RGUKT IIIT Life Sciences Mentor Jobs | MSc/MTech with GATE/NET Eligible | Apply online

Rajiv Gandhi University of Knowledge Technologies (RGUKT)
APSCHE Building,
JNTU campus,
Masab Tank,
Hyderabad – 500 028

(RECRUITMENT FOR MENTOR POSITIONS AT THREE CAMPUSES VIZ BASAR, NUZVID AND R.K.VALLEY)

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Applications are invited from talented and bright post-graduates for the positions of mentors in Science, Humanities, Languages and Engineering faculties, at the three campuses of the University, viz Basar, Nuzvid and R.K.Valley.

The applicants must possess a first class degree in MA/MSc/M.Tech/B.Tech in the relevant discipline. Candidates with distinctions, GATE qualifications with above 80 percentile performance (for MTech/BTech/MSc) and NET qualification (for M.A & M.Sc) are preferred. The disciplines include: 

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   Telugu
2. 
   
   English
3. 
   
   Biology
4. 
   
   Physics
5. 
   
   Mathematics
6. 
   
   Chemistry
7. 
   
   Mechanical Eng.
8. 
   
   Civil Eng
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   Electronics & Communication Eng.
10. 
    
    Electrical Eng.
11. 
    
    Computer Science & Eng.

The prospective candidates must be below the age of 30 years (excepting 35 years in the case of SC, ST and BC categories) in all categories.

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  Candidates have to apply on the website http://www.rgukt.in.
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  The application format and complete information in this regard is available on the same web site.
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  A hard copy of the application filled online should be sent to the Registrar RGUKT either by post or in person at RGUKT head quarters, together with a DD for Rs: 400/- drawn in any nationalized bank in favor of the Registrar payable at Hyderabad (waived for SC/ST), certificates of qualifying examination and reservation category, if any.
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  The appointment is on contractual basis for a period of one year with the monthly consolidated salary of Rs: 20,000/- and a rent free accommodation in campus.
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  A scope for earning a higher degree at RGUKT subjected to related approvals and selection exists.
  
  The last date for the receipt of application is 31-5-2010.

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AP RGUKT IIITs Botany/Zoology Lecturer Jobs | Apply Online

Rajiv Gandhi University of Knowledge Technologies (RGUKT)
APSCHE Building,
JNTU campus,
Masab Tank,
Hyderabad – 500 028

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Applications in the prescribed format are invited from qualified candidates with excellent academic background and flair for teaching for the post of lecturer in various academic departments of RGUKT IIITs located at Basar (Adilabad dist), Nuzvid (Krishna dist), Rajiv Knowledge Valley (Kadapa dist).

The appointment is on contractual basis for a period of one year and renewable further every year up to three years.

The annual salary is a consolidated amount of Rs.3.6 lakhs and a rent free accommodation in campus.

Candidates for engineering discipline should posses an M.Tech. Degree with CGPA preferably above 7.50(CGPA 7.0 for SC and ST) and first class performance all through. Candidates for Science should posses a first class (distinction preferred) post graduate degree in the relevant discipline and should bee NET qualified. Conditions on class are relaxed for SC and ST categories.

Relevant disciplines

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   Chemical Engg
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   Civil Engg
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   Computer Science and Engg
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   Electrical Engg
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   Electronics and Communications Engg
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   Mechanical Engg
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   Material Science and Engg
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   Mathematics and Statistics
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   Physics
10. 
    
    Chemistry
11. 
    
    Biological Sciences (Botany and Zoology)
12. 
    
    Business Management
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    English
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    Economics and
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    Telugu.

Rule of reservation is applicable as per the AP State Government rules in vogue for recruitment. i.e BC-25%,BC-E-4%, SC-15%, ST-6% and Women-33%.

Candidates have to apply on the website http://www.rgukt.in. The application can be submitted through online and the hard copy of the same should be sent with Demand Draft for Rs.400/-( drawn in favor of Registrar RGUKT, payable at Hyderabad) along with relevant copies of certificates to the Registrar, RGUKT, 3^rd floor APSCHE building, Masabtank, Hyderabad, 500028, by post or in person on or before 31-05-2010. 

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BCIL Biotech Project Executive Opening

Biotech Consortium India Limited (BCIL Delhi)
5th floor, Anuvrat Bhawan, 210
Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Marg
New Delhi-110002

BIOTECH CONSORTIUM INDIA LIMITED Requires

SENIOR PROJECT EXECUTIVE/PROJECT EXECUTIVE ON CONTRACT BASIS

Qualification : M.Sc.Biotechnology/Agricultural Biotechnology (preferably Ph.D. Biotechnology )

Experience : Preferably minimum of two years experience in genetically engineered products/ processes or associated biosafety issues.

Job description : To research and review scientific content effectively and translate information (specifically on biotechnology and biosafety) into clear and concise reports including position papers on policy issues.

Responsibilities would include compiling, writing and/or editing web content, summary documents, fact sheets, newsletter articles, conference material by conducting literature reviews and maintaining databases.

Desirable : Experience in efficient search and retrieval of scientific literature, excellent written, oral communication, organizational and project management skills, experience with MS Office and content management databases. Ability to work both cooperatively, as team member and independently.

Fees per month (Rs.) : 15,000/-30,000/- (approx.) depending on qualification and experience.

Apply with latest CV by June 5, 2010 to:

The General Manager,
Biotech Consortium India Limited
(vibhaahuja@biotech.co.in & vibhaahuja.bcil@nic.in)

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University Pune Bioinformatics Assistant/Assistant Professor Jobs

University of Pune,
Ganeshkhind

Pune 411007

The online applications are invited for the following Teaching Positions in the various Departments of the University of Pune, purely on Contract basis, from 18th May 2010 to 12th June 2010.

Professor/Assistant Professor/Assistant Professor posts at

Bioinformatics Center - 5 Posts

A] Professor Rs. 37400-67000 with AGP of Rs.10000 (Minimum Pay in Pay Band of Rs.43000)

B] Assistant Professor (Old Designation-Reader) Rs. 15600-39100 with AGP of Rs.8000

Note : After completion of 3 years of service as an Assistant Professor in Pay Band of Rs. 15600-39100 with AGP of Rs.8000, the teacher will be placed in the Pay Band of Rs.37400-67000 with AGP of Rs.9000 and will be redesignated as an Associate Professor

C] Assistant Professor (Old Designation-Lecturer) Rs. 15600-39100 with AGP of Rs.6000

Apply online at the University website http://recruitment.unipune.ac.in & then take the printout of the said application and attach attested copies of the necessary documents to the same. Submit the printed copy of the application form along with all enclosures to Assistant Registrar, Administration-Teaching, University of Pune, Pune – 411007.

