Biotechnology

Nirma University, Ahmedabad has been established in the year 2003 as a statutory university under the Gujarat State Act by the initiative of the Nirma Education & Research Foundation (NERF). The University is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) under section 2(f) of the UGC Act. The achievement of 'A' grade by NAAC by National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) in November, 2015 once again manifests that the University is committed to quality teaching-learning and research and is accomplishing the promise by making it the first private university of Gujarat to achieve such honour. Nirma University is a member of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) and the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU). The University has SIRO (Scientific and Industrial Research Organization) recognition from DSIR, Department of Science and Technology, Government of India. Dr. Karsanbhai K. Patel, Chairman, Nirma Group of Companies and Chairman, NERF is the President of the University. Nirma University consists of Faculty of Engineering and Technology, Faculty of Management, Faculty of Pharmacy, Faculty of Science, Faculty of Doctoral Studies & Research, Faculty of Law, Faculty of Architecture and Planning, Faculty of Commerce and Department of Design. The graduate, post graduate and doctoral level programmes offered by these faculties are rated high by industry, business magazines and students. Innovation, excellence and quality are the driving forces on the campus and this has translated the vision of these institutions into a reality over a short period of time. The 125-acre sprawling green campus with serene picturesque landscape provides refreshing environment for intellectual and creative activities. Today the campus vibrates with not only world class curricular activities but also with myriad events like international conventions symposia, conferences, student competitions, conclaves, short-term industry relevant programs, cultural activities, etc.

The Centre has taken up research on scientific validation of Herbal and Traditional Medicine, through studies in phytochemistry, efficacy, safety, mode of action and clinical evaluation of herb, its ingredients and traditional formulations, as the thrust area. NITM (formerly known as RMRC) is also involved in studies on prevalence of various diseases at regional level, and lending active support to the State health authorities in investigation of outbreaks, laboratory confirmations, as well as providing infrastructural support and expertise in the relevant fields of interest. Furthermore, NITM (formerly known as RMRC) Belagavi is serving as a nodal Centre for execution of various Task Force projects and Schemes of the ICMR and DHR.

National Institute for Research in Reproductive Health (NIRRH), formerly known as Institute for Research in Reproduction is a premier research institute of the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR). It is situated in the vicinity of a number of hospitals and research institutes in central Mumbai. Since its inception in 1970, it has been making vigorous efforts to improve the reproductive health of people through research, education and health care services. The Institute is affiliated to the University of Mumbai which awards degrees to the M.Sc. and Ph.D students in the areas of Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Biochemistry and Applied Biology.

Applications are invited through Walk-in-Interview on 15.09.2017 between 09:00 hrs. to 11:00 hrs. for the following vacancies under Non-Institutional ad-hoc project entitled “Search for a molecular marker capable of predicting ovarian response to FSH treatment in Indian Women” ICMR.

Post : Research Associate

Defence Research Laboratory (DRL), Tezpur, under the aegis of Defence Research and development Organisation (DRDO) is engaged in R & D work in the field of management of vectors and vector-borne diseases, biodegradation of organic waste, biotechnology, water quality improvement and utilization of natural resources of northeast India. DRL is equipped with state-of-the-art infrastructure facilities for undertaking pioneering research with defence applications. It provides with excellent environment, motivation and personality development prospects for the talented students, dreaming of unparalleled success in their professional endeavors.

Post : Junior Research Fellow

Assam University came into existence through Assam (Central) University Act, 1989 (Act. No. XIII). It was  established in 1994, since then the University is steadily becoming an excellent centre of learning. The campus, situated in Dargakona, about 20 kms from  Silchar, is set amid sprawling hillocks, a typical landscape in the  North East. The campus  in an area of  600 acres surrounded by lakes and mountains provides  an ideal environment for academic pursuit.

Applicants are invited to appear in a walk-in-interview for two (2) posts of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) and two (2) Studentships in the DBT funded research project entitled “Investigations into the potential of activating the AMP-activated kinase (AMPK) for amelioration of betel-nut induced carcinogenesis”.

Assam University came into existence through Assam (Central) University Act, 1989 (Act. No. XIII). It was  established in 1994, since then the University is steadily becoming an excellent centre of learning. The campus, situated in Dargakona, about 20 kms from  Silchar, is set amid sprawling hillocks, a typical landscape in the  North East. The campus  in an area of  600 acres surrounded by lakes and mountains provides  an ideal environment for academic pursuit.

Eligible candidates are invited for walkin interview for the post of one Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position to work in SERB-DST funded project on contractual basis as per details given below:

Institute of Life Sciences (ILS), Bhubaneswar, an autonomous institute of the Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India invites applications from Indian Nationals to join in the following position.

Post : Research Associate (01 No) in Malaria Parasite Biology

The National Institute of Biologicals, an autonomous Institute under the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, is a premier Scientific Organization and a Centre of Excellence to ensure quality of vaccines and biologicals in the country.

Applications are invited for following posts on contract basis at NIB, NOIDA

Biocon is a research-driven, global healthcare company with a strong matrix of capabilities along the biopharmaceutical value chain. Focusing on unmet medical needs in cancer, diabetes and inflammatory diseases, it offers novel therapies on a platform of affordable innovation.
Biocon together with group companies employs more than 2500 employees with approxmimately Rs 1,000 crore turnover and is expected to grow further during the current financial year.

Post : Executive/ Sr. Executive