JRF/Postdoctoral Research Associate positions are available in the DBT-ICGEB Centre for Advanced Bioenergy Research

Junior Research Fellow (JRF) / Postdoctoral Research Associate (PDF) positions are available in the DBT-ICGEB Centre for Advanced Bioenergy Research. The positions are available initially for one year with annual extensions up to three years.

Project I (JRF: 1 & PDF: 1 [one each]):

“High-throughput screening of lipid producing microalgae through omics approach” PI: Dr. Pavan Jutur

• Identification and characterization of robust microalgae from various collections for the genetic improvements.
• Genome sequencing and annotation of selected microalgae for facilitating pathway engineering.
• ‘omics’ approach to understand lipid biosynthetic pathway and its regulation in microalgae.

Project II (JRF: 1 & PDF: 1 [one each])

“Systems Biology of microbes for improved biofuel production”: PI: Dr. Shireesh Srivastava

1. Development of protocols for improved growth and lipid accumulation in marine bluegreen algae.
2. Development of transformation protocols for marine blue-green algae.
3. Application of systems-level metabolic models to simulate growth and lipid production as well as to find appropriate gene targets to improve lipid production and selectivity.
4. Systems biology modeling to simulate cellular responses.
   Required qualifications and experience for JRFs:
5. M.Sc. in biotechnology, life sciences or other relevant field.
6. Has experience in basic molecular biology and metabolic analyses.

Required qualifications and experience for PDFs:

• Ph.D. in biotechnology, life sciences or other relevant field.
• Has experience of algal/plant molecular biology techniques.
• Experience of metabolic modeling and systems biology.
• Experience of microbial cultivation and genetic manipulations.

Interested candidates may send application along with CV mentioning the project/PI via email to shireesh@icgeb.res.in (Dr. Shireesh) or jppavan@icgeb.res.in (Dr. Pavan) on or before 30/11/2012.

THSTI invites applications from Indian citizen for Ph.D programme at Osaka University, Japan

TRANSLATIONAL HEALTH SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY INSTITUTE
(An autonomous institute of Department of Biotechnology, Govt. of India)
Recruitment Notice No. : THS/RN/20/2012

Ph.D. Programme in Biomedical Science at the Graduate School of Medicine,

Osaka University, Japan

Translational Health Science and Technology Institute (THSTI) invites applications from Indian citizen for Ph.D. programme at Osaka University, Japan for the academic year 2013. Applicants will be screened for compliance at THSTI, and then interviewed by THSTI selection committee. Details of the Interdisciplinary Program for Biomedical Sciences (IPBS) are available at the
Osaka University official website (http://www.med.osaka-u.ac.jp/index-e.html).

Eligibility Criteria:

• Candidates must hold (or expect to complete by September 30, 2013) a Master’s degree or equivalent in Life Sciences, Medicine, Dentistry,Veterinary Science or Pharmaceutical Sciences.
• Valid TOEFL (≥600) or IELTS (≥6.5) score.

Documents to be submitted to THSTI:

• Cover letter, CV, recent passport size photograph and a statement of scientific intent and ability.
• Letters of recommendation from academic only. (at least two)
• All academic transcripts/records from high school to post-graduation. (10th to Master’s)
• A copy of TOEFL or IELTS scores.Important notes for applicants:
  
• Incomplete applications will be rejected. Revision of applications once submitted is not permitted.
• Please do not submit original documents with the application. Submitted documents will not be returned.
• Initial screening for candidates will take place at THSTI. Final selection will be carried out jointly by THSTI and Osaka University at THSTI.
• Accepted students will be students of Osaka University and will receive funding from Osaka University.

Contact Information:
For applications, please send the above-mentioned documents to recruitment@thsti.res.in by December 15, 2012. Shortlisted candidates will be invited at THSTI for an interview for the final selection.

