NABI Jobs Opportunities: The National Agri-Food Biotechnology Institute (NABI) invites applications for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) to work on an exciting project titled “Translating TRPM8-mediated pharmacological cold mimicking into obesity prevention and therapeutics.” Under the guidance of Dr. Mahendra Bishnoi, Scientist-E, this project is funded by the NABI core grant from the Department of Biotechnology.
The selected candidate will contribute to groundbreaking research focused on the role of sympathetic innervations and somatosensory pathways in menthol-induced pharmacological cold mimicking, with a view towards developing obesity prevention strategies.
NABI Jobs Opportunities Junior Research Fellow
| Job Profile | Details |
|---|---|
| Position | Junior Research Fellow (One position) |
| Project Title | Translating TRPM8-mediated pharmacological cold mimicking into obesity prevention and therapeutics (NABI core) |
| Principal Investigator | Dr. Mahendra Bishnoi, Scientist-E |
| Sponsoring Agency | NABI core grant (Department of Biotechnology) |
| Essential Qualifications | 1. Post Graduate Degree in Basic Science OR Graduate/Post Graduate Degree in professional course selected through a process described through any one of the following: – a. Scholars selected through National Eligibility Tests-CSIR-UGC-NET including Lectureship (Assistant Professorship), GATE, and GPAT b. Selection process through National Level examinations conducted by central government departments and their agencies and institutions (e.g., DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MHRD, ICAR, ICMR, IIT, IISc, IISER) |
| Desired Experience | Experience in working with rodents, especially mice (injection and surgical techniques, primary cell culture techniques, real-time RT-PCR, western blotting, immunohistochemistry). Strong knowledge of basic neuroscience and metabolism research. Knowledge of formulation development and characterization. Basic understanding of data analysis tools like Graphpad Prism and other bioinformatics tools. |
| Responsibilities | Work closely with the PI on the project, manage day-to-day activities, design experiments, analyze data, write manuscripts, and prepare progress reports. |
| Emoluments | Rs. 31,000/- per month plus HRA (As per DST OM No.SR/S9/Z08/2018 dated 30.01.2019) |
| Duration | Appointment is co-terminus with the project. |
| Age Limit | 28 Years (Relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PD as per GOI Instructions) |
| Contact Details | Dr. Mahendra Bishnoi, Scientist E Email: mbishnoi@nabi.res.in Contact no. +91 172 522 1261 |
NABI Jobs Opportunities Junior Research Fellow
The National Agri-Food Biotechnology Institute (NABI) is seeking a Junior Research Fellow (JRF) to join a pioneering research project titled “In-vitro and in-vivo functional evaluation of nutritionally rich bio-fortified varieties” under the ICAR-CRP Biofortification program.
Led by Dr. Mahendra Bishnoi, Scientist-E, this project aims to explore the role of TRPA1 in gut hormone release and its implications for preventing ghrelin resistance. This position offers an excellent opportunity for candidates with a strong background in cell line work, bioavailability assays, and an interest in biofortification research.
