IndianOil Biotech Research Officer Job Openings

IndianOil Corporation Limited
(Research & Development Centre), Faridabad

(Advt No R&D/93)

Applications are invited from Indian Nationals desirous of a career in Research & Development for the positions listed below. The Corporation offers excellent opportunities for individual growth and contribution based on performance and potential.

2. Industrial Bio-Technology Research – 2  (Two) (OBC-1)

Post Code –IB01 Research Officer (Biotechnology) (Gr A)

Qualification*:

Ph.D in Microbiology/ Biotechnology/ Biochemistry/ Biosciences/Biochemical or Bioprocess engineering from a recognized university/ Institute. The PhD thesis or publications should be related to: Modern molecular biology techniques and their applications in the area of hydrocarbon biotransformation/ petroleum microbiology/ bioprocesses related to hydrocarbon refining/ upgrading/treatment

Or

Enzymatic CO2 capture/ Bioelectrochemical processes for CO2 transformation /Microbial fuel cell systems

The abstract of the PhD thesis is to be attached.

With minimum 65% marks in graduation as well as in Post-graduation

Upper Age Limit: 32 Years

Desirous candidates seeking employment with IndianOil need to be medically fit as per IndianOil’s pre-employment medical standard. Candidates are advised to go through the ‘Guidelines and Criteria for Physical Fitness for Pre-employment medical Examination’ before they commence the application process. The guidelines are available in the following link: http://www.iocl.com/PeopleCareers/Pre-employment_Guiding_Principles11th_mar_2011.pdf

Selection Methodology:

Depending on number of candidates fulfilling all criteria as mentioned above for the post (based on the scrutiny of the application), candidates will undergo a one-tier/ two-tier selection process for selection to the post. The two tier process may comprise of either a written test or preliminary personal interview (again depending on the number of eligible candidates for the post) followed by a final personal interview. The personal interview / interaction will assess the technical, research Knowledge/ experience/ aptitude and behavioral competencies of the candidates as applicable to the post.

The final selection/Offer of appointment will be based on the candidates performance in Personal interview, being declared as medically fit by IOCL designated Physician, availability of vacancies in various positions advertised, and subject to fulfillment of other eligibility criteria with respect to academic qualification, age, work experience, clear release order from previous employers, NOC (from present employer, in case of candidates working in govt./quasi-govt./PSU) as may be applicable. Candidates will have to qualify through each stage of selection process successfully.

Emolument & Placements:

Selected applicants will be placed in the pay scale mentioned below. Besides Basic Pay, the applicant will be entitled for Industrial pattern of DA and perquisite and allowances as admissible in the grade, Performance Related Pay, HRA, Medical Coverage, Gratuity, Provident Fund, Group Pension Accident Insurance, House Building Advance, Conveyance Advance, etc. as per rules.

Coverage under the contributory pension superannuation benefit fund scheme and Post-retirement medical benefit facility shall be subject to meeting the eligibility criteria as laid down by the Department of Public Enterprises (DPE), Govt. of India in this regard.

General Instructions:

1) Only Indian Nationals need to apply. Those applicants who are presently residing outside India must submit valid proof of their being an Indian Citizen – such as copy of valid Indian Passport.
2) Only Post-Qualification Experience will be considered for the purpose of calculation of period of work experience.
3) In case of Ph.D candidates, experience will be counted from the date of successful defense of your Ph.D dissertation / thesis. It is mandatory for candidates possessing Ph.D qualification to mention the date of successful defense of Ph.D in their application. In case of candidates with Masters Degree, experience will be counted from the date of successful completion of your Masters degree.
4) The percentage of marks should be calculated after taking into account marks obtained in each subject studied in all semesters/ years including those of language or subsidiary papers.
5) Person with Disability will be considered against all posts.
6) Candidates applying for two or more posts will need to apply separately for each post with separate demand drafts and other supporting documents.
7) Candidates with higher qualifications, publications/ patents to credit at international levels, notable achievements at work, work experience in national/international laboratory may also apply.
8) Applicants must have consistent good academic record. Applicants having published work in national/international journals of repute should submit details with application.
9) Wherever CGPA/OGPA/DGPA or letter grade in a degree is awarded, its equivalent percentage of marks must be indicated in the application as per norm adopted by the University/Institute. A copy of such formula must be attached with the marksheet.
10) Candidates who have submitted their thesis and are awaiting defense of thesis or awaiting result as on 30.09.2014 will not be considered eligible.
11) Applicants presently employed in Govt. Deptt / PSUs / Autonomous Bodies will need to submit NOC from their current employer at the time of interview.
12) Applicants belonging to OBC category but coming in Creamy Layer will not be entitled to the benefit of reservation and should apply as general category candidate.
13) Minimum percentage of marks in the qualifying examination prescribed above is relaxed to 55% for SC/ST/PH category applicants.
14) Incomplete applications not supported by self attested copies of relevant documents in support of age, qualifications (Mark sheet/degrees), experience and caste certificate (in case of SC/ST/OBC/PH), not fulfilling the eligibility criteria or those received after the last date of receipt of applications shall not be considered and treated as “Rejected”.
15) In case any certificate/ testimonial has been issued in any other language other than English/ Hindi, the candidate must submit a self-certified translation copy of the same either in English or Hindi.
16) The age, qualification & experience for the above posts shall be reckoned as on 30.09.2014.
17) Outstation applicants called for interview will be reimbursed 2 tier AC Rail fare or actual Bus fare by the shortest route, provided the distance travelled is not less than 160 km on production of actual rail/Bus ticket from mailing address/place of present posting.
18) In case of candidates coming from overseas, reimbursement of fare will be limited to 2 tier AC Rail fare or actual Bus fare by the shortest route for inland travel from port of arrival.
19) The decision of the management in all matters relating to eligibility, acceptance or rejection of the application, mode of selection will be final and Management will not entertain any enquiry or correspondence in this regard.
20) IOCL reserves the right to not fill any of the above posts advertised at any stage of the selection process.
21) Canvassing of any kind shall disqualify the candidate.
The vacancies and reservation indicated above is tentative and may increase or decrease in the relevant categories at the absolute discretion of management and in compliance with Presidential Directives on reservation at the time of appointment.

LAST DATE OF RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: 05.12.2014

How to Apply:

1) Only those applicants who fulfill the eligibility criteria should submit typed/computer printed applications strictly in the prescribed format (attached) to Indian Oil Corporation Limited, R&D Centre, Post Box No. 720, Escorts Nagar Post Office, Faridabad-121007. Since the applications will be received through Post Box, DO NOT SEND THE APPLICATION THROUGH COURIER.

2) Please mention correct and active email-id/ contact number for various communications. Candidates must have an active email-id which must remain active for at least next one year. All communications with the candidates will take place through email only. IOCL will not be responsible for bouncing of any e-mail sent to the candidates.
3) General & OBC candidates are required to pay a non-refundable application fee of Rs. 300/- (Rupees three hundred only) as application fee drawn on State Bank of India, Faridabad (Code 10449) in favor of INDIAN OIL CORPORATION LTD., R&D CENTRE payable at Faridabad. SC/ST/ PH applicants are exempted from payment of application fee. Write name and address on the reverse of Demand Draft. MO / IPO or any other mode of payment or DD drawn on banks other than SBI will not be accepted.
4) Please write the post applied for at the top left-hand corner of the envelope.
5) Applications not receive within stipulated date or Application received without photograph / Demand Draft / attachments / proper documents will be rejected without any further communication.
6) The envelope with documents must reach the above Post Box latest by 05.12.2014.
7) The prescribed format for sending the application can be downloaded by clicking on the following link:

Download Application Form

Contact Person: Shri Pritish Vats
Employee Relations Officer (HRD)
IOCL R&D Centre,
Tel: 0129-2225691

While applying for a post in response to this advertisement, candidates must ensure that they fulfill the eligibility criteria and other norms for the said post and must ensure that all particulars filled by them in the application format are correct and complete in all respects. In case it is detected at any stage of the recruitment process that a candidate does not fulfill the eligibility criteria or has submitted false information or has suppressed any material fact(s) his / her candidature will automatically stand cancelled. If any of the above shortcomings are detected even after appointment, his / her services are liable to be terminated without any notice.

Court of jurisdiction for any dispute with reference to this recruitment advertisement will be at Faridabad, Haryana.

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