Pay Band, Qualifications & Experience will be as notified by the State Government of Maharashtra & UGC from time to time. All details regarding Qualifications, Reservation & other related information is available on the University website : http://recruitment.unipune.ac.in

Last date for submission of an Application is 18th June 2010.

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ACTS C-DAC Diploma in Healthcare Informatics DHI Admission 2010

C-DAC, Advanced Computing Training School
5th Floor, N.S.G. IT Park,
S.No. 127/2B/2A,
Aundh, Pune –411 007

Diploma in Healthcare Informatics (DHI)

Course Focus

The Postgraduate Diploma in Healthcare Informatics (PGDHI) is a 24 weeks full time program targeted towards grooming students in the area of Healthcare Informatics. The objective of this course is to enable the student to understand the art and applicable science of introducing, managing, and organizing information and technologies related to human healthcare, and making it useful for problem solving using latest state-of-art technologies. At the end of the course the student will be able to understand the concepts in Healthcare informatics, learn the technologies and skills required for and issues involved in aggregation and analysis of information regarding various factors interacting in healthcare. They will be able to apply appropriate techniques to solve problems in various application areas in healthcare informatics

Course Highlights

24 weeks full time Post Graduate Diploma course
9 modules followed by project
Evaluation at the mid and end of the course
Well equipped laboratory which can be accessed 24 x 7
Well equipped library
Extensive hands on sessions
Live exercises relevant to the requirement of healthcare industry
Limited internet access
Exposure to soft skills
Placement assistance
Healthcare / Info-tech industry interaction
Best student award
100+ hrs Business Communication, Aptitude and Personality Development
Faculty expert in interdisciplinary area of Healthcare Informatics

Qualification

The eligibility for the course is, BE / ME or Equivalent (AMIE, AIETE), B.Sc (Engg), BIS (Bachelor of Internet Sciences), Bachelor Of E-Commerce, MCA (After B.Sc), MCS (After B.Sc), M.Sc (Electronics, Instrumentation, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, Zoology), MCM (With B.Sc), MBA (Systems), BCS, B.Sc (IT), B .Sc (Comp. Sc.), BCA, B.Pharmaceuticals, M.Pharmaceuticals and Biomedical Engineering, MBBS (including interns), MS/MD/DM/M.Ch., BDS/MDS, Bachelor/Master in Alternative Medicine, Any Certificate/Diploma courses of minimum 2 years duration recognised by Medical Council of India (MCI).

Additionally, Professionals having minimum 2 Years of relevant working experience in Hospitals, Pharmaceuticals, NGO's active in health care, Insurance companies, Healthcare organizations, Medical equipment suppliers, Clinical research organizations, and Medical Colleges having aptitude and interest in this interdisciplinary area can participate in the course.

Computing Background

Sound knowledge of computing fundamentals is required. Understanding of programming concepts will be an added advantage.

Note: Non-Computer background applicant may take admission in preDAC course conducted by C-DAC and its affiliates so that they will be competent on computers .

Admission Procedure

The Selection process leading to confirmed admission shall unfold in two stages as described below: Stage-I The Common Entrance Test (CET) for the admission process would be conducted online at the C-DAC, ATC, centres. Candidate can select the examination centre and time slot for CET center only after the upload of resent passport size photograph and receipt of the registration fees of Rs.500 /- at C-DAC, ACTS, Pune. Once the candidate selects the date of CET, it will not be changed under any circumstances.

Declaration of result

The result of the CET will be displayed on the website along with the percentile score of the candidates on the day of the result mentioned in the schedule. A message clearly indicating whether the candidate has qualified for Stage II & III will be displayed along with the percentile score in form of a “CET Score Card”. Candidate can view the details online for appearing for Stage II &III of selection process of August 2010 batch of PGDHI course. For this purpose candidates need to log on to the website using registration ID and password.

Candidate need to update the details of DD of first installment of course fees of Rs. 2,500/- on ACTS website & then send the same on or before July 16, 2010.

Stage-II

Technical and Personal Interview

This stage shall consist of a technical interview based on the syllabus of the CET and a personal interview of the candidate.

After the candidate successfully completes all the stages of the selection process, he/she shall be given a letter of Offer of Confirmed Admission to the PGDHI course on the that day.

Candidate need to update the details of the DD of second installment of course fees of Rs. 63,500/- on ACTS website and then send the same to “C-DAC, ACTS”, “Pune”. The second installment of the course fees of Rs. 63,500/- is to be paid on or before August 20, 2010.

How to Prepare for CET?

Syllabus for Common Entrance Test (CET)

Section I: Computing Fundamentals (50 marks) Evolutions of computers, Computer generations, Computer organization, Primary and Secondary storage, Input-output devices, Computer software, Operating systems, Data communications and computer networking, Multimedia, Classification of computers, etc.

Reference Book: Foundations of Computing by Pradeep Kumar Sinha and Priti Sinha (BPB)

Section II: General Aptitude (50 marks) Aptitude, Reasoning, English

Reference Book:

1)Quantitative Aptitude by RS Aggarwal
2)RS Aggarwal verbal & non verbal

Note: Questions shall be modeled on GMAT pattern

Course Fees

The total fees for the course is Rs. 79, 000/- (Rupees Seventy Nine Thousand only) to be paid in two installments by Demand Drafts drawn on any Nationalized Bank in favor of "C-DAC, ACTS" and payable at “Pune”. The course fee is inclusive of the course material to be provided to the individual student.

The first installment of Rs. 2, 500/- (Rupees Two Thousand Five Hundred only) is to be paid after the declaration of CET result and on or before the July 16,2010. Once candidate selects the centre for appearing for stage II of the admission process or the date of selection of the centre is over, the first installment of course fees of Rs 2,500/- will be non refundable irrespective of candidate is selected for the course or not.

Candidate needs to update the details of DD of second installment of course fees of Rs. 76,500/-(Rupees Seventy six Thousand Five Hundred only) on ACTS website & then send the same to “C-DAC, ACTS”, “Pune”. The second installment of the course fees of Rs. 76,500/-(Rupees Seventy Six Thousand Five Hundred only) is to be paid on or before the August 20, 2010.

How to Apply

The application form for admission to PGDHI course is to be filled online at http://acts.cdac.in (recommended). The non-refundable registration fee of Rs.500/- for the CET is to be paid by DD drawn on any nationalized bank in favor of ‘C-DAC, ACTS’ payable at Pune and sent to:

The Programme Coordinator
C-DAC, Advanced Computing Training School
5th Floor, N.S.G. IT Park,
S.No. 127/2B/2A,
Aundh, Pune –411 007.
Maharashtra, India.

