The ICAR-National Institute for Plant Biotechnology is inviting applicants for the position of Senior Research Fellow (SRF) for the project “Enhancing Abiotic Stress Tolerance in Wheat and Pearl Millet: Insights from Integrated Epigenetic, Physiological, and Molecular Interventions.” This position is purely on a contractual basis. Here are the details:
Position Overview
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Post Name |
Senior Research Fellow (SRF) |
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Vacancy |
01 |
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Date of Interview |
11/06/2024 (11: 00 am) |
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Funding Agency |
Indian Council of Agricultural Research |
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Venue and Reporting Time |
LBS Building, Pusa Campus, New Delhi – 110012 at 09:30 am. |
Qualifications and Experience
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Master’s degree in Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Life Sciences, Agricultural Biotechnology, or a related field, with a 4- or 5-year Bachelor’s degree is required.
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Candidates with a 3-year Bachelor’s degree and a 2-year Master’s degree must have NET qualifications and 2 years of research experience, as specified in relevant OMs.
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Research experience in cloning, constructing expression constructs, transformation, RNA analysis, transcript profiling, and bioinformatics.
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The age limit for the SRF position is 35 years for males and 40 years for females, as per ICAR guidelines. Age relaxation is applicable for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), SC, ST, and PH candidates according to Government of India rules.
Tenure: The appointment will be for a period of two years from the date of joining or until the project's termination, whichever comes first. Extension is possible based on satisfactory performance.
Monthly Remuneration
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Rs. 31000/- + 27% HRA (for first two years)
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Rs.35000/-+ 27% HRA (from third year)
Selection Procedure
Final selection will be based on the qualification, eligibility and the performance in the interview.
Application Procedure
Interested candidates should email their application, biodata, and publications (soft copy only) to sbthakur@yhoo.com at least seven days before the interview. Candidates must bring four copies of the application form, two self-attested copies of all relevant documents, and the original documents for verification.
For further information or any query, visit the official website: https://nipb.icar.gov.in/