Walk-in-interview for SRF position in IARI, Newdelhi

Position: SRF (one)
Project : Biophysical and Biochemical characterization of plant response to inonizing radiation for environmental radiation protection. (Funded by BARC, Mumbai)
Qualification: M.Sc in Plant Physiology or Biochemistry with minimum 60% marks.
Desirable: Experience in Laboratory instrumentation and analytical works. knowledge of computers and statistical analysis
Contact: Dr. B. Singh 
Mail: bsingh@iari.res.in
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Junior Research Fellow vacancies in Division of Plant Physiology, Indian Agriculture Research Institute, New Delhi

Walk in interview on 07. 09.2009 at 10.00 am for the two posts of Junior Research Fellow, in the pay scales of Rs.12000/ + HRA in the DST sponsored project on “Cloning and overexpression of the genes encoding high affinity nitrate transporter in Brassica juncea and wheat” at the Division of Plant Physiology, IARI, New Delhi-110012.

Qualifications

Essential: M.Sc. in Molecular Biology/ Biotechnology /Plant Physiology

Desirable: Experience in molecular techniques and physio-biochemical assays, tissue culture.

Age: 35 years.

Terms and conditions:

1.      Relaxation in age for SC/ST/OBC candidates as per ICAR norms.

2.      No Objection and experience certificate from the current employer in case he/she is in employment.

3.      The above positions are purely contractual, co-terminus with the project / scheme, and offered initially for a period of one year and further extendable based on satisfactory performance for the remaining period of the project. Selected candidates will not be entitled to claim for regular appointments/absorption either in this institute or ICAR

4.      No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.

5.      Candidates may appear for walk-in-interview with bio-data, reprints of publications, thesis, reports etc., passport size attested photos, original certificates and attested photocopies of all certificates, mark sheets, degrees and testimonials.

6.      Candidates reaching after specified timing may not ordinarily be entertained.

7.      Canvassing in any form will disqualify the candidature. The Director’s decision will be final and binding in all respects.

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Discovery of New Microorganisms in the Stratosphere

Three new species of bacteria, which are not found on Earth and which are highly resistant to ultra-violet radiation, have been discovered in the upper stratosphere by Indian scientists. One of the new species has been named as Janibacter hoylei, after the Distinguished Astrophysicist Fred Hoyle, the second as Bacillus isronensis recognising the contribution of ISRO in the balloon experiments which led to its discovery and the third as Bacillus aryabhata after Indias celebrated ancient astronomer Aryabhata and also the first satellite of ISRO.

The experiment was conducted using a 26.7 million cubic feet balloon carrying a 459 kg scientific payload soaked in 38 kg of liquid Neon, which was flown from the National Balloon Facility in Hyderabad, operated by the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR). The payload consisted of a cryosampler containing sixteen evacuated and sterilised stainless steel probes. Throughout the flight, the probes remained immersed in liquid Neon to create a cryopump effect. These cylinders, after collecting air samples from different heights ranging from 20 km to 41 km, were parachuted down and safely retrieved. These samples were analysed by scientists at the Center for Cellular and Molecular Biology, Hyderabad as well as the National Center for Cell Science (NCCS), Pune for independent examination, ensuring that both laboratories followed similar protocols to achieve homogeneity of procedure and interpretation.

The Analytical Findings are Summarised as Follows: In all, 12 bacterial and six fungal colonies were detected, nine of which, based on 16S RNA gene sequence, showed greater than 98% similarity with reported known species on earth. Three bacterial colonies, namely, PVAS-1, B3 W22 and B8 W22 were, however, totally new species. All the three newly identified species had significantly higher UV resistance compared to their nearest phylogenetic neighbours. Of the above, PVAS-1, identified as a member of the genus Janibacter, has been named Janibacter hoylei. sp. nov. The second new species B3 W22 was named as Bacillus isronensis sp.nov. and the third new species B8 W22 as Bacillus aryabhata.

The precautionary measures and controls operating in this experiment inspire confidence that these species were picked up in the stratosphere. While the present study does not conclusively establish the extra-terrestrial origin of microorganisms, it does provide positive encouragement to continue the work in our quest to explore the origin of life.

This multi-institutional effort had Jayant Narlikar from the Inter-University Centre for Astronomy and Astrophysics, Pune as Principal Investigator and veteran Scientists U.R. Rao from ISRO and P.M. Bhargava from Anveshna supported as mentors of the experiment. S. Shivaji from CCMB and Yogesh Shouche from NCCS were the biology experts and Ravi Manchanda from TIFR was in charge of the balloon facility. C.B.S. Dutt was the Project Director from ISRO who was in charge of preparing and operating the complex payload.

This was the second such experiment conducted by ISRO, the first one being in 2001. Even though the first experiment had yielded positive results, it was decided to repeat the experiment by exercising extra care to ensure that it was totally free from any terrestrial contamination.

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Research opportunities for exceptionally talented and strongly motivated students in TIFR

The Tata Institute of Fundamental Research is India's premier institution for advanced research in fundamental sciences. The Institute runs a graduate programme leading to the award of Ph.D. degree, as well as M.Sc. and Integrated Ph.D. in certain subjects. With its distinguished faculty, world class facilities and stimulating research environment, it is an ideal place for aspiring scientists to initiate their career.

