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There will be a walk-in interview on 15 May (Wednesday), 2013, at 2.00 PM for one position of Junior Research Fellow at Department of Zoology, NEHU, Shillong

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Dear BioTecNikans,

Its gives us immense pleasure to announce that many of our students have cracked GATE 2013 with top ranks, we wish all the students a grand success in their future endeavors. GATE exam was always a Puzzle among the Life Sciences graduates, lets hear the experience from our next topper with All India Rank 23 .

Name : Anjali Anil
Registration Number: BT 76682057
GATE Examination Paper : GATE Biotechnology ( BT )  

Score Card:

Interview with the Topper

What exactly was running in your mind after checking your results?
I felt extremely happy that I came within the first 50 ranks. My decision to repeat GATE after completing my B.Tech had proved correct and worthwhile.

So, now that you have cleared CSIR / GATE, What's your next plan? 
To join for M.TechBiotechnology in an IIT and pursue a career in research.

How did you equip yourself for the exam? 
1. Chose the correct Institution for coaching.
2. Attended the classes regularly.
3. Referred to the textbooks/notes suggested for respective subjects.
4. Attempted the weekly tests, mock tests and attended the question discussion hours conducted thereafter.
5. Frequently revised the learnt topics.
6. Very important points from the exam point of view was noted, highlighted and displayed on my table for quick reference.
7. Good sleep and stress free mind also helped me a lot.

There are plenty of students who are diverting their careers from life sciences thinking that there are no career opportunities in this field, what's your say on this? 
There are plenty of opportunities in the field of Life Sciences; provided you have the correct qualification. And to achieve that qualification, you need to have passion, commitment and a little bit of patience. The support of family and friends is an added important factor.

How do you think our aspirants have to prepare for Life sciences Stream? 
Good coaching, understanding the topics in depth, frequent revision and practising as many questions as possible are the key factors the aspirants have to emphasis on. Commitment and a stress free mind will also help you go a long way.

What is your feedback on Biotecnika’s Quality 
Excellent. It is true that “They do not simply teach us, they imbibe concepts deep within us”. They have an amazing faculty that provide apt guidance and support that helps students to succeed in the examinations and interviews in the field of Life Sciences.

I would refer it as my best learning experience till date...

Was Biotecnika Test/ Study material competent enough to help you solve all the paper? 
Yes. My GATE score is the result of referring to textbooks for every subject suggested by the faculty; plus Biotecnika’s Test and Study materials. I did not feel the need to refer to any other sources.

Any Tips/Tricks you’d like to give your friends preparing for CSIR / GATE? 
It’s not the hours of study, but the quality of study that matters. Proper coaching and guidance from a professional institution like Biotecnika is also necessary.

How did you find the Questions in our Biotecnika NETJRF / GATE e- Learner and AIMNET / AIIMGATE Test Series? 
The questions in the Study materials and Test Series of Biotecnika is designed in a pattern exactly similar to that of GATE and CSIR exams. Practising them helped a lot.

The question discussion hours need special mention. These sessions equipped us with the ability to handle difficult questions, analyse them and to arrive at the correct conclusion. I was surprised to find that some of the questions in GATE and CSIR exam were exactly same as given in Biotecnika’s Test Series.  

National Institute of Animal Biotechnology (NIAB) is an autonomous institute under the Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India, presently located on the campus of University of Hyderabad. The focus of NIAB is to promote translational science and capacity building in the area of Animal Biotechnology. The vision is to enhance knowledge on livestock production and health and translate the knowledge for developing a globally competitive livestock industry through innovative science and technology development. A key feature of NIAB is that it will function as an incubator for start-up companies and will also act as a national repository of biotech products and processes and promote bioentrepreneurship in the country.

Applications are invited for the posts of Project Fellows and Research Associates at National Institute of Animal Biotechnology.

• Post 1 : Project Fellows (Four)
• Fellowship :  Rs 16,000/- (NET-JRF/GATE) + 30% HRA p.m. OR Rs 12,000/- (Others) + 30% HRA p.m.
• Minimum qualification :M.Sc. or M.V.Sc. in Life Sciences/Biotechnology/molecular biology/ Biochemistry/Microbiology. Candidates with prior molecular biology research experience and having NET/GATE qualification will be preferred.

