Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University (RPCAU), Pusa, is announcing a vacancy for one (01) position of Project Associate-I. This position is purely contractual and time-bound, funded by a DBT Research Project titled “Introgression of QTL(s) to Enhance Grain Dimethylarsenic Acid (DMA) Concentration in Major Rice Varieties.” The role is based in the Department of AB&MB, CBS&H, RPCAU, Pusa. Here are the details:
Position Overview
Post Name |
Project Associate-I |
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Vacancy |
01 |
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Publishing date |
19/08/2024 |
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Date of Interview |
04/09/2024 (09:00 A.M.) |
Qualifications and Eligibility
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Master’s degree in Agricultural Biotechnology, Molecular Biology & Biotechnology, Biotechnology, Plant Breeding & Genetics, Biochemistry, or a related Agricultural or Natural Science with at least 60% marks (or a 6.0 GPA on a 10-point scale).
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Candidates must have cleared CSIR/UGC NET (including Assistant Professorship) or a national-level exam conducted by Central Government Departments or agencies, such as DST.
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Preference will be given to candidates with experience in rice genetics, Marker Assisted Breeding, and gene expression studies.
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Experience in both rice fieldwork and laboratory settings is preferred.
Age limit: Maximum 35 years
Monthly Remuneration
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Rs. 31,000+8% HRA
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Note: Selected candidates without a NET/GATE or equivalent national-level examination will receive a monthly salary of Rs. 25,000 plus 8% HRA.
Selection Procedure
Candidates will be selected based on their interview performance, evaluated on their academic qualifications, experience, publications, and any achievements or awards listed in their application.
Application Procedure
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Eligible candidates are invited to attend a walk-in interview on September 4, 2024, at 09:00 AM at the Office of the Dean, CBS&H, RPCAU, Pusa, Samastipur.
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Please bring a printed and completed application form (attached), along with original and self-attested copies of all relevant documents (e.g., date of birth, educational qualifications, experience certificates).
For further details, interested candidates may refer to the prescribed application form available on the University's official website https://rpcau.ac.in/