Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Bhopal was created in 2008 by the Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India. Its mission is to provide quality science education to UG and PG students. The prime focus is to integrate science education and research with a motive of attracting bright students and world class faculty. The Institute is committed to impart high moral and ethical values and create concern for social and environment awareness.
Post: Junior research fellow
Applications are invited from Indian nationals to work as Junior Research Fellow (JRF) in a research project funded by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT).
Title: Modeling human motor neuron diseases in Drosophila.
No. of Positions: 2
Duration: 1 year (with possibility of extension up to 3 years subject to satisfactory performance).
Last date for applications: 5th November, 2010.
Essential Qualifications:
M.Sc. in any branch of Biological Sciences/Life Sciences with good academic record throughout. NET/GATE/DBT/ICMR qualified candidates will be preferred. Previous experience of working in fruitfly neurobiology or development biology will be an added advantage. Only hardworking, enthusiastic and highly motivated students are advised to apply.
Age Limit: Applicant should not have completed 28 years of age at the time of application.
Salary: Rs.12,000 (consolidated) + HRA (as applicable)
Skills to be gained:
The candidates during the training will gain hands-on experience in genetics, molecular biology, cell-biology, electrophysiology and modern live-cell imaging techniques.
How to Apply?
Applicant should briefly describe (no more than 400 words) why he/she wants to work on this project. Applications containing detailed CV with name and address of 2 referees should be sent to:
Dr. Vimlesh Kumar, Department of Biology,
IISER-Bhopal,
ITI (Gas Rahat ) Building,
Govindpura,
Bhopal-462023
E-mail:vimlesh@iiserbhopal.ac.in
ADVT. NO. IISER/BIO/VK/01
Last Date: November 5, 2010
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