The Graduate Programme at TIFR is classified into the following Subjects - Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer & Systems Sciences and Science Education. It is conducted at the Mumbai campus and various National Centres of TIFR.

Programs

Ph.D.: Mathematics (TIFR, Mumbai & CAM, Bangalore), Physics, Chemistry, Computer & Sytems Sciences, Biology (TIFR, Mumbai & NCBS, Bangalore).

Integrated Ph.D.: Mathematics (CAM, Bangalore), Biology (TIFR, Mumbai & NCBS, Bangalore).

M.Sc.: Biology (TIFR, Mumbai).

M.Sc. (Wildlife Biology & Conservation): Biology (NCBS, Bangalore).

Eligibility:

• Mathematics:
  For Ph.D. : M.Sc./B.E./B.Tech./M.Tech./M.A./ B.A./B.Sc. degree holders.
  For Integrated Ph.D. :
  

  B.A./B.Sc./B.E./B.Tech. degree holders. (Master's degree holders are not eligible for this programme.)

• Physics & Chemistry :
  

  For Ph.D. : M.Sc./B.E./B.Tech./ M.Tech degree holders. Final year B.Sc. students with consistently good academic record are also eligible to apply.

• Biology :
  

  For Ph.D. : Masters in Basic Science or Bachelors in Applied Science. These include M.Sc. (Agriculture), B.Tech., B.E., B.V.Sc., B.Pharma. (4 year course), MBBS, BDS, M.Pharma.
  

  
  For Integrated Ph.D./M.Sc. :
  Bachelors in any Basic Science.
  
  For M.Sc. (Wildlife & Conservation) :
  Degree in any discipline with a strong interest in Wildlife Biology.
  
  

  Students with training in Physics or Chemistry are also invited to apply for the biology programmes.
  

  
  Computer & Systems Sciences :
  

  For Ph.D. : B.E./B.Tech./M.E./M.Tech./MCA/ M.Sc. (Computer Science / Electrical Engineering / Electronics Engineering / Information Technology) degree holders. Exceptionally well qualified students with B.E./B.Tech./M.E./M.Tech./M.Sc. or equivalent degrees in other disciplines may also be considered.

Final year students with consistently good academic record and knowledge of advanced topics may also apply for the relevant subjects.

Candidates not holding a Master's degree and admitted to a Ph.D. programme can receive an M.Sc. degree by fulfilling prescribed requirements.

See http://www.tifr.res.in/~gsoffice for details.

Admission Procedure :

The admissions procedure (in all subjects, except Science Education) consists of a written test at one of the 22 nationwide centres.

Shortlisted candidates will be called for interviews to be held during end-February to early-April, 2010. Exact dates would be announced later.

Results of the entrance examination will be announced on January 15, 2010 on this website and students shortlisted for interview will be intimated by email.

Scholarship

For Ph.D. and Integrated Ph.D. programmes, the academic year starts from August 1, every year. The academic year for M.Sc. programme begins from July 1, every year.

• Ph.D.
  

  Students receive a monthly scholarship of Rs 12,000/- (enhanced to Rs 14,000/- after registration) and an annual contingency grant of Rs 15,000/-, in addition to a tuition grant covering the annual fees. The annual fee is Rs 4000/-.

• Integrated Ph.D. (Biology/Mathematics)
  

  Students receive a monthly scholarship of Rs 12,000/- (enhanced to Rs 14,000/- from third year onwards, subject to passing the Comprehensive Exam/registration), in addition to a tuition grant covering the annual fees.

• M.Sc. (Biology)
  Students receive a monthly scholarship of Rs 10,000/- and the annual fee is Rs 2000/-.

Accommodation is provided to Ph.D. and Integrated Ph.D. students only, at a nominal cost.

Syllabus & Sample Question Papers

http://univ.tifr.res.in/gs2010/Syllabus/syllabus.htm

Application Procedure

Students can apply online. Please follow appropriate link on this website for filling up the application form. Please read the instructions carefully before you start filling up the online application form.

Students who want to apply manually may send a request for application form (without DD) to :

For Biology : Admissions Section, NCBS, Bangalore
For other subjects, except Science Education:
Asstt. Registrar (Academic), TIFR, Mumbai.

The filled-in application form should be sent along with DD and two passport size photographs (one pasted on the application and one stapled to it).

Students may appear for the written test in multiple subjects if the timings do not clash. Please send a separate application (including Demand Draft) for each subject. In case of online applicants, students will have to re-register with a different email id.

Students who wish to apply online and make payment by Demand Draft may send the Demand Draft with their name, reference code and telephone number written behind it. Alternately, students can make online payment by Debit/Credit Card.

For mailing address and contact information, please refer to the Contact link.

http://univ.tifr.res.in/gs2010/contact/contact.htm

Application Fee & Payment :

Application Fee (Non-Refundable): Rs 500/- for online applications and Rs 550/- for manual applications. Rs 800/- for students who wish to take the test as walk-in candidates (Please see the walk-ins section on this website).

