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Temporary Position Available

Adv. # 08/2023   31.03.2023

Applications are invited from suitable candidates for three positions of Junior Research Fellow/Senior Research Fellow in DBT funded research projects entitled in the Laboratory of Dr. Devasena Anantharaman at Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology, Thiruvananthapuram.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

1. The candidate must have first class Master's Degree in Life Sciences, Genetics, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology from any recognized University.
2. The candidate must have one year hands-on experience in basic molecular techniques (nucleic acid isolation from various tissues, PCR, RTPCR, etc) from any recognized research institute (supported by reference letter).
3. The candidates must possess good written and communication skills in English and team work spirit.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

1. The candidate with previous experience in experimental methodologies of genetic, epigenetic, miRNA studies is desirable.
2. The candidate with any experience in cancer molecular epidemiology studies is highly desirable.
3. The candidate with relevant work experience of two years can be considered for senior research fellow position. (Suitable reference letters and experience certificates will be required).

AGE

Below 28 years as on April 10, 2023. Age relaxation will be given as per Govt. of India norms.

EMOLUMENT

₹ 31000/- to ₹ 35000/- + applicable HRA per month for NET/GATE qualified candidates.
₹25000/- to ₹ 28000/- + applicable HRA per month for non-NET/GATE qualified candidates.

DURATION

Initially for a period of one year and extendable till termination of the project whichever is earlier based on performance evaluation on yearly basis.

SELECTION PROCESS

1. Applications should be submitted online.
2. Candidates who are currently working in Government firms should send applications through proper channel.
3. Last date for receiving completed applications is April 10, 2023
4. If a candidate wishes to apply for different positions, separate applications should be submitted for each position. Selection to the position will not entitle the candidate to any future positions at RGCB (permanent or otherwise). As with all project positions at RGCB, the position will be co terminus with end of the project.

Applications which are not in the prescribed format will summarily be rejected.

Only those fulfilling the above criteria need to apply. Applicants will be short listed for the ONLINE selection interview based on eligibility criteria. Selection of suitable candidates will be made based on qualifications and performance in the selection interview.

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