Apply for Assistant Manager @ HLL Biotech Limited

HLL Biotech Limited (HBL) is a 100% subsidiary of HLL Lifecare Limited, a Mini Ratna Schedule B Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare. HBL is setting up a vaccine complex at Chengalpett, Chennai for manufacturing of Bacterial and Viral Vaccines & developing a strong R&D base for vaccine technologies within the country.

Position:  ASSISTANT MANAGER (REGULATORY AFFAIRS)

Last date: 21/11/2012

Maximum Age: 37 Years as on 01/Nov/2012

For Permanent Post

• Scale of Pay Rs.12600-32500
• Annual CTC Rs.4.6 lakhs (approx.)

Benefits Includes Variable Dearness Allowance, House Rent allowance, Cafeteria Packages of perks and Allowances, Leave benefits, Medical Insurance and Personal Accident Insurance.

Job Responsibilities: Dealing with DCGI, WHO, FDA and other regulatory authorities, should be capable of handling regulatory authorities in the regulatory audits, pre-clinical and clinical requirement of vaccine products.

Location: Chennai (Tamil Nadu)

No. of Positions: 1

Qualification:

• Any of these Qualifications is Essential
• M.Sc. (Microbiology) : 60% of marks
• M.Sc. (Biochemistry) : 60% of marks
• M.Sc (Molecular Biology) : 60% of marks
• M.Pharm : 60% of marks
• BE/B.TECH (BIOTECHNOLOGY) : 60 % of marks
• BE/B.TECH (CHEMICAL) : 60 % of marks
• BVSc : 60 % of marks

Essential Experience:

1yrs Experience should be in the field of Vaccines like Measles, Japanese Encephalitis, Pentavalent, Hepatitis B, Haemophilus Influenzae type b and Rabies.

Excellent Opportunity for Research Scientist in "DMPK" @ Piramal Healthcare Limited

Position: Research Scientist/Senior Research Scientist

• Department: Drug Metabolism and Pharmacokinetics (DMPK)
• Group: DMPK
• Location: Goregaon, Mumbai
• Education: M.Pharm. with 8-10 years experience or Ph.D. with 2-3 years experience Educational background in biopharmaceutics, pharmaceutical sciences, chemistry, biochemistry or a related field.

Experience: 3-8years

Job Responsibilities:

• The incumbent will be responsible for design and conduct of in vitro studies such as permeability assays (Caco-2 and PAMPA), microsomal and hepatocytes incubations.
• The candidate should be skilled in preparation of microsomes and hepatocytes. Should possess extensive experience and knowledge in maintenance of Caco-2 cell lines and hepatocytes.
• Should have experience in physiochemical characterization (solubility, pKa and lipophilicity estimation) for new chemical entities.
• The candidate should have experience in handling LC-MS/MS for quantification as well metabolite identification.
• Accept leadership role in troubleshooting and solving challenging bioanalytical and biotransformation problems.
• Prepares scientific reports that document the assay results and trouble shoot the cell culture and LC-MS issues. 
• Skills:
  
• The candidate will be responsible for designing, planning and conduct of pharmacokinetic and in vitro drug metabolism/transport studies to support drug discovery projects.
• Should have cross-functional knowledge of analytical, metabolism, in vitro and in vivo methodologies for DMPK. Skills in experimental design, mathematical problem solving for biological systems, critical data analysis/interpretation and biostatistics are required.
• Should be able to review, analyze and interpret bioanalytical data. Basic computer skills, including word-processing, graphics and spreadsheet programs are required.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, and interpersonal skills are a must.
• Should have ability to perform as an effective, flexible and self-assured team player.
• Have worked in DMPK lab with renowned Pharma and/or CRO

Interested candidates may send us CVs by 20th November 2012.

Applications may be sent to research.recruitment@piramal.com.

The subject line may read 'Application for RS/SRS-DMPK-001'

Opportunity for Freshers : 10 posts of Microbiologist vacant @ Bibo Water, Hyderabad

Basically a Water Treatment Technology company having executed various industrial water treatment and drinking water plants, the company diversified into manufacturing of Mineral Water in 1996.