Candidates are required to give the details on the backside of the DD like Name of the Candidate, Registration ID, Form No, Contact No and the course applied for i.e. PGDHI August 2010 batch.

Date & Venue

The course would commence on 26 August 2010 at the Advanced Computing Training School (ACTS), C-DAC, Pune. It may please be noted that PG - DHI is currently being offered only at the C-DAC Pune centre.

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JIIT Workshop on Plant Bioproducts and Industrial Scale-Up

Department of Biotechnology
Jaypee Institute of Information Technology
A-10, Sector 62
NOIDA-201307

Workshop on ‘Plant Bioproducts and Industrial Scale-Up’

July 5-9, 2010

Target Audience

The workshop will benefit researchers, faculty and students by providing hands-on training on screening of bioactive compounds from plants and industrial aspects involved in scaling up of production process.

Theme

The workshop will provide a holistic view of the entire sequence of events from screening for active compounds to scale up of production process. It will comprise laboratory (70%) and lecture (30%) components and provide hands-on training in:

• Bioactivity-guided fractionation: Secondary metabolite production from plants, screening for bioactive compounds using bioactivity-guided fractionation and testing them for anti-microbial activity and cyto-toxicity on animal cell lines.
• Diversity analyses: Bioinformatics tools will provide information on activity related to chemo/ecotypes.
• Scale-up during industrial production:

o Understanding of problems during scaling up production of bioproducts
o Economics of setting up industrial production units
o Manufacturing process, packaging and marketing issues
o cGMP, ISO norms and intellectual property issues

• Industrial Visit: Participants will be taken to Sanat Products Ltd. (unit of Dabur India Ltd.), Bulandshahar for exposure to industrial production aspects. This will create awareness about scaled-up production, global regulatory standards applicable for bioproducts and the necessity for conformance to norms for reaching a wider and international market.

LIMITED TO 15 PARTICIPANTS ONLY

Last date for registration: June 15, 2010

Registration fees (Covers the cost of registration kit, lunch & tea for 5 days and industry visit)
Early bird: Rs. 2500.00 (till June 15, 2010)
Late registration: Rs. 3000 (after June 15, subject to vacancy)
On-desk registration: Rs. 3500 (subject to vacancy)

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Nagpur Botany JRF Walk In @ Hislop College

Department of Botany
Hislop College
Nagpur

Applications on plain paper along with CV (with e-mail ID) and attested copies of certificates are invited for the position of Junior Research Fellow in the Research project entitled ‘Investigations on Induced Mutations in Safflower (Carthamus tinctorius L.)’ funded by BRNS, Dept of Atomic Energy, Govt of India. 

Emoluments: Rs 12,000 per month.

Duration: Three years or till the termination of project whichever is earlier.

Qualification: M.Sc. (Botany) with good academic record. Candidates having experience in breeding of oilseed crop will be preferred.

Applications should reach Dr Rupesh S. Badere, Dept of Botany, Hislop College, Temple Road, Civil Lines, Nagpur 440 001 on or before 10 June 2010.

The interview will be held on 18 June 2010 at 11.00 am in the Conference Room, Ground Floor, A-Block, Hislop College, Nagpur.

Note: 

(1) No separate interview calls would be sent.
(2) No TA/DA would be paid to the candidates appearing for the Interview.

Dr (Ms) D. R. Christian
Principal

Dr R. S. Badere
Principal Investigator

PISR Bangalore Life Sciences Faculty/JRF Vacancies

POORNAPRAJNA INSTITUTE OF SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH (PISR)
No. 4, 16th cross, Sadashivanagar
BANGALORE – 560 080

APPOINTMENT OF FACULTY MEMBERS AND JUNIOR RESEARCH FELLOWS

The Poornaprajna Institute of Scientific Research with its campus at Poornaprajnapura, Bidalur near Bangalore International Airport, Devanahalli, Bangalore will be home for pursuit of internationally competitive research in basic and applied sciences. 

Currently, the Institute is actively engaged in research areas of Theoretical Science, Materials Science and Biological Sciences. Some distinguished Professors from well known institutes have lent their time and support towards establishing new areas of research in the above mentioned areas.

Applications as well as nominations are invited for selection and appointment of faculty.

At this time, we are looking for young faculty members in the area of Materials Science and Biological Sciences.

For Faculty Members a PhD degree with at least a few years of Post-Doctoral experience and a sound record of publications are required.

We admit Junior Research Fellows, candidates with M.Sc. degree (at least with a high second class) through interviews and/or strong recommendations.

They will be registered for Ph. D. degree of Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE). PPISR has also good hostel accommodation for the research fellows.

Faculty salaries & Fellowships are commensurate with those prevailing in other scientific research institutions limits. Campus accommodation is also available at this time.

Applications/nominations are to be addressed to the Director, Poornaprajna Institute of Scientific Research, No. 4, 16th Cross, Poornaprajna Education Centre, Sadashivanagar, Bangalore – 560 080.

E-mail: apply@poornaprajna.org

Applications/nominations are to be accompanied by a detailed bio-data of the candidate. Names of at least two referees closely associated with the candidate’s research work may be mentioned in the application/nomination.

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UoH Hyderabad WORKSHOP ON MOLECULAR MODELLING and DRUG DESIGN 2010

helpBIOTECH happy to Announce:

 

Centre for Modelling Simulation and Design

University of Hyderabad (UoH)
Central University PO
Gachibowli Hyderabad-500 046

WORKSHOP ON MOLECULAR MODELLING and DRUG DESIGN

AUGUST 2 - 7, 2010 

Objectives of the Workshop

• To familiarize basic concepts of computational chemistry/biology for drug design
• Hands on training in various computational chemistry/biology packages
• Case studies on drug discovery projects using CADD methods

About the Workshop

The workshop is so designed that the participants would spend about 50% of time in learning from lectures covering basic concepts of computational chemistry with emphasis on drug design and drug discovery. The other 50% of time they will acquire hands-on experience on useful computational chemistry tools applied to drug design and drug discovery, through elucidation of some case studies. 

Topics Covered

• Semi-empirical Methods
• Quantum Mechanical (ab initio) Methods
• Molecular Mechanics
• Molecular Dynamics
• Sequence Analysis and Homology modeling
• Molecular Docking
• QSAR
• Free Energy Calculation Methods
• Fragment Based Drug Design
• Drug Discovery Case Studies

Selection of Participants

Eligibility criteria:

• Candidates with background relevant to the workshop at post-graduate level, with knowledge of mathematics at graduate level
• Candidates with research interests in simulation and modelling of complex systems.

