Job vacancy : Research associate

For DBT funded project on “Potential role of serotonin in vitro differentiation of human embryonic stem cell (hESC) lines to hepatocytes”. Applications are invited for the posts of Research Associate (1), Qualification: Ph.D. in cell biology/immunology/Molecular Medicine/Molecular Biology with experience in hepatocyte and tissue culture. JRF (1), Qualification: MSc Life sciences/ Biochemistry / Molecular Biology. For both the posts, working experience on liver and cell culture is preferrable. Last date: 15/04/2010, write to Dr. S.K. Sarin, Project Director, Institute of Liver and Biliary Sciences D-1, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi or researchproject@rediffmail.com

Genetics at Gangaram Hospital

Center of Genetic Medicine
Sir Ganga Ram Hospital

Center of Genetic Medicine, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, invites applications for a project on "Genetic Education and Training" funded by the Department of Biotechnology, Government of India

I. Training courses:
(1) Ph. D.- 4 positions, 2 year course. Registration at GGSI University, Delhi.
(2) Fellowship – 2 positions, 1- year course.


Qualifications: MBBS/MD/MSc. in Genetics/MSc Life Sciences with experience in Genetics.
Stipend per month - Rs. 19,000 for PhD course; Rs. 15,000 for Fellowship.

II. Faculty Positions (Consultant): Three.


Qualifications: DM or PhD in Genetics/MD or PhD Life sciences with experience in Genetics. Consolidated salary: Rs. 40,000 per month.


Last date for receipt of applications – 31st July 2009.

Post vancant in NIMHANS

NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF MENTAL HEALTH & NEURO SCIENCES,

(DEEMED UNIVERSITY), BANGALORE - 560 029

P . B . N o . 2 9 0 0 , D . R . C o l l e g e Post, Hosur Road, Bangalore – 560 029

26568121, 26995000,26995100,26995200,26995300,26995400.

Fax:91-80-26564830, 91-80-26562121. Website: http://www.nimhans.kar.nic.in

NIMH/PKC/NOTI/2009-10 1st July 2009

NOTIFICATION

Applications are invited from the eligible candidates, for filling up of the post of

Medical Officer under the project entitled “Prevalence of substance abuse other

than nicotine and caffeine in first episode Psychosis Patients Presenting to

outpatient” under Dr.Prabhat Kumar Chand, Asst. Professor Psychiatry and

Principal Investigator, Department of Psychiatry, NIMHANS.

1. Name of the post Medical Officer / Mental Health

Professional

No. of Post One Post

Qualification For Medical Officer : MBBS or equivalent

For Mental Health Professional: M.Phil

Psychiatry social work/Clinical

Psychology

or equivalent

Age limit 40 years

Emoluments Rs.15,000/- p.m. (Fixed)

Tenure of appointment Six months only

Eligible candidates fulfilling the criteria, may apply on a plain paper with the

Curriculum Vitae and copies of the Testimonials / Certificates, addressed to The

Director, NIMHANS, P.B.No.2900, D.R.College Post, Hosur Road, Bangalore –

560 029 by post or email to prabhat.chand@yahoo.com

The last date for receipt of filled in application together with the relevant

documents is 13.07.2009 up to 4.00 p.m. Late applications will not be

entertained.

Vacancy at PGIMER

STEM CELL RESEARCH FACILITY

WALK-IN INTERVIEW

The following post is lying vacant in a DBT funded project in the Department of Nephrology under Dr. Vivekanand Jha, Additional Professor, PGIMER, Chandigarh.

(i) Research Associate @ Rs.16,000.00 + 15% (HRA) : One

Job Profile: The selected candidate will work in a GMP facility to produce clinical grade stem cells that can be used for clinical trials. It will involve expansion, characterization and differentiation of various types of stem cells and development of standard operating procedures according to GMP norms. The techiniques that would be used include Flowcytometry, real time PCR analysis, sophisticated imaging including confocal microscopy and cell culture.

Essential Qualification for the above mentioned post is –

Ph.D. in Biotechnology/Biochemistry/Biophysics/Immunology and other Life Science related subjects (Fresh innovative candidates are highly encouraged to apply)

Interested candidates may appear for the interview alongwith their bio-data and necessary testimonial/certificates on 06 July 2009 at 2.30 P.M. at STEM CELL RESEARCH FACILITY, Level-5, Research Block-B, PGIMER, Chandigarh.

