Technical assistant walk-in interview at Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute, Cochin, Kerala

Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute

Walk- in-Interview

NAME OF THE PROJECT: ICAR Outreach Project on Fish Feeds

NAME OF THE POST: Technical Assistant (on contract)

DATE & TIME OF WALK IN INTERVIEW:28-01-2012 at 11.00 AM

VENUE: Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute, Behind High court of Kerala,, P.B No. 1603, Cochin-682018 (ATIC Hall).

NUMBER OF VACANCY: One (Kochi)

NATURE AND DURATION OF THE POST: Purely temporary for a period of one year and extendable on yearly basis based on performance

AGE LIMIT: 35 years for men and 40 years for Women (age relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC)

EMOLUMENTS: Rs.12, 000 p/m.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION:

ESSENTIAL: Masters degree in Fisheries Sciences/ Life Science/Zoology /Marine biology/ with ATLEAST ONE YEAR HANDS ON EXPERIENCE IN FISH NUTRITION AND ORNAMENTAL FISH HUSBANDRY.

DESIRABLE: Candidates should have the ability to independently carry out feed making, chemical and nutritional evaluation of feeds and data analysis

Note: Mail your resume to mbtdfishfeedoutreach@gmail.com on or before 20-01-2012 for screening. Short listed candidates for interview will be informed by 25-01-2012. Only those who receive the short listed information need to attend the interview.

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS:

No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview. Candidates should report at 9.30 am. The candidates are requested to bring their original certificates along with a set of attested copies.

CONTACT: P. Vijayagopal, Principal Investigator andSenior Scientist, MBTD

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER http://www.cmfri.org.in/uploads_en/jobs/Walk-in-interview.pdf

National Training on Advances in nutrient use efficiency in livestock production system

NATIONAL TRAINING

ON

ADVANCES IN NUTRIENT USE EFFICIENCY IN LIVESTOCK PRODUCTION SYSTEM

(January 28- February 10, 2012)

BACKGROUND

In developing countries like India, livestock rearing and crop production is integrated .The product and by product of these production systems are utilized by each other. Feed alone accounts for 50-70% of total cost of production. The production capacity and efficiency of animal system can be enhanced by improved animal health, fertility, longevity and nutrition. Feeding strategies such as the use of total mixed rations (TMR), rumen bypass nutrients in ruminant livestock systems, and the use of phytase in monogastric animals have great potential for enhancing feed nutrient use efficiency. A number of other dietary approaches are available for enhancing nutrient use efficiency in animal food chains. In this background, Central Institute for Research on Goats is organizing fourteen days national training. The programme will highlight the various nutritional technologies that will help in enhancing the nutrient use efficiency in livestock production system. The training schedule will be covered through lectures and demonstrations. The knowledge and experience gained through this training will help the participants in formulating and conducting future research in the field of animal nutrition.

OBJECTIVE

To provide latest knowledge to the participants related to advances in nutrient use efficiency in livestock production system

COURSE CONTENT

·         Importance of nutrients for livestock production

·         Nutrient requirements for different livestock under different physiological stages

·         Nutrient use efficiencies in different categories of livestock

·         Use of probiotics and prebiotics for higher productivity in animals

·         By-pass nutrients technology for higher ruminant productivity

·         Micronutrients for animal production

·         Methane mitigation strategies for higher nutrient use efficiency for towards production

·         Anti nutritional factors affecting nutrient utilization and animal production

·         Complete feed pelleting and block technology for higher animal productivity

·         Feed and fodder conservation for commercial livestock farming

·         Improved pasture and agro-forestry management for small and large ruminants production

·         Nutritional intervention for improved productivity in livestock

·         Biotechnological approaches for enhanced animal production

·         GM feed for livestock production and safety aspects

·         Feed and nutrient utilization for higher meat and milk production

·         Nutrient parasite interaction under livestock feeding

RESOURCE PERSON(S)

Dr. Michael Blummel, Global project leader, International Livestock Research Institute, ICRISAT, Patancheru, AP

Dr. C.S. Prasad, Vice chancellor, MAFSU, Maharastra

ELIGIBILITY AND QUALIFICATION OF THE PARTICIPANTS:

·         Masters degree in Animal Nutrition/Animal Sciences/Livestock Production Sciences/Animal Physiology and allied subjects

·         Rank of Assistant Professor (minimum)/Scientist from SAUs/ICAR Institutes

VENUE:

The training programme will be organized at central Institute for Research on Goats (CIRG), Makhdoom. The CIRG is located 22 km away from Mathura and 35 Km from Agra on National Highway No.2 (Delhi-Agra Highway)It is very well connected by bus service from Agra and Mathura up to Farah town. Agra and Mathura are also well connected to different parts of the country by number of trains.

DURATION:14 days (January 28- February 10, 2012)

NOMINATIONS: The application for participation may be sent in the format given in the brochure through proper channel. It must be duly forwarded by the Director/ Competent Authority of the Institute/ university.

NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS: 16

Last date for receipt of nominations: 22 January, 2012

ADDRESS FOR CORRESPONDENCE:

Dr. U.B. Chaudhary

Principal Scientist (Animal Nutrition) and Head

Nutrition, Feed Resource and Products Technology Division

Central Institute for Research on Goats, Makhdoom, Farah, Mathura, UP

Phone: 0565-2763380(O), Fax. 0565-2763246 Mobile: 09411964676, 09412777451

Email: ubc@cirg.res.in  , ubchaudhary1958@gmail.com  and ravindra.srivastava@gmail.com

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER http://www.cirg.res.in/downloads/nrfpt.pdf

Walk- in-interview for the post of two SRF at Central Institution of Fisheries Technology, Cochin

Responsible Harvesting and Utilization of Selected Small Pelagics and Freshwater Fishes

Central Institution of Fisheries Technology

Matsyapuri P O, Willingdon Island Cochin-682 029

F.No.5-1/2011/CDN/RHSSP                                                                                  Date:09-01-2012

WALK- IN-INTERVIEW FOR THE POST OF TWO SRF (Date: 16-1-2012 Time: 10:00 am)

We are in search of enthusiastic and self-motivated candidates for the position of two Senior Research Fellow on contract basis, to join a challenging project that is aimed at creating a value chain business model in small pelagics and fresh water fisheries sector, involving production, processing and marketing for the socio-economic upliftment of the fisher folk in respective sectors.

VACANCY

The interview is being conducted to fill the present vacancies of two Senior Research Fellow on contract basis for a period of 2012 January - 2012 June. The project may be extended upto June 30, 2014. However, a panel of candidates may be prepared based on suitability as decided by the interview board after assessing the qualification and performance during interview to fill up vacancies under the project that may arise in future. Validity of the panel will be one year from the date of interview. The panel of candidates will be published in the website.

1)         SENIOR RESEARCH FELLOW (2POST)

FELLOWSHIP: Rs 16000/- + 20 % HRA

QUALIFICATION: Masters Degree in Food and nutrition /Mechanical Engineering/ /industrial fisheries/ Fisheries.

AGE LIMIT: 35 years for men and 40 years for women

DESIRABLE

•           Experience in harvest/ post harvest areas of fisheries, Marketing, Implementation of field level project; Marine field; Design and operation of mechanical machinery; simulation.

•           Excellent computer documentation & analytical skills.

ABOUT THE PROJECT 

The National Agriculture Innovation project titled “Responsible Harvesting and Utilisation of Selected Small Pelagics and Freshwater Fishes” aims to develop a value chain model of production to consumption system in fisheries with focus on resource and energy conservation, to be emulated by the industry. We envisage a multi fold improvement in profitability and employment generation through product diversification, efficient resource utilization and innovative marketing strategies. The strategy adopted is one of operational research and R&D efforts in fishing, pre-processing, processing and marketing segments. This project aims to address the ring sine fishery of south west cost, the dol net fishery of North West cost and the freshwater fishery. The project is divided into three levels viz. production, processing and marketing

Production: This level consists of construction, maintenance and operation of fishing system; fishing operations; fuel saving technologies onboard fishing vessels; innovative technologies for  bulk drying and onboard handling and storage for cost effective and responsible harvesting.