Submission of application:

• Application form can be downloaded from the CMSD website ( a specimen form is provided below), and filled form is to be forwarded by the Head of the Institution/Department/Research Supervisor (as the case may be) with specific recommendation.
• The application should be accompanied by a concept note (of about two pages) on how the candidate proposes to make use of the training at the CMSD in his/her research projects.
• The selection of participants will be made by a Committee duly appointed for this purpose, and will be based on proven background knowledge of the applicant in the subject area and on the content of the concept note. The number of applicants for a given Workshop is limited to 50.

Registration:

1. Government or Public funded universities and research institutions. Limited scholarship is available to cover:
a. Registration Fee,
b. Accommodation
c. Travel, based on eligibility but limited to IIIrd AC by train. 

2. Academic Institution (Private) and Industry (Government):
Rs 9,000.00: Limited accommodation (if available), on chargeable basis 

3. Industry (Private): Rs 20,000.00.
 

Last date for submission of Registration Form by June 15, 2010 , Selected candidates will be intimated by June 30, 2010

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IWST-ICFRE Bangalore Biotech/Molecular Biology JRF Vacancy

Institute of Wood Science and Technology (IWST-ICFRE)

(Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education)
18th Cross, Malleswaram, Bangalore - 560 003

JRF

Qualification MSc Biotechnology

Desirable Qualification : Experience of working wih milecular biology techniques related to Malarial Parasite. (Plasmodium species) and screening of plant extracts for controlling the vector (Mosquito) which carries the parasite.

Fellowship : Rs 12,000/- + 30% HRA

Last date to apply 14th June 2010

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SVBP Meerut Training course on Application of Molecular Tools & Advanced Biochemical Techniques in Agriculture

Centre of Excellence In Agri Biotechnology
Sardar Vallabh Bhai Patel University of Agriculture and Technology
Meerut - 250110 UP

As a part of its activities. the CST UP funded Centre of Excellence In Agri Biotechnology is going to organize one short-term training course on 'Application of Molecular Tools & Advanced Biochemical Techniques in Agriculture' from June 21, 2010 to July 03, 2010.

No. of participants -15

Fee Rs. 5.000 / student

Rs. 7,000 / student opting to utilize boarding & lodging facilities.

Eligible candidates

1. Post graduate/UG students of Agriculture Biotechnologyl Biotechnology & Life Sciences
2. Candidates should be resident of Uttar Pradesh.

Course Content

Nucleic acid isolation from different sources.
Polymerase Chain Reaction
RAPD analysis.
Preparation of competent cells.
Plasmid DNA isolation & vector preparation.
Transformation
Selection of recombinant clones.
Restriction analysis.
Spectrophotometry.
HPLC. GC etc.

The course will comprise both practicals and theory lectures

You are requested to kindly nominate one or two students from your esteemed institution in the above training course No TA/DA will be paid for attending the training course. The nominations in the prescribed format (copy enclosed) should reach to the following address latest by June 15, 2010.

Dr. Pankaj Kumar
Principal Coordinator
Centre of Excellence In Agri Biotechnology
Department of Biochemistry & Physiology
SVPUAT, Meerut- 250110

email : coordinator_coe@yahoo.co.in

Dr. Jitender Singh
Course Coordinator
Centre of Excellence In Agri Biotechnology
Department of Immunology & Defense Mechanism
SVPUAT. Meerut- 250 110

email: jeets_80@rediffmail.com

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BITS Goa Conference on Microbes in Wastewater & Waste Treatment, Bioremediation and Energy Production (MWT 2011)

Birla Institute of Technology and Science – Pilani, Goa campus
NH 17B, Zuari Nagar
Goa 403726

Microbes in Wastewater & Waste Treatment, Bioremediation and Energy Production (MWT 2011)

About the conference

At present, the world is focused on renewable energy sources, environmental restoration, water treatment and reducing waste production. Microbes play a key role in these technologies. The new tools available to describe microbes, microbial activities and microbial ecology open exciting and promising perspectives for researchers and manufacturers seeking to improve such processes.

This conference is being organized within the framework of the IWA’s specialized groups Microbial Ecology and Water Engineering (MEWE) and Assessment and Control of Hazardous Substances in Water (ACHSW). It aims to bring together researchers, scientists and professionals working in the field of microbes and microbial ecology. The conference, to be held in Goa, will provide a platform for the participants to share new approaches, knowledge and findings on Earth’s tiniest creatures which are the major drivers of pollution removal.

Conference topics

Microbes in:

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  Wastewater treatment
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  Biofilm
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  Anaerobic digestion
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  Composting
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  Microbes for energy production and Microbial Fuel Cells
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  Microbes for enzyme production and Biorefineries
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  Adaptation and stress response
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  Biomonitoring
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  Stable isotope probing,
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  In-situ activity assessment
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  Molecular fingerprinting
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  Airborne microbes
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  Bioaugmentation
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  Bioremediation
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  Ecological engineering of environment processes

Dates to remember

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  June 15, 2010 : Last date for submission of abstract
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  September 25, 2010 : Notification of abstract selection

Conference Website

BBAU Lucknow Faculty Jobs | Animal Sciences/Plant Sciences/Biotech/Environmental Microbiology

Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (BBAU)
(A Central University, Estd. 1996)
Vidya Vihar, Raebareli Road
Lucknow-226 025

Advt. No. 01/Recruitment/Teaching/2010

Applications on prescribed form are invited from exceptionally qualified candidates for the Teaching positions of the University in the following Schools/Departments/Centre.

The University currently has only Post Graduate and Doctoral research programmes.

SNo - Teaching Posts

1 Applied Animal Sciences- Associate Professor-1(UR-1)

5 Applied Plant Science- Assistant Professor-1(UR)

6 Biotechnology-Associate Professor-1 (UR)

9 Environmental Microbiology- Professor-1 (SC), Associate Professor-2 (UR-1, SC-1), Assistant Professor-2 (UR-2)

Pay Scales: i) Assistant Professor ( Rs.15600-39100 (PB-3) AGP Rs. 6000.); ii) Associate Professor

(Rs.37400-67000 (PB-4) AGP Rs. 9000 ); iii)Professor( Rs. 37400-67000 (PB-4) AGP Rs. 10000)

Minimum qualification, experience and pay scales are as per UGC norms.

Higher pay may be considered for the deserving/meritorious candidates. Reservation for Persons with disability will be given for the post of Professor, Associate Professor and Assistant Professor as per Govt of India/UGC rules. How to apply: Detailed format of Application Form, Pay Scale, instructions regarding Qualifications, Specialization and experience etc required for the post(s) can be downloaded from the University’s website http://www.bbauindia.org

The last date of receipt of completed application forms is 30th June 2010.

