjab”. The appointment is purely on temporary and contractual basis for six months with renewal up to the completion of the project and will be liable for termination at any time in case of unsatisfactory performance. There is no provision for absorption/re-employment in ICAR/GADVASU after termination of the time bound project.

NAME OF THE SUB-PROJECT:  “Sustainable Livestock Based Farming System for Livelihood Security in Hoshiarpur District of Punjab”.

POST NAME:

 ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATION:

1 Research Associate (Three) M.Sc / M.V.Sc / Ph.D (Any discipline of Dairy, Veterinary, Agricultural or Fishery Sciences and Botany )

2. Candidates with M.V. Sc degree, rural background and knowledge of Punjabi up to Matric level and who have cleared NET, will be preferred.

3. Preference will also be given to candidates having experience.

 JOB REQUIREMENTS:

The project is field oriented and incumbents would be required to undertake extensive touring of the beneficiary families in the villages of four blocks of Hoshiarpur District with its central point at Talwara. Research Associates would be required to provide technical guidance to the farmers by organizing training programmes and field camps, delivery of input services, collection and compilation of information to study the impact of technology transfer on improved productivity of livestock, income and employment generation.

 AGE LIMIT: Upper age limit is 40 years on the date of interview. Age relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST and women candidates and 3 years for OBC candidates is permissible.

 DATE & PLACE OF INTERVIEW: 7th May, 2012 at 11.00 a.m. in the office of Director of Extension Education, GADVASU, Ludhiana.

 EMOLUMENTS: Rs. 23,000/- plus HRA p.m (revised) to Masters degree holder (consolidated) and Rs.24,000/- plus HRA p.m (revised) to Doctoral Degree holder (consolidated).

 CONTACT PERSON: Dr A. L. Saini, Principal Investigator & Professor-cum-Head (LPM) Department Livestock Production & Management, GADVASU, Ludhiana. 141004.

Candidates fulfilling the qualifications may appear in the interview along with application, bio-data, original certificates/degrees and their photocopies in addition to two photographs. No TA/DA is permissible for appearing in the interview and no separate letter for the interview will be issued.

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER http://www.gadvasu.in/noticedetails.asp?id=138

Research Associate posts at Acharya N.G. Ranga Agricultural University

Acharya N.G. Ranga Agricultural University

(ANGRAU),

Research Associates Notification

The Directorate of Extension, Acharya N.G. Ranga Agricultural University (ANGRAU), as a Consortium Partner, is implementing the NAIP Sub-Project on “Development of a set of alternative ICT models based on a study and analysis of the major ICT initiatives in agriculture in India to meet the information need of the Indian farmers”.

The Project requires Two (2) Research Associates on contract basis for a period of one year to work at ANGRAU, Rajendranagar, Hyderabad-30.

• ELIGIBILITY: - M.Sc. (Ag.) Agronomy / Entomology / Agril. Extension/SSAC / Pathology with 1st Division

- Post Graduate in Veterinary Science with 1st Division

• Emoluments will be paid as per the ICAR- NAIP norms.

• The Candidates who are interested in travelling and working with farmers in villages, only need to apply.

• Knowledge of Computer typing, internet browsing is must

• Knowledge of Telugu is essential.

• The short listed candidates will be called for personal interview with all relevant original documents.

• No TA / DA will be paid for those candidates called for interview.

• The Project implementing centre has the right of taking one or two RAs, for one year or less period depending on the project budget and project requirement.

• The filled in applications should reach the address given below on or before 5-5-2012.

CONTACT: Director of Extension

A.N.G.R. Agricultural University

Rajendranagar,

Hyderabad -500 030.

Andhra Pradesh.

de_angrau@yahoo.co.in

punnarao@hotmail.com

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER http://www.angrau.net/FlashNews2012/RANotification20-04.pdf

Walk-in for SRF post at NBPGR, CAZRI Campus, Jodhpur (Raj.)

WALK IN INTERVIEW

National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources, Regional Station, CAZRI Campus, Jodhpur (Raj.)

