ADVT NO: 08/2015
APPOINMENT OF LABORATORY ANIMAL VETERINARIAN (SCIENTIFIC OFFICER 'C')
ADVERTISEMENT NO: 8/2015
Job Title: Appointment of Laboratory Animal Veterinarian (Scientific Officer ‘C’).
The Bangalore Biocluster, an innovative institutional model for cutting-edge scientific research and technology development in India, invites applications from suitable individuals for the position of Laboratory Animal Veterinarian.
It is envisioned that the Laboratory Animal Veterinarian will work within the National Mouse Research Resource (NaMoR) project team to help in maintaining state of the art animal facility. The position provides opportunity to work in a world-class high-barrier animal facility and gain expertise in genetic management and husbandry of various inbred, outbred, immune-compromised and transgenic mice strains and overall professional development in a scientifically vibrant environment.
Key responsibilities of the selected candidate will include:
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Laboratory animal veterinarian (LAV) should ensure that the clinical and preventive health programs developed by the chief Veterinarian (Facility in-charge) be implemented effectively in the Animal Care Facility.
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LAV should provide orientation to new students/animal users in proper use of Animal facility and explain the SOPs of Animal Care Facility.
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LAV should train the new students/animal users/animal care takers/support staff in proper care and humane handling of laboratory animals.
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LAV should train research staff in aseptic and humane methods of performing surgery and restraining animals, as well as in proper pre and post-operative care of animals.
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LAV should personally oversee husbandry programs, assist users in their animal related procedures like sample collection, excision of tumours, injections, methods of animal identification, euthanasia of animals etc.
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LAV should assist Facility in-Charge in the process of import and export of live laboratory animals, quarterly animal health monitoring programs (in SPF animal colonies), organizing animal ethics committee meetings and record keeping as per CPCSEA guidelines (GOI).
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LAV should be available for emergency veterinary care after work hours, on weekends, and on holidays.
Required educational qualification:
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Master's Degree in Veterinary Science in any of the following disciplines viz, (Veterinary Pathology, Veterinary Microbiology, Veterinary Pharmacology, Veterinary Medicine or Veterinary Surgery) with valid Registration issued under IVC.
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Training in Laboratory Animal management or Experience in operating and maintaining Animal House Facility in any Reputed Research Institute/Lab.
Additional relevant experience desirable:
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At least 1 year experience in handling, breeding and maintenance of laboratory animals, particularly inbred strains. Preference will be given to applicants with experience with transgenic/knockout animals.
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Research experience using laboratory animals is desirable.
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Experience in health monitoring and genetic monitoring techniques.
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Knowledge of CPCSEA guidelines.
Pay Scale: As per Govt. norms based on experience and qualification.
Age limit: 35 years.
Interested candidates to apply online on or before 5.6.2015.
HOW TO APPLY:
Step 1: Interested candidates may register ONLINE through the link on our website (www.ncbs.res.in/staff_positions) using valid email ID .
Step 2: You will receive an user ID and password on your registered email ID.
Step 3: Using your ID and password you can fill in the application by clicking on “Submit Application”
Step 4: Once you fill in the application and CV is upload you can SAVE or PREVIEW the application. Please Note: Any corrections should be made before you SAVE the application.
Step 5: After you SAVE, you can submit the application by clicking “SUBMIT” .
Step 6: Take a Print out of the application form by clicking “PRINT” in “MY APPLICATION” and send the same duly Signed to the Administrative Officer (Establishment), NCBS-TIFR, GKVK PO, Bellary Road, Bangalore- 560065, along with copies of certificates regarding date of birth, educational qualifications, experience, PAN Card etc. so as to reach by 5th June 2015.
The Last date for receipt of Online applications: 5th June 2015(Only candidates shortlisted for the interview will be contacted).
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