• Post : Microbiologist (10)
• Qualifications : M.Sc Microbiology
• Experience : 0-1 yrs

Job Description : As Microbiologist, Testing the Water Sample, like Ph, Carbohydres, nutrients, alge ect.., in Laboratory, Testing of Water Sample and Maintaining the Lab in Factory.

How to apply : Send your resumes to mktgmurali@bibowater.com

Applications are invited for the post of JRF in a DBT funded project @ PGIMER

Applications are invited on plain paper for the post of Junior Research Fellow in the DBT funded project entitled “Exploration of conformational issues in HLA-B27 Misfolding” under Dr. Manni Luthra Guptasarma, Addl. Professor, Deptt. of Immunopathology as per details given below:-

• Post : Junior Research Fellow - 01 position
• Qualification: Masters (1st Class) in Life Sciences, Chemistry, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology with GATE / NET (JRF/LS*).* Preference will be given to NET-LS candidate.
• Upper Age limit: 28years (relaxable in case of SC/ST/OBC/PH/Women candidate as per rules).

The engagement in the project is purely on temporary basis maximum for the period of duration of the project. However, appointment will initially be offered for a period of one year, and will be extended on yearly basis depending upon satisfactory performance and co-terminus with the project. The appointment can be terminated by either side by giving one month’s notice OR stipend thereof. 

How to apply : Interested Candidates fulfilling the above conditions are required to submit their complete biodata duly signed and enclosed with photocopies of certificates/testimonials in support of date of birth, qualification/ experience etc. & affixed with latest photograph.

Last date : by 16/11/2012, 4.00pm in the Department of Immunopathology, Lab No.25, 4th Floor, Research Block-A.

Date,time and venue of interview : Candidates should appear for test/personal interview along with original certificates on 20/11/2012 at 3.00pm in Room No.29,Department of Immunopathology, Research Block-A, PGIMER, Chandigarh.

No interview letters will be sent. No TA/DA will be paid.

Applications are invited for the post of SRF @ Panjab University

Applications with detailed bio-data alongwith attested copies of certificates are invited from the eligible candidates for the appointment of Senior Research Fellow (SRF) in a DBT sponsored research project entitled “Biotransformation of epoxides by recombinant epoxide hydrolases”. The duration of the research project is 3 years. 

• Post : SRF
• Qualifications : Should have qualified M.Sc. with a minimum of 55% marks in Biochemistry/ Biotechnology/ Life Sciences/ Biosciences subjects.
• Desirable : Candidate with a minimum of two years practical research experience in the area of enzymology / Protein purification, microbiology, molecular biology, will be preferred.
• Remuneration: M.Sc. + minimum two years research experience + NET–JRF qualified  : Rs.18,000/- + 20% HRA , M.Sc. + minimum two years research experience but not NET–JRF qualified : Rs. 14,000/- + 20% HRA , M.Sc. without any research experience and not NET–JRF qualified   : Rs. 12,000/- + 20% HRA 

The above post is purely temporary and will be filled on contractual basis initially for a period of one year, but may be extended on year-to-year basis, based on performance of the candidate. 

The candidate shall not claim for regular appointment in the university, as the post is co-terminus with the project. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview. Only the candidates having essential qualification would be called for the interview.  

How to apply : Send your application to Dipti Sareen (PI) by email diptsare@pu.ac.in

Last date : 10-11-2012

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Walk-in-interview for the post of JRF @ Directorate of Wheat Research Regional Station, Flowerdale, Shimla

A ‘Walk-in-Interview’ is proposed to be held at this DWR, Regional Station, Flowerdale, Shimla, on 27.11.2012 for filling up the undermentioned position on contractual basis.

