Pharmaceutical Training Program – NIPER – Punjab
National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER) organizes Training Program for Small and Medium Pharmaceutical Industry (SMPIC)
The National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER) proposes to conduct training programs for Small and Medium Pharmaceutical industry on the aspects of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), Instrumental analysis and manufacturing of APIs and Formulations. Important aspects of the training programs are the demonstrations in the Technology Development Center (TDC), Central Instrument Laboratory (CIL), and Central Animal Facility (CAF) etc.
Program covers theory and practical training of following techniques
- High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)
- Gas Chromatography (GC)
- High Performance Thin Liquid Chromatography (HPTLC)
- Ultraviolet and Visible Absorption Spectroscopy (UV)
- Dissolution apparatus
- Atomic Absorption spectroscopy
- Viscometer
- Karl Fischer
- Refractometer
- Polarimeter
- Spectrofluorimeter
Training Program Dates
- September 21st (Monday) to 25 th (Friday), 2009
- November 23rd (Monday) to 27th (Friday), 2009
- December 14th (Monday) to 18th (Friday), 2009
Structural Bioinformatics & Computational Biology – Seminar – Pondicherry University
National Seminar on Recent Trends in Structural Bioinformatics & Computational Biology at Pondicherry University.
The Bioinformatics Center of Pondicherry University is holding a three day National seminar from September 16th (Wednesday) to 18th (Friday), 2009 on recent developments in the field of Structural Bioinformatics & Computational Biology. Experts in various areas will deliver lectures and conduct demo-sessions. Scientists, Teachers, Faculty and Research Students working in various areas of Life Sciences who intend to apply Bioinformatics approaches in their research are invited.
Registration Deadline: September 11th (Friday), 2009
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M.Sc. Biological Sciences – SRF Position – NIPER Punjab
Walk-in Interview for Senior Research Fellow (SRF) Position at National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER), S.A.S. Nagar, Punjab
National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER) has announced a walk-in interview for Senior Research Fellow position on September 15 (Tuesday), 2009 between 10: 00 AM to 12:00 PM. The position is contract based for Government of India funded project headed by Dr. K. B. Tikoo and offers a salary of Rs.14,000/- per month + HRA.
Who can apply?
- MS.c. in Biological Sciences/Pharmacology/Toxicology or M.Pharm. in Pharmacology/Toxicology
Candidates are required to bring 3 copies of application giving details of educational qualifications, experience with name of the institutes, post held, scale of pay, past salary and photocopies of entire certificates. Application shoild be accompanied with a Demand Draft of Rs. 100/- (Rs. 50/- for SC/ST/PH) in favor of ”Director NIPER” drawn on any scheduled bank payable at Mohali/ Chandigarh.
Interview Venue:
Conference Room,
Secretariat Building of NIPER
S.A.S. Nagar, Punjab.
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Clinical Trials Training Program – NIPER – Punjab
National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER) organizes Training Program in Clinical Trials at S.A.S Nagar, Punjab.
The National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER) offers a Training Program in Clinical Trials aiming to introduce the basic principles of statistical methods employed in clinical trials. Statistics play an essential part throughout any clinical trial, from planning, conduct, interim analysis, final analysis and reporting. The program covers the following topics:
- Introduction to Clinical Trials
- Basic considerations in trial design & Common trial designs
- Randomization and Blinding
- Introduction to statistical principles
- Sampling distribution; tests of significance; p-value; confidence intervals; clinical and statistical significance
- Introduction to statistical Computing Using SAS
- Analysis of Continuous Data
- Analysis of Categorical Data
- Power and Sample Size
- Analysis and issues related to censored Data
- Issues in Efficacy Evaluation
- Safety Assessment
- Statistical section of a protocol and Statistical Analysis Plan
Program Dates: October 26th (Monday) to 30th (Friday),2009.
Practical Training HPLC GC & AAS – NIPER – Punjab
National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER) is conducting Training Programs on Chromatography and Spectroscopy Techniques.
Hands-on practical training on pharmaceutical analysis techniques like High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy (AAS) is offered by the National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER) at S.A.S. Nagar, Punjab during the month of October, November and December 2009.
Training Program Dates
05 Oct – 09 Oct 2009
26 Oct – 30 Oct 2009
09 Nov – 13 Nov 2009
30 Nov – 04 Dec 2009
Maximum No. of Participants per Training Session: 4-6
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Women Biotechnologist Training Program – 2009 BioNOW – California USA
The Biotechnology Network of Women (BIONOW) organizes Leadership Training Program for Women Biotechnology Professionals at San Carlos, California, USA.
The Biotechnology Institute is partnering with Nektar, the biopharmaceutical company based in San Carlos, CA, to deliver a leadership training program for women biotechnology professionals.“BioNOW” (Biotechnology Network of Women) provides participants the opportunity to develop skills that can lead to executive level industry positions as research scientists, business managers, HR officials, and other types of senior management roles. Participants will undergo facilitated training in the areas of case study management, managing up, and networking skills. Over the course of each training activity, participants have an opportunity to practice career-building skills and learn techniques on how to create competitive resumes, meet critical decision-makers, and attract and retain career mentors.
