The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Kolkata is conducting a walk-in interview for the position of Project Associate-I in the Center for Marine Therapeutics (CMT). This project is funded by the Department of Pharmaceuticals and the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India. The role involves groundbreaking research in marine biodiscovery, focusing on novel microbes from coastal ocean environments with therapeutic potential.
The selected candidate will receive a monthly salary of Rs 31,000 plus HRA and must be under 35 years of age as of September 2, 2024, with age relaxation available for reserved categories. Applicants should hold a Master’s degree in Natural or Agricultural Sciences, MVSc, or a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Technology, or Medicine. Experience in field sampling in coastal oceans, biodiscovery of microbes, or analytical chemistry is highly desirable.
This temporary position is initially offered for one year, with potential extension based on performance. Interested candidates should attend the walk-in interview on September 2, 2024, at 10 AM at the IISER Kolkata, Salt Lake Campus.
Project Associate-I Job @ IISER Kolkata – Walk-in Interview
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Position | Project Associate-I |
| Number of Vacancy | 1 |
| Project Title | Center for Marine Therapeutics (CMT) |
| Funding Agencies | Department of Pharmaceuticals, Govt. of India & Department of Science and Technology, Govt. of India |
| Salary | Rs 31,000 + HRA per month (as applicable) |
| Age Limit | Must not be over 35 years as of 2nd September, 2024 (relaxation available for certain reserved categories as per Government of India rules). Relaxation in age, educational qualifications, or experience may be considered for exceptionally meritorious candidates. |
| Project Background | The CMT aims to discover novel microbes from coastal oceans and harness their potential for therapeutic purposes. The position will involve significant research and fieldwork in coastal ocean biotopes and possibly mangroves. |
| Qualifications | Master’s degree in Natural or Agricultural Sciences, MVSc, or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Technology, or Medicine from a recognized university. Experience in field sampling in coastal oceans or biodiscovery of microbes, and analytical chemistry is desirable. |
| Job Duration | Initially for one year, extendable based on performance. |
| Interview Details | Date: 2nd September, 2024; Time: 10 AM; Venue: IISER Kolkata, Salt Lake Campus, Kolkata-64. The address can be accessed here. |
| Contact for Further Information | Prof. Punyasloke Bhadury at pbhadury@iiserkol.ac.in |
Details of the Job
Walk-in interview for the position of Project Associate in a project to be undertaken in the Centre for Climate and Environmental Studies at IISER Kolkata.
Project Title: Center for Marine Therapeutics (CMT)
Funding Agencies: Department of Pharmaceuticals, Govt of India & Department of Science and Technology, Govt Of India
Temporary position: Project Associate-I
Number of vacancy: 1
Salary: Rs 31000 +HRA per month (as applicable)
Age Limit: Must not be over 35 years as on 2nd September, 2024 which can be relaxed for certain reserved categories as per rules of Government of India. Relaxation in age, educational qualifications or experience may be considered in case of exceptionally meritorious candidates.
Background of the project: The Centre for Marine Therapeutics (CMT) intends to undertake biodiscovery of novel microbes from coastal ocean and harness the potential of these microbes for potential therapeutics. The position will be initially for a period of one year. The position will be extended based on satisfactory performance of the candidate. For further details about the project please write to Prof. Punyasloke Bhadury at
pbhadury@iiserkol.ac.in
Qualifications: Master’s degree in Natural or Agricultural Sciences/MVSc or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology or Medicine from a recognized University or equivalent. Experience with conducting field sampling activities in coastal ocean biotopes or biodiscovery of microbes such as from mangroves would be welcome. Prior experience in analytical chemistry would be also welcome.
Walk-in interview: 2nd September, 2024.
Venue of interview: IISER Kolkata, Salt Lake Campus, Kolkata-64; Time:10 AM; Address to reach the venue can be accessed at: https://www.iiserkol.ac.in/web/en/contact-us/addressphone-no/#gsc.tab=0
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