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Project Scientist I & II, Project Associate-I, Technical Assistant & Field Worker at ICAR-NBFGR

8 May, 2024 2:12 PM IST

ICAR-National Bureau of Fish Genetic Resources (NBFGR) is inviting candidates for a walk-in-interview for the positions of Project Scientist I & II, Project Associate-I, Technical Assistant & Field Worker on a contractual basis under Deep Ocean Mission (DOM) - MOES project at PAGR Centre, Kochi. Here are the details:

Position Overview 

Post Name

Project Scientist I & II, Project Associate-I, Technical Assistant & Field Worker

Vacancy

08

Start of Application

03-05-2024

Date of Interview

13-06-2024 (09:00 h)

Project

"Diving Down the Deep: Exploring the Deep-Sea ichthyo-Faunal Resources of Indian waters for Sustainable Utilization – A multidisciplinary Approach"

Venue

The designated workplace will be at ICAR-NBFGR, PAGR Centre, Kochi. Additionally, project personnel may be required to work at ICAR-NBFGR, HQ, Lucknow periodically.

 

Qualifications  and Eligibility

Project Scientist II: 1 post

  • PhD in fisheries science with expertise in fish genetics, breeding, biotechnology, aquatic animal health, or fisheries resource management, OR

  • PhD in marine biology, ocean science and technology, zoology, biotechnology, biochemistry, biological sciences, or life sciences. 

  • Three years of research and development experience in academic or science and technology settings. 

  • Familiarity with fish cell culture, molecular techniques, fish taxonomy, and onboard experience, along with publications in peer-reviewed international journals.

Project Scientist-I: 1 post

  • PhD in fisheries science with a focus on fisheries resource management, fish genetics and breeding, or fish biotechnology, OR 

  • PhD in marine biology, ocean science and technology, zoology, biological sciences, or life sciences. 

  • Proficiency in fish cell culture, molecular techniques, and fish taxonomy, as well as onboard experience and a record of research publications in peer-reviewed international journals.

Project Associate-I: 3 post

  • M.F.Sc. with a specialization in fisheries resource management, fish genetics and breeding, fish biotechnology, aquatic animal health, or fish pathology and microbiology. 

  • M.Sc. in marine biology, ocean science and technology, zoology, biological sciences, or life sciences is acceptable. 

  • Proficiency in integrative fish taxonomy, fish cell culture, and molecular techniques, as well as field experience in marine exploration and documentation or onboard experience. 

  • A track record of research publications in peer-reviewed international journals is preferred.

Technical Assistant: 1 post

  • B.F.Sc or a B.Sc in Zoology, or a B.Voc in Aquaculture or Biotechnology, or a B.E/B.Tech in Bioinformatics or Computer Science. 

  • Experience in fish sampling and basic laboratory work, as well as proficiency in computer skills including Microsoft Office, CorelDraw, Photoshop, and related software.

Field Worker: 2 post

  • Qualification till Intermediate (10+2). 

  • Experience in fish sampling and basic laboratory work, as well as prior working experience in nationalized laboratories. 

  • Possessing a Diploma or Certificate course in computer science is preferred. 

Age Limit

  • Project Scientist I: Max. 35 yrs.

  • Project Scientist II: Max. 40 yrs.

  • Project Associate-I: Max. 35 yrs.

  • Technical Assistant: Max. 50 yrs.

  • Field Worker: Max. 50 yrs.

Monthly Remuneration 

  • Project Scientist I: Rs. 56,000/- + HRA

  • Project Scientist II: Rs. 67,000/- + HRA 

  • Project Associate-I: Rs. 31,000/- + HRA 

  • Technical Assistant: Rs. 20,000/- + HRA.

  • Field Worker: Rs. 18,000/- + HRA

Selection Procedure

Candidates will be selected based on their academic performance, research experience, and performance during the interview.

Application Procedure

  • Interested and eligible candidates are requested to visit the official website, download the application form, submit it along with all supporting documents in the attached proforma on or before 06.06.2024 to the email address of PAGR Centre, ICAR NBFGR, Kochi at pmfgr.nbfgr@icar.gov.in or nbfgrcochin@gmail.com.

  • Shortlisted candidates selected for the interview will receive notifications via their respective email addresses by or before 11.06.2024.

For additional information and updates, candidates can visit the website at http://www.nbfgr.res.in/ or can contact - (0522) 2441735 or mail at director.nbfgr@icar.gov.in

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