• Post 2 : Research Associates (Two)
• Fellowship : Rs 22,000-24,000/- (based on experience) + 30% HRA p.m.
• Minimum qualification : M.Sc. and Ph.D. in Life Sciences/Biotechnology/molecular biology/Biochemistry/Microbiology etc.

The selected candidates will be appointed purely on temporary basis, initially for a period of one year and extended after review. Number of vacancies may increase or decrease. Applications are to be filled online.

Deadline : 25.05.13

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Dear BioTecNIkans!

Download the IISc Ph.D Entrance Mock Paper 3 !!

As you all know that IISc Ph.D entrance examination is at this weekend, with hardly  two days left for the examination , now its high time to do your final practice on the questions asked in the examination.

BioTecNika has come up with the Mock Test paper series for the IISc entrance . The students who are aspiring to enter the reputed IISc campus for their Ph.D can download the Free mock paper and practice with the quality kind of questions asked in the exam. This will be the Final Mock Test paper to help with your preparation. Download Today and Practise for the exam.

Fill up the Form to download the third and final Mock Test paper 

Dear BioTecNikans!

Greetings, 

DBT has announced the rescheduled date of Examination for the DBTJRF . As we all know that last today due to the technical glitch the DBTJRF examination has been called off. Now the examination committee has announced the revised date of Examination. The happy news is that it doesnt clash with the IISc entrance exam this sunday. Check the Details below and download the New Hall Tickets. 

Government of India
Ministry of Science and Technology
Department of BiotechnologyDBT-JRF Program
Application form for the Biotechnology Eligibility Test - 2013 (BET)
Coordinated by NCCS

THE NEW DATE AND TIME FOR BET-2013 DBT-JRF EXAMINATION WILL BE 5th MAY 2013 FROM 10 AM to 12.30 PM. NEW HALL TICKETS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR DOWNLOAD ON SIFY WEBSITE ON 30th APRIL 2013. ALL THE STUDENTS ARE REQUESTED TO DOWNLOAD NEW HALL TICKET ON 30th APRIL 2013.

STUDENTS, WHO WISH TO HAVE THEIR CITY OF EXAM CHANGED SHOULD IMMEDIATELY SEND A REQUEST UP TO 5 PM OF 26th APRIL 2013 BY E-MAIL TO rajesh.balasubramanian@sifycorp.com WITH A COPY TO dbt_jrf@nccs.res.in NO REQUEST FOR CENTRE CHANGE WILL BE ENTERTAINED AFTER 26th APRIL 2013. RESULTS WILL BE DECLARED ON 10th MAY 2013.

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PhD Admissions-BT/BI/Pharm
Jaypee University of Information Technology

Applications are invited for the positions of Research Scholars in the Department of Biotechnology, Bioinformatics and Pharmaceutical Sciences. The research scholars will get an opportunity to work in the following areas under externally funded R&D projects worth Rs. 15.0 crores, including prestigious ones such as a DBT programme support under Centers of
Excellence & Innovation in Biotechnology, DBT RGYI, DST-FIST, etc. in addition to DRDO,
MoEF, ICMR funded. The Department has a unique distinction of running 12 DST FASTTRACK
projects. All research scholars will be registered in PhD under different programmes.

Broad Research Areas

1. Gene discovery, comparative genomics, and elucidation of metabolic pathways
2. Metabolic engineering of microbes and plants for high value products
3. Cancer biomarkers through differential proteomics and miRNAs
4. Pathogen diagnostics and vaccines
5. Medical genomics towards drug target discovery and personalized medicine
6. Computer-aided drug designing, computational genomics and metabolic networks
7. Medical informatics and biological data mining
8. Molecular modeling and drug leads
9. Nutraceutical beverages, functional foods and probiotics
10. Industrial enzymes, bioenergy technologies and bioremediation
11. Stem cells, cell lines and plant cell culture technologies
12. Phytopharmaceuticals discovery, synthesis, and modifications as anti-cancer and antimicrobials
13. Therapeutic Proteins/Peptides and protein engineering
14. Nanoparticles in drug formulations and delivery
15. Neuropharmacology

Desirable:NET/GATE qualified or 60% aggregate

Emoluments: Rs. 18,000/ month
Qualifications: M.Tech / M.Sc. in Life Sciences or Biotechnology or Bioinformatics or M.Pharm in any specialization 

Application procedure: Send CVs directly to rajinder.chauhan@juit.ac.in by May 10,
2013.
Entrance Test: The entrance test will be held at Waknaghat, Solan, HP on May 18, 2013
as per details at http://www.jiit.ac.in/admission/admission2012.php.

