The Division of Microbiology at the ICAR - Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) is inviting eligible candidates to participate in a walk-in interview for the recruitment of temporary posts under a DBT-funded project. The positions available are for one Research Associate and one Project Associate. Below are the details for the available positions:
Vacancies Detail
Project Title: Development of Engineered Azotobacter with Superefficient Biofertilizer Activity
Position 1: Research Associate - 1
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Number of Posts: 1
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Emoluments: Rs. 58,000/- + 27% HRA per month
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Interview Date: June 21, 2024
Qualifications:
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Essential:
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With Doctoral Degree: Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, or any related Life Sciences discipline, with relevant experience.
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With Master's Degree: Master's degree in the above-mentioned fields with a 4/5 years Bachelor's degree, 1st Division or 60% marks or equivalent, at least three years of research experience, and one research paper in a Science Citation Index (SCI) or NAAS-rated journal.
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Desirable: Experience in recombinant DNA technology.
Position 2: Project Associate - 1
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Number of Posts: 1
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Emoluments: Rs. 31,000/- + 27% HRA per month
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Interview Date: June 21, 2024
Qualifications:
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Essential:
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Master’s Degree: In Plant Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Life Sciences, or allied basic sciences.
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Selection Criteria: Candidates must have been selected through National Eligibility Tests (CSIR-UGC NET, GATE) or National level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments and their Agencies.
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Alternative Emoluments: Rs. 25,000/- + HRA for candidates not falling under the above selection criteria.
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Desirable: Experience in recombinant DNA technology.
General Information
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Contract Basis: Positions are temporary, initially up to March 31, 2025, and extendable based on project continuation and satisfactory performance.
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Age Limit:
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Research Associate: Maximum 40 years for men, 45 years for women (relaxation of five years for SC/ST and three years for OBC candidates as per GOI/ICAR rules).
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Project Associate: Maximum 35 years for men, 40 years for women (relaxation of five years for SC/ST and three years for OBC candidates as per GOI/ICAR rules).
Interview Details
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Reporting Time: 9:30 - 10:30 AM
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Location: Division of Microbiology, IARI, PUSA campus, New Delhi - 110012
Candidates are advised to read the official notification before applying and can find more information on the ICAR-IARI official website.