Department of Biotechnology

Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India

New Delhi-110003

Department of Biotechnology invites applications / nominations from Indian Nationals including non-resident Indians (NRIs) for the one post of Scientist-H on Deputation (including short term contract)/Direct Recruitment basis) at National Institute of Animal Biotechnology (NIAB) Hyderabad, an autonomous institute of Department of Biotechnology, Government of India from the distinguished Scientists and visionary academic leaders having outstanding record of research accomplishments to establish strong centre of research to address the problems of livestock. Effective interpersonal and leadership skills and the ability and commitment to work effectively with colleagues as part of inter-disciplinary team are required. The details about the Institute are available at www.niab.org.in.

The post carries HAG scale of Pay of Rs. 67,000/- (Annual increment @ 3 %) 79,000/- with usual allowances as per the Government of India Rules.

The applicant should be below 55 years of age (relaxable for exceptional candidates) and should have following essential qualifications & experience:

(i) Ph.D in Veterinary Sciences/Animal Sciences/Modern Biology/Life Sciences or equivalent from a recognized university with a strong track record of research, academic accomplishment in terms of publications and patents and attracting generous research funding.

(ii) Evidence of leadership with 15 years of R&D experience in any one of the NIAB thrust areas related to Veterinary/Animal Sciences.

Applicant of Central Governments/State Governments/Universities/Public Sector Undertaking/Govt. Funded Research Organization/ Institutes/ autonomous bodies etc. can also apply for deputation/absorption subject to fulfilment of following conditions:

(i) Holding analogous post on regular basis; or

(ii) 3 years of regular service in post with Grade Pay of Rs 10,000/- or 5 years in the Grade Pay of Rs 8900/- in the parent cadre/Department and also possess essential qualifications and experience as mentioned above.

Responsibilities: The selected candidate is expected to establish a strong research programme to address the problems of livestock. Lead a group of scientists in the identified areas, establish Centre of Excellence, help the Director in the academic and administrative matters of the Institute and develop an ecosystem for communication, creative thinking and innovation.

General Conditions:

(i) The applicants in Central/State Government organizations / Public Sector Undertakings / Autonomous Organizations must send their applications Through Proper Channel. The applications received without the recommendations of the employers will not be considered.

(ii) The date of determining the age limit shall be the closing date for receipt of applications.

(iii) The post will be for five years tenure initially or on attaining the age of superannuation as per Government of India rules, whichever is earlier.

Completed applications strictly in the format given at DBT website: http://dbtindia.nic.in and NIAB website www.niab.org.in with a passport size photograph fixed at the space shown in the format along with testimonials including list of publications indicating impact factors should be sent to Smt. Veena T. Bhatia, Director, Department of Biotechnology, Block-2, CGO complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi-110003 (Email: bhatia.veena@nic.in , Tel. : +91 11 24365972) superscribing the cover with the name of the post applied for within 30 days from the date of publication of advertisement in the Employment news and the closing date for the candidates residing abroad and from Andaman & Nicobar and Lakshadweep Islands, States/Union Territories in the North-Eastern region, Ladakh region of J&K, Sikkim, Sub division Chamba and Lahaul and Spiti districts of Himachal Pradesh will be 45 days.

(This advertisement can be seen also on the DBT website: http://dbtindia.nic.in and NIAB website www.niab.org.in )