NAME OF THE PROJECT: NAIP Sub-project on “Harmonizing Biodiversity Conservation and Agricultural Intensification through Integration of Plant, Animal and Fish genetic resources for Livelihood Security in Fragile Ecosystems” under SRLS (Comp-3); CPI: Dr. I.S. Bisht, NBPGR, New Delhi-110 012

NAME OF THE POST: Senior Research Fellow

PERIOD: April 2012 to June 2013.

EMOLUMENTS: Rs. 16,000 per month+ HRA as per rules for 1st and 2nd yr; 18,000 per month for 3rd yr.

DATE OF INTERVIEW: 25.04.2012

QUALIFICATIONS:

Essential:

Master’s Degree in Botany/ Agril. Botany/ Plant Genetic Resources/Plant Breeding/Genetics/ Plant Physiology/ Agronomy/ Horticulture.

Candidate should be willing to work in remote areas of Udaipur district for the duration of the project.

Desirable

Candidate having aptitude and working experience in biodiversity, crop production and socio-economic surveys at community level.

TERMS & CONDITIONS:

1. Upper age limit for SRFs: 35 yrs for men and 40 yrs for women candidates. Age limits are relaxable for SC, ST and OBC candidates as per Govt. of India norms.

2. Only the candidates with 60% and above marks in M.Sc. are eligible to appear in the interview.

3. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.

4. The candidate should reach NBPGR Regional Station, CAZRI Campus, Jodhpur (Raj.) on above stated date at 10:00 AM.

5. Candidate should bring along their bio-data, original mark sheets, certificates, photograph and other testimonials for verification and submit an attested copy of the same along with the application form. Mention clearly on top of the form the post and name of project applied for.

6. The selected candidates will be medically examined and an engagement offer will be issues which will be followed by the joining reports, copies of which may be sent to the concerned Drawing & Disbursing Officer (DDO). Finance & Accounts Officer and the Nodal/Controlling Officer of the Scheme such as Assistant Director General (ADG) concerned. The fee for medical examination will be reimbursed by the institute concerned.

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER http://www.nbpgr.ernet.in/download/Advt-SRF-Jodhpur.pdf

Walk-in for various posts at Central Institute for Subtropical Horticulture, Lucknow

CENTRAL INSTITUTE FOR SUBTROPICAL HORTICULTURE

Rehmankhera, P.O. Kakori Lucknow – 227 107(India)

F.No. 1-1(102)/2010 Dated 29.02.2012

WALK-IN-INTERVIEW

A walk-in-interview will be held at CENTRAL INSTITUTE FOR SUBTROPICAL HORTICULTURE, at Rae Bareli Road, Telibagh, Lucknow an Institute under Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), for selection of Senior Research Fellow, Research Associate, Data entry operator, Scouts and Computer operator as per details given below: -

