Work as Postdoctoral Fellow at BRIC-inStem, Salary Rs. 73,660 pm | Life Sciences and Biotechnology Apply

The Institute for Stem Cell Science & Regenerative Medicine (instem.res.in), Bangalore is an autonomous institute under the Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India. iBRIC-inStem’s mandate is to establish collaborative research programs in the field of stem cell biology, regeneration, and repair in development and disease, with an emphasis on translation. To develop strengths in focused areas, research at iBRIC-inStem is driven through collaborative interdisciplinary teams, addressing questions that are beyond the scope of a single laboratory.

Post : Postdoctoral Fellow - 01 post

iBRIC-inStem invites applications (in online mode) from eligible candidates for the post of Project Associate-II in the laboratory of Dr. Reena Singh, Asst. Investigator (Scientist-E).

Remuneration [INR] per month : Rs. 58,000/- + 27% HRA p/m
Age Limit : Below 40 years of age
Qualification & Experience : Ph.D. in Immunology / Biotechnology / Life Sciences / Biological Sciences / Zoology / Stem Cells / Developmental Biology
Job Description : To carry out day to day wet and dry-lab research activities in the lab of Dr Reena Singh – CardioMet Translational lab. Self-driven candidates interested in Stem Cell Biology, Cancer, Immunology, Developmental Biology, Molecular Biology. Expertise mandatory required – Fluorescent Activated Cell Sorting and Analysis, Microscopy – confocal or high resolution, Cell / Tissue culture. Expertise preferred but not mandatory – Molecular Biology, cloning, cells, sections and tissue immunocytochemistry and imaging. Position is available with immediate start.

Tenure : The initial engagement will be for a period of eleven (11) months which may be extended further for an appropriate period(s) depending on the performance of the candidate and requirement of the institute.
Mode of Applications : Only online applications will be accepted. Applications received through any other mode shall stand rejected automatically.
Application Fee : Nil
Nationality : The candidate must be a citizen of India.

Applicants should submit the following information as a single PDF file :
1. 2-page Curriculum vitae with current address, phone (mobile) number and e-mail address.
2. 1-page Motivation letter explaining past research experiences, career goals, and motivation to join our laboratory and research programs. Please include the advertisement number in the letter and upload the same as one document with a CV.
3. Contact information of at least two referees (will be contacted only if needed)
Selection process : The Selection process shall involve a Written Test/Interview or both.

General Conditions
1. Incomplete applications shall be summarily rejected and no correspondence in this regard shall be entertained.
2. Candidates must ensure that he/she fulfils the eligibility criteria as stipulated in the advertisement.
3. All eligibility conditions will be determined with reference to the crucial date of eligibility i.e., the closing date of receipt of applications.
4. Candidates are advised to keep a printout of the application form.
5. This is purely a temporary engagement, and selection does not entitle a candidate to any claim whatsoever of permanency or regularization against any regular post or any vacancy arising in the future in this or any other cadre/post on the basis of this service in the institute.
6. The incumbent may be assigned any duty during his/her tenure in the institute and may be posted in different sections according to institute requirements.

7. No claim for any service benefits like PF, Pension, Gratuity, Medical Allowance, Seniority & Promotion, etc. is applicable to this post.
8. The appointment will be on a full-time basis and he/she will not be permitted to take up any other assignment during the period of contract. The contract may be terminated by either party by giving one-month advance notice in writing.
9. The incumbent will be required to conform to the rules and regulations of inStem in force from time to time and follow the discipline rules of the institute failing which the contract may be withdrawn at any time.
10. Mere fulfillment of the minimum prescribed qualification and experience will not vest any right on a candidate for being called for the selection process. Only the candidates shortlisted by a duly constituted Screening Committee will be called for the selection process. The decision of the institute in this regard will be final. No interim inquiries in this regard will be entertained.
11. The incumbent will be entitled to leave as admissible to the contractual staff of the institute. The un-availed leave cannot be carried forward or encashed.
12. No accommodation will be provided during the tenure of the incumbent.