MSSRF Plant Biotechnology JRF Vacancy


The M. S. Swaminathan Research Foundation (MSSRF) was established in 1988 as a not-for-profit trust. MSSRF was envisioned and founded by Professor M. S. Swaminathan.The Foundation aims to accelerate use of modern science for agricultural and rural development for development and dissemination of technology to improve lives and livelihoods of tribal and rural communities. MSSRF follows a pro-poor, pro-women and pro-nature approach and applies appropriate science and technology options to address practical problems faced by rural populations in agriculture, food and nutrition. The Foundation works in the areas of Natural Resource Management, Biodiversity, Biotechnology, Food, Nutrition and Livelihood Security and Skill and Capacity Development using modern Information and Communication Technologies. MSSRF is present in six states of India. Please visit our website for more information. http://www.mssrf.org 

Job Code: PA3JRF23818C 

Job Description: The selected candidate will be working on functional characterization of drought responsive genes from different plant species. 

Minimum Qualification and skill sets: M.Sc/M. Tech (Biotechnology/Life Sciences/Agriculture) 

Desirable qualification: Experience in the field of Plant Biotechnology. Candidates with CSIR/UGC fellowship are encouraged to apply 

Remuneration: The remuneration for the positions will be as per the norms of the Department of Biotechnology, Government of India. 

No. of Positions :

Mode of Application : MSSRF is a woman-friendly employer with a gender policy and women candidates are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to SC / ST candidates with desired qualification. Application should include full biodata providing complete academic record stating areas of specialization, academic achievement, sample of writing and publications, nature and duration of experience, full address and telephone number of two most recent employers, last pay drawn, names and addresses of two referees who have close familiarity with the professional strength and character of the candidate, current address, telephone and e-mail ID. Incomplete application will be rejected. 

Application must clearly indicate “PA3JRF23818C” with Job code. 

Last date for application is September 15, 2018. 

 Please send the applications by email before the last date to: The Head – HR & Administration M. S. Swaminathan Research Foundation Third Cross Street, Institutional Area, Taramani, Chennai 600 113 email: admn@mssrf.res.in 

Programme Area: Bio-Technology 

Location: Chennai

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