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Dr. Reddy's, As one of India"s leading pharmaceutical companies, our activities cover the entire value chain of the pharmaceutical industry. We have a track record of new markets, novel partnerships, strategic acquisitions, deep customer-centricity, and a sustained focus on building our distinctive capabilities.

• Name of the Post: Project Manager (operations)
• Key Responsibilities
  
  • Key integrator of projects and operations in the relevant space using project management principles and processes
  • Meeting management and also responsible for working with Functional Head and Project Leaders to drive agendas
  • Capturing minutes and follow up on action items with relevant people
  • Creating project plans and tracking timelines and risks to projects
  • Presentation of regular project updates for review by Operations Project Review forum and senior management to help make effective decisions
• Desired Skills/Competencies
  
  • Knowledge of MS Office suite and MS Project software tool
  • Strong inter-personal skills and able to work in a team
  • Must have good functional knowledge of the relevant space
  • Must be a quick learner and a good integrator of information
  • Must have worked and proven self in similar environment
  • Engineers/ scientists preferred but not a hard requirement if there is other relevant experience
• Operating Network: Interacting with all of Operations, Clinical, Development and Commercial functional groups.
• Education Qualification & Experience
  
  • BA (Life Sciences or Engineering)/ MTech / MBA.
  • Must have interest or experience in project management and must have worked actively in operations (manufacturing and or quality) space.
  • Candidate must have Pharma experience (small molecule or biopharma).
  • Must have cGMP experience

Candidates with Pharma Domain Knowledge can email their resume to talent@drreddys.com

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CSIR-CENTRAL DRUG RESEARCH INSTITUTE, LUCKNOW
Invites Applications for Ph.D. Programme of
Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR) August 2013 Session

The CSIR-CDRI, a premier research institute of the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), invites applications for Ph.D. Programme under Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR) from eligible candidates.

• Eligibility : Ph.D. (Science): M.Sc. / M.Pharm / M.S. (Pharm.) in Life sciences / Biotechnology / Organic Chemistry / Pharmaceutical sciences and qualified in CSIR-UGC-NET, ICMR, DBT examination for Junior Research Fellowship. The fellowship should be valid as on date of joining the institute (12th -13th August, 2013).
• How to Apply : Interested candidates who fulfil the eligibility criteria can apply online from April 18, 2013 at http://acsir.res.in. Online application will close on May 23, 2013. For more details about application and admission procedures, candidates are requested to visit the website http://acsir.res.in.
• Selection Process at CSIR-CDRI : All applications received through AcSIR will be screened at CSIR-CDRI by a committee and only those candidates who are found suitable will be called for a written test and/or interview/counselling at CSIR-CDRI, Lucknow. The committee will set their own criteria as per AcSIR guidelines for short listing the candidates. Candidates are advised to visit the AcSIR and CSIR-CDRI websites for dates of written test and/or interview. No TA will be paid by CSIR-CDRI and candidates will have to make their own arrangements for 2-3 days stay at Lucknow. The number of students to be selected will be decided by the committee at CSIR-CDRI.

Deadline : 23.05.13

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Walk-in-interview for one post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) for the project entitled “Mitochondrial and nuclear gene mutations/polymorphisms and their association with gastric cancer in Mizoram and West Bengal” funded by the Dept. of Biotechnology, Govt. of India under the guidance of Prof. Madhusudan Das, Department of Zoology, University of Calcutta.