Name of the Project	Name & No. of the position	Emoluments	Qualification & Experience
NAIP subproject entitled “ A value chain on mango and guava for domestic and export markets” (Project Duration: Up to June 2012 ) Date of Interview : 12.03.2012 Time : 10-30 a.m. onwards	Senior Research Fellow (Two)	Rs. 16000/- (fixed)+ HRA per month	Essential: M.Sc.(Ag.) Horticulture and Agril. Economics in First Division or with 60% marks or equivalent OGPA for each post separately Desirable: Working knowledge of computer and practical experience in fruit production training and demonstrations at farmers fields.
NAIP Project-“Holistic approach for improving livelihood security through livestock based farming system in Barabanki and Raebareli districts of U.P. (Project Duration: Up to June, 2012 or up to end of project ) Date of Interview : 12.03.2012 Time : 10-30 a.m. onwards	Research Associate (One)	Rs. 23000/- per month + HRA	Essential:M.Sc(Ag.) in Horticulture with Ist division or 60%marks or equivalent over all grade point average with at least two years of research experience as evidenced from fellowship/Associateship/training/other engagement. Desirable :Working experience on fruit crops with special reference to subtropical fruits. Published research paper will be desirable.
NICRA Project entitled - “Understanding the changes in host pest interactions and dynamics in mango under climate change scenario” (Project Duration: Up to March, 2012 or up to end of project ) Date of Interview : 12.03.2012 Time : 10-30 a.m. onwards	Senior Research Fellow (One)	Rs. 16000/-per month + HRA	Essential: M.Sc.(Ag.) in Entomology/Plant Pathology or M.Sc. in Botany (specialization in Plant Pathology) or Zoology (specialization in Entomology) Desirable : Working knowledge of computer.
NICRA Project entitled - “Understanding the changes in host pest interactions and dynamics in mango under climate change scenario” (Project Duration: Up to March, 2012 or up to end of project ) Date of Interview : 12.03.2012 Time : 10-30 a.m. onwards	Data Entry Operator (One)	Rs. 8000/- per month (Fixed)	Essential : Graduate from a recognized university with degree or diploma in computer. Desirable :Working knowledge of MS software
NICRA Project entitled - “Understanding the changes in hostpest interactions and dynamics in mango under climate change scenario” (Project Duration: Up to March, 2012 or up to end of project ) Date of Interview : 12.03.2012 Time : 10-30 a.m. onwards	Scouts (Two)	Rs. 8000/- per month (Fixed)	Essential : Agriculture Graduate from a recognized University. Desirable :Working experience in field.
“Hi-tech Horticulture for Efficient Utilization of Resources through Precision Farming” under Precision Farming Development Centre (PFDC) (Project Duration: Up to March, 2012 and likely to be extended ) Date of Interview : 12.03.2012 Time : 10-30 a.m. onwards	Computer Operator (One)	Rs. 10,000/- per month (fixed)	Essential: Graduation in any discipline with diploma in computer application Desirable: Experience in day to day financial management of research project. Experience in preparation of project reports, publication and presentation etc.

AGE LIMIT:

For Research Associate: 40 years for male and 45 years for female candidates.

For Senior Research Fellow: 35 years for male and 40 years for female candidates.

For Computer Operator/Data Entry Operator: 35 years for male and 40 years for female candidates.

For Scots: 35 years

For Skilled Assistant: 18-27 years

Note: Age will be calculated as on the date of interview. Relaxation of age admissible for SC/ST/ OBC candidates as per Govt. of India/ICAR rules.

1. Candidates should bring his/her bio-data original certificates supporting educational qualifications and experience. Photocopies of certificates, a latest passport size photograph at the time of interview.

2. The above-mentioned position are purely on contract basis and co-terminus with the project. The person recruited will not have any claims for absorption in any capacity after the termination of the project. No T.A./D.A. will be paid to candidate for attending the interview.

3. MODE OF SELECTION:

i. RA/SRF- Academic Qualification- 50 marks, Experience & Publications – 20 marks, NET/Ph.D clearance as supported by valid certificate – 20 marks and Interview -10 marks.

ii. Computer/Data Entry Operator - Academic Qualification and Computer course- 70 marks, Experience – 20 marks and Interview -10 marks.

iii. Scout – Academic Qualification- 70 marks, Experience – 20 marks and Interview -10 marks.

4. Canvassing in any from will disqualify the candidature.

5. The Director’s decision will be final and binding in all respects.

Note: The Advertisement is also available at the Institute Website: www.cishlko.org .

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER http://www.cishlko.org/notices/Recruitment_2012_1.pdf

Walk-in for research Associate post(Biodiversity conservation) at National Bureau of Animal Genetic Resources, Karnal

NATIONAL BUREAU OF ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES

Makarmpur Campus, G.T. Road Bypass

P.O. Box No.129, Karnal-132001 (Haryana)

WALK-IN INTERVIEW

A walk-in Interview is proposed to be held at National Bureau of Animal Genetic Resources, Karnal (Haryana) – 132001 at 11:30 AM on 24.01.2012 to select one RA as per details given below:

FUNDING AGENCY: NAIP (GEF)

NAME OF THE PROJECT & PROJECT PERIOD: NAIP subproject on “Harmonizing biodiversity conservation and agricultural intensification through integration of plant, animal and fish genetic resources for livelihood security in fragile ecosystems (Component 3: SRLS).”

