New Delhi-110067
Applications are invited from suitable candidates for filling up the purely temporary positions of two Senior
Research Fellow (SRF) in the SERB Project entitled “Understanding genetic and molecular intricacies of high
ambient temperature-regulated leaf size”, and NIPGR Short Term Research Fellowship Scheme of Dr. Aashish
Ranjan, Scientist, NIPGR.
Senior Research Fellow (two posts):
Emoluments as per DST/DBT norms & as sanctioned in the
project.
Qualification: Candidates selected through National Eligibility Tests as mentioned in the DST Office
Memorandum number SR/S9/Z-08/2018 dated January 30, 2019, and having Master’s degree in Life
Sciences/Biochemistry/Biotechnology/Microbiology with at least 60 % (or equivalent) marks with at least two
years post-Master’s research experience in Molecular Biology Laboratory are eligible to apply. Strong basic
understanding of genetics, molecular biology and plant physiology is required. Prior work experience in tissue
culture, CRISPR-mediated gene editing, transcriptomics, plant developmental biology, and/or environmental
signaling is desirable.
The above positions are completely on temporary basis and co-terminus with the project. The fellowship amount
for the above positions are as sanctioned in the project/scheme. The initial appointment will be for one year or
till the tenability of the project whichever is earlier and the same can be curtailed/extended on the basis of
assessment of the candidate's performance and discretion of the Competent Authority. NIPGR reserves the
right to select the candidate against the above post depending upon the qualification and experience of the
candidate. Reservation of posts shall be as per Govt. of India norms. The appointment may be terminated any
time by giving one month notice by either side. The applicants will have no claim implicit or explicit for
consideration against any regular position of NIPGR.
Eligible candidates may apply by sending soft copy through e-mail in the given format with a cover letter showing
interest The soft copy of the self- attested copies of the mark-sheets, certificates, (10th standard onwards) and
proof of research experience/publications should be attached with the application.
A single pdf file, consisting
of application from cover letter, and all documents, must be sent to aranjan@nipgr.ac.in within 15 days
from the date of advertisement. Canvassing in any form or bringing influence, political or otherwise,
will lead to disqualification of the candidate(s).
Note: ONLY soft copy of the application in the given format will be accepted.
No TA/DA will be paid for
attending online interview.
For any clarification candidates may contact Scientist in charge through e-mail only.
Dr. Aashish Ranjan
Staff Scientist
National Institute of Plant Genome Research
Aruna Asaf Ali Marg, New Delhi-110 067
Email: aranjan@nipgr.ac.in
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