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Qualifications specialization etc

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SKS Durgapur Biotech Professor/Asst Professor/Sr. Lecturer Jobs

SKS Group of Institutions
S.S.B. Sarani, Bidhannagar
Durgapur - 713212
WB

Phone: 0343-2533187, 2533190
Visit: www.sksgi.com

Required for following Faculty Positions

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  Professor
• 
  
  Asst Professor
• 
  
  Sr. Lecturer

Biotech

Eligibility and Other Criteria: As per AICTE Norms.

Emoluments as per AICTE Norms/ Higher Start for outstanding Candidates

Plain paper application with complete C.V. Enclosing two colour recent passport size photograph's and attested copies of all testimonials are invited for the following posts, for the above mentioned address to the Director, SKS Group of Institution with in 10 days from the date of publication of this ad (25th May 2010).

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Chennai RA Opening in DST Project @ AMM Murugappa Chettiar Research Centre

Shri AMM Murugappa Chettiar Research Centre (MCRC)

Taramani

Chennai 

Research Associate

DST Project entitled “CO₂ Sequestration using   micro algae - Efficient use of CO2 from bio hydrogen production facility” 

Qualification

PhD/MTech in Biosciences / Botany/ Biochemistry/ Microbiology/ Biotechnology or

M.E / M.Tech in Biotechnology / Chemical Engineering with 3 years experience in Research/ Teaching/ Designing and Development

Emoluments as Fellowship Rs./Month Rs 22,000 + HRA pm

Application Form

Filled in application along with the supporting documents should reach “The Administration Manager, Shri AMM Murugappa Chettiar Research Centre, Taramani, Chennai 600 113” before 10th June 2010. Avoid sending application through email. 

Short listed candidates will be called for interview and no TA/DA will be paid.

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Pune NCCS Cancer Biology JRF Vacancy

NCCS
University of Pune Campus
Ganeshkhind
Pune 411007

Junior Research Fellow (One Post) UR

Project "Role of small molecule inhibitor(s) as targeted therapy in pancreatic and prostate cancers using in vitro and in vivo models"

28 Years

Qualification and Experience MSc. in any branch of Life Science with First Class.

Rs. 12000/- + 20% HRA for 1^st & 2^nd year &  Rs. 14000/- + 20% HRA for 3^rd year

03 Years

Date, Time and Place of Interview Date: 11.06.10 Time: 9:30 am at NCCS Complex

Age: Age Relaxation of 5 years in case of SC/ST/Women/PH candidates will be given as per Government of India Rules.

Candidates fulfilling the above requirements may attend the Walk in Interview on the above date, time and address. No TA will be paid for attending the interview.

Candidates are required to report sharp at 9:30 am on the date of interview with the following documents:

1. *Biodata form duly filled in

2. All relevant original documents with a set of attested copies thereof.

* Download Biodata Form

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Bangalore Plant Pathology Scientist Jobs

Roland & Associates
Ground Floor, Vanguard Rise, 163, Konena Agrahara
BANGALORE

Scientist/Senior Scientist (Plant Pathology) Openings

Location: Bangalore

Essential Qualifications:

* PhD in Plant Pathology with about 3 years of post-doctoral research experience in plant pathology

Job Description:

* Identification, isolation and culture maintenance of major fungal and bacterial pathogens of rice, maize, millets, cotton and vegetables.
* Development of in vitro and/or whole plant bioassays for major pathogens.
* Identification of new races of pathogens/new diseases of economic importance.
* Work in association with crop breeders (for hybrids) and the biotechnology team (for transgenic research) to develop/test resistant varieties

Experience Required: 3 - 5 Years

Education Required: UG - B.Sc - Any Specialization PG - Any PG Course - Any Specialization

Job Salary Rupees 5,00,000 - 7,50,000

send me your updated cv to molly.das[at]roljobs.com ASAP

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Varanasi BHU Zoology Project Fellow Vacancy in UGC Funded Project

Department of Zoology
BHU
Varanasi

Project fellow @ Rs. 8000/- pm

UGC funded research scheme entitled "Gonadotrophin-releasing hormone (GnRII) and Gonadotrophin-inhibitory hormone (GnIH): Expression pattern and physiological act ions in mouse ovary" under Prof. Amilabh Krishna.

Candidate must have good academic record wi th MSc in Zoology/ Life Sciences or relatcd subject (with 55% marks).

NET/GATE Qualified and knowledge of techniques and concept in Molecular biology is desirable.

The age limit is 28 years; however, there will be 5 years age relaxation for female SC/ST/Physically handicapped candidates.

Preference will be given to SC/ST and female candidates.

Application on plain paper along with detailed biodata attested copies of all degrees/mark sheets and certificates (from class ten onwards), a brief write up of previous research experience, a recent photograph and two testimonials from teachers should reach to Prof. Amitabh Krishna, Department of Zoology, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi-221005, India within 21 days of appearance of the advertisement (Advertised date 19th May 2010).

No TA/DA will be paid to the candidate if called for interview.

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Dharwad Zoology JRF Vacancy

Karnatak University
Pavate Nagar
Dharwad - 580 003

Position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

Applications are invited for the position of Junior Research Fellow under Department of Science and Technology, New Delhi funded project entitled ‘Studies on the Behavioural and Community Ecology of Anuran Tadpoles’.

Qualifications:

(1) M.Sc. in Zoology/Life Sciences
(2) Knowledge in biostatistics and computer application
(3) Experience in field photography is desirable
(4) Preference will be given to NET qualified candidate

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

Duration of project: 3 years

Qualified candidate may submit their application on plain paper with curriculum vitae along with copies of marks cards both at B.Sc. and M.Sc. degrees by post or e-mail within 15 days of this notification 9Advertised date 25th May 2010).

Prof. Bhagyashri A. Shanbhag, Principal Investigator
(DST Project), Dept of Zoology, Karnatak University,
Dharwad 580 003.

e-mail: bhagyashrishanbhag@gmail.com

IICPT Thanjavur Biotech/Biochemistry Scientist Jobs (3 Posts)

INDIAN INSTITUTE OF CROP PROCESSING TECHNOLOGY (IICPT)
Ministry of Food Processing Industries
Pudukkottai Road, Thanjavur 613 005

Applications are invited from Indian Nationals for the following posts in the Indian Institute of Crop Processing Technology Thanjavur (by Direct Recruitment)

1. Principle Scientist (Biochemistry) - 1 Post

Essential Qualification : Doctoral Degree in Biochemistry or similar qualification preferably with academic work pertaining to Food Processing.

2. Scientist (Biotech/Biochemistry) - 2 Posts

Essential Qualification :

Biotech : Master Degree in Biotechnology (specialization in Food processing area is preferred)

Biochemistry : Master Degree in Biochemistry (specialization in Food processing area is preferred)

Last date to apply 28th June 2010.