Processing: This level deals with preparation of value added products ensuring nutritional value, waste minimization and quality enhancement.

Marketing: The marketing level deals with innovative marketing strategies, market information system, and demand forecasting and employment generation through post harvesting clustering and retailing facilitation.

WHAT IS EXPECTED OF THE CANDIDATES

•           Planning and carrying out research in assigned fields and organizing workshops/seminars/awareness programs.

•           Taking part in knowledge-transfer activities, including collaborative meeting with stake holders and other research groups

•           Compiling regular reports on the project

•           Ability to work in a challenging and multi-tasking environment to meet deadlines.

•           High level of interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships in a project team.

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR CANDIDATES 

1. Applications should be submitted, in the application format appended, affixed by a latest passport size photograph, on the day of interview.

2. Age relaxation of 3 year for OBC candidates and 5 years for SC/ST candidates is permissible. The candidates should note that the date of birth should be as recorded in the matriculation/school leaving certificate or an equivalent certificate and no subsequent request for its change will be considered / granted.

3. Candidates are required to submit attested copies of all the certificates in support of their claims along with the filled in application at time of interview. The original certificates shall be produced for verification before the interview.

4. The candidates attending the interview should ensure that they fulfill all the eligibility conditions.

5. Selected candidates will recruited on contract basis under ICAR norms. The posts are purely temporary and are conterminous with the project. The project may be extended up to 2014 June.

6. No TA/DA will pay to attend the interview.

7. The CIFT’s decision will be final and binding in all aspects regarding the selection to the post.

VENUE &TIME OF WALK- IN –INTERVIEW 

Central Institution of Fisheries Technology

CIFT junction, Matsyapuri P O, Willingdon Island Cochin-682029

Ph: +91 484 2666845; Fax: 91 484 2668212

DATE: 16-1-2012

TIME OF INTERVIEW: 10:00 am

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER http://www.cift.res.in/uploads/document/Walk-in-interview%20for%20SRF%20_1673162156_2012-01-10_10-15-03.doc

National Workshop on Statistical Computing in Life Sciences

National Workshop on

Statistical Computing in Life Sciences

February 27 - March 4, 2012

(Funded by Dept. of Biotechnology, New Delhi)

THE GENESIS

Biology has undergone a sea change in the 21st century from a qualitative to a quantitative science. The amount and complexity of data produced in biology far exceeds that of any other scientific field. As a consequence, statistical analysis and mathematical modeling are playing ever more crucial role in many areas of biology, including genomics, systems biology, structural biology and molecular evolution. Statistical computing tools now are being developed that have the potential for addressing complex biological problems and for mining the information currently being collected on biological systems.

R , the open-source software environment for statistical computing and graphics, has become the lingua franca of data analysis. Repositories of contributed R packages in CRAN and Bioconductor provide more than 3355 packages and 460 respectively for data analysis in various areas including comparative genomics, functional genomics and systems biology. The workshop lecture and lab sessions are intended to provide the background required to use statistical computing for data analysis and presentation. The aim of the workshop is to bring together faculty across the country for a hands-on program where we cover various applications of statistical computing in life sciences. The goal is to assist and motivate faculty in incorporating more statistical computing in their research and the existing curriculum in life sciences in Indian Universities. The application of statistical computing in following areas will be covered during the workshop:

• Introduction to R & Bioconductor

• Microarray data Analysis

• Next- generation sequencing data Analysis

• Comparative Genomics

• Systems Biology

THE CENTRE

The Centre for Bioinformatics at the Pondicherry University was started as a Distributed Information Sub-Centre (Sub-DIC) of the DBT in the year 1991 and was upgraded to a full-fledgedcentre in 2001. This Centre was conferred Centre of Excellence in Bioinformatics by the Department of Information Technology, Government of India in 2007. The Centre is endowed with 20 staff members including 12 faculty members. This Centre offers Research programs in various branches of bioinformatics such as Molecular Modeling, Drug Design, Systems Biology and Molecular Evolution. The teaching programs offered by the Centre are M.Sc. programs in Bioinformatics and Computational Biology (in a network mode with Anna University and Madurai Kamraj University), P.G. Diploma in Bioinformatics and modular courses in Bioinformatics.

