NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF IMMUNOLOGY (NII), NEW DELHI, INDIA

National Institute of Immunology (NII), an autonomous institute under the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India, has the mandate of carrying out high quality basic and applied research. The Institute is committed to advance research addressing the basic mechanisms involved in bodys defenses, host-pathogen interactions and related areas. The Institute follows a two-pronged strategy of linking excellence in rigorous fundamental research with pragmatic pursuit of emerging application possibilities in entrepreneurial partnerships. The current research interests at the Institute coalesce into four broad areas: Gene Regulation, Immunity & Infection, Molecular Design, and Reproduction & Development. Details of the Institute are available at www.nii.res.in.

1. Applications are invited from eminent scientists (Indian Citizens) having proven scientific record in areas such as immunology/cell biology/molecular biology/disease biology, and possessing excellent leadership ability, for the post of Director, NII, New Delhi on deputation (including short term contract). The position of Director offers a unique opportunity for the individual in providing strong and visionary leadership to the institution. He/she shall be the Principal Executive/Chief Executive of the Institute and shall be responsible for leading and nurturing the core multi-disciplinary research faculty, developing policies, fostering collaboration with scientific, medical and engineering partner institutions, developing mechanism for collaborations with industry, recruitment of appropriate faculty and management of the extramural activities including supporting research resource units in other Institutes and other duties as may be required for proper administration of the affairs of the Institute. The Institute encourages creation of knowledge and benefit sharing related to IPR.
   
   
2. Scale of Pay and other benefits: The selected incumbent will be placed in the Apex Scale Rs. 80,000/-(fixed) in terms of CCS (Revised Pay) Rules-2006. The total approximate emoluments in the scale at present is Rs. 190530/-(excluding HRA). A semi furnished oncampus, accommodation would be provided. Other benefits / allowances shall be as per rules applicable for appointment on deputation/(ISTC) basis.
   
   
3. Eligibility criteria:
   
   

4.1 Scientists from Central Govt. / State Govt. / Universities / Public Sector Undertakings / Govt. funded research institutes, autonomous bodies etc. subject to fulfillment of the following conditions:

(i) Holding analogous post on regular basis in the parent department; Or with five years regular service in post with Grade Pay of Rs. 10,000/-or equivalent in the parent cadre / Department;

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4.2 Essential Qualifications / Experience:

(i)

Ph.D/MD in Life Sciences / Medical /allied Sciences or equivalent from a recognized University;

(ii)

Minimum 15 years research experience in the area of specialization such as immunology/cell biology/molecular biology/disease biology.

(iii) Excellent track record as evidenced by publications, patents and awards.

4.3 Desirable:

(i)

Experience in successfully running large programme, centre, and institution;

(ii)

Experience of guiding research activities in the area of specialization;

1. Age limit and tenure of appointment: The period of Deputation includes period of deputation in other ex-cadre posts, held immediately preceding this appointment in the same or some other organization/Department should ordinarily not exceed 5 years. The maximum age limit for appointment on deputation (ISTC) should not exceed 56 years as on the closing date of receipts of applications.
   
   
2. How to apply / nominate
   
   

6.1 Complete applications (5 copies) strictly as per the format available on DBT website: http://dbtindia.nic.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, Lodi Road, New Delhi-110 003, superscribing the cover Application for the Post of Director, National Institute of Immunology (NII), New Delhi so as to reach within 30 days

from the date of publication of this advertisement in Employment News. The closing date for candidates residing abroad and from Andaman & Nicobar and Lakshadweep Islands, States/Union Territories in the North-Eastern region, Ladakh region of J&K, Sikkim, Subdivision Chamba and Lahaul and Spiti districts of Himachal Pradesh will be 45 days. The soft copy of the application may also be sent by Email to bhatia.veena@nic.in; mk.sinha26@nic.in and aipsu.dbt@nic.in.

6.2. Nominations by distinguished experts may-also be considered, depending upon merit and the area of expertise. Eminent experts and distinguished scientists may also kindly nominate potential candidates for the position both by post and by email at the above mentioned address.

The detailed advertisement and format of application is available at DBTs and NIIs website(s) viz. http://dbtindia.nic.in and www.nii.res.in respectively.

FORMAT OF APPLICATION (APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF DIRECTOR, NII, NEW DELHI)

1. Name of the applicant (In Block

Letters)

Affix Passport

1. Fathers/Husbands Name Size Photograph
   
   
2. Date of Birth
   
   

(DD/MM/YY)

4. Postal address: . . . PIN . E-mail . Telephone

1. Permanent Address: .................................................................................................................................... .................................................................................................................................... .................................................................................................................................... PIN..............................................................................................................................
   
   
2. Nearest Railway Station / Airport:.....................................................................................
   
   
3. Nationality: ......................................................................................................................
   
   
4. Marital Status: ..................................................................................................................
   
   
5. Whether belongs to SC/ST/PH/OBC (if yes, attach certificate): ........................................
   
   
6. Educational Qualification (from matriculation onward):
   
   
7. Experience (from current to oldest):
   
   
8. Professional training undergone, if any, and details thereof: ............................................. ....................................................................................................................................
   
   
9. Honors/ Awards/Fellowship received: ..............................................................................
   
   
10. Total Research / Academic experience (Years/Months): ...................................................
    
    
11. Details of research work: .................................................................................................. ....................................................................................................................................
    
    
12. Details of publications with impact factors (a list of publications may be provided) & H
    
    

S. No.	Degree	Board/University	Division	Year Passing	of	Subjects

S. No.	From	To	Name Organization	of	Position held	Scale Pay	of

Index indicated:....................................................................................................................... ....................................................................................................................................

17. Details		of		patents	granted:
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18. Details	of		technology	transferred/	developed:

19. Any other relevant information that you may like to furnish: ............................................ ....................................................................................................................................

Place: Signature of the Candidate Date:

GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT OF BIOTECHNOLOGY

APPLICATIONS/ NOMINATIONS ARE INVITED FOR THE POST OF DIRECTOR, NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF IMMUNOLOGY (NII), NEW DELHI, INDIA

National Institute of Immunology (NII), an autonomous institute under the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India, has the mandate of carrying out high quality basic and applied research. The current research interests at the Institute coalesce into four broad areas: Gene Regulation, Immunity & Infection, Molecular Design, and Reproduction & Development. Details of the Institute are available at www.nii.res.in.

Scale of Pay and other benefits: The selected incumbent will be placed in the Apex Scale Rs. 80,000/-(fixed) in terms of CCS (Revised Pay) Rules-2006. The total approximate emoluments in the scale at present is Rs. 190530/-(excluding HRA). A semi furnished on-campus accommodation would be provided. Other benefits / allowances shall be as per rules applicable for appointment on deputation/(ISTC) basis.

Essential Qualifications / Experience:

(i)	Ph.D/MD in Life Sciences / Medical /allied Sciences or equivalent from a
	recognized University;
(ii)	Minimum 15 years research experience in the area of specialization
	such as immunology/cell biology/molecular biology/disease biology.
(iii)	Excellent track record as evidenced by publications, patents and awards.

For desirable qualifications and other relevant details login to website:

www.dbtindia.nic.in or www.nii.res.in

Last date for receipt of applications/nominations in Department of Biotechnology is 30 days from the date of publication of this advertisement in the Employment News for local candidates and 45 days for the candidates residing abroad, Andaman & Nicobar and Lakshadweep Island, 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.