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Shantha Biotech Scientist Job in Protein Biochemistry

SHANTHA BIOTECHNICS
H.No.5-10-173, 3rd & 4th Floors,
Vasantha Chambers, Fateh Maidan Road, Basheerbagh, Hyderabad - 500 00

Scientist

Experience 6 - 8 years

Key Skills Protein Purification, Chromotographic techniques

Role Bio-Technology Research Scientist

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Torrent Pharma QC Biochemistry Freshers Jobs

QC - Executive

Job Description

Should have the basic knowledge of handling HPLC, GC & UV.
Should possess a thorough knowledge of Chemical Analysis.
Should have the Analysis knowledge of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients and Tablets.
Should have the knowledge of Raw Data Review.
Should have knowledge of Technology Transfer.
SOP Knowledge shall be an added advantage.

Desired Profile

MSc - Bio chemistry candidates.
Freshers to 3 years experience.
Sound Basic subject knowledge.

Experience 0 - 3 Years

Role Analytical Chemistry Mgr

Education

UG - B.Sc - Bio-Chemistry
PG - M.Sc - Bio-Chemistry

Compensation: Best in the Market

Location Gangtok

Contact

Ms Anita Rai
Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Telephone 09593789954

Email
anitarai@torrentpharma.com

Website
https://www.torrentpharma.com

Reference QC- Exe

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Shantha Biotech Bioprocess/Fermentation RA Vacancy

SHANTHA BIOTECHNICS
H.No.5-10-173, 3rd & 4th Floors,
Vasantha Chambers, Fateh Maidan Road, Basheerbagh, Hyderabad - 500 00

Research Associate in Fermentation Division

Experience 2 - 5 years

Key Skills Bioprocess, Microbiology, fermentation

Role Basic Research Scientist

Job Description

Should be a post graduate with Biotechnology/Biochemistry/Microbiology
The candidate should have 2-5 years experience in Bioprocess
Required to work in shifts. Male candidates only are required to apply for the position.

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University of Delhi Botany/Molecular Biology JRF Vacancy @ Gargi College

GARGI COLLEGE
University of Delhi
Siri Fort Road
New Delhi-110049

JRF

DST Project “Phylogenetics and population genetics of Prunus genetic resources in India, by analyzing chloroplast DNA diversity” in Department of Botany, Gargi College (University of Delhi), SiriFort Road, New Delhi -110049

Essential Qualifications: MSc Botany/Life Science/Biotechnology/Molecular Biology/Genetics or any other related area with minimum 60%. Preference will be given to UGC/CSIR/ICMR/DBT/ICAR -NET candidates.

Desirable : Experience in molecular biology techniques

Period of project: 3 Years

Emoluments: 1st and 2nd year - 12,000/- + HRA ; 3rd year-14,000 + HRA

Candidates possessing the requisite qualification may submit their applications on plain paper with their biodata by post or email latest by 11th June 2010 to Dr Aparajita Mohanty, Department of Botany, Gargi College, Siri Fort Road, N. Delhi-110049 Email: aparajita.gargi@gmail.com , Mob: 9810567611

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

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Karshini Labs Gurgaon MICROBIOLOGIST Vacancy

Karshini Laboratories
Gurgaon

About Company

Outsourcing stability services can provide a competitive advantage to pharmaceutical companies of all sizes by improving a product’s speed to market. Stability testing is an expensive but a very important part of product development. Karshini Laboratories caters specifically to fill this void in the market. Karshini Laboratories specializes in three kind of tests for stability samples: Dissolution, Assay & Impurity profiling. Karshini Laboratories is formed with a clear aim of becoming the finest outsourcing analytical testing laboratory with special emphasis as a stability testing provider in the country.
Job Description

MICROBIOLOGIST

Experience 2 - 4 years

Key Skills MICROBIOLOGIST

Education M.Sc

Role Microbiologist

Salary 2.50 - 4.50 lacs

Job Ref Code MB-AN-300577

Minimum Requirements

MSc-Microbiology with 2-4 years of relevant experience in Microbiology Lab of reputed mid-large size biotech companies. R&D experience particularly with respect to Method Development, Validation, Calibration added advantage.

Function of the Position

This is a chemist/analyst position in Karshini Laboratories in Gurgaon, in which the incumbent will have to handle the work at the laboratory level. Karshini Laboratories is a self sufficient unit conducting business and science activities..

Roles and Responsibilities

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  Candidates must have experience on instrument calibration, method validation, stability studies.

· Direct experience in the operation and handling of frequently used instrumentation, including HPLC, UV Spectrophotometer & Dissolution apparatus.

· Proficient with Empower/Chemstation and Total Chrom Management software

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  Maintaining laboratory with respect to GLP norms.
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  Ensuring good house keeping in laboratory and relevant documentation.
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  Shall work in shift whenever required.

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Uttaranchal Biotech Ltd Microbiology Vacancy

Uttaranchal Biotech Limited

Microbiologist

Experience: 4 - 5 Years

Location:Uttaranchal

Compensation: Best in the Industry.

Education:UG - B.Sc PG - M.Sc

Role: Microbiologist

Desired Candidate Profile

* Should be MSc /BSc in Microbiology with 4 to 5 yrs of experience in Pharma Industry (Preferably in Injectable Unit).
* Should be approved Microbilogist.
* Ability to lead a team & motivate other
* problem solver & positive attitude towards work.

Job Description

* To carry out all sorts of microbial limit test.
* Sterlity test,Bacterial Endotoxin Test, water Test.
* Bioburden test for Ampoules and vials.
* Documentation
* Using a variety of identification methods.

Company Profile

A Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Company.

Reference ID: UBL/Microbiologist/2010

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St.Peter's University Chennai Biotech Faculty Jobs

St.Peter's University
Avadi
Chennai
Tamilnadu

Applications are invited for the Posts of Professor/Associate Professor/Assistant Professor for the following departments

Biotechnology

Biomedical Engineering

Eligibility and Salary As per UGC/AICTE norms 6th Pay commission

Candidates who have rich experience in research, flair in Research & Development activities and capable of developing & executing funded projects will be paid attractive salary and perks

Apply within 10 days with detailed CV to Registrar.

Published in Hindu, dated 26th May 2010

AV College Hyderabad Biotech Lecturer Jobs to Teach MSc Biotech

AV College PG Centre
GaganMahal,
Domalguda
Hyderabad - 29 

Ph 6576 0591

Wanted Lecturers

Applications are invited for the post of Lecturers (Un-aided) in the following PG courses:

MSc Biotech

Qualification Candidates should possess minimum 55% marks at PG level. Preference given to the candidates possessing NET/SLET/MPhil/PhD and with teaching experience.

