National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS) is hiring a project associate who will generate DNA constructs for genomic manipulations in Drosophila melanogaster. This is part of DBT funded project. Based on the person’s interest and acumen, there is a possibility to be involved in fluorescence imaging and molecular screening. In addition, the candidate is expected to get involved in other projects that the fly facility might be doing. Persons with previous experience in the above kinds of experiments are preferred.

Skills required:
• Basic molecular biology techniques: molecular cloning, PCR.
• Drosophila genetics.
• Excellent communication (written and oral) skill
• Good organization skills

Number of vacancies: 1 No

Age limit: 40 years as of 01.01.2025 (subject to relaxation as per GoI norms)

The appointment will be a fixed-term position initially for one (1) year and renewable annually subject to the outcome of a performance assessment. The position comes with consolidated pay based on qualification and experience, subject to institutional guidelines.

• Rs.25,000 + 27% HRA (without CSIR / GATE / equivalent qualification)
• Rs.37000 + 27% HRA (with CSIR / GATE / equivalent National exam qualification)

Master’s in any branch of Biological Science with an aggregate of 75% marks.

One (1) year experience in molecular biology lab.

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