• Project : “Puccinia triticina genomics, Network on DE novo sequencing, fitness variation and pathogencity.”
• Post : JRF (01)
• Qualifications : M.Sc. (Plant Biotechnology/Plant Genetics/Plant Breeding & Genetics/Plant Pathology/Botany with Plant Pathology
• Desirable : NET qualified, Ph.D in above subjects, in Plant Pathology & working knowledge of related computer software.
• Remuneration : For 1st & 2nd year: Rs. 16000/- p.m + 10%HRA For 3rd year:Rs.18000/- p.m + 10%HRA
• Date and time of interview : Interview: 27.11.2012  at10:00 AM.

Terms and conditions : 

• The upper age limit for JRF will be as under:-35 Years for Men & 40 Years for Women candidates(Relaxation for SC, ST and OBC candidates as per Govt. of India Norms.)
• The applicants must bring with them original documents and a brief report of research work done and latest two passport size photographs.
• Number of positions is tentative and there are possibilities of increase or decrease.
• Experience certificate in original for two years of research book done by candidate.
• The positions are purely on temporary basis and are co-terminus with the Project or are as indicated in the selection offer, whichever is earlier. The candidate will not have any right for absorption in DWR/ICAR.
• No TA/DA will be paid to attend the interview.
• The decision of the Project Director shall be final and binding in all respects.

Walk-In for JRF @ Department of Microbiology, Bharathidasan University

A walk-in interview for a Junior Research Fellow in the DBT, Govt. of India sponsored research project entitled “Antipathogenic potential of marine cyanobacteria in preventing quorum sensing dependent bacterial infections among aquaculture organism” will be held at the Department of Microbiology, Bharathidasan University, Tiruchirappalli- 620 024 on 19.11.2012 (Monday) at 10.30 AM.

Junior Research Fellow (one) 

Project Duration : 3 Years

Required Qualification : M.Sc. Microbiology / or any branches of Life Sciences with specialization in Microbiology.

Fellowship : Rs. 12,000 /-p.m. for initial 2 years and 14,000/-p.m. for 3rd Year.

How to Apply:

• Interested candidates may send their Bio data with details of Marks (with proof), full postal address, sex, date of birth, community etc. along with additional qualifications by email to ntdmbb@gmail.com in advance.
• Preference will be given to those having research experience on cyanobacteria.
• On the day of interview, the candidates must produce original certificates in proof of their educational qualification and experience and a recommendation letter from the head of the department/ institution where last studied/worked.
• No TA&DA will be given for attending the interview

Walk-in for the post of JRF @ IISR, Kozhikode

A walk in test followed by interview (based on test) will be held at Indian Institute of Spices Research, Kozhikode on 15-11-2012 at 09.30 AM for the selection of one Junior Research Fellow under the time bound project “Development of mechanical unit for production of white pepper from green pepper” as per details indicated below:

• Name of the Project : “Development of mechanical unit for production of white pepper from green pepper”
• Name of the post : Junior Research Fellow
• No. of posts : One
• Qualification : M.Sc in Microbiology with 60% marks and qualified in NET-JRF or NET-LS Candidates not qualified in NET need not attend)
• Desirable : Experience in Microbiology research
• Fellowship : For NET-LS qualified candidates Rs: 12000/- p.m + HRA(for 1st and 2nd years) and Rs. 14000/- p.m + HRA (for the 3rdyear for SRF) or For NET- JRF qualified candidates Rs. 16000/- pm + HRA(for 1st and 2nd years) and Rs. 18000/- p.m+ HRA(for the 3rd year for SRF)
• Age : 35 years for Men & 40 years for Women as on date of Interview (Upper Age limits are relaxable for SC, ST and OBC candidates as per Govt. of India norms(at present 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC)
• Duration of Project : Eighteen months

Date and time of Walk-in : 15-11-2012 at 09:30 am

General Terms and conditions :

• The above position is purely on temporary basis and is co-terminus with the closure of the project. There is no provision of re-employment after termination of project. The selected candidate will not have any right for claiming pay scale or absorption against any regular post being vacant on a later date at this Institute.
• No TA/DA will be paid for attending the Interview.
• Canvassing in any form will lead to cancellation of candidate.
• The decision of Director, IISR would be final and binding in all aspects.
• Candidates will not be permitted to enter the Examination Hall after 10.00 A.M.
  
