Doctoral Degree in Pharma Job under the Department of Science and Technology at TIFAC

Technology Information, Forecasting & Assessment Council (TIFAC), an Autonomous Body under the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India invites applications from Indian Nationals for engagement of Two (02) Young Professionals for executing the (STUDY ON TECHNO COMMERCIAL ASSESSMENT OF TRL-6) on full time contract and on consolidated remuneration (Professional fee) basis. The duration of the study is one year.

WALK-IN-INTERVIEW ON 9th April, 2024 from 10.30 AM to 2.00 PM in TIFAC for engagement of one Principal Project Associate and one Senior Project Associate on full time contract and consolidated remuneration basis for a period of one year or co-terminus with the project, whichever is earlier under the project “Technology Needs Assessment (TNA)” supported by Climate Change Programme, Department of Science and Technology (DST), Govt. of India.

Principal Project Associate - 01 Post
Essential Qualification & Experience : (i) Master’s Degree in Natural or Agricultural Sciences / or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology from a recognised University or equivalent and (ii) Eight years’ experience in Research and Development in Industrial and Academic Institutions or Science activities and services. OR (i) Doctoral Degree in Science /Engineering / Technology/ Pharma / MD/ MS from a recognized University or equivalent and (ii) Four years’ experience in Research and Development in Industrial and Academic Institutions or Science and Technology Organizations and Scientific activities and services
Upper Age limit : 40 years
Monthly Emoluments Rs. : 49,000 + HRA (as admissible as per rules)

Senior Project Associate - 01 Post
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 recognised University or equivalent and
(ii) Four years’ experience in Research and Development in Industrial and Academic Institutions or Science and Technology Organizations and Scientific activities and services OR
(iii) Doctoral Degree in Science /Engineering / Technology/ Pharma / MD/ MS from a recognized University or equivalent and
Upper Age limit : 40 years
Monthly Emoluments Rs. : 42,000 + HRA (as admissible as per rules)

Desirable skills and Knowledge :
• Good knowledge and understanding of a wide range of climate change and environmental sustainability issues like adaptation or mitigation, vulnerability assessments, climate- technology development linkages, with some experience of desk research evident from publication of research papers, articles etc.
• Excellent written, verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Knowledge of computers and good understanding of Microsoft Office packages including competence in use of spreadsheets, databases, word processing and presentation packages.
• Experience of using project management and statistical analysis software
• The ability to work individually and in a team, in a fast paced, dynamic environment.

Place of posting : Full-time basis in TIFAC, New Delhi. The selected candidate may require to undertake travels as per the requirement of the study.
Leave : Leave of 8 days shall be allowed in a year on a pro-rata basis. TIFAC would be free to terminate the services in case of absence by more than 15 days beyond the entitled leave.
Term of Contract : The term of the contract would be initially one year or co-terminus with the project, whichever is earlier based on the performance of the candidate. The term of the contract may be reduced at the discretion of TIFAC before making the offer of contract. After the contract is signed/accepted, TIFAC or selected candidate may terminate the contract by giving one month’s notice in writing to the other party without assigning any reason.

Confidentiality & Conflict of Interest : The selected candidate so engaged would be required to maintain Confidentiality & discharge his / her duties with sincerity. In case it is found to be in conflict with the interest of TIFAC, his / her services are liable to be discontinued immediately without assigning any reason. Further, the selected candidate engaged shall not be permitted to take up any other assignment during the period of consultancy with TIFAC without prior permission of TIFAC in writing.

General Conditions :
a. The walk in interview would be conducted on 09.4.2024 from 10.30 AM to 2.00 PM in TIFAC, AI Block 5th Floor, Technology Bhawan New Mehrauli Road, New Delhi-110016
b. The Candidate may report half an hour before start of Interview along with duly filled in application in the prescribed performa attached.
c. The reckoning date for the criteria given above viz. qualification, experience, age, etc. would be 31.03.2024
d. TIFAC reserves the right to restrict the number of candidates for interview to a reasonable limit.
e. NO TA/DA will be provided for appearing in interview.
f. Selected candidate(s) will be needed to join immediately.
g. TIFAC also reserves the right of rejecting any or all the applications without assigning any reasons at any stage.

The candidates for walk in interview need to carry the following documents (in original), along with copies duly self attested as proof of their credentials :
I. Date of Birth Certificate (SSC/SSSC/Matriculation Certificate)
II. Degree/Certificates
III. Qualification of GATE/NET/National Level Examination etc.
IV. Professional Trainings undergone, if any
V. Publications (research papers, articles etc., if any)
VI. Membership of Professional & Scientific bodies/associations/groups, if any
VII. Experience certificate from employer (s)
VIII. No objection / relieving letter from the Employer (if employed at present)
IX. Duly filled in application form as per the format attached Any other document, if deemed necessary may be demanded by TIFAC during the selection / contract signing process.

The walk in interview would be conducted on 09.4.2024 from 10.30 AM to 2.00 PM in TIFAC, AI Block 5th Floor, Technology Bhawan New Mehrauli Road, New Delhi-110016