The National Centre for Cell Science (NCCS) is an autonomous institution of Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India, for a mandate of basic research, teaching & training, and as a national repository for cell lines/hybridomas etc. The Centre is located in the midst of academically enriched environment of Savitribai Phule Pune University Campus, Pune.
NCCS invites applications for following posts on various extramural projects purely on temporary basis.
Laboratory Manager, Tier II
Grade C for microscopy equivalent to Senior Project Associate (DST).
Sr. No.: 01
Number of posts : 01 (One)
Name of the Project : Establishment of a Pune Biotech Cluster, “Model Organisms to Human Disease.” (Bio-Imaging Facility)
Name of the PI : Dr. Mohan Wani
Essential Qualification & Experience : i) Master’s Degree in Natural or Agricultural Sciences / MVSc or bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology or Medicine from a recognized University or equivalent; And
ii) 4 years’ experience in Research and Development in Industrial and Academic Institutions or Science and Technology Organisations and Scientific activities and services. OR Doctoral Degree in Science / Engineering / Technology / Pharma / MD / MS from a recognised University or equivalent.
Desirable Experience : Should have in-depth knowledge of advanced light microscopy techniques. A person with experience in independently handling microscopes for biological samples including cells (Fluorescence, Confocal, etc) and proven team management capabilities will be preferred.
Project Tenure : Up to 28.06.2024
Total Monthly Emoluments : Rs. 42000/- + HRA
Age limit : Not more than 40 years as on last date of application.
Senior Research Fellow
Sr. No.: 09
Number of posts : 01 (One)
Name of the Project : Elucidation of the role of long noncoding RNA-Ginir as a biomarker in lung tumorigenesis.
Name of the PI : Dr. Manas Santra
Essential Qualification & Experience : Post Graduate Degree in Basic Science or Graduate / Post Graduate Degree in Professional Course selected through a process described through any one of the following & should have 2 years of research experience.
A. Scholars who are selected through National Eligibility Tests – CSIR-UGC NET including lectureship (Assistant Professorship) and/or GATE.
B. The selection process through National Level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments and their Agencies and Institutions such as DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MoE, ICAR, ICMR, IIT, IISc, IISER, NISER etc.
Desirable Experience : Experience in tissue culture, long noncoding RNA, western blotting, molecular cloning, protein purification.
Project Tenure : Up to 18.08.2024
Total Monthly Emoluments : *Rs. 35000 /- + HRA for those who meet the above essential qualifications.
** Rs. 31000/- + HRA for those who meet the required qualifications but do not have 2 years of research experience.
Age limit : *Not more than 32 years as on last date of application.
**Not more than 28 years as on last date of application.
Junior Research Fellow
Sr. No.: 10
Number of posts : 01 (One)
Name of the Project : Understanding the virus-nuclear pore complex crosstalk using computational and structural biological approaches.
Name of the PI : Dr. Krishna Kant Gupta
Essential Qualification & Experience : Post Graduate Degree in Basic Science or Graduate / Post Graduate Degree in Professional Course selected through a process described through any one of the following
A. Scholars who are selected through National Eligibility Tests – CSIR-UGC NET including lectureship (Assistant Professorship) and/or GATE.
B. The selection process through National Level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments and their Agencies and Institutions such as DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MoE, ICAR, ICMR, IIT, IISc, IISER, NISER etc.
Desirable Experience : Experience in molecular cloning and protein purification. Candidate should be knowing basics of R and Python.
Project Tenure : Up to 02.04.2026
Total Monthly Emoluments : Rs. 31000/- + HRA
Age limit : Not more than 28 years as on last date of application.
General Instructions
Kindly bring the Application format duly filled in along with original documents and one set of self-attested copies mentioned below:
1. Application format duly filled. (Available below the Advertisement)
2. Proof of date of birth (Please see Annexure A)
3. Recent passport size colour photograph.
4. Essential qualifying Final / Provisional Degree certificate as per the advertisement.
5. Copies of NET/GATE/National Level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments and their Agencies and Institutions such as DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MoE, ICAR, ICMR, IIT, IISc, IISER, NISER, etc and other relevant documents, if applicable.
6. Caste Certificate, Latest/valid non-creamy layer certificate, if applicable.
7. Work experience certificates, if applicable.
The duration of offer will be determined based on fund availability.
Other important Points :
1. The Director, NCCS reserves the right to enhance/reduce the number of posts and cancel the recruitment process, if required. Additional percentage and experience cut-off will be applied during the screening process, if required.
2. The prescribed educational qualifications and experience are the bare minimum and mere possession of same does not entitle candidates to be called for Walk in Interviews. The Centre reserves the right to call for Walk in Interviews only those candidates who in its opinion are likely to be suitable.
3. Number of candidates to be called for the interview may be restricted to a reasonable limit after taking into consideration the essential qualifications and desirable experience over and above the minimum prescribed, in the advertisement. Therefore, it will be in the interest of the candidates, to mention all the qualifications and experience in the relevant field at the time of applying. No interim enquiries/correspondence/communication of any sort will be entertained on this matter.
4. The above advertised positions are filled up purely on temporary basis for the limited time on the extramural projects funded by various funding agencies. The position will automatically co-terminus on the completion of the candidate’s tenure. The appointed person shall have no claim of appointment/absorption in funding agency or in NCCS, Pune.
5. Fellowship/Emoluments: Emoluments to the research personnel engaged under project will be made in accordance with the sanction order or latest DST O.M whichever the case may be.
6. Age limit will be considered as on closing date of receipt of application. Age relaxation of 5 years in case of Women/SC/ST/PH candidates and 3 years in case of OBC candidates will be given as per Government of India rules. OBC candidates must produce latest/valid non-creamy layer certificate. Reservation as per Govt, of India norms will be followed.
7. Age & Experience may be relaxed in exceptional cases by the Competent Authority.
8. No TA/DA will be admissible for attending the interview.
9. Canvassing in any form and/or bringing in any influence will be treated as disqualification for the post.
10. The posts advertised shall be need based without any commitment for its filling.
11. Selected candidates will have to join duty within one month of the receipt of offer of appointment.
12. Lower positions may be offered, if candidates are not found suitable for the above advertised positions.
INTERVIEW DATES : 29th & 30th JANUARY, 2024.
CANDIDATES REPORTING AFTER 09.30 AM WILL NOT BE PERMITTED TO ATTEND THE INTERVIEW, WHICH MAY PLEASE BE NOTED.
Address : National Centre for Cell Science, NCCS Complex, Savitribai Phule Pune University Campus, Ganeshkhind Road Pune - 411007, Maharashtra State, India.
In case the number of candidates appearing for the interview is large the interviews will continue on 31st JANUARY, 2024
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