Cytogenetics Laboratory, Department of Zoology

Banaras Hindu University

Varanasi 221 005

Research Staff Position under DBT Project

Applications are invited for a temporary position of SRF @ Rs. 28,000/- p.m. + HRA under a DBT (CEIB-II) project entitled Functions of the multiple long noncoding transcripts of the hsr gene of Drosophila. Research work would involve advanced genetic and molecular cell biological approaches using Drosophila. Position is co-terminus with the completion of the project in 2019. Candidates must have at least two years research experience after obtaining the Master's degree (with at least 55% marks) in Biochemistry/Biotechnology/Life Sciences/Molecular & Human Genetics/Zoology or related area. Previous experience in molecular biology and/or Drosophila molecular genetics is strongly desirable. The upper age limit is 32 years, but can be relaxed for 5 years for SC/ST/Physically Handicapped/Female candidates. All things being equal, SC/ST candidates will be preferred as per GOI rules. The actual emoluments payable to the selected SRF would be as per DST/BHU rules.

Application through e-mail giving Name, permanent and correspondence address, names of father and mother, telephone/mobile no., e-mail address, details of educational career (starting from High School or equivalent), a recent photograph, attested copies of all marks-sheets & certificates, a statement about the earlier post-M.Sc. research experience, list of research publications, if any, and names and contact details (email id) of three referees, should reach Prof. S. C. Lakhotia, P. I., Cytogenetics Laboratory, Department of Zoology, Institute of Science, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi- 221 005 (email: lakhotia@bhu.ac.in ) on or before 21st August 2018.

No TA/DA will be payable if called for interview.