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Application for Project Research Scientist-IV and Project Assistant in SCSM

Application for Project Research Scientist-IV and Project Assistant in SCSM

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Jawaharlal Nehru University
Special Centre for Systems Medicine
New Delhi-110067

22-07-2022

Applications are invited on plain paper (or signed PDF file) for purely temporary Positions of One Project Research Scientist-IV and one Project Assistant under the project entitled “Study of the impact of COVID-19 on cancer patients” funded by Indian Council of Medical Research, India. Project duration is 2 years.

Project Research Scientist-IV (01)

Essential Qualification: 1st Class Master Degree in Life Sciences from a recognized University with two years research experience in the relevant field OR 2nd Class M.Sc. + Ph.D. in Life Sciences from a recognized University.

Desirable Qualification: Candidate with Ph.D. Degree, at least one first author publication in peer-reviewed journal, post-doctoral research experience, experience/skill in scientific writing, handling of databases, knowledge of computers. 

Salary: Rs. 48,000/- + 6,300/-HRA per month 

Project Assistant (01)

Essential Qualification: Candidate must have Graduation Degree in Science.

Desirable Qualification: Candidate with Post-Graduation in Science/Computer Science. Candidate with a recorded work experience in laboratory. Preparation of reagents and maintenance of project records, knowledge of computers and data handling.

Salary: Rs. 31,000/- per month (consolidated)

How to Apply: The application on plain paper indicating name, date of birth/age, photo, address, essential/technical/professional qualification, experiences should reach the undersigned via mail/email (rpslabjnu@gmail.com), Lab No. 332, Cancer Biology Laboratory, School of Life Sciences, Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi-110067. 

Email: rpslabjnu@gmail.com

Application deadline: On or before 5th August, 2022, 5.00 pm.

Project Director
Prof. Rana P. Singh,
104/332, School of Life Sciences
Jawaharlal Nehru University 
New Delhi-110067

Current Recruitment
Yes

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