REGISTRATION

ELIGIBILITY FOR PARTICIPATION

Faculties of an Indian University/ National Institute involved in teaching and conducting research in life sciences, biophysics, biochemistry, biostatistics, genomics, biotechnology, bioinformatics and systems biology are welcome for the workshop.

SELECTION OF PARTICIPANTS

Application for participation can be submitted via Online at http://reg.bicpu.edu.in/  Please include write-up(within 500 words) about your plan of implementing statistical computing in your ongoing or future research programs and curriculum.Either Hard copy or Scanned copy of the application should be sent on or before January 20, 2012 through proper channel by post or by email to the coordinator.All intimations regarding the event will be sent by e-mail. Selection will be based on the interest of the candidates in interdisciplinary research and their plan of incorporating statistical computing in research and teaching. Selected participants will be informed by January 25, 2012.

• Registration fee - 2000/-

Registration Procedure

1. Register Online  Click here to Register
2. After Online Registration, Please send duly signed and forwarded application form by post or scanned copy of it by E-mail to "basant@bicpu.edu.in"

View / Print Registered Application Click Here

PROGRAM SESSIONS

The program includes lecture sessions and hands-on training

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER http://reg.bicpu.edu.in/

National Seminar cum Workshop on Drug Design and Industrial Applications

National Seminar cum Workshop on

"Drug Design and Industrial Applications"

March 7-9, 2012

ABOUT THE CENTRE

Centre for Bioinformatics of Pondicherry University is a national facility funded by the Department of Biotechnology, Department of Information Technology and University Grants Commission. The Centre offers M.Sc. course and Ph.D., in Bioinformatics. The Centre has received Centre of Excellence for Teaching and Research in Bioinformatics by the Department of Information Technology, Govt. of India. Under this programme the centre is offering modular courses in various areas of Bioinformatics for personnel from industry and academia and depending on successful completion of the 4 modules, PG Diploma degree in Bioinformatics is awarded. From 2010, the Centre is offering a M.Sc. Course in Computational Biology with full support from Department of Biotechnology, Govt. of India as a collaborative network programme. The Centre has access to several online and offline e-journals. A modern computational facility is available round-the-clock to all the students of Bioinformatics. The Centre has conducted more than 35 Seminars/ Workshops during the past years.

ABOUT THE SEMINAR

The 3-day National level Seminar cum Workshop sponsored by Department of Biotechnology (DBT), India will focus on "Drug Design and industrial applications", which involves diversified topics in bioinformatics. Experts in various fields will deliver lectures and conduct demonstrations followed by hands-on training. The seminar will be very useful to the faculty and students interested in drug designing and its extension to pre-clinical studies, which are of immense scope in pharmaceutical industries.

SPONSORS

Department of Biotechnology

(Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India)

Pondicherry University

TOPICS

Transcriptomics and protein chemistry

Rational drug design for severe diseases

Evaluating drug solubility in lipid-based delivery system

Micro and Nano Drug encapsulation

Biosimilar Medicines - Understanding the challenges

Computerized Cognitive function Assessment

Preclinical Research- Vertical Integration

Policy and projections towards business Development

REGISTRATION FEE FOR PARTICIPANTS

1. Student - Rs. 1500/-

2. Faculty / Staff - Rs. 2000/-

3. Industry - Rs. 2500/-

The registration fee includes seminar material and working lunch on all the days of the seminar.

TOTAL NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS: 30 (Participation will be confirmed on first come first served basis)

ACCOMMODATION FOR THE PARTICIPANTS: Limited number (on payment basics may be arranged on advance request)

Interested candidates need to take Demand Draft in favour of The Centre Head, Bioinformatics Seminar, Pondicherry University, Pondicherry

Registration closes on : February 29, 2012

HOW TO APPLY

Phase 1: Applicants are requested to register online with brief outline of how this seminar will be useful to their research work at www.bicpu.edu.in with the Demand Draft Number.

Phase 2: Participants should send the Demand Draft to the Mailing Address given so as to reach us on or before February 17, 2012. Selection will be confirmed on first come first serve basis.