Candidates are requested to send their applications along with complete Biodata with Passport Size Photo and copies of certificates along with a crossed DD for Rs 100/- drawn in favor of The Director, AV PG Centre, GaganMahal, Domalguda, Hyderabad - 29 on or before 10-06-2010.

Published in DC, Hyderabad 25th May 2010

AU Vizag Bioinformatics Studentship/Traineeships (4 Posts)

Bioinformatics Infrastructure Facility
Department of Marine Living Resources
Andhra University
Visakhapatnam AP

Applications are invited from eligible candidates for the following positions sponsored by DBT, New Delhi for advanced research & training in Bioinformatics.

Studentship - 2

Eligibility - Students PG degree in Bioinformatics or any branch of Life Sciences with a programme in Bioinformatics to carry out the project.

Traineeship - 2

Eligibility - Applicants who have completed their PG degree in Bioinformatics or any branch of Life Sciences with knowledge a Bioinformatics. BTech in Bioinformatics graduates are also eligible. Preference will be given to fresh post Graduates with experience in Computational Bioinformatics tools/related field/handling of Bioinformatics software/database development etc.

A monthly stipend of Rs 5,000 shall be awarded to both the candidates of Studentship and Traineeship and duration of training will be for 6 months.

Last date to apply : 5th June 2010

Walk in Interview on 15th June 2010

Eligible Candidates may sent by email to andhrauniv.btisnet@nic.in

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Bose Plant Molecular Biology/Biotech RA/Project Fellow Vacancies (5 Posts)

Division of Plant Biology
BOSE INSTITUTE
Kolkata – 700 054

ICMR sponsored project entitled, “Centre for Advanced Research in DNA Fingerprinting and Diagnostics of Medicinal Potential in Plants from Eastern and North Eastern India” under the guidance of Prof. Swati Sen Mandi, Division of Plant Biology.

Project is tenable upto 30th April 2013 and all the positions are co-terminus with the project.

1. Position : Research Associate – 02 (two)

Essential Qualification : PhD in subjects related to Plant Molecular Biology / Plant Biotechnology / Life Sciences / Plant Science.

Associateship : Rs. 17,000/- p.m., plus admissible HRA

Age : Below 35 years (relaxable in case of SC/ST/OBC/WOMEN candidates only as per rule).

2. Position : Project Fellow – 03 (three)

Essential Qualification : MSc in Plant Molecular Biology / Biotechnology / Life Sciences / Plant Science / Bioinformatics

Fellowship : Rs. 10,000/- p.m.(fixed)

Age : Below 28 years (relaxable in case of SC/ST/OBC/WOMEN candidates only as per rule).

Walk-in-Interview will be held on 3rd June 2010 at 2:00 p.m. in the Seminar Room at the Main Campus of Bose Institute, 93/1, A. P. C. Road, Kolkata- 700 009.

Eligible and interested candidates are requested to appear in person directly before the Selection Committee with a typed application addressed to the Registrar, Bose Institute, 93/1, A. P. C. Road, Kolkata- 700 009 along with bio-data, attested copies of Certificates, Marksheets and Testimonials. The candidates should also bring the original mark-sheets, certificates etc. at the time of interview.

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Microbiology/Biotech Hyderabad Lecturer Walk Ins

Sujatha Degree College Degree & PG College for Women
5-9-161
Chappal Road, Abids, Basheer Bagh
Hyderabad -500001

Degree & PG College

Microbiology

Biotech

Interested candidates may walk in on 27th & May between 9.30 am & 11.30 pm with relevant certificates & prepare for demo class at the above address.

Published in DC, Hyderabad 25th May 2010

Ganpat University Kherva Faculty Jobs | Biotech/Microbiology/ Biomedical Engg

GANPAT UNIVERSITY
(State Private University recognized under 2 (f) of UGC Act)
Ganpat Vidyanagar, Kherva-382711, Ta & Dist. Mehsana (NG)

Ganpat University, one of the premier institution in the Gujarat State, invites online applications from qualified well-experienced and dedicated scholars for various teaching positions like Professors, Assistant Professor/Readers, Lecturers for its below mentioned under-graduate and post-graduate programmes offered by its constituent institutions.

MSc in Biotechnology, Microbiology - 3 Posts

BTech in Bio-medical Engg - 2 Posts

APPLICANTS WHO HAVE STUDIED AT IITs, IIMs & INSTITUTIONS OF NATIONAL REPUTE ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

Last date for submission of resume/application is 4th June, 2010. 

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MDU Rohtak Biotech/Microbiology Project Fellow Opening on UGC Project

Centre for Biotechnology
MAHARSHI DAYANAND UNIVERSTY (MDU)
ROHTAK

Project Fellow

UGC funded Major research project entitled “Isolation, Characterization, and Mechanism of Action of an antifungal protein from bacterial products” sanctioned to Dr. Anil Kumar Chhillar,  Reader, Advanced Centre For Biotechnology M.D.University Rohtak.

The duration of the project is for three years. 

Interested candidates may reach the office of the Director, Advanced Centre For Biotechnology M.D.University Rohtak for walk in interview at 11.30 am on June 7, 2010 along with their biodata and original documents.

No TA/DA will be paid to attend the interview.

No separate letter will be issued for the interview.

The candidates can also send their CV to aachhillar@rediffmail.com up to June 4, 2010.

Essential qualifications: M.Sc in Biotechnology /Microbiology/Medical Biotechnology/Life sciences with at least 55% marks.

Desirable Qualifications: Research experience in protein purification.

Salary: Fixed @8000/-p.m and co terminus with the project.

Dr. Anil Kumar Chhillar
Principal Investigator
Advanced Centre for Biotechnology
M.D.University Rohtak

Email: aachhillar@rediffmail.com

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Kolkata Nanoscience/Nanotech Project Fellow Recruitments

Centre for Research in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
University of  Calcutta
Kolkata- 700 019

Applications are invited from eligible candidates for Project Fellows in the Centre for Research in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology under supervision of P. I.’s enlisted below:

SNO - NAME OF THE PI  - DEPARTMENT / DESCIPLINE

1. Dr. Sanjay Ghosh Department of Biochemistry
2 Dr. Anirban Siddhanta Department of Biochemistry
3. Prof. Anita Mukherjee Department of Botany
4. Dr. (Ms.) Mahua Ghosh Department of Chemical Technology
5. Dr. Urmi Chatterji Department of Zoology
6. Dr. Bratati Mukhopadhyay Department of Radio Physics & Electronics

Qualification required:

MTech or MSc or Post-BSc, BTech in the relevant discipline.

GATE/NET qualification is desirable. Candidates with Ph.D. degree may also be considered.

Emoluments: Commensurate with the selected candidate’s qualification and experience as per university norms.

Tenure: Initially one (1) year.