BASICS IN HEALTH APPRAISAL, RESEARCH AND STATISTICS

BHARAT

BASICS IN HEALTH APPRAISAL, RESEARCH AND STATISTICS

This course is designed for post graduates, clinicians and health service researchers who want a through grounding in research

methods and to develop life-long skills in leadership and research. It enables clinical researchers to plan carry out, and analyze

health research and evaluate the quality of research studies.

At the end of the course you would expect to:

• Understand the basics of research: Planning, Methodology, implementation and publications.

• Basics of statistical methods in workshop form.

• Be able to launch a research project – clinical or basic

• Appraise and critique a research paper.

• Funding.

The course will be arranged under the auspicious of National Allergy Asthma Bronchitis Institute (NAABI) on

the 4th and 5th of July, 2009.

Interested candidates may please contact:

Dr. Raja Dhar (MRCP, MD, M.Sc.).

e-mail : docaardee@yahoo.com • website : www.naabi.org

JRF openings at SCTIMST

Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute of Medical Science and Technology
REQUIRES
For an DST Project “Differentiation of circulating adult stem cells to neurons for regenerative therapy of Parkinson’s disease ”
JUNIOR RESEARCH FELLOW (TEMPORARY)
Qualification & Experience
:M Sc (1st Class) -.Biochemistry/Biotechnology/ Life Science. Pass in CSIR – UGC (NET) is preferred.Experience in animal cell culture, hands-on experience in immunological techniques for cell analysis, PCR, electrophoresis and HPLC is desirable.
Duration
:3 years.
Salary
:Rs.12,000/- + 15% HRA
Age
:35 years as on 31.03.2009
No. of vacancies
:One
Date & Time of interview
:21-05-2009 at 10.00AM
Time of reporting
:09.00AM
Method of selection
:Walk-in-interview

The post is purely temporary for a period of 3 years or till completion of the project whichever is earlier. Those who fulfill the requirements may report for a written test / interview as per the above schedule along with bio-data and original certificates to prove age, qualification, experience etc. at Biomedical Technology Wing, Poojapura, Trivandrum – 695 012 of this Institute (Phone No:2340801). No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview. Candidates already in service have to produce a No Objection Certificate from the present employer.

Medical Scientist Exchange Programme 2009

The National Academy of Medical Sciences (NAMS), Delhi invites applications, as part of its "Medical Scientists Exchange Programme", from sutible candidates invovled in medical research at junior and middle level for training in select institutions. The candiate must be nominated by the head of institution where presently working stating background of candidate with intent for research. A consent letter of the institution where the training is desired is to be attached. Last date for applications:15th July, 2009.

For futher information: Email: nams_aca@yahoo.com

Advanced Diploma in Clinical Research

RILS, Mumbai invites applications for admission to..
Advanced Diploma in Clinical Research
AcademicsThis 52-week duration part time program is designed to meet the need of Contract Research Organizations, which primarily focus on conducting clinical trials for bioavailability / bio-equivalence studies of drug molecules.
The program comprises 52 weeks (one day per week on Saturdays for 6 to 8 hours per day) of classroom training and has the following modules: 1. Introduction to clinical research2. Good Clinical Practices (GCP) & regulatory overview3. Preclinical Studies and Pharmacology4. Clinical study document preparation5. Clinical trial initiation6. Site initiation7. Clinical operation8. Pharmacovigilance9. Project management10. Data Management11. Biostatistics12. Clinical trial reporting13. Conducting bioequivalence study14. Quality assurance15. Marketing approval16. Risk in clinical research17. Influence of technology
Eligibility
Professionals working at Mumbai and Navi Mumbai area in the field of Clinical Research or related domains are eligible to apply. The applicant must hold any of the following degrees:
B.Pharm
B.Tech. in Biotechnology
M.Pharm.
MBBS
MD
M.Sc. in Applied Biology/Biochemistry/Biotechnology/Life Sciences/Microbiology
Ph.D. in Pharmacology/Pharmacodynamics/Epidemiology/Biostatistics
Assessment
Candidates will be assessed through assignments, tests, quiz, presentations and group discussion during the course.Post-selection Program Fee The program fee is INR 50,000/- (Rupees fifty thousand) only. This is to be paid at the time of admission, by a deman0d draft in favor of 'Reliance Institute of Life Sciences', payable at Mumbai
For futher details see the website http://www.rils.ac.in/

