– Research Associate: Assisting with research activities including data collection, analysis, and reporting. – Senior Research Fellow: Leading research projects with independent research and publication responsibilities.
Eligibility:
– Master’s degree in relevant field (Agriculture, Plant Sciences, Biotechnology, etc.) for Research Associates. – Ph.D. in relevant field for Senior Research Fellows. – Specific experience requirements vary depending on the project.
Salary:
Not specified in the information available.
Application Process:
Applications were required to be submitted to the Asstt. Admn. Officer through a prescribed proforma, but the deadline has passed.
Interview:
In-person interviews were held on January 29 and 31, 2024.
Doctoral Degree in Biotechnology/Plant Molecular Biology/Plant Biochemistry/Genetics and Plant Breeding/Molecular Breeding/Life Sciences/Bioinformatics from a recognized Institute/University.
For Master’s degree holders: Master’s degree in the relevant subject (as mentioned above) with a 4/5 years Bachelor’s degree, having 1st division or 60% marks or equivalent overall grade point average.
At least three years of research experience demonstrated through Fellowship/Associate ship/Training/other engagements, along with one research paper in Science Citation Index (SCI)/NAAS rated (24.0) Journal.
Desirable Qualifications:
Experience in genome editing/genetic transformation of plants.
Experience in gene cloning and expression analysis.
Experience in structural & functional genomics.
Experience in plant tissue culture/Protoplast isolation and handling.
Master Degree in Biotechnology/Plant Molecular Biology/Plant Biochemistry/Genetics and Plant Breeding/Molecular Breeding/Life Sciences/Bioinformatics from a recognized Institute/University with a 4/5 years Bachelor’s Degree.
Candidates with a Post-graduate degree in Basic Sciences, a 3-year Bachelor’s degree, and a 2-year Master’s degree should have NET qualifications and 2 years of research experience as per ICAR and DST guidelines.
Desirable Qualifications:
Experience in genome editing/genetic transformation of plants.
Experience in gene cloning and expression analysis.
Experience in structural & functional genomics.
Experience in plant tissue culture/Protoplast isolation and handling.
Interested and eligible candidates can download the application form from the Institute’s website (https://cpri.icar.gov.in). The completed application, along with all necessary documents (self-attested copies of educational qualifications from 10th grade onwards, relevant experience, publications, and residential & identity proof such as Aadhar Card), should be submitted to the Assistant Administrative Officer (Establishment), ICAR-CPRI, Shimla, either by post or in-person. Alternatively, applications can be sent to the email ID estt.cpri@icar.gov.in by January 24, 2024.
Please note that applications without the required certificates or degrees (Provisional/Original) will not be considered. Candidates appearing for the interview must bring all original certificates, and only those meeting the essential qualifications mentioned in the advertisement will be interviewed. The Director, CPRI Shimla, reserves the right to fill the post or cancel the interview without providing any reasons. The Institute is located at Bemloe, approximately 2 km from the Main Bus stand (Old), 3 km from the Railway Station, and about 5 km from ISBT (Tutikandi), Shimla. No TA/DA will be provided by the Institute to candidates.