• Post :Junior Research Fellow
• Qualifications : The candidate should have post Graduate degree in any branch of Life Sciences with 60% or above marks with NET qualification. NET– LS / GATE qualified candidates may also apply.
• Duration : 03 years
• Emoluments : Rs. 12,000/- (For NET- LS/GATE) / Rs. 16,000/- (For NET) + HRA/pm as per terms and conditions of DBT, Govt. of India.
• Venue of Interview : Room of Head, Department of Zoology, C.U. 35, Ballygunge Circular Road, Kolkata– 700019

Candidates are requested to bring two sets of Bio-data along with the attested copies of Mark sheets and Certificates at the time of interview.

Date of Interview : 3rd May, 2013 at 12 Noon

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ACTREC, Mumbai conducting Walk in Interview for a JRF position

• Position :Junior Research Fellow
• Title of Project : Hox genes in epithelial ovarian cancer heterogeneity
• Funding Agency : IRG A/C No.3033
• PI : Dr. Pritha Ray
• Duration of the Project : Till March 2014.
• Consolidated Salary : Rs. 14,000/- p.m.
• Minimum Qualifications and Experience :M.Sc. in Life Science/Biotechnology/Biomedical genetics/Zoology with minimum 60% marks. Six months experience in ELISA, IHC related techniques is preferred.

Candidates fulfilling above requirements should send their application by e-mail to the ‘program.office@actrec.gov.in’ in the format given below so as to reach on or before 6th May, 2013 up to 17.30 hrs. 

The interviews would be held on 7th May, 2013.  Only registered* candidates should report at 09.30 a.m. on 7th May, 2013 (in Steno Pool),  3rd floor, Khanolkar Shodhika, ACTREC, Kharghar, Navi Mumbai. Candidates reporting after 9.30 a.m. will not be allowed for the interview.  No T.A./D.A. will be admissible for attending the interview.

At the time of Interview the candidate should bring originals along with covering letter with statement of purpose and CV with contact details of 2 referees and submit the photocopies (attested) of the certificates, with a recent passport size photograph.

Date & Time : 7th May 2013, at 10.00 a.m.

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CSIR-INDIAN INSTITUTE OF CHEMICAL TECHNOLOGY
(Council of Scientific & Industrial Research)
Hyderabad 500 607
Application for Junior Research Fellow (JRF) and AcSIR Ph.D. Programme
CSIR-IICT-PhD– August 2013

CSIR-IICT invites applications from highly talented and research oriented candidates to join as Junior Research Fellow (JRF) to pursue AcSIR PhD Program at CSIR-IICT in the following areas, for the Academic Session starting from August 2013.

Research Area :

• Natural Products 
• Crop Protection Chemicals 
• Organic & Bimolecular Chemistry 
• Fluoroorganics 
• Lipids Science and Technology 
• Medicinal Chemistry & Pharmacology 
• Analytical Chemistry 
• Molecular Modelling 
• Polymers & Functional Materials 
• Inorganic & Physical Chemistry 
• Biology/ Chemical Biology 
• Bioengineering and Environmental Sciences 
• Chemical Engineering

Eligibility : Candidates must fulfil any one of the following eligibility criteria:
1. First class M.Sc. degree or equivalent in Chemistry/ Biology/ Allied sciences With 
i) a valid rank in CSIR/UGC-NETJRF Examination, OR 
ii) a valid DST INSPIRE/ICMR/ Fellowship.
Note : The candidates who have passed CSIR-UGC-NET examination, under the Lectureship category only are NOT eligible
2. First class BE/B.Tech in Chemical Engineering with a valid GATE score / CSIR-UGC-NET rank
Note : The candidates who have passed CSIR-UGC-NET examination, under the Lectureship category only are NOT eligible

AcSIR PhD Registration : All JRFs selected for the above Program shall be registered under the Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR) for pursing their PhD. Hence the candidates must necessarily submit on-line application to AcSIR at http://acsir.res.in on or before May 23, 2013

Fellowship : Candidates selected for the PhD Program at CSIR-IICT shall draw their fellowship and other allowances, contingency etc., as per their respective fellowship schemes.

Application procedure :
1. Candidates who fulfil the eligibility criteria may apply online for PhD Admission to CSIR- IICT at www.iictindia.org on or before May 23, 2013
2. In addition, the candidates MUST ALSO submit on-line applications for PhD registration in AcSIR at http://acsir.res.in on or before May 23, 2013

PLEASE MAIL A SOFT COPY OF THE RECEIPT/ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF AcSIR to phdatiict@gmail.com

Selection : Selection for admission to the Ph.D. Programme shall be on the basis of interview(s)/ Written Test to be conducted at CSIR-IICT for the short-listed candidates. The interviews are likely to be conducted on June 17 – 18, 2013. Please note that as per the applicable norms no TA/DA shall be paid to the candidates appearing for the interview/ Written Test.

Deadline : 23.05.13

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DuPont India is a subsidiary of US-based $27 billion E. I. du Pont de Nemours and Company, a 204-year young science and technology company and one of the oldest industrial enterprises in the world. Founded in 1802 in Wilmington, Delaware, USA, DuPont delivers science-based solutions for markets that make a difference in people's lives. Today we operate in more than 70 countries worldwide.

Designation : India Regulatory Entomology Lead
Job Description :

• Lead the group that is working to meet entomological aspects of Indian regulatory requirements for the approval of DuPont Pioneer biotech products.
• Accountable for entomology facilities, equipment and other resources relevant to the project. Ensures support resources are sufficient to meet research project goals and develops plans for alternative solutions.
• Adheres to the safety norms all the time, ensures sub-ordinates to follow and create a safe working place.
• Manage the insectary and plan, design and monitor rearing and artificial infestation of multiple insect species of important crops.
• Design protocols and review reports either generated in house or by collaborators of entomology field trials and greenhouse studies.
• Lead entomology evaluations such as efficacy and non target organism evaluations of all regulatory field trials and/or green house studies. 
• Manage baseline susceptible studies and contributes to designing and establishing insect resistance management strategy for the successful approval of insect resistant crops.
• Monitors and improves the efficiency of the entomology lab and field studies.
• Communicate and collaborate with the global and regional environmental safety assessment group, insect resistance management team, registration, and other regulatory science personnel to determine current and future data needs, provide progress updates, and coordinate several projects involving multiple crops and traits.
• May serve on cross functional teams.

Desired Profile :

• Provide examples of no more than two types of decisions routinely made on the job including the results/outcomes of those decisions.
• Ability to plan, execute and manage resources in the laboratory and field to meet the timelines.
• Take ownership and accountability.
• Ph.D. in life sciences/Agriculture/biological science with specialization on Entomology.
• Strong experience or knowledge in Biotechnology and India regulatory systems.
• Experience in entomology evaluation in field trials and laboratory assays is essential.
• Experience in managing a group of scientists and research associates is preferred.
• Strong communication and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Good networking skills
• Flexibility and willingness to stretch at times of necessity is desired.
• Ability to travel within India and abroad is required.

Location : Hyderabad

Qualification & Experience :

• Qualifications : Ph.D. in life sciences/Agriculture/biological science with specialization on Entomology with 8-12 years of relevant experience.
• Experience : 8 - 12 Years

Contact :
E I DuPont India Private Limited 
Reference : INF00001020
Email : DuPont.recruitment@ind.DuPont.com

Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research
CSIR-Central Salt & Marine Chemicals Research Institute
AcSIR Ph.D. Program, August 2013

CSIR-CSMCRI, Bhavnagar, a national laboratory of CSIR invites applications for Ph.D admission in Chemical and Biological sciences for August 2013 session. 

The main research areas include: 

• Speciality Inorganic and Nano Materials
• Catalysis & Adsorption, Salt & Marine Chemicals
• Coordination Chemistry 
• Analytical Chemistry
• Polymer & Membrane Sciences
• Renewable Energy
• Wasteland Research
• Marine Biotechnology
• molecular biology
• Stress Genomics & Proteomics
• Transgenics, Metagenomics, Extremophiles, Marine Macro/micro Algal Phylogenetics
• Taxonomy and Applied Phycology
• Cellular, Molecular and Developmental Biology 
• Environmental Sciences. 

The research work can be done on any topic consistent with the mandate of the Institute.

For other information, eligibility criterion online application submission, please visit http://acsir.res.in

Application should be submitted online latest by 23 May, 2013.

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