Vacancy for Research Scientist at Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology
The Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology (RGCB) is a growing phenomenon. Located in Thiruvananthapuram, the capital city of Kerala, RGCB began in 1990 amongst humble surroundings as a small charitable society called the Centre for Development of Education, Science and Technology (C-DEST). In 1991, recognizing its potential, the C-DEST was made a Grant-in-Aid institute of the Government of Kerala and renamed as Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Development of Education, Science and Technology (RGC-DEST), becoming the first institute in the country to be named after Sri Rajiv Gandhi, former Prime Minster of India. On April 18, 1994 the Government of Kerala took a landmark decision to restructure the institute into a comprehensive biotechnology center and thus was created the Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology.
Post : Project Research Scientist II (Non-Medical)
Applications are invited from suitable candidates (Indian Citizens) for one position of Project Research Scientist II (Non-Medical) in the ICMR funded project “Creation of a national network of existing and upcoming high risk pathogen laboratories (BSL-3/4) across departments and keeping their interlinkages” in the Biosafety Level -3 (BSL3) laboratory at the Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology (RGCB), Akkulam Campus, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.
Essential Qualifications : First Class Post-Graduate Degree in Life Sciences with PhD, in Molecular Biology, Microbiology or Infectious Disease Biology.
Desirable Qualifications : 2 years research experience after completion of PhD, in areas related to microbial cell culture (BSL2+), assay development or molecular biology, prior experience in field sample collection, processing, documentation and record keeping would be an advantage.
Age : Below 35 years as on May 14, 2024. Age relaxation will be given as per Govt. of India norms.
Duration : Initially for a period of one year and extendable based on the performance evaluation on a yearly basis.
Emolument : Rs. 67,000/- + 18% HRA per month.
Selection Process
1. Applications should be submitted online.
2. Candidates who are currently working in Government firms should send applications through proper channel.
3. Last date for receiving completed applications is May 14, 2024
4. If a candidate wishes to apply for different positions, separate applications should be submitted for each position. Selection to the position will not entitle the candidate to any future positions at RGCB (permanent or otherwise). As with all project positions at RGCB, the position will be co terminus with end of the project
Applications which are not in the prescribed format will summarily be rejected.
Only those fulfilling the above criteria need apply. Applicants will be short listed for the ONLINE selection interview based on eligibility criteria. Selection of suitable candidates will be made based on qualifications and performance in the selection interview.
Last date for receiving completed applications is May 14, 2024
