JRF Position IISER Kolkata – Apply for SERB-Funded Project, Apply Now!
Are you passionate about microbial eco-evolutionary processes and eager to work on cutting-edge research? The Department of Biological Sciences, IISER Kolkata, invites applications for a Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position funded by SERB. The project, led by Dr. Dipjyoti Das, focuses on understanding the impact of population fluctuation in microbial eco-evolutionary processes through theory and experiment. Apply by April 6, 2025, and contribute to groundbreaking research!
Job Posting: Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
About the Project
A Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position is available in the lab of Dr. Dipjyoti Das at the Department of Biological Sciences, IISER Kolkata. The project involves:
Experimental Work: Handling bacterial cultures, quantitative molecular biology techniques, and microscopic imaging.
Bioinformatics and Modeling: Data analysis and computational modeling of population dynamics.
Position Details
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Number of Positions: One
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Funding Agency: SERB
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Principal Investigator: Dr. Dipjyoti Das, Assistant Professor, Dept. of Biological Sciences, IISER Kolkata
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Contact Email: [email protected]
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Remuneration: As per Government (SERB) norms
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Tenure: 1 year from the date of joining (extension possible based on performance and funding availability)
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
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M.Sc./MS/ME/M.Tech or equivalent in Microbiology, Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, Biochemistry, or Biophysics with a minimum of 65% marks
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Desirable Experience:
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Hands-on experience in:
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Bacterial culture handling
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qPCR, cloning, and microscopic imaging techniques for JRF Position IISER Kolkata.
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Candidate must have Mathematics and Physics at the 10+2 level.
Age Limit:
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Maximum 28 years at the time of joining.
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Relaxation in age and academic qualification will be considered for reserved categories as per Government of India rules.
How to Apply
Email Application:
Eligible candidates should email the following documents to [email protected] with the subject line:
“Application for Project JRF”
Attachments Required:
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(i) CV
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(ii) Statement of Purpose (One Page)
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(iii) Scanned copies of degree certificates (10th, 12th, B.Sc., and M.Sc.)
Application Deadline
April 6, 2025
Interview Process
Mode of Interview: Online (via Google Meet)
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A link will be shared with shortlisted candidates before the interview.
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The interview will be recorded, and the application itself will be considered as the applicant’s consent to participate.
Interview Notification:
Shortlisted candidates will receive interview details via email for JRF Position IISER Kolkata.
Terms & Conditions
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The decision of the selection committee will be final.
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The selected candidate may be terminated with a 30-day notice if performance is deemed unsatisfactory.
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Relaxation in eligibility criteria is applicable for reserved categories and candidates with outstanding credentials.
Contact Information
Dr. Dipjyoti Das
Assistant Professor
Department of Biological Sciences
Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Kolkata
Mohanpur-741246, West Bengal, India
Email: [email protected]
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