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Functional Role of cell surface Hyaluronan Binding Protein 1 (HABP1): Implication in cancer metastasis.

Functional Role of cell surface Hyaluronan Binding Protein 1 (HABP1): Implication in cancer metastasis.

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School of Environmental Sciences
Jawaharlal Nehru University

Position Available

01st Feb 2016

Applications were invited for the following purely temporary post in the fellowship titled "Functional Role of cell surface Hyaluronan Binding Protein 1 (HABP1): Implication in cancer metastasis" funded by National Academy of Sciences India (NASI).

Research Associate (R.A.) : One

Salary: Rs. 22,000 + 30% HRA) p.m

Essential Qualification: PhD with specialization in the field of Cell and Molecular Biology. Need to have work experience in handling mammalian cell culture.

Desirable Qualification: Prior work experience in the field of cancer biology.

The selected candidate will be appointed on purely temporary basis, initially for a period of one year or till his / her services are required by the project Director or till Validity of the project, whichever is earliest.

The application on plain paper indicating name, date of birth / age, address, essential / technical / 
professional qualifications, experiences, research work, list of published books / articles should 
reach the undersigned (Project Director), School of Environmental Sciences, Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi - 110067, on or before 10th Feb, 2016.

Prof. Kasturi Datta
Principal Investigator 
NASI, Senior Scientist
School of Environmental Science &
Adjunct Professor
Special Centre for Molecular Medicine
Former Professor & Dean, School of Environmental Sciences
Jawaharlal Nehru University
Email: kdatta@mail.jnu.ac.in

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