ACBR PhD Programme 2009

The University of Delhi wishes to admit students on an All India basis, to pursue Post
Graduate studies in Biomedical Sciences at Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Center for Biomedical
Research (ACBR).
The focus of the teaching and research is on Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Medicinal
Chemistry, Medical Biotechnology, Molecular Genetics, Human Physiology, Organic
Chemistry, Molecular Oncology, Tumour Virology, Natural Product Chemistry, Medical
Microbiology, Immunology, Pharmacology and Toxicology. The detailed syllabus is
available on the website of ACBR.
The Center possesses excellent research facilities and collaborates with neighbouring
research institutions like Institute of Genomics and Integrative Biology (CSIR), Institute
of Nuclear Medicine and Allied Sciences (DRDO) and the Defence Institute of
Physiology and Allied Sciences (DRDO).
‘Catch Them Young’ -CSIR fellowships (20 for M.Sc.), Jean Ashit Ganguly Educational
Scholarship, Jawahar Bhawan Trust merit cum means scholarship (2 for M.Sc.) and
Major S.P. Datta award for toppers of MSc are also available for deserving students.
Applications are invited on the prescribed form for the following Courses:
1. M.Sc.-Ph.D. Combined Degree in Biomedical Sciences (Full Time 4 Years
Course):
2. M.Sc. Degree in Biomedical Sciences (Full Time 2 Years Course):
Eligibility (for 1&2): Bachelor’s Degree in Biomedical Sciences/ Life Sciences/ Zoology/
Botany/ Microbiology/ Chemistry/ Biochemistry/ Environmental Biology/ Biotechnology/
Laboratory Techniques/ B.Pharm/ B.V.Sc. or M.B.B.S. with at least 55% marks from
University of Delhi or any other examination recognised by the University or equivalent
thereto.
3. Ph.D. Degree in Biomedical Sciences: in the areas specified above.
Eligibility (for 3): Master’s Degree in the appropriate field of Science, M.Tech.,
M.V.Sc., M. Pharm or M.D. with a minimum of 55% marks or B.Tech, MBBS with 70%
and 60% marks or equivalent grades respectively. CSIR, UGC, ICMR NET qualified
candidates are preferred.
NOTE: Seats will be reserved as per Govt. of India guidelines.
How to Apply: The bulletin of Information along with Application form for all the above
courses can be obtained from the office of Dr. B. R. Ambedkar Center for Biomedical
Research, University of Delhi, North Campus, Delhi-110007 on all working days
(Monday to Friday) from 10.00 am to 4.00 pm against Demand Draft of Rs. 800/- for
General and Rs. 250/- for SC/ST. If required by Post, send a Demand Draft of
Rs. 850/- for General and Rs. 300/- for SC/ST. The draft should be made in favour of
the “Director, Dr. B. R. Ambedkar Center for Biomedical Research” and should be
sent along with an application on plain paper including the name and address (with pin
code) of the applicant, in block letters. Application forms can also be downloaded
from our website www.acbrdu.edu. The request for application form by mail must
reach the office of the Director, on or before April 30, 2009. The last date for sale of
bulletin is May 8, 2009. The last date for receipt of completed application form at
ACBR is May 15, 2009.
Admission Test: Admission Test for M.Sc.-Ph. D. and M.Sc. Degree Courses will be
held on Saturday, June 6th, 2009 at 09:00 a.m. The interview and group discussion for
candidates qualifying the entrance test will be held on Sunday, June 7th, 2009 from
9:00 am onward. The admission test will have multiple choice questions, in all the areas
as given above, at the Undergraduate level.
4. Summer Undergraduate Research Programme (SURP) and Summer Out
Reach Program (SOP) of 8 weeks duration is scheduled between June - July 2009.
Senior Under-Graduate and Post Graduate students are considered. The programme
consists of 1-2 hours of lecture followed by project work under the supervision of faculty
members. Interested students can send an application along with a copy of Bio-Data
and a Demand Draft of Rs.250/- in favour of the “Director, Dr. B. R. Ambedkar Center
for Biomedical Research” latest by 30th April 2009.
5. Ph.D. Programme Details are given on the website. (http://www.acbrdu.edu/)
Offg. Director (ACBR)
Last date of Receiving completed application forms M.Sc./Ph.D. is 15th May 2009