| Job Profile | Details |
|---|---|
| Position | Junior Research Fellow (One position) |
| Project Title | In-vitro and in-vivo functional evaluation of nutritionally rich bio-fortified varieties (ICAR-CRP Biofortification) (GAP 73) |
| Principal Investigator | Dr. Mahendra Bishnoi, Scientist-E |
| Sponsoring Agency | ICAR-CRP program on bio-fortification |
| Essential Qualifications | 1. Post Graduate Degree in Basic Science OR Graduate/Post Graduate Degree in professional course selected through a process described through any one of the following: – a. Scholars selected through National Eligibility Tests-CSIR-UGC-NET including Lectureship (Assistant Professorship), GATE, and GPAT b. Selection process through National Level examinations conducted by central government departments and their agencies and institutions (e.g., DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MHRD, ICAR, ICMR, IIT, IISc, IISER) |
| Desired Experience | Experience in working with cell lines for bioavailability and related assays. Understanding of iron and zinc homeostasis in humans and rodents, with a focus on biomarkers associated with their deficiency. Knowledge of data analysis tools like R, Graphpad Prism, and other bioinformatics tools. |
| Responsibilities | Collaborate closely with the PI to investigate the role of TRPA1 on gut hormone release via enteroendocrine cells in the stomach and colon. The candidate will connect these findings to the development of ghrelin resistance and its prevention. Responsibilities also include managing day-to-day project activities, designing experiments, analyzing data, writing manuscripts, and preparing progress reports. |
| Emoluments | Rs. 35,000/- per month (As per DST OM No.SR/S9/Z08/2018 dated 30.01.2019) |
| Duration | Appointment is co-terminus with the project. |
| Age Limit | 28 Years (Relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PD as per GOI Instructions) |
| Contact Details | Dr. Mahendra Bishnoi, Scientist E Email: mbishnoi@nabi.res.in Contact no. +91 172 522 1261 |
NABI Jobs Opportunities: Project Assistant
The National Agri-Food Biotechnology Institute (NABI) is offering an opportunity for a Project Assistant position in a cutting-edge research project titled “Microbiome data mining to discover novel patterns.” Under the leadership of Dr. Shrikant Mantri, Scientist-F, this project aims to uncover new patterns within microbiome data through advanced bioinformatics analyses.
This role is ideal for candidates with a strong background in bioinformatics, biotechnology, or related fields, who are eager to contribute to innovative multi-omics big-data mining research.
| Job Profile | Details |
|---|---|
| Position | Project Assistant (01 position) |
| Project Title | Microbiome data mining to discover novel patterns |
| Principal Investigator | Dr. Shrikant Mantri, Scientist-F |
| Duration | The appointment is initially for one year or until the termination of the project, whichever is earlier. Continuation for the next year is based on progress report submission and further assessment. The appointment is co-terminus with the project and dependent on funding availability. |
| Essential Qualification | M.Sc in Bioinformatics/Biotechnology/Microbiology/Life Sciences or B.Tech in Biochemistry/Biotechnology with a minimum of 55% marks. |
| Desirable Experience | Experience and interests in bioinformatics analyses, with a focus on multi-omics big-data mining. Proficiency with Linux/Unix command line and basic programming skills. |
| Emoluments | Rs. 20,000/- per month plus HRA as per project. |
| Age Limit | 28 years (Relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PD and women candidates as per GOI instructions) |
| Contact Details | Dr. Shrikant Mantri, Scientist-F Email: shrikant@nabi.res.in Contact no: +91 172 522 1180 |
Project Associate II: NABI Jobs Opportunities
The National Agri-Food Biotechnology Institute (NABI) is seeking applications for the position of Project Associate II for a six-month term, extending until February 15, 2025. Under the guidance of Dr. Charanpreet Kaur, Scientist-D, the role focuses on advanced research in molecular biology, microbiology, and plant physiology.
Ideal candidates will have a postgraduate degree in a relevant field, with at least two years of research experience and proficiency in techniques such as cloning, protein purification, and CRISPR/Cas system-mediated transformation. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in the field of life sciences.
| Job Profile | Details |
|---|---|
| Position | Project Associate II |
| Duration | Six months (Till 15 February 2025) |
| Essential Qualification | Postgraduate degree in Basic Science or Graduate/Postgraduate in Botany/Microbiology/Agriculture/Bioinformatics/Biotechnology/Biochemistry or related Life Sciences fields. Selected via one of the following processes: – a. National Eligibility Tests-CSIR UGC NET including Lectureship (Assistant Professorship) and GATE. b. National level examinations conducted by central government departments and their agencies and institutions (e.g., DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MHRD, ICAR, ICMR, IIT, IISc, IISER). |
| Desirable Qualifications | Experience in techniques such as cloning, protein purification, yeast-two hybrid, and CRISPR/Cas system-mediated rice transformation. Research experience in molecular biology, microbiology, and plant physiology is preferred. |
| Experience | Minimum of two years of research experience is essential. |
| Age Limit | 35 years |
| Emoluments | Rs. 35,000/- per month plus HRA as per project |
| Contact Details | Dr. Charanpreet Kaur, Scientist-D Email: charanpreet.k@nabi.res.in Contact no: +91 172 522 1248 |
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