Summer Trainee in NARI, Pune

Position: Summer Trainee
Eligibility: Candidates should be pursuing their Masters / Bachelors level course in the disciplines specified in the application form and in the final year of their degree.
Specialization: Epidemiology & Biostatistics; Clinical Sciences; Immunology & Serology; Molecular Virology; Microbiology & Clinical Pathology; Social & Behavioral Sciences, Pharmacy.
Students are encouraged to visit individual department’s links on NARI site for further information and details.
Training Period: July 2010 to Dec 2010
Last date: April 30, 2010

Junior Research Fellow and Senior Research Fellow

Applications are invited for 4 JRF/ SRF positions at Advanced Instrumentation Research Facility (AIRF) under the PURSE program. The work would involve handling of any of the following instruments at AIRF:

Scanning Electron Microscope with experience in TEM and SEM sample preparation; X-ray Diffractometer (XRD) for protein crystallography and macromolecules and handling of XRD protein crystallization Unit; Confocal microscope and Surface Plasmon Resonance (SPR) Spectrometer.

The scheduled date for interview for these 4 positions on 9th April, 2010 at 3 pm at AIRF Committee Room. The positions are temporary and available till the end of the project.

Qualifications for these temporary positions are as follows:
1. M. Sc./ B. Tech. in any discipline of science for JRF and M. Sc./ B. Tech. in any discipline of science with two years research experience for SRF.
2. Working/ handling/ research experience in advanced sophisticated instruments like Scanning Electron Microscope with experience in TEM and SEM sample preparation; X-ray Diffractometer (XRD) for protein crystallography and macromolecules and handling of XRD protein crystallization Unit; Confocal microscope and Surface Plasmon Resonance (SPR) Spectrometer.
3. Knowledge of Imaging/ physical Chemistry/ protein crystallography is desirable.

Salary: For JRF Rs. 12000/- + HRA as permissible; for SRF Rs. 14000/- + HRA as permissible.

Please send your C.V to the office of Advanced Instrumentation Research Facility (AIRF), Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi -110067.

Last date: 6th April, 2010 

Advanced Instrumentation Research Facility (AIRF),
Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi-110067.

Junior Research Fellow in Jawaharlal Nehru University

Applications are invited for a post of 2 JRF in the DST funded project entitled “Scale up and optimization of a mammalian cell culture system for the over expression of therapeutic monoclonal antibodies with specific reference to Rituximab”The work will principally involve molecular cloning, fermentation and cell culture work. The positions are temporary and available until December 2012 (till the end of the project).

Qualifications for JRF/SRF: M.Sc./ B.Tech/M.Tech in Biotechnology / Biochemistry /Biophysics/Life Sciences with some knowledge in Biochemical Engineering, fermentation Technology and cell biology. (Desirable): 2 years of working experience with fermentation and/or cell culture.

Salary : For JRF : As per UGC/CSIR norms:

Please send your C.V to Prof.. K.J. Mukherjee, School of Biotechnology, Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi -110067.

Last date: 31st march 2010 

Prof. K.J.Mukherjee 
School of Biotechnology 
Jawaharlal Nehru University 
New Delhi-110067

Junior Research Fellow in Jawaharlal Nehru University

Applications are invited for a post of JRF in the DBT funded project under “Innovative Young Biotechnologist Award 2008” titled “Characterization of Novel Mechanism of drug resistance mediated by EFG1, a morphogenic regulator in Candida albicans, a pathogenic yeast.” The work would primarily involve working on drug resistance and its molecular mechanisms in pathogenic yeast, Candida.
The scheduled date for interview for these 4 positions on 9th April, 2010 at 3 pm at AIRF Committee Room.
The position is temporary and available until August, 2012 (till the end of the project).
Qualifications for JRF/SRF: M.Sc./ B.Tech in Biotechnology/ Biochemistry /Biophysics/ Life Sciences/ Microbiology/ any stream of biological sciences. 
(Desirable): Working experience with pathogenic yeasts.
Salary: As per DBT norms.
Please send your C. V. to Dr. Tulika Prasad, Advanced Instrumentation Research Facility (AIRF), Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi -110067 or e-mail at prasadtulika@hotmail.com; prasadtulika@mail.jnu.ac.in

Last date: 6TH April, 2010 

Dr. Tulika Prasad
Advanced Instrumentation Research Facility (AIRF),
Jawaharlal Nehru University, 
New Delhi-110067.

Research Analyst job at NeoGen Biosolutions, Chennai

NeoGen Biosolutions, started with a finishing school concept to bridge the gap between Academics & Industries provide Innovative and Integrated Informatics and Business solutions to Life Science, Pharmaceuticals and Bio-Medical Industry to help enhancing their process, product and business development. For its expansion plans is looking for young dynamic personnel.