Courses at Lotus Clinical Research Academy

LCRA offers the following courses at Chennai & Bangalore:
1. Advanced PG Diploma in Clinical Research
2. Advanced PG Diploma in Clinical Data Management
3. PG Diploma in Clinical Research & Pharmacovigilance
UNIVERSITY APPROVED COURSES:
1. Principles & Practice of Clinical Research - Harvard Medical School, USA
2. PG Certificate in Clinical Research & Data Management - Goa University
3. Advanced PG Diploma in Clinical Monitoring & Site Management - Goa University
For further details please contact: Mr. Neelakantan Mobile: +91-9444019747
Web Details are available at http://www.lotusacademy.co.in/

Job Openings at TMC, Mumbai

TATA MEMORIAL CENTRE TATA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL ,PAREL, MUMBAIAND ADVANCED CENTRE FOR TREATMENT RESEARCH AND EDUCATION IN CANCER (ACTREC),KHARGHAR, NAVI MUMBAI INDIAAdvt.No.21/2009
Full time faculty & staff positions in various departments available at the TMC are listed below:
Sr.No. 1: Assistant Professor, Surgical Oncology (Breast service)
Qualification: M.Ch. (Surgical Oncology) or equivalent degree recognized by MCI. Exclusive experience in breast cancer management for one year is desirable.
Sr.No. 2: Assistant Professor, Dept. of Head & Neck Oncology
Qualification: M.S. (General Surgery) / M.S. (ENT) / equivalent postgraduate degree recognized by MCI with 3 years experience as senior resident or equivalent post in Head & Neck Oncology in a recognized teaching Hospital after the postgraduate degree. Experience in Base Skull Surgery is desirable.
Sr.No.3: Assistant Professor, Anesthesiology
Qualification: M.D. (Anesthesia) or equivalent postgraduate degree in Anesthesiology recognized by Medical Council of India with 3 years post M.D. experience in Anesthesia. Experience in critical care and pain management is desirable.
Sr.No. 4: Clinical Scientist
Qualification: Postgraduate medical qualification in any branch of Clinical Medicine such as M.D.(Radiotherapy), M.S.(Surgery), M.D. (Medicine),M.D. (Paediatrics) , or an equivalent postgraduate degree recognized by MCI with minimum 3 years experience in Clinical Oncology after the PG qualification. A formal qualification such as Ph.D./Research M.D. after the post graduation is desirable. This position requires proven track record indicating leadership qualities (including mentoring Ph.D. studies) for developing frontline research programs in Molecular and/or Translational Research related to cancer. Selected candidates will be offered Adjunct Faculty Position in an appropriate Clinical Specialty Department at TMH and should be able to evolve a focussed clinical research program.
Sr.No.5: Assistant Professor, Epidemiology
Qualification: Ph.D. in Public Health /Epidemiology OR MBBS+ MPH from a recognized University with minimum 3 years experience in Biostatistics or Epidemiological Research after Masters degree. Research experience in the field of Oncology is desirable. This position requires proven track record indicating leadership qualities for developing front line research programs in cancer epidemiology.
Sr.No.6: Assistant Professor, General Medicine (Ad-Hoc)
Qualification: M.D. (General Medicine) or equivalent postgraduate degree recognized by MCI with 2 years post M.D. experience in the specialty or its allied sub-specialties after postgraduate qualification in a large teaching hospital.
Sr.No.7: Chief Engineer:
Qualification: The incumbent should possess a B.E.(Civil) degree from a recognised university with at least 15 years practical experience in the design, estimation, tendering and construction / maintenance of RCC multistoried hospitals, hotels, laboratories, office complex, housing colony, co-ordination of public health, electrical work, air-conditioning etc. Experience of co-ordinating construction of a large hospital complex or executing similar construction projects will be an advantage. The candidate should have demonstrated qualities of leadership managed the above activities and functions in various administrative capacities. The candidate would be responsible for co-ordinating and to organize all stated functions in the Engineering Dept. at TMC.
Sr.No.8: Deputy Registrar (Postgraduate Studies)
Qualification: Postgraduate degree (or a degree of its equivalent) with 8 years supervisory experience or a graduate degree with 10 years supervisory experience. The degrees should be from a statutory University from India and the experience should be in educational administration/examinations and academic affairs from Institutions of higher education in India. The candidate must possess thorough knowledge of UGC rules and regulations and be able to co-ordinate with Medical Council of India and AICTE. Persons with exceptionally long experience and retired persons possessing qualification and experience may apply and could be considered for appointment on contract basis for fixed tenure.
Last Date: 08.06.09