ICAR-IARI Life Science, Plant Biotech, Plant Biochem SRF Job – Apply Now
Apply for ICAR-IARI Senior Research Fellow (SRF) Position in Life Science, Plant Biotechnology, and Plant Biochemistry. Explore the details below for more information on eligibility and the application process.
Division of Plant Physiology
ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute
Pusa, New Delhi-110012
Online Interview
Kindly review our notice in the Employment News issued on 17-23 February 2024 (Employment News No 47/40). We are seeking applications for an Online Interview to fill a temporary unreserved Senior Research Fellow (SRF) position funded by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research, Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Government of India, under an ongoing Emeritus Scientist project.
Interested candidates should submit their biodata, including self-attested scanned copies of degree certificates and 10th, 12th, UG, and PG mark sheets, to ispp.58@gmail.com. The deadline for biodata submission is 17th March 2024. If currently employed, candidates must provide a no-objection certificate from their current employer. All applicants must adhere to the specified CV format.
ONLY ELIGIBLE CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED FOR INTERVIEWS VIA EMAIL.
The tentative date for the online interview is 26th March 2024, and any changes will be communicated to eligible candidates. Please note that the position is temporary and will conclude with the project’s end date.
Staff Fellowship/month salary
| Project Eligibility | SRF (One post) |
|---|---|
| Rs. 31000 + HRA* per month for 1st and 2nd year and Rs. 35000 + HRA* per month for 3rd year. | ICAR-Emeritus Scientist project on “Phenotyping and identification of rice donors for resilience to high night temperature under warming climate” |
Essential Qualifications:
A Master’s degree in relevant subjects (Plant Biotechnology/Plant Physiology/Plant Biochemistry/Life Sciences) with a 4-year/5-year Bachelor’s degree. Candidates with a Postgraduate degree in basic Sciences with a 3-year Bachelor’s degree and a 2-year master’s degree should have NET qualification and 2 years of research experience, as specified in OM No Edn./6/27/2014/HRD dated 13th July 2015, OM No Agril. Edn. 6/27/2014-HRD 9th October 2015 of the Council, and OM SR/S9/Z-09/2018 of DST dated 30th January 2019 for eligibility.
Desirable qualifications:
Experience in subjecting crop plants to abiotic stresses in both field conditions and controlled environments, along with the ability to conduct physiological, biochemical, and molecular analyses for stress tolerance.
House Rent Allowances (HRA) will be provided according to the prevailing central government rates applicable in the respective cities/locations where Senior Research Fellows (SRF) or Research Associates (RA) are engaged in ICAR funded projects.
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How to Apply:
To apply for the Senior Research Fellow (SRF) positions, interested candidates must adhere to the following instructions:
- Age Limit: The maximum age limit for male applicants applying for SRF positions is 35 years. However, women, SC, ST, and OBC candidates are eligible for a relaxation of up to 5 years as per the Government of India/ICAR rules.
- Applicants currently employed must submit a No Objection Certificate from their current employer.
- Prepare a biodata as per the format provided in Annexure 1. Submit this biodata along with attested copies of certificates including 10th, 12th, Under-graduation, post-graduation, Ph.D., and NET/GATE. Affix an attested recent passport size photograph on the biodata. The biodata should list academic qualifications starting from 10th Standard to the maximum qualification with percentages obtained, and any distinctions/medals received. Failure to provide this information will result in the non-awarding of academic scores.
- Candidates should submit office orders for research experience, in addition to certificates from the Principal Investigators (PIs), where applicable.
- Submit project work reports/theses, testimonials/experience certificates, published research papers, etc., to support claims of experience.
- The SRF positions are purely temporary and will be filled on a contractual basis initially for six months or the project duration, whichever is earlier. The tenure may be extended based on the incumbent’s satisfactory performance. There is no provision for re-engagement after the termination of the scheme. Selected candidates cannot claim regular appointment at the institute as the fellowship is co-terminus with the respective scheme.
- In the event of unsatisfactory performance, SRFs will be terminated from the post with one-month notice.
