The ICGEB vision is Science for Development; to be the leading intergovernmental organisation for research, training and technology transfer in Life Sciences and Biotechnology. Our Mission is to combine scientific research with capacity enhancement to promote sustainable global development.
Post : Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Investigator : Amit Sharma
Fellowship and Duration : Fellowship as per the norms of funding agencies. Initially, the positions are available for three months and can be further extended based on the performance of the candidates. The selected candidate will be employed by ICGEB and will be posted in Thiruvananthapuram.
Educational Qualifications and Job Descriptions :
M.Sc. in Life Sciences / Microbiology / Biotechnology / Molecular Biology / Medical Laboratory Technology or related fields.
Experience in clinical sample handling, molecular biology, or infectious disease research is desirable.
Key responsibilities :
1. Coordinating with clinicians and hospital laboratories at sentinel sites
2. Receiving blood samples collected by authorized clinical staff and ensuring proper documentation
3. Verifying labelling, coding, and maintaining accurate sample records
4. Processing (as required), aliquoting, and temporary storage of samples following biosafety guidelines
5. Maintaining cold-chain logistics and arranging safe transport of samples to ICGEB, New Delhi
6. Maintaining project documentation and data records
7. Assisting with laboratory procedures at ICGEB, New Delhi, if required
8. Travel within and around Thiruvananthapuram is required.
Desirable Skills : The candidate should have strong organizational and coordination skills, familiarity with biosafety and biomedical waste management, and experience in infectious disease or public health research. Knowledge of Malayalam language is mandatory.
Working station : Sree Avittom Thirunal Hospital (SAT Hospital) and Government Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, and associated sentinel sites.
How to apply : Apply with a CV (not more than 3 pages, elaborating your research experience in detail), contact details of three academic referees (name, affiliation, e-mail and phone numbers), and a cover letter (one page) at virus.research.group@gmail.com.
Note : Candidates must meet the required experience criteria to apply. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted via email with further interview details. Those lacking the essential qualifications will not be considered.
Mode of interview : Online and Offline.
Last Date to Apply : Open till the positions are filled.
Junior Research Fellow : Apply here
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