Presidency University Walk-In-Interview For JRF Role – MSc Life Sciences Eligible
Advertisement Inviting Applications for Position of JRF in DST-SERB Funded Research Project at the Department Of Life Sciences Date: 30/06/2023
Applications are invited for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) in DST-SERB funded research project entitled “Investigating Role of Translationally Controlled Tumor Protein (TCTP) in Lymphoid Leukemogenesis and Reversion-Towards an alternative approach to the battle against Paediatric Leukaemia” at the laboratory of Dr. Sutapa Saha, Department of Life Sciences (Molecular Biology Section), Presidency University, Kolkata.
Name of the Post – Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
No. of Posts – 01
Title – “Investigating Role of Translationally Controlled Tumor Protein (TCTP) in Lymphoid Leukemogenesis and Reversion-Towards an alternative approach
to the battle against Paediatric Leukaemia”
Name of the PI – Dr. Sutapa Saha
Duration of project: Two years or duration of the project (subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funds)
Application process: The candidate must email the following documents to [email protected] latest by 6th July 2023-
- Updated CV with e-mail ID (preferably gmail), mobile number, date of birth, and details of qualifications i.e. examination passed, year, division, percentage of marks from Secondary onwards, research experience, publications, and latest passport size photograph.
- Scanned copies of B.Sc. & M.Sc. Mark sheets.
- NET/GATE score cards or qualification certificates.
Date and Venue of Interview: 10th July 2023, 11:00 am, offline at the Department of Life Sciences, Zoology & Molecular Biology section, Baker Building, Presidency University, 86/1, College Street, Kolkata-700073. The exact time of the interview will be communicated to candidates shortlisted from the list of applicants, by 7th July 2023.
Ph.D Enrollment: The selected candidate may be allowed to enrol for the Ph.D. program as per university rules and subject to satisfactory performance.
- All the terms & conditions for this recruitment will be as per the guidelines of the DST-SERB and Presidency University Kolkata.
- The above position is purely contractual and is for the duration of the project only. Selected candidates will not be entitled to claim any regular appointments/absorption in this institute.
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
- Candidates will not be entertained after said interview slot, except in case of any exigency the decision of the selection committee will be final and binding on the candidates.
- Canvassing in any form will disqualify the candidature.
For further details please contact:
- Dr. Sutapa Saha (PI) email: [email protected].
- Department of Life Sciences (Molecular Biology Section)
Eligibility Criteria:
- M.Sc or equivalent in any discipline of Life Sciences (Biochemistry/ Biotechnology/Microbiology/Molecular Biology/Genetics/Botany/Zoology/Physiology etc.) with at least 60% marks or equivalent CGPA (6.0).
- Candidates who have qualified CSIR-UGC NET (including LS) would be highly preferred for the position
Desirable Skills/ Qualities:
- Previous experience in mammalian cell/tissue culture.
- Previous experience in molecular biology/microscopy/recombinant DNA technology-related tools and techniques.
- Sound knowledge of MS Office and other basic computer operations.
- Competence in Scientific Communications.
- Commitment and Perseverance to excel in the field of research.
Amount of Fellowship: Rs.31,000/- plus 24% HRA