Temporary Position Available
Adv. # 02/2024 29.04.2024
Applications are invited from suitable candidates (Indian Citizens) for one position of Project Research Scientist II (Non-Medical) in the ICMR funded project “Creation of a national network of existing and upcoming high risk pathogen laboratories (BSL-3/4) across departments and keeping their interlinkages” in the Biosafety Level -3 (BSL3) laboratory at the Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology (RGCB), Akkulam Campus, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
First Class Post-Graduate Degree in Life Sciences with PhD, in Molecular Biology, Microbiology or Infectious Disease Biology.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
2 years research experience after completion of PhD, in areas related to microbial cell culture (BSL2+), assay development or molecular biology, prior experience in field sample collection, processing, documentation and record keeping would be an advantage.
AGE
Below 35 years as on May 14, 2024. Age relaxation will be given as per Govt. of India norms.
EMOLUMENT
₹ 67,000/- + 18% HRA per month.
DURATION
Initially for a period of one year and extendable based on the performance evaluation on a yearly basis.
SELECTION PROCESS
- Applications should be submitted online.
- Candidates who are currently working in Government firms should send applications through proper channel.
- Last date for receiving completed applications is May 14, 2024
- 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 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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