Sher e Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology SKUAST K Srinagar Junior Rese[...]

jehlum; Srinagar; On-site; INR 346,000 - 469,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputed agricultural university in Srinagar is inviting applications for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF). The role focuses on researching plant-based androgen receptor targeting molecules for cancer therapy. Candidates must possess an M.Sc. in Biotechnology or Molecular Biology, with a minimum of 60% marks. Preference will be given to those with NET/GATE qualifications and prior research experience. The position is temporary and based at the Shalimar campus of SKUAST-K, providing opportunities for high-impact research.

Qualifications

• At least 60% marks in M.Sc. or equivalent degree.
• Candidates with NET/GATE or other accredited tests are preferred.
• Prior research experience includes Animal Cell Culture, Western Blotting, siRNA Mediated Gene Knock Down.

Responsibilities

• Engage in high-impact medical and agricultural biotechnology studies.
• Work under the guidance of the Principal Investigator.
• Focus on pharmacokinetic evaluation of plant-based molecules against cancer.

Skills

Animal Cell Culture

Western Blotting

siRNA Mediated Gene Knock Down

Education

M.Sc. Biotechnology / Molecular Biology

Job description

Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences & Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K), Division of Plant Biotechnology, Faculty of Horticulture, Shalimar, Srinagar – Junior Research Fellow

Applications are invited from eligible candidates for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under a research project focused on the pharmacokinetic evaluation and mechanism of newly discovered plant-based androgen receptor targeting molecules against recurrent prostate cancer. The position is temporary and purely on a contractual basis, co-terminus with the project.

Position Details

1. Junior Research Fellow (JRF) – 01 Post

Essential Qualification

M.Sc. Biotechnology / Molecular Biology (or equivalent) with at least 60% marks.

Desirable Qualification

Candidates with NET/GATE or other accredited tests.

Prior Research Experience

• Animal Cell Culture
• Western Blotting
• siRNA Mediated Gene Knock Down

Monthly Emoluments

As per ANRF norms.

Responsibilities

Research opportunities at SKUAST-K allow scholars to engage in high-impact medical and agricultural biotechnology studies in Srinagar. The selected candidate will work under the guidance of the Principal Investigator at the Shalimar campus, focusing on the pharmacokinetic evaluation and mechanism of newly discovered plant-based androgen receptor targeting molecules against recurrent prostate cancer.

Application Procedure

Interested candidates may send their application forms (available on the university website) along with relevant certificates within 10 days from the date of advertisement. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted via email for interview. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.

Application Method

Applications can be submitted physically to the office of the Principal Investigator or through the official email address mentioned in the advertisement: [e-mail]

Contact Details

Official Website: https://www.skuastkashmir.ac.in