The Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Ministry of Science & Technology (Government of India) has established the Translational Health Science and Technology Institute (THSTI), an autonomous institution, as a part of the interdisciplinary Biotech Science Cluster at Faridabad in the National Capital Region. The Institute is designed as a dynamic, interactive organization with a mission to conduct innovative translational research and to develop research collaborations across disciplines and professions to translate concepts into tangible products to improve human health.
We are looking for leader at the level of Executive Director, THSTI, Faridabad on deputation (including short term contract) from Indian citizen
Post: Executive Director
Eligibility criteria
Scientists of the Central Govt. / State Govt. / Universities / Public Sector Undertakings / Govt. funded research organisations / institutes, autonomous bodies subject to fulfilment of the following conditions (i) and (ii):-
(i) Holding analogous post on regular basis in the parent cadre;
Or,
Five years regular service in a post with Grade Pay of Rs. 10,000/- or equivalent in the parent cadre / Department
(ii) Possessing the qualification & experience as given below:
Essential: MD or PhD in Life Sciences / Biomedical Sciences / Biotechnology / Biomedical Engineering / Biotech Pharmacology from a recognised University with a minimum 15 years research experience in responsible higher position / Teaching Institute / University / Industry with published research of highest standards and / or technologies of established utility.
Desirable: At least two years’ experience in leadership roles in a reputed academic or research institute or industry in related fields or experience in successfully running large program, centre, or experience of guiding research activities in the area of specialization. Demonstrated ability to create new knowledge in the area of expertise or translate innovations to develop new processes or products and ability to network with national and global institutes and industries.
Age limit and tenure of appointment
The applicant should not exceed 56 years of age on the last date for the receipt of applications. In exceptional cases, relaxation of age can be allowed at discretion of the competent authority. The appointment will be on contract/deputation basis for a period of five years or till the age of 60, whichever is earlier. The tenure is extendable after review, as per rules of the organisation.
How to apply / nominate
The prospective candidates may send their applications in the prescribed format along with a write-up on the significant contribution made by them during the present / past assignment and their suitability for the post to Smt. Veena T. Bhatia, Director, Department of Biotechnology, Block-2, CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi-110003 (Email: bhatia.veena@nic.in), super-scribing on the cover “Application for the Post of Executive Director, THSTI” so as to reach within 30 days from the date of publication of this advertisement in the Employment News. The closing date for receipt of application from candidates residing abroad and from Andaman & Nicobar and Lakshadweep Island, States / Union Territories in the North-Eastern region, Ladakh region of J & K, Sikkim, Sub division Chamba and Lahaul and Sipti districts of Himachal Pradesh will be 45 days.
Nominations by distinguished experts may also be considered, depending upon merit and the area of expertise. Eminent experts and distinguished scientists may also kindly nominate potential candidates for this position either by post or by email.
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