VENUE

Center for Bioinformatics

Pondicherry University

*** All intimations will be sent by email ***

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER http://reg.bicpu.edu.in/seminar/index.htm

SRF Walk-in(Decision support system for rice and cotton insect pests) at Central Institute for Cotton Research, Regional Station, Sirsa

Central Institute for Cotton Research

Regional Station, Sirsa-125055

Phone 01666-220428, Fax: 01666-230271, Website: www.cicr.org.in

INVITES: candidates for walk-in-interview on 21st January, 2012 at 10.00 a.m. for:

One post of Sr. Research Fellow Pay Rs.16000/- (fixed) + HRA in project NAIP-DSSC2046 entitled “Research into development of decision support system for major insect pests of rice and cotton based cropping systems”

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATION: M.Sc. in Agriculture Entomology/ Plant Pathology/ Nematology or any other discipline of Agricultural Sciences. Desirable Ph. D in any of the above discipline / one or two years experience in use of computer / Experience of work in cotton crop.

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER http://www.cicr.org.in/tender-job/srf_sirsa_2012.pdf

SRF Walk-in (Post-restoration assessment of the ecology and fisheries diversity of Chilika lake) at CIFRI,Barrackpore, Kolkata

Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute

(Indian Council of Agricultural Research)

Barrackpore, Kolkata- 700 120, West Bengal

WALK-IN INTERVIEW

Candidates possessing the following qualifications and experience are invited for a walk-in-interview for purely temporary position of three ‘Senior Research Fellow’ under a consultancy project ‘Post-restoration assessment of the ecology and fisheries diversity of Chilika lake’. Details of the position, vacancy, essential qualifications, desirables and experience required are as given below.

1.      POSITION: SRF

NO. OF VACANCY: 2

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATION: MFSc./ MSc. Zoology with Fish and Fisheries Science Specialization

DESIRABLES: Knowledge of computer application,desk top documentation; use of statistical softwares, knowledge of Oriya/ Bengali language

EXPERIENCE: Minimum three years experience in fisheries research after obtaining the essential qualification.

2.      POSITION: SRF

NO. OF VACANCY: 1

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATION: M.Sc. Chemistry/ Bio-Chemistry

DESIRABLES: Computer application,desk top documentation,use of statistical softwares, knowledge of Oriya/ Bengali language

EXPERIENCE: Minimum three years experience in fisheries research related to chemistry/ biochemistry after obtaining the essential qualification.

TENURE: The position is purely temporary, maximum up to sixty months or co-terminus with the project; however, candidates are liable to be terminated at any time, if their service, performance and conduct are not satisfactory.

REMUNERATION: Rs. 16000/- per month + HRA as admissible for the first two years and thereafter Rs. 18000/- per month + HRA as admissible.

PLACE OF WALK-IN-INTERVIEW: Administrative Building, Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute (ICAR), S. N. Banerjee Road, Barrackpore, Kolkata-700 120, West Bengal.

DATE: 16th January 2012 TIME: 1030 hours

CONDITIONS: Maximum age limit as on the date of interview is 35 years for men and 40 years for women (Relaxable for SC/ST/OBC candidates as per rule). Interested candidates, fulfilling the qualifications and experience, as mentioned above, are requested to appear for walk-in interview, on the date and venue indicated above, along with an application for the position applied for, addressed to the Director, CIFRI, Barrackpore, and detailed bio-data, affixed with recent passport size photograph of the candidate and copies of certificates in support of age, category (SC/ST/OBC), qualifications, experience, testimonials and other credentials, duly attested by a Gazetted Officer, along with Originals of all these for verification. Candidates who are already working/ or in similar positions should produce no objection certificate obtained from their employer/ supervisor at the time of interview. No TA/DA will be paid for appearing in the interview. The selected candidates will be stationed either at Barrackpore or at the project site at Chilika Lake, Orissa as required from time to time and will have to conduct extensive fieldwork involving travel, survey of fish landing centers and extensive boating for sample collection.

FOR DETAILS, PLEASE REFER http://www.cifri.ernet.in/interview2.pdf