Application fee can be paid online by Debit/Credit Card or through Demand Draft.

Demand Draft: Biology: DD should be drawn on State Bank of India in favour of "National Centre for Biological Science" payable at Bangalore. Other Subjects: DD should be drawn on State Bank of India in favour of "Tata Institute of Fundamental Research"

payable at Mumbai.

For mailing address and contact information, please refer to the Contact link.

Please note :

(a) Instructions for downloading/printing of Hall tickets will be intimated by email only after receipt of application fee/approval of fee waiver.
(b) DDs with wrong denomination will not be returned and hall ticket will not be issued.

Fee Waiver :

A waiver of the application fee on grounds of financial distress may be requested by a letter from the Principal or the Head of the Department justifying the request.

Students applying online may click the fee waiver option in the payment section of the application form and send the letter from the Principal / HOD along with a print of the application.

For mailing address and contact information, please refer to the Contact link.

Students applying manually may send the letter from the Principal/HOD along with the filled-in application form and photographs.

Please note that applications with fee waiver request will be issued hall tickets subject to availability of seats.

Important Dates :

Publication of Notification:
Employment News : August 22, 2009
University News Journal :August 17, 2009
University Today Journal : August 15, 2009
Current Science Journal : August 25, 2009

National Entrance Examination:
Sunday, December 13, 2009

Last date for application:
October 16, 2009

Examination Centres

• Ahmedabad, St Xavier's College
• Bangalore, University of Agricultural Sciences
• Bhubaneshwar, Utkal University
• Chandigarh, Panjab University
• Chennai, Indian Institute of Technology
• Cochin, Cochin Univ. of Science & Technology
• Delhi, Miranda House, Delhi University
• Guwahati, Indian Institute of Technology
• Haldwani, Motiram Baburam Govt. P.G. College
• Hyderabad, Hyderabad University
• Indore, Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya
• Jaipur, India International School
• Kanpur, Indian Institute of Technology
• Kolkata, St. Xavier's College
• Madurai, The Madura College
• Mangalore, Mangalore University
• Mumbai, Tata Institute of Fundamental Research
• Nagpur, Shri Ramdeo Baba Kamla Nehru Eng. Coll.
• Patna, Radiant International School
• Pune, Spicer Memorial College
• Varanasi, Banaras Hindu University
• Visakhapatnam, Andhra University

FAQ Biology:
Ph.D. & Integrated Ph.D. Programs

1. What fields of research can I do my PhD or IntPhD research in?

See the webpages for research in biology at DBS and NCBS. Students are allowed to do lab rotations during the first semester to help them choose a lab for continuing their research. Typically, no laboratory requires prior background in that particular field of research; strong interest and commitment are the only necessary factors. Background is acquired within a few months of joining your laboratory of interest. It is not unusual for students with background in *any* branch of Biology, Physics, or Chemistry, or even Medical, Dentistry, or Veterinary backgrounds, to join a laboratory in a completely different area. These students do very well. We encourage students to follow their interests, rather than consider themselves restricted because of their backgrounds.

2. I'd like to know about the written test. What is the syllabus? What is the Interview like?

The test consists of multiple choice questions covering *basics only* in physics, chemistry, maths, biology. There is no guide book and no syllabus. No special knowledge or preparation is required. Revise your basics, that is all. The Interview will be based on whatever area you are most interested and most comfortable in.

3. Are MBBS/ BVSc/ BPharm degrees eligible for the PhD/IntPhD program?

Bachelor's degrees in Professional courses are eligible for our Biology PhD program, both at DBS (Mumbai) and NCBS (Banglore). Students with diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply, and do very well in our program. Biology is an increasingly flexible field, where people switch areas even after their PhD, choosing to pursue post-doctoral research in completely different areas of Biology. Background is not a constraining factor in Biological Research.

4. I am a Chemistry (or Physics) MSc/BSc. I want to do PhD/IntPhD in Biology. Should I appear for both the written tests, Chemistry (or Physics) as well as Biology?

I am worried that I will not do well in the Biology test. You can sit for *either* or *both* of the tests, and we will use your best score. For your information, the Biology test has 4 sections on *basics* of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Maths. This is designed so that people from various disciplines can be selected according to their strengths. you will have to apply for two hall tickets and send two separate DDs (one with each application) if you want to appear for two exams.

5. Can I think of the IntPhd program as an MSc program (ie plan to submit an MSc and leave in 3 years?)

The Integrated Ph.D program is designed for students who already have a strong interest in research. Only students with a commitment to research are selected for this program. They are expected to complete a Ph.D. There is no M.Sc. exit option for Integrated Ph.D. students.

Students who are interested in applying to our PhD or IntPhD programs are welcome to email any of our current students via our web page, and ask what you need to know.

If you email faculty members directly, you may not get a reply if the information you need is already contained in our website! This is not because we are not interested in talking to you, but because we get thousands of applications, and it is not possible to answer individually questions that are already answered here.

Source: http://univ.tifr.res.in/gs2010/index.html