Candidates are requested to submit two set of applications furnishing Bio-Data on plain paper forwarded by the concerned Principle Investigator (P.I.) with attested copies of testimonials to Prof D. J. Chattopadhaya, Director of Centre for Research in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology on or before 28.05.2010.

No TA/DA will be admissible for interview.

Important Information:

Last date of submission: 28th May, 2010.

Interview date & time: 3rd June, 2010. on 02:00 PM.

Place of the interview:
2nd Floor, Seminar Room, Department of Chemical Technology
92, A. P. C. Road, Kolkata – 700009.

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SRF/Project Assistant Vacancies in Kirori Mal College, University of Delhi on ICMR/DBT Projects

Nano-Biotech Lab
Department of Zoology,
Kirori Mal College
University of Delhi,
Delhi – 110007

Senior Research Fellow (ICMR Project)

Qualification MSc with 2 year of research experience in any discipline of life science like Biotech, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Zoology.

Stipend (per month) Rs. 14000 + HRA

Nature of Appointment Contractual till the tenure of the project.

Project Assistant (DBT Project)

Qualification MSc in any discipline of life science like Biotech, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Zoology.

Stipend (per month) Rs. 8000 + HRA

Nature of Appointment Contractual till the tenure of the project.

Interested candidates can apply for the following posts mentioned above within 15 days from the date of advertisement (Advertised date 22nd May 2010). 

Dr. Anita K. Verma
Associate Professor
Principal Investigator,
Nano-Biotech Lab
Department of Zoology,
Kirori Mal College
University of Delhi,
Delhi – 110007

Email:- akamra23@hotmail.com
akverma@kmc.du.ac.in

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IICT CDAC Advanced Course in Bioinformatics (ACB) Admissions 2010 | Application Forms

Indian Institute of Chemical Technology (IICT)
Tarnaka
Hyderabad 500 607, A.P

Advanced Course in Bioinformatics

Advanced Course in Bioinformatics (ACB) jointly organised by IICT,CDAC & JNTU is a unique course in several aspects like

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  Excellent infrastructure facilities
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  Faculties from different reputed institutes of India
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  Guest lectures by eminent scientists from India and abroad
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  Interactions with eminent industrialists during workshop
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  Hands on for some modules of High Performance Computing Systems and  instrumentation techniques

The main objective of this course is to provide an insight  into the value of rapid access to scientific information for education and research purposes

Course Focus

The end of the 20th century has seen an explosion of information discovered from living organisms, especially in areas of molecular biology and genetics. The focus of bioinformatics is dealing with this flood of information, coming from academic, industry and government labs, and turning it into useful knowledge:

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  What are the critical sources of information for advancing fundamental knowledge in biology,medicine,  Biotechnology, pharmacology, agriculture and related biosciences?
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  What are the best computing methods to be applied to collect,organize, analyze and distribute this information to advance this research?
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  How quickly can these methods be integrated with bioscience research to meet demands of rapidly growing body of data and to speed the flow of knowledge?

Course Structure

The Advanced Course in Bioinformatics is a Six months fulltime course consisting of thirteen modules and an industry relevant project. The continuous evaluation is a part of the course structure where in the students day to day work would be evaluated based on the performance through assignments and tests. Daily session comprises of 3 hours of classroom lecture followed by 4 hours of lab work.

Course Modules

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  Orientation Modules (Biology and Computers)
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  C & Data Structure
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  PERL
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  DBMS
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  Numerical Methods and Optimization Techniques
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  Biostatistics
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  Advanced Computing Techniques
  (Neural / Evolutionary)
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  Data Mining
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  Parallel Computing
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  Genomics & Proteomics
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  Structural Biology
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  Protein Folding
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  Medical Informatics
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  Molecular Modeling
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  Sequence Analysis
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  Pharmaco Kinetics & Enzyme Kinetics
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  Instrumentation Techniques
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  Project Work
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  Hands on for some modules of High Performance  Computing Systems

Click here for detailed course syllabus

Course Fee

The fee for the course is Rs.40,000/- for general candidates (18 seats) and Rs.50,000/-  for Industry sponsored candidates         (6 seats). The fee includes course material, computer facility & High Performance Computing facility. Hostel and Mess charges to be borne by the candidates separately. The selected candidates can stay in the IICT hostel, which is present inside the IICT campus as per the CSIR norms. Canteen facility is also available inside the campus.

Eligibility

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  B.Tech / B.E. in Computer Science / Chemical Technology / Biotechnology / Pharmacy

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  M.B.B.S / B.D.S / B.V.Sc / M.V.Sc

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  Post Graduation (M.Sc.,) in Computer Science / Biological Science (Any branch of Life Science) / Environmental Science / Biotechnology /Chemistry / Agricultural Science / Maths /Statistics / Physics

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  Good Knowledge in Bioinformatics,Which requires exposure in Biology, Computer Fundamentals and  Programming concepts in C Language

Selection Process

24 Candidates will be admitted into the Advanced Course in Bioinformatics out of which 6 seats are reserved for industry sponsored candidates. Candidates will be admitted only after qualifying the Common Entrance Test (CET). This CET is based on Computer Fundamentals, Biology Concepts and General Aptitude. On the basis of performance in the CET, the candidates shall be short listed in the order of merit. Industry sponsored candidates should also appear for the CET. Separate merit list will be maintained for Sponsored candidates.

CET Syllabus for Advanced Course in Bioinformatics :

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  Computer Fundamentals  (40 Marks)
  ( Computer Generations, Classification of Computers, Computer Architecture, Number Systems, Boolean algebra, Computer  Codes, Primary, Secondary and tertiary memory, I/O devices, Computer Software (Operating System, Compiler, Interpreter, Assembler, Linker, Loader etc
  Algorithms, Flowcharts, Computer Languages (machine, assembly and high level languages), Planning a computer program, the stages of the software development cycle, goals of programming, Introductory Concepts of C language (using simple data types, doing arithmetic, making decisions, iterations, using libraries, working with arrays, functional abstraction and Input/Output )

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  Biology Concepts (40 Marks)
  (Fundamentals of Life Sciences, Molecular Biology, Pharmacology, Enzyme Kinetics and basic aspects of Biochemistry
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  General Aptitude Test (20 Marks)

Important Dates

Application will be available on website : 13^th May 2010

Last date for submission of Application : 7^th July 2010

Date, Time and place of Entrance Test (CET) : 8^thAugust 2010 (Sunday 10.30 AM to 12.30 PM IICT ZM School, IICT Campus, Habsiguda, Uppal Road., Hyderabad

Declaration of Results : 14^th August 2010

Last Date for Payment of Fee : 31^st August 2010

Course Commences on : 13^th September 2010

Completion of Course : 14^th March 2011

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