Who can Apply?
Any woman who is currently employed in a biotechnology or biopharmaceutical company who is interested in the opportunity to receive professional development training to pursue career pathways leading to executive management.
How much is it?
- Registration is FREE for all attendees accepted to the program.
- PLUS travel expenses are reimbursable up to $400.
How to Apply?
- Step 1: Complete the application form.
- Step 2: Submit current resume (2 pages max).
- Step 3: Provide a narrative statement (2 pages max) of why you are interested in pursuing an executive leadership position in industry, and how you think your particular background has prepared you for this role.
Research Job – M.D. Anderson Cancer Center – Houston USA
Research Bioanalyst and Statistical Analyst Positions open at the University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, USA.
The Department of Bioinformatics and Computational Biology at the University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center is seeking highly motivated professionals with expertise in Biostatistics and/or Bioinformatics to work in collaborative cancer research projects.
Two research positions are currently open:
Research Bioanalyst will focus principally on biological interpretation of molecular data (in terms of pathways, ontologies, published literature, and the like). Minimum Requirements:
- Ph.D. in a field of Biology, Biomedical science, or Bioinformatics.
- Strong computer skills including programming.
- Minimum of 2 years experience relevant to Bioinformatics in medical research.
- Experience in analysis and interpretation of high-throughput molecular data.
Biotechnology Conference – ICBFE 2010 – Brazil
International Conference on Biotechnology and Food Engineering (ICBFE 2010), Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Attention Biotech Students and Researchers!
The International Conference on Biotechnology and Food Engineering (ICBFE 2010) will be held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil during the period of March 29th (Monday) to 31st(Wednesday), 2010. The conference aims to bring together academic scientists, leading engineers, industry researchers and scholar students to share their experiences and discuss the practical challenges encountered in in Biotechnology and Food Engineering.
Conference Events:
- Paper Submission – All paper submissions will be peer reviewed and evaluated based on originality, technical and/or research content/depth, correctness, relevance to conference, contributions, and readability. Prospective authors are invited to submit full text papers including results, tables, figures and references. Full text papers can only be submitted electronically in any of the following formats (.doc, .rft, .ps, .pdf).
Deadline for Paper Submission: November 30th (Monday), 2009
Notification of Acceptance: December 31st (Thursday), 2009
Final Paper Submission: January 31st (Sunday), 2010
- Workshops – Researchers are cordially invited to submit a paper and/or a proposal to organize a workshop and actively participate in this conference. Proposals are invited for workshops to be affiliated with the conference scope and topics.
Research Position – Agricultural Bioinformatics – Karnal Haryana
Walk-in Interview for Junior Research Fellow Position for DTI Funded Project on Agri Bioinformatics Promotion Programme.
The Directorate of Wheat Research, Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) at Karnal, Haryana has announced a walk-in interview for 4 Junior Research Fellow positions on September 17, 2009 at 10: 30 AM. The position offers a salary of Rs.12,000/- per month + HRA for Ist year and Rs.14000 per month + HRA for subsequent year.
Who can apply?
- Post Graduate in Bioinformatics/Biotechnology (First class).
- Knowledge of Linux and Bioinformatics Software, Database applications.
Interview Venue:
Directorate of Wheat Research
Post Box No. 156, Agarsain Marg,
Karnal – 132001
Haryana, India.
Job Posting Source:
http://www.dwr.in/images/pdf/bio-interview.pdf
Clinical Research Associate Job – RGCB – Thiruvanathapuram Kerala
Clinical Research Associate Position at Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology (RGCB), Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.
Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology (RGCB) requires Clinical Research Associates for studying areas of molecular epidemiology, disease biology and immunopathogenesis as part of their flagship program on Emerging Viral Diseases (H1N1 influenza). The position will be on contract for three years. Salary and other allowances will be based on qualifications, experience and recommendations of the selection committee.
Who can apply?
- Post graduates in Medical Sciences (MD or Dip NB or recognized equivalent) or candidates with previously documented experience in medical virology research.
- Candidates with motivation for research in clinical & disease biology are given preference.
How to apply:
Application package must contain the following documents:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Documentation of Previous research experience
- Copies of Publications
- Three letter of reference (one from post graduate mentor)
Apply by post or email to
The Director
Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology
Thycaud PO, Poojappura
Thiruvananthapuram – 695 014
Kerala, India.
Ph: 0471 2347973
email: director@rgcb.res.in
Applications will be received throughout the year.
Only applicants who qualify at an initial internal screening will be invited for further discussions.
About RGCB:
The Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology (RGCB) is an autonomous institute of excellence in translational biotechnology, fully funded by the Government of India. Research at RGCB has two major clusters, Disease Biology and Plant Biotechnology. They have an Integrated Cancer Research