NIAB is an autonomous and premier institute of the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India.
The Institute aims to develop and harness novel and emerging biotechnological tools and applications, and take up research in cutting-edge areas for improving animal health and productivity as well as contribute to human health and welfare.
Applications are invited from suitable candidates for filling up the following positions at National Institute of Animal Biotechnology (NIAB), Hyderabad against the DBT funded project entitled “Establishment of a Consortium for One Health to address Zoonotic and Transboundary Diseases in India, including the Northeast Region”. Coordinator: Dr. Subeer Majumdar, PI: Dr. Nagendra R. Hegde.
Two positions of Research Associate-II or Principal Project Associate
Eligibility for Research Associate-II :PhD in any field of Life Sciences (incl. Veterinary Science, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, etc.) or MD/MS/MDS and at least one years’ research experience, OR MVSc/MPharm/ME/MTech and at least 4 years’ research experience
Eligibility for Principal Project Associate : (i) Master’s degree in Natural or Agricultural Sciences or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and Technology or Medicine from a recognised University or equivalent, and 8 years’ experience in Research and Development in industrial or academic institutions or science and technology organisations and scientific activities and services, OR (ii) Doctoral degree in Science / Engineering / Technology / Pharma or MD / MS from a recognised University of equivalent, and 4 years’ experience in Research and Development in industrial or academic institutions or science and technology organisations and scientific activities and services
Desirable experience : PCR, RT-PCR, Protein expression and purification, Serological assay development and/or validation, Serosurvey.
Age limit : 40 years (Relaxation is admissible in case of SC/ST/OBC candidates as per Government instructions)
Fellowship amount : Rs. 49,000/-PM +24% HRA (if applicable) as per the DST guidelines.
Two positions of Senior Research Fellow or Project Associate-II
Eligibility for Senior Research Fellow : Post-graduate Degree in Basic Science (MSc) OR Graduate/Post-graduate Degree in Professional Course (BVSc, MVSc, MBBS, MS, MDS, ME, MTech) with NET qualification or selected through national level examinations conducted by the Central Government Departments and their Agencies and Institutions (DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MHRD, ICAR, ICMR, IIT, IISc, IISER et.), and to years of research experience in the relevant area.
Eligibility for Project Associate-II : Master’s degree in Natural or Agricultural Sciences / MVSc or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and Technology or Medicine from a recognised University or equivalent, and 2 years’ experience in Research and Development in industrial or academic institutions or science and technology organisations and scientific activities and services
Desirable experience : PCR, RT-PCR, Protein expression and purification, Serological assay development and/or validation, Serosurvey.
Age limit : 35 years (Relaxation is admissible in case of SC/ST/OBC candidates as per Government instructions).
Fellowship amount : Candidates with NET or Post Graduate degree in professional course will be paid Rs. 35,000/-PM+24% HRA. Non-NET candidates can also apply but will be paid Rs. 28,000/-PM+24% HRA.
Two positions of Junior Research Fellow or Project Associate – I
Eligibility for Junior Research Fellow : Post-graduate Degree in Basic Science (MSc) OR Graduate/Post-graduate Degree in Professional Course (BVSc, MVSc, MBBS, MS, MDS, ME, MTech) with NET qualification or selected through national level examinations conducted by the Central Government Departments and their Agencies and Institutions (DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MHRD, ICAR, ICMR, IIT, IISc, IISER et.).
Eligibility for Project Associate-I : Master’s degree in Natural or Agricultural Sciences / MVSc or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and Technology or Medicine from a recognised University or equivalent
Desirable Experience : PCR, RT-PCR, Protein expression and purification, Serological assay development and/or validation, Serosurvey.
Age limit : 35 years (Relaxation is admissible in case of SC/ST/OBC candidates as per Government instructions)
Fellowship amount : Candidates with NET or Post Graduate degree in professional course will be paid Rs. 31,000/-PM+24% HRA. Non-NET candidates can also apply but will be paid Rs. 25,000/-PM+24% HRA.
Applications are to be filled ONLINE. Online link for submission of application is available from 06-10-2021 and the last date is 25-10-2021 at 05:00 pm.
Candidates are advised to fill the online application form in sufficient time before the last date to avoid last minute technical issues. Suitable candidates will be screened, intimated through email and interviewed online by duly constituted selection committee.
Original documents in support of date of birth, educational qualifications, experience certificates are required to be submitted at the time of joining.
No need to send hard copy. Interim enquiries will not be entertained.