The project will be operative in Chamba (Himachal Pradesh), Udaipur (Rajasthan) and Adilabad (Andhra Pradesh) districts. The project period is from September, 2009 to 31st March 2013, and posts are coterminous with the project.

NAME AND NUMBER OF POST: Research Associate (1)

The candidate has to work at NBAGR, Karnal and under rural conditions in Chamba (Himachal Pradesh), Udaipur (Rajasthan) or Adilabad (Andhra Pradesh) districts.

QUALIFICATION: ESSENTIAL: Ph.D in Animal Sciences/Veterinary Sciences / Life Sciences / Science / Relevant subject or Masters degree with minimum 60% marks or equivalent OGPA and two years experience in the relevant field.

 DESIRABLE: Candidate having aptitude and working experience on biodiversity, animal production, and socio-economic surveys at community level.

EMOLUMENTS:Rs. 23,000/-  + HRA for Master Degree holders and

Rs. 24,000/- + HRA for Doctoral Degree holders

HRA will be paid as per ICAR norms.

AGE LIMIT: 40 years for men, 45 years for women as on date of interview

NOTE: Relaxation of age admissible for SC/ST&OBC candidates as per Govt. of India /ICAR norms.

1) The candidates should bring a copy of bio-data, original-certificates, one set of photocopies of   Certificates. Experiences certificates if any, a latest passport Size photograph at the time of interview.

2) The above positions are purely temporary and coterminous with the project. No T.A. / D.A will be  paid to any candidate to attend the interview.

3)The Director’s decision will be final and binding on all aspects.

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER http://210.212.93.85/advtRA.doc

SRF Walk-in interview at College of Food Processing Technology & Bioenergy, AAU, Anand

College of Food Processing Technology & Bioenergy

Anand Agricultural University

Anand-388 110

Date: 9-01-2012

WALK-IN INTERVIEW

Suitable candidates having requisite qualifications with good academic record, are invited for making the panel for appointment of the following posts in the ICAR – World Bank funded National Agricultural Innovation Project (NAIP) on development of e-courses.

Name of Post	No. of Post	Fellowship Amount	Educational Qualifications
Senior Research Fellow	Three	Rs.18000 per month + HRA@ 10%	Essential : Masters Degree in the field of Agricultural engineering / Food Processing Technology/ Dairy & Food Engineering/ Computer Science /Computer Application/ Computer Engineering / Information Technology and relevant subjects Desirable : Good knowledge of working with MS Office / Internet services/ Networking / Animation / LMS
Data Entry Operator	Two	Rs 8000/- per month consolidated	Essential : SSC with Diploma in Computer Engineering/ Computer Science / Computer Application / Information Technology with at least one year working experience Desirable: Knowledge of working on Learning Management Software / Web content uploading/ Networking etc.
Office Assistant	One	Rs 8000/- per month consolidated	Essential: Minimum Graduate in any discipline. Desirable : Working knowledge of MS Office / Accountancy software / experience in typing and shorthand

Interested candidates are advised to remain present for Walk-in Interview in the office of Principal, College of Food Processing Technology & Bioenergy, Anand Agricultural University, Anand on 30-1-2012 from 10.00 AM onwards. They have to bring original documents along with complete bio-data stating (1) Full Name (2) Mailing Address (3) Date of Birth and Age (4) Sex (5) Educational Qualifications from S.S.C. onwards with certified copies of mark Sheets (6) Work Experience and (7) other relevant details like knowledge of computers etc. (8) Contact telephone No. (9) Email Address (10) Other details if any.

The appointment will be purely temporary on contractual and co-terminus basis and AAU is not bound to provide any employment after completion of the Project. The appointments may be terminated without any notice or assigning any reason at any time by the university.

