Junior Research Fellow Position at ICAR-IARI in Genetics Division

The Division of Genetics at the ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) in New Delhi is calling for applications for a Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position under a DST-SERB-funded research project. The selected candidate will work on investigating resistance mechanisms in tropical field corn against common pests. This position is purely contractual, offering a great opportunity for qualified candidates to contribute to advanced agricultural research.

Project Overview

• Project Title: Molecular Insights to Understand the Mechanisms of Resistance to Fall Armyworm (Spodoptera frugiperda) and Spotted Stem Borer (Chilo partellus) in Tropical Field Corn (Zea mays).

• Principal Investigator (PI): Dr. Ganapati Mukri

• Contact Email: ganapati.mukri@icar.gov.in

Position Details

Position Title	Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Number of Posts	1
Funding Source	DST Funded
Duration	Initially up to 24-01-2025, extendable based on performance
Monthly Emoluments	JRF: ₹37,000 + 27% HRA (1st and 2nd year); SRF: ₹42,000 + 27% HRA (3rd year)

Eligibility Criteria

Essential Qualifications

1. Educational Qualification: Postgraduate degree in Life Sciences, Agricultural Sciences, or equivalent professional courses.

2. Selection Process: Must meet one of the following criteria as per DST guidelines:

• Qualified through the National Eligibility Test (e.g., CSIR-UGC-NET, GATE).

• Selection through a national-level exam conducted by a central government agency (e.g., DST, DBT, ICAR, IISc, etc.).

3. Additional Requirement: Two years of research experience.

Desirable Skills

• Experience in maize breeding.

• Knowledge of Breeding Management Systems and Genomic Prediction Models.

• Proficiency in molecular research, computer usage, and data analytics.

Age Limit

• Maximum age: 35 years (age relaxation applicable as per government norms, five years for SC/ST & women, and three years for OBC candidates).

Application and Interview Process

1. Application Submission: Interested candidates must submit their application in the prescribed format along with self-attested scanned copies of their documents by email to Dr. Mukri by 15th November 2024.

2. Interview Process: Shortlisted candidates will receive an email invitation for an online interview scheduled for 18th November 2024 from 10:00 A.M. onwards.

Important Dates	Details
Last Date to Apply	15th November 2024
Online Interview Date	18th November 2024 (10:00 A.M)
Reporting Time for Interview	Notified via email

Documents Required

Candidates must submit the following documents in scanned format:

• Application form (in the prescribed format).

• Certificates from matriculation onwards.

• Date of birth certificate.

• NET/equivalent certificate.

• Degree certificate (original or provisional).

• Recent passport-size photograph.

• Proof of research experience.

• Publications (if any).

Candidates are encouraged to read the official notification on the ICAR-IARI website for further information before applying. Selected candidates must produce original documents and a medical certificate at the time of joining.