Recruitment for Ph.D, M.Pharm, M.Sc to work as Research Associate at IIT

Nestled in the Sivalik Range of the Himalayas, away from the bustle of the metropolis, a new abode of learning has germinated. A few hours before the Himalayan resort Kullu in Himachal Pradesh, IIT Mandi has been established with the vision to be a leader in science and technology education, knowledge creation and innovation, in an India marching towards a just, inclusive and sustainable society.

Post : Senior Project Scientist (Research Associate-III)

[adsense:336x280:8701650588]

Project Title: Cellulosic waste to high value products by integrating microbial bioprocessing and pyrolysis techniques

Eligibility: Ph.D in relevant subject (Biosciences, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering etc) or candidates having 3 years of research, teaching and design and development experience after MVSc / M.Pharm / ME / M.Tech with at least one research paper in Science Citation lndexed (SCl) journal

Salary: Maximum of 40,000/- + 10% HRA. The salary may vary depending on Qualification and Experience as per DBT guidelines.

Duration: 12-15 months. The selected candidate will need to join the project immediately

Essential
• Relevant qualifications and experience as per eligibility stated above
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Willingness to learn new techniques
• Confidence to handle microorganisms

Desirable
• Knowledge and Experience in one or more areas - Microbial/cellular bioprocessing, Metabolic engineering, Metabolic Flux Analysis, Practical expertise in LC-MS, GC-MS, NMR in relation to metabolite analysis
• Previous experience of working with Bioreactors and industrial microorganisms (Bacteria/Fungi/Algae etc) is an added advantage
• Decent publication record in relevant area

Principal Investigator: Dr Shyam K. Masakapalli, Metabolic Systems Biology Lab, BioX Center, School of Basic Sciences, IIT Mandi.

Walk-in-interview: 23rd April 2018.

Report at BioX Center, IIT Mandi, Kamand.

No TA/DA is provided to attend the interview. Potential candidates are advised to send their detailed CV to PI (shyam@iitmandi.ac.in) along with a covering letter for the RA position before the interview date.