Last Date for Submission of Application is on May 17th, 2019.
Post and Vacancies :
Young Professional - 06 Posts
Research Associate - 06 Posts
Senior Research Fellow - 15 Posts
Young Professional
Other Qualification Details:
Project: World Bank- ICAR funded NAHEP-CAAST project on “Genomics-Assisted Crop Improvement and Management” (Date of Project Termination: 31 March 2022)
1. Essential qualifications: B. Tech. or Master degree in computer science/Computer Engineering /MCA or equivalent. Master degree in Computer Science/Information Technology/Information Sciences/MCA or an equivalent Master degree from a recognized university. Master’s degree in Genetics/Plant Breeding/Plant Genetic Resources/ Biochemistry/ Entomology/ Nematology/ Plant Pathology/ Biotechnology/ Microbiology/Plant Physiology or relevant life sciences
2. Desirable qualifications: Experience in Web-Site, Portal development, and management, MySQL; Experience in Java/ C++/ PHP/ PERL/ Python, etc. based application development; Exposure to image data acquisition, storage, and analysis, Work experience in a webinar/website development/website management/ multimedia content development. Work experience in any area of genomics.
Age: 35 and 40 years for men
Research Associate:
Other Qualification Details:
1. Essential Qualifications: Ph.D. in Bioinformatics / Computer Science / Computer Application / Agricultural Statistics. or Candidates with at least two years of research experience as SRF/JRF/similar positions after completing their Master Degree on the following subjects: M.Sc. in Bioinformatics / Computer Application / Agricultural Statistics with 4 years or 5 years of Bachelor’s degree or MCA. Those with 3 years bachelor’s degree, Ph.D. degree in Entomology/Nematology/Plant Pathology/ Biotechnology/ Microbiology, Ph.D. degree in Genetics/ Plant Breeding/ Molecular Biology & Biotechnology/ Biochemistry/ Horticulture/ Plant Physiology/ Botany/Life sciences or relevant subjects.
2. Desirable qualifications: Knowledge in Computational Genomics, Bioinformatics, NGS Data Analysis; Expertise in computer programming: Perl/PHP/Java/python; Expertise in the use of R/MATLAB and other Bioinformatics software; Expertise in database and Website development & management. Experience in Molecular Microbiology, NGS based bioinformatic and metagenomic tools; proficiency in computer skills, Experience in Gene/QTL mapping, GWAS, Transcriptomics, Analysis and use of NGS, GBS & SNP genotyping data.
Age: 35 and 40 years for men
Senior Research Fellow:
Other Qualification Details:
Project: DBT-Funded Project on “Establishing an efficient platform for precise genome editing in rice” (Date of Project Termination: 28 February 2022)
1. Essential Qualifications: Post Graduate degree in Computer Sciences/ Statistics/ Remote sensing / Geoinformatics/ Geoinformation science with 4/5 years bachelor’s degree or integrated (B. Tech. + M. Tech. 5 years) in a relevant subject. Those with 3 years bachelor’s degree, OR Ph.D. in any of the above disciplines (No NET/GATE is required), Master’s degree in Entomology/ Nematology/ Plant Pathology/ Biotechnology/ Microbiology with 4/5 years bachelor’s degree. Those with 3 years bachelor’s degree must have UGC/CSIR/ICAR NET/GATE qualification or equivalent or Ph.D. in any of the above disciplines, Post Graduate degree in Genetics/ Botany/ Biochemistry/ Plant Physiology/Molecular Biology & Biotechnology/Plant Breeding/Horticulture or relevant biological Sciences with 4/5 years bachelor’s degree or integrated (B. Tech. + M. Tech. 5 years) in relevant subject. Those with 3 years bachelor’s degree must have UGC- NET/CSIR-NET/ MHRD-GATE qualification or equivalent, Post Graduate degree in Plant Physiology/Genetics/Botany/Biochemistry/ or relevant biological Sciences with 4/5 years bachelor’s degree or integrated (B. Tech. + M. Tech. 5 years) in a relevant subject.
2. Desirable qualifications: molecular biology techniques, genetic transformation of rice through Agrobacterium-mediated transformation, molecular and physiological analysis of genetically engineered plants, Physiological analysis, phenotyping of plants for stress tolerance under field conditions, Experience in Molecular Microbiology, NGS based bioinformatic and metagenomic tools; proficiency in computer skills, Expertise in computer programming; UAV Remote Sensing; Working experience on image acquisition and processing using different sensors (thermal, multi-spectral Division of Plant Physiology Page 3 of 7 and hyperspectral, etc.) using R/ MATLAB/Python,
Age: 35 and 40 years for men
General Conditions:
1. No objection Certificate from the current employer is required if working.
2. Biodata as per the format is given in Annexure 1 should be submitted along with attested copies of 10th, 12th, Under-graduation, post-graduation, Ph.D. and NET/GATE and other certificates required. Affix an attested recent passport size photograph in the Biodata. The biodata should contain Academic qualifications starting from 10th Standard to the maximum qualification with % marks obtained, distinction/medal if any. This is required for calculation of the academic score. If the candidates do not fill the marks and relevant attested certificates, the academic score will not be awarded.
3. Candidate should submit office orders for research experience, in addition to the certificate from the PIs, wherever applicable.
4. Candidate should bring project work report/thesis, testimonials/experience certificates, published research papers, etc. to support their claim on experience.
5. The above posts are purely temporary and will be filled on contractual basis for an initial period of six months or project duration whichever is earlier. The tenure may be extended based on the satisfactory performance of the incumbent. There is no provision of re-engagement after the termination of the scheme. Selected candidate shall not claim for regular appointment at this institute as the fellowship is co-terminus with respective scheme.
6. If the performance of the SRF is non-satisfactory, he/she will be terminated from the post with one month notice.
7. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
Selection Process:
Selection Will be Based either Written Exam/Interview
How to Apply:
Candidates interested in research and development with the qualifications are given in the following table may report for interview at 9:30 A.M. on 17th May 2019 (Friday) in Committee Room, Division of Plant Physiology, IARI, Pusa Campus, New Delhi 110 012. Candidate should report by 9:30 AM on 17-05-2019 for verification of Certificates (must bring original certificates). Candidates reporting after 10.30AM for verification of Certificates will not be considered for an interview.
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