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER http://aau.in/sites/default/files/srf__fpt.pdf

RA/SRF/JRF Walk-in interviews at VPKAS, almora

VIVEKANANDA PARVATIYA KRISHI ANUSANDHAN SANSTHAN

(Indian Council of Agricultural Research)

WALK-IN-INTERVIEW

 It  is  proposed  to  fill  up  the  temporary  and  time  bound  positions of Research Associate, Senior Research Fellow and Junior Research Fellow on contractual basis under the following projects. The eligible and desirous candidates fulfilling all the requirements are invited to appear before the Selection Committee for interview at V.P.K.A.S. (ICAR), Almora on 04.01.2012 at 10.00 AM. 

1.      DBT funded project on “Rapid conversion of normal maize inbreds to quality protein maize and further enhancement of limiting amino acids in elite inbreds through marker-assisted selection”.

NAME OF POST: Research Associate (1 post)

 EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION: M.Sc./M.Sc. (Ag.) in Biotechnology/ Plant Breeding with experience in plant molecular biology.

 EXPERIENCE: Experience and knowledge of molecular biology techniques used in gene mapping, MAS, transformation and cloning.

 EMOLUMENT (Pre-revised) : 16,000/- + HRA per month for Master Degree.

 17,000/- + HRA per month for Ph.D. holders.

2.      DBT funded project “Pyramiding multiple resistance genes using MAS for durable resistance against blast in the North West Himalayas”.

NAME OF POST: Junior Research Fellow (1 post)

 EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION: M.Sc./M.Sc. (Ag.) in Biotechnology/ Plant Breeding with experience in plant molecular biology.

 EXPERIENCE: Experience and knowledge of molecular biology techniques used in gene mapping, MAS, transformation and cloning.

 EMOLUMENT (PRE-REVISED) : 12,000/- + HRA per month.

 3.      NAIP funded project “ Bioprospecting of genes and allele mining for abiotic stress tolerance (Rice and Maize) ”.                 

NAME OF POST: Senior Research Fellow (1 post)

 EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION: M.Sc./M.Sc. (Ag.) in Biotechnology/ Plant Breeding with experience in plant molecular biology.

 EXPERIENCE: Experience and knowledge of molecular biology techniques used allele mining, transformation and cloning.

 EMOLUMENT: 16,000/- + HRA per month.

 4.      “Enabling small holders to improve their livelihoods and benefit from carbon finance” under NAIP Component – I of ICAR.

NAME OF POST: Senior Research Fellow (1 post)

 EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION:  M.Sc./M.Sc. (Ag.) in Agronomy/ Agroforestry/ Horticulture (Pomology) with 1st division and 60% marks at Postgraduate  level.

 EXPERIENCE: i)   Experience in working with farmers in rural areas.

ii) Experience in use of Microsoft Office (word, excel, power point)

iii) Experience in use of GIS and GPS software.

 EMOLUMENT: 16,000/- + HRA per month.

 AGE LIMIT FOR RA/SRF/JRF.

For RA - The upper age limit is 40 years for men and 45 years for women on the date of interview (relaxation in age for SC/ST/OBC as per GOI/ICAR norms)

For SRF - The upper age limit is 35 years for men and 40 years for women on the date of interview (relaxation in age for SC/ST/OBC as per GOI/ICAR norms)

For JRF - The upper age limit is 30 years for men and 35 years for women on the date of interview (relaxation in age for SC/ST/OBC as per GOI/ICAR norms)

TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

1. The posts are purely temporary on contractual basis and co-terminus with the projects.

2. The applicants must bring their bio-data (affixed with recent passport size photograph) along with original and photocopies of mark sheets and certificates of all examinations passed.

3. No T.A. will be paid to the candidates for attending the interview.

4. The selection of candidates doesn’t entail on them any right for absorption/ regularization at VPKAS (ICAR), Almora or any other sister concern including ICAR Headquarter.

5. The Director’s decision will be final and binding in all respects.

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER http://www.vpkas.nic.in/rapost1.htm