Position: Research Analyst Qualification: M.Tech., M.Sc., B.Tech (Bioinformatics) with more than 70% in academics. Experience: 0-2 Year of experience. Skills Set

·                     Should have strong communication and relationship skills in English, Tamil, Hindi (added advantage) and go better attitude.

·                     Must have a good Knowledge in Bioinformatics (Drug Designing, Systems Biology, Microarry Technology, Bioprogramming, and Bioinformatics Tools & softwares)

·                     Good presentation skills and should be willing to travel anywhere within the country.

Interested candidates can post their CV with photograph toinfo@neogenbiosolutions.com before 30.03.2010

Integrated Ph.D Programme in Indian Institute of Sience Education and Research

Students with a B. Sc/B.E/B.Tech/M.B.B.S degree from any recognized university/institute/ College can apply for the Integrated Ph. D programme in Biological, Chemical, Earth, Mathematical and Physical Sciences.  They need to secure a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent grades in their qualifying examinations. Those who are appearing in the final examination of their degree course can also apply; for them, the eligibility marks are 60% in aggregate, based on the marks obtained in the undergraduate examinations held so far.

How to Apply

Applications should be made in the prescribed application form [ doc, pdf ].  The duly filled in application, along with a draft of Rs. 100, payable to the Registrar, Indian Institute of Science Education & Research, Kolkata, should be sent to the Registrar, IISER-Kolkata,  Mohanpur Campus, Post: BCKV Main Office, Mohanpur 741252, West Bengal - 741252, by registered post. The candidate should write PBIP with his/her chosen discipline on the top of the envelope while sending the application form (e.g., PBIP-Mathematics). The last date for applications to be received is April 30, 2010. List of selected candidates for written test (based on syllabus up to B. Sc standard) will be published in the IISER-Kolkata website tentatively on 22nd May, 2010. Written test and interview of selected candidates (based on written test) will be conducted tentatively on 29th and 30th June, 2010. Names of candidates selected for Integrated PhD programme for the year 2010 will be published in IISER-Kolkata website tentatively on 7th July, 2010.

For further query please contact pbip@iiserkol.ac.in

http://www.iiserkol.ac.in/intphd.html

Junior Research Fellow

Applications are invited from Indian nationals for one post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) to work on the CSIR research project entitled “Functional analysis of a late replication enforcing element in chromosome II of fission yeast.” Minimum qualifications: NET/GATE qualified with M. Sc./BE/B. Tech. (Life Science subjects) with specialization in Genetics, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology with 55% marks. Preference shall be given to the candidates with theoretical and practical knowledge of Molecular Biology, particularly Genetic Engineering techniques and handling of sophisticated instruments used in the field. Salary: @ Rs. 12,000/-p.m. for the first two years, Rs. 14,000/-p.m. for the third year if extended as SRF, plus HRA as per university rules which will be co-terminus with the tenure of the project. Age Limit: 28 years as on last date of receiving application (5 years relaxation for female/SC-ST/OBC candidates). All qualifications being equal, the SC-ST candidates will be preferred as per GOI rules. No TA/DA will be paid to the candidates if called for interview. Applications with complete bio-data and attested copies of the certificates, mark sheets and supporting documents must reach Prof. D. D. Dubey, Principal Investigator, CSIR Project, Molecular Biology Research Laboratory, Department of Biotechnology, VBS Purvanchal University Jaunpur-222001 within 21 days from the date of advertisement. In addition, the candidates may also send a copy of the bio-data by e-mail at dddubey2003@gmail.com

IIT Bombay Research Fellowship Scheme

The awardees will be selected based on their academic record and an interview, followed by a written test (if necessary).

They will be expected to work on research projects for a minimum period of one year in different Departments/ Schools/ Centres/ Inter-disciplinary Programs based on their academic background and research interests.

The Research Fellowship Scheme is open to B.Tech. / B.E. / M.Tech. / MBA / M.A. / M.Com. / M.Sc. / MBBS or equivalent degree, with or without experience. Students with research inclinations in Humanities, Bio-sectors, Management and with background other than the above can also apply.

The awardees with B. Tech./B.E. or M.Sc. qualification will be awarded a stipend of Rs. 8,000 - 10,000/- p.m.. Degree holders with experience may be considered for a higher amount.

Other benefits include funding for participation in national & international conferences, Library facilities, hostel accommodation and working with proven international collaborators (where applicable).

Hostel accommodation may be provided subject to availability.

