Job Title: Project Research Scientist-II (Non-Medical)
Reports to: Dr. Dilip Kumar
Location: Ashoka University
Experience (in years): First Class Post Graduate Degree, including the integrated PG degree, with three Years
Experience or PhD or
Second-Class Post Graduate Degree, including the integrated PG degree, with PhD and
three years Experience.
Nature of work: Full-Time
Remuneration: 67000 INR + 9% HRA
About Department/Centre: Trivedi School of Biosciences/Department of Biology, Ashoka University
Role and Responsibilities: Perform: Applications are invited for the ICMR-funded position of Project Research
Scientist-II (Non-Medical) in the Structural Virology lab (PI: Dr. Dilip Kumar) at Trivedi School of Biosciences,
Ashoka University. The multi-institutional CAR grant (IIT Delhi, THSTI, and Ashoka University) is focused on
developing affordable vaccine candidates against arboviruses.
Our lab works on various aspects of protein biology such
as cloning, expression, purification, and structural and functional characterization of viral proteins and complexes (cryoEM and X-ray crystallography). The Project Research Scientist position involves working closely with the principal
investigator (Dr. Dilip Kumar) on all these experiments, performing data analysis, and other routine lab tasks.
The fellow
would also be expected to keep up with the relevant literature, participate in group discussions, and regularly present
their work. The fellow could also aid in the preparation of manuscripts depending on the progress of the project. Keen
interest and motivation to address fundamental questions related to the project, the ability to handle multiple projects,
and the keeping of meticulous laboratory records are a must. Prior experience in protein biochemistry (expression,
purification, and characterization) is mandatory. Prior experience working on baculovirus, and mammalian
expression systems is desirable.
Eligibility: First Class Post Graduate Degree, including the integrated PG degree, with three Years Experience or
PhD or Second-Class Post Graduate Degree, including the integrated PG degree, with PhD and three years
Experience.
Education Qualification: Master’s or PhD in Biological sciences or related field
Skill Sets – Protein expression (bacterial and baculovirus expression system), purification, structural and
functional characterization.
Last Date for Application: July 10th
, 2023
Application Submission Process
Please submit an updated CV at connect.hr@ashoka.edu.in/dilip.kumar@ashoka.edu.in with the subject
line – .
Kindly ensure that the application includes the last compensation received, expected salary, and notice
period.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Candidates applying after the due date will not be considered.
Ashoka is an equal opportunities employer.
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