• Candidates who secure the minimum marks prescribed by the Institute in written test only will be eligible for calling for the interview. The number of candidates to be called for the interview will be decided by the Director of the Institute.
• Those who do not possess original Degree/PG certificate or Provisional certificate and NET certificate will not be allowed to attend the Test/Interview.
• If needed., candidates may have to stay one more day for the interview

Note :No objection certificate in case he/she is employed elsewhere and experience certificate in
original (if any) need to be produced at the time of interview.
All relevant certificates (in original) and bio data.

  

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Applications are invited for JRF @ School of Biological Sciences, Madurai Kamaraj University

Applications are invited for a temporary Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position to work in a Board of Research in Nuclear Sciences (BRNS) funded research project entitled, “Investigation of “Microtron generated low-energy electron beam induced chemo-sensitization response” for combinatorial cancer therapy”, to work under the guidance of Dr.G.Kumaresan, Principal Investigator, Cancer Genetics Laboratory, Dept. of Genetics, School of Biological Sciences, Madurai Kamaraj University.

Qualifications: First class M.Sc., in any branch of life sciences with hands-on experience in molecular biology or cell biology or mouse models. Applicants with none of these experiences will not be considered.

Duration: Until the project period of March, 2014.

Fellowship: As per BRNS norms.

Candidates having thirst for an ambitious research career in Molecular Cancer Therapeutics and Cancer Genomics are encouraged to apply. The selected candidates cannot register for Ph.D., but will be encouraged to publish first and Co-authored research articles.

How to Apply:

Interested applicants may send 3 copies of their curriculum vitae with photocopies of the consolidated mark statement, reference letter from research / project / M.Sc., dissertation supervisor, and other relevant documents to Dr.G.Kumaresan, Associate Professor & Head, Dept. of Genetics, School of Biological Sciences, Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai – 625 021, on or before 30th Nov 2012. 

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Society of Young Scientist, AIIMS: Vote and Support

Telomere Length in Blood Chromosomes Serve As Health Indicators

Studies reveal shorter telomere length in the blood cell is associated with pancreatic cancer.

Telomeres are the capping blocks to chromosomes; the tip of the iceberg shielding the underlying foundation so to speak. Chromosomes, the fountain of genetic material beneath the telomeres, contain important instructions for the cell to divide in order – and avoid cancerous outbreaks.

Telomere location on chromosome

As a cell divides its telomeres naturally grow shorter in length. Telomeres provide stability and strength of gene cohesiveness. Individuals are more prone to genetic mutations and disease as their telomeres degrade with age.

Many factors influence the length and health of telomeres. Such factors include stressful lives, chronic inflammation, poor glucose control, and cigarette smoke. Poor habits such as those set the ground for genetic damage.

Telomere length is currently finding uses as an health indicator pointing to problems besides pancreatic cancer. In fact, shortened telomeres in blood have been found in populations suffering from colon cancer.

Dr. Lisa A. Boardman, of Mayo Clinic, and other researchers hope to create a telomere marker test to be used for clinical diagnosis. Their research is currently being published in Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers and Prevention, a journal of the American Association for Cancer Research.

Source: Biomedical Blog

Ph.D. Position @ Amrita Centre for Nanoscience and Molecular Medicine

Applications are invited for a Ph.D. position in an ICMR funded project entitled “Genotypic- Phenotypic correlation study of Neurofibromatosis-1 in the Indian population”

Candidates with ICMR / CSIR / DBT or other fellowships are preferred.

Life science candidates with molecular biology background are preferred.

Send your resume to: dr.ashok.pillai@gmail.com

 

Amrita Centre for Nanoscience and Molecular Medicine, Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre, Kochi-41