Release of online application	March 15, 2010
Last date of application	March 31, 2010
List of shortlisted candidates	April 20, 2010
Tentative dates of interview	will be updated later

Admission Notification for Ph.D. (Neuroscience) and Integrated Ph.D. (Neuroscience) Programmes for the year 2010 at NBRC, New Delhi

Degree: PhD/Int PhD. Qualification: Master's degree or equivalent in any branch of Science such as Life Science OR A minimum of four-year bachelor's degree or equivalent in Engineering/Technology/ Medicine

Degree: Int PhD. Qualification: Bachelor's degree or equivalent in any branch of Science such as Life Science Candidates appearing for final year of the qualifying examination are also eligible to apply.

A. The application form is available free of cost at the link http://www.applicationnew.com/NBRC2010
The same can also be obtained from the Academics Section, NBRC, in person or through post/courier by sending a demand draft for Rs. 50/- (non refundable) drawn in favour of The Director, NBRC payable at Manesar or Gurgaon.

B. Completed application can be submitted offline (by regular post) or online through the following link http://www.applicationnew.com/NBRC2010

The application fee is Rs. 750/- for offline, Rs. 600/- for online and Rs. 300/- for SC/ST/PH applicants (both offline or online). The application fee should be paid by demand draft drawn in favour of The Director, NBRC payable at Manesar or Gurgaon, and is non-refundable

C. The candidates submitting their application offline should send - 1) completed application form, 2) copy of all certificates/degrees from secondary (10th) onwards, 3) a passport-size photograph, and 4) a demand draft drawn in favour of The Director, NBRC towards the application fee, to reach The Advertiser (NBRC), Post Box No. 9248, Krishna Nagar Head Post Office, Delhi -110 051 latest by 6^th April, 2010.

 D. The candidates submitting their application online should also send by regular post a copy of the Registration Slip duly printed for having submitted online application, as well as the items 2), 3) and 4) as mentioned above in C latest by 12th April, 2010.
E. Incomplete applications and applications received after last date may not be considered.

Medical Coders job for Life Science candidates at Accenture, Bangalore

Position: Medical Coder

Qualification: Life Science Graduates
Desirable
1. Review and evaluate accuracy of MedDRA coding terminology assignments to adverse events/reactions, medical history and other safety data and correct assignments.
2. Review and evaluate accuracy of company suspect drug data assignment and correct as necessary.
3. Review and evaluate accuracy of medication data classifications managed in WHO-DRL and correct as necessary.
4. Participates on teams and guides client team regarding the use if and search criteria of data coded in MedDRA as well as the drugs under evaluation in the drug dictionaries.
5. Manages all dictionary upgrades and data mapping projects within BRM.
6. Performs other assigned tasks.
7. Assist in training for new resources and as a part of continuous improvement
8. Ensure compliance with client and company policies

Job Description: This position is responsible for the administration and maintenance of the adverse events and Drug Dictionaries. This includes, but not limited to, evaluation for accuracy of coding and re-coding of adverse events and other safety (medical history, disease state and indicators) using MedDRA terminology as well as methods to convert other medical terminologies to MedDRA and other bridging techniques including MedDRA versioning upgrades.

This position is also responsible for the administration and maintenance of the Company Drug Dictionary (CDD) and WHO-DRL dictionary within BRM. This includes, but not limited to, the evolution of the accuracy of the mapping of medication data to suspect products and comparators as well as concomitant drug information.

Interested  Candidates can send their updated resume to adarsh.pb@accenture.com

Junior Research Fellow in Mody Institute of Technology and Science

Mody Institute of Technology and Science invites application for a Junior Research Fellow for a period of three years to work for Department of Biotechnology, Government of India, New Delhi sponsored Project (No. BT/PR13129/GBD/27/197/2009) entitled ‘RNAi mediated resistance against begomovirus’ under Dr Rajarshi Kumar Gaur, Principal Investigator.

Qualification : M.Sc. (Biotechnology/Microbiology/Life Sciences/Biological Science)

Period : Three years

Emoluments : Rs 12,000 p.m. + HRA

Candidates possessing the required qualifications may submit their application on plain paper with full bio-data by post or by e-mail. The shortlisted candidates are required to appear for interview on 15 March 2010 at 11.00 am at Department of Science, MITS, Lakshmangarh, Sikar, Rajasthan.

Dr Rajarshi Kumar Gaur

Head and Assistant Professor

Department of Science

Mody Institute of Technology and Science

Lakshmangarh, Sikar 332 311, Rajasthan

e-mail: gaurrajarshi@hotmail.com/gaurrajarshi@gmail.com