Institute of Life Sciences (ILS), Bhubaneswar, an autonomous institute of the Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India invites applications from Indian Nationals to join in the following position.

Post : Research Associate

Projects: “Epigenetic regulation of normal and malignant hematopoiesis”. The project requires knowledge of knockdown/knockout strategies, molecular biology, biochemistry, and basic bioinformatics analysis.

Fellowship: Rs. 36000/- per month + @20%HRA

Eligibility: Candidates with Ph. D. in any branch of Life Sciences with preferred expertise in the areas of chromatin biology, epigenetics and bioinformatics. The candidates should have publications in reputed peer-reviewed journals in their area of expertise. Candidates who have completed final Ph.D. defense can also apply. Candidates with expertise in CRISPR and shRNA-based knockdown techniques, and experienced in working with the hematopoietic system will be preferred.

Selection: Candidates will be selected after application screening, followed by an interview. Candidates should submit one-page write-up explaining their research interest and how they are suitable for the advertised position.

Interested/eligible candidates may download the application form from the institute website (ils.res.in) and apply along with self-attested copies of mark sheets and certificates, as well as copies of publications and Ph.D. thesis synopsis to “The Director, Institute of Life Sciences, Nalco Square, Bhubaneswar-751023”. Super scribe the envelope with "Application for the position of Research Associate- Epigenetic". No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview. The decision of the Director regarding the selection of candidates will be final and no further correspondence will be entertained in this regard.

1. Last date for receiving an application: 5th November 2018
2. Date of display of shortlisted candidates in ILS website: 9th November 2018
3. Date & time of interview: 20th November 2018; 10.00 AM

Note: All communication will be through e-mail. No separate call letter will be issued to the candidates.