NIAB, an autonomous institute under the aegis of Department of Biotechnology, Government of India, is aimed to harness novel and emerging biotechnologies and create knowledge in the cutting edge areas for improving animal health and productivity. The Institute’s research focus is on animal genetics and genomics, transgenic technology, reproductive technology, infectious diseases, nutritional enrichment, and Bioinformatics. The Institute aims at translational research leading to genetic enhancement of Indian Livestock species and development of novel vaccines, diagnostics and improved therapeutic molecules for farm animals. The Institute plans to promote bio entrepreneurship by providing supportive and stimulating academic and creative environment for commercial tenants involved in the development of farm animal based products and services.
NIAB is looking for distinguished Scientists and visionary academic leaders with outstanding record of research accomplishments to establish strong centers of research to address the problems of livestock. Effective interpersonal and leadership skills and the ability and commitment to work effectively with colleagues as part of inter-disciplinary team are required. NIAB is looking for dedicated and committed Scientists who believe in institution building and have a passion for academic excellence and quality research for filling FOUR
positions in the following priority areas:
Position : Scientist-C to Scientist-G
Scientist – G
- Pay Band + Grade Pay: Rs. 37,400 – 67,000 + 10,000 G.P
- Essential Qualifications: Ph.D. in a relevant area from a recognized University with 10 years of R&D experience with original work as evidenced by patents or publications in top ranked peer-reviewed journals; strong potential for securing and sustaining independent and collaborative extramural funding.
- Age: 50 Years
Scientist – F
- Pay Band + Grade Pay: Rs. 37,400 – 67,000 + 8,900 G.P
- Essential Qualifications: Ph.D. in a relevant area from a recognized University with 7 years of R&D experience with original work as evidenced by patents or publications in top ranked peer-reviewed journals; strong potential for securing and sustaining independent and collaborative extramural funding.
- Age: 50 Years
Scientist – E
- Pay Band + Grade Pay: Rs. 37,400 – 67,000 + 8,700 G.P
- Essential Qualifications: Ph.D. in a relevant area from a recognized University with 5 years of R&D experience with original work as evidenced by patents or publications in top ranked peer-reviewed journals; strong potential for securing and sustaining independent and collaborative extramural funding.
- Age: 45 Years
Scientist – D
- Pay Band + Grade Pay: Rs. 15,600 – 39,100 + 7,600 G.P
- Essential Qualifications: Ph.D. in a relevant area from a recognized University with 2 years of R&D experience with original work as evidenced by patents or publications in top ranked peer-reviewed journals; strong potential for securing and sustaining independent
and collaborative extramural funding.
- Age: 40 Years
Scientist – C
- Pay Band + Grade Pay : Rs. 15,600 – 39,100 + 6,600 G.P
- Essential Qualifications : Ph.D. in a relevant area from a recognized University with original work as evidenced by patents or publications in top ranked peer-reviewed journals; strong potential for securing and sustaining independent and collaborative extramural funding.
- Age: 35 Years
Streams : ANIMAL GENETICS & GENOMICS:
- Responsibilities : The selected candidate is expected to teach Genetics (Quantitative & Population Genetics) and Genomics at PG level, administer the program and undertake cutting edge research in quantitative and population genetics aimed at genetic improvement of livestock using modern tools of genomics. In addition candidate is expected to attract external funding to establish and lead research programs in the area of genetic improvement of farm animals.
- Required Skills : Ph. D in Quantitative/ Population Genetics/ Animal Breeding or related discipline; outstanding contribution to research; a proven track record of scholarly research and publications of international quality in top-ranked peer-reviewed journals, especially in relation to Genetics of Livestock species; expertise and capacity to teach graduate students in specialist courses covering major aspects of quantitative genetics and/or population genetics/ Animal Breeding. Experience of supervising doctoral students will be an advantage.
Streams : REPRODUCTIVE BIOLOGY & Biotechnology:
- Responsibilities : The selected candidate is expected to establish a strong research programme in livestock reproduction/ developmental biology. The candidate is expected to undertake cutting edge research to address reproductive problems in livestock by employing a combination of traditional and modern biological approaches to create new knowledge and develop novel diagnostics and therapeutic tools for infertility in livestock. In addition to his or her own research programme he/she will be expected to provide support to research projects at NIAB aimed at creation of transgenic livestock.
- Required Skills : Ph.D in Veterinary sciences / Animal Sciences / Modern Biology / Livestock Reproduction or in a related area with demonstrated excellence in research and publications of international quality in top-ranked peer-reviewed journals; strong potential for
securing independent and collaborative extramural funding. Experience of supervising doctoral students will be an advantage.
Streams : Bioinformatics:
- Responsibilities: The selected candidate is expected to lead the Bioinformatics team and work in an interdisciplinary environment with focus on the development and application of computational tools to problems of livestock industry; including genomics, NGS data analysis, proteomics, transcriptomics and metabolomics data to understand biological processes in close collaboration with experimental scientists. As a leader of the team, he is expected to train and mentor the members for NGS data analysis and bio-computing software development. In addition he is expected to participate in teaching relevant courses for Masters Students.
- Required skills: The candidate should have Ph. D in a related discipline with publications of international quality in top-ranked peer-reviewed journals; Experience in high performance computing, analyzing/ processing next-generation sequencing data for Whole Genome Assembly, Transcriptome assembly, PAVs, CNVs, SNPs, RNAseq, CHIPseq. Strong experience in writing computer programs in at least one widely used language (e.g., Python, C++, and R) will be desirable: molecular modeling and design and pathway networking analysis. Experience of supervising doctoral students will be an advantage.
Streams : Infectious Diseases:
- Responsibilities: The selected candidate is expected to establish a strong centre of research in Infectious Diseases to understand the mechanisms involved in host – pathogen interactions and identify novel targets for development of diagnostics, vaccines and therapeutic molecules for viral/bacterial/fungal/parasitic diseases of livestock. The candidate is expected to develop collaborative research programmes with Scientists working in other disciplines.
- Required Skills: The candidate should have Ph.D and post – doctoral research experience in infectious diseases of livestock or in a related area. The candidate should have been successful in securing external funding and track record of outstanding publications in top-ranked peer-reviewed journals, especially in the field of translational immunology.
This computer generated application form (print-out) duly
accompanied by self-attested copies of the certificates, mark sheets, testimonials in support of age, educational qualifications, experience, reprints of publications and caste certificate (if applicable) along with Demand Draft for Rs.500/-, if applicable, should be sent in an envelope super-scribing “APPLICATON FOR THE POST OF_______________” by post to the Senior Manager, National Institute of Animal Biotechnology, D No. 1-121/1, 4th and 5th Floors, Axis Clinicals Building, Miyapur, Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India – 500 049 on or before the prescribed date.
Deadline : 02.02.15
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