National Institute of Biomedical Genomics (NIBMG) Kalyani is an Institute of Government of India, Ministry of Science & Technology, Department of Biotechnology. The Institute has created the necessary physical infrastructure and critical platform technologies to support research, translation and trainingin biomedical genomics.
Post : Senior Project Associate (01 post)
Applications are invited for the position of Project Linked Persons for extramural projects to be executed by the National institute of Biomedical Genomics, Kalyani. Selected applicants will be appointed up to 30th September 2025. The tenure of appointment may be extended depending on performance and availability of funds.
Project Title : Diabetic Retinopathy Microbiome Study-India (DRMS-India)
Principal Investigator’s name : Dr. Souvik Mukherjee
Research Description : Diabetes affects 10% of Indian adults, with diabetic retinopathy (DR) impacting up to 20%, causing irreversible vision loss in 4%. Current DR treatments often have low success rates and lengthy procedures. Recent research in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh highlighted links between gut bacteria and DR in those with diabetes. The DRMS aims to deepen this connection by analyzing stool samples from people with diabetes, diabetes-related retinopathy, and those without health issues. Participants will provide stool and blood samples at no cost. Stool DNA analysis will identify bacteria, while blood tests will assess diabetes levels and related conditions routinely checked in diabetics. This study seeks to shed more light on the role of gut bacteria in DR progression for better understanding and potential treatment advancements. In this project the Senior Project Associate applicant will be responsible for handling high throughput human and microbiome sequence data on a daily basis. He/she will catalogue the changes in bacterial, viral, and fungal composition and its gene families, pathways from human microbiome samples using whole shotgun metagenome sequencing along with highlighting the novel interplay between host and metagenomic correlates in diseased individuals.
Essential Education Qualification : 1. M.Sc / M.Tech in Life Science or equivalent with atleast 4 years hands on research experience in bioinformatic analysis of genomic/meta genomic data or Ph.D.in Life Science or equivalent with expertise in bioinformatics of genomic/meta genomic data
Age limit : 40 years as on last date of application
Desirable Qualification :
1. Hands-on experience in DNA sequence data analysis from FASTQ files, particularly on Human genomic or Metagenomic samples using standard data analysis pipeline.
2. Proficiency in Shotgun Metagenomics and 16S rRNA Gene Sequence data analysis
3. Good knowledge in Perl/Python, Linux, and R programming
4. Proficiency in English and good communication skills
Nature of work & Responsibilities :
1. Analysis of DNA, RNA sequence files from massively – parallel sequencing platforms, and preparing summaries and reports of data analysis.
2. Performing day-to- day statistical analysis on the analyzed data and assisting the Project PI for data interpretation and coordination with other participating centers
3. Development of newer analysis pipelines focusing on human genomic and metagenomic data analysis
4. Management of the documents and procurement of the items pertaining to the project
Consolidated and fixed monthly emolument (Rs.) : 42,000/- + 27% HRA = 53,340
This position is contractual. The appointment will be initially given up to 30th September 2025, which is extendable depending upon performance, requirements of the project and availability of funds. Interested candidates need to send mail with a copy of the CV (in proper format given in Annexure-I on next page) to applsmlab@gmail.com . The last date of application is 11-04-2025 (Friday up to 12 midnight). If CV will be submitted in any other format will not be considered.
Only the shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview. The interview will be held only in ON-LINE mode. All Educational, Professional and Technical qualifications should be from a recognized Board/University. Fulfillment of essential qualifications and experience does not automatically entitle a candidate to be shortlisted or called for Interview. Canvassing in any form or bringing influence will lead to disqualification of the candidate. The decision of NIBMG in all matters relating to eligibility, acceptance or rejection of application, mode of selection, and conduct of interviews will be final and binding on the candidates. In exceptionally meritorious cases, the eligibility requirements may be relaxed by the competent authority.
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