School of Life Science
Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU)
New Delhi-110067
Applications are invited for a purely temporary positions of one Research Associate (RA) in a SERB-funded project entitled “Uncovering the miRNAome signature underlying axillary meristem outgrowth (tillering) in indica rice” under the supervision of Prof. Ananda K. Sarkar, at the School of Life Sciences, JNU.
Research Associate (RA) (one Post): Emoluments as per SERB/University norms.
Eligibility/Essential Qualification: Candidates should have a doctorate (Ph.D.) degree in the discipline of Life Sciences (including Plant Developmental Biology/Plant Molecular Biology) are eligible to apply. Candidate with M.Tech. in the above discipline with more than two years of experience in the relevant field may also apply.
Desirable: Candidate should have an excellent academic track record. Work experience in the areas of molecular and developmental biology of crop model rice and transgenic production/genome editing, evidenced by good publication record, is desirable for the position.
Tenure: The above position is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project/scheme (approximately one year). SLS/JNU reserves the right to decide the selection criteria within rules/norm based on the applications received and select the candidate against the above posts depending upon the qualification and experience of the candidate. Reservation of posts shall be as per Govt. of India norms. The appointment may be terminated any time by giving one month notice by either side. The applicants will have no claim implicit or explicit for consideration against any regular position of the University.
Eligible candidates may send their application along with latest Biodata, copies of certificates and publications (front page) To Prof. Ananda K. Sarkar, School of Life Sciences, Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi, India 110067, through email (aksarkar.jnu@gmail.com).
Last dated: Application will be accepted till 21st April 2023. Canvassing in any form or bringing influence, political or otherwise, will lead to disqualification of the candidate(s). The competent committee deserves the right to make changes in short-listing/selection criteria based on the applications received.
Note: Application should be submitted in the given format. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
Prof. Ananda K. Sarkar
School of Life Science,
Jawaharlal Nehru University,
New Delhi 110067, India.
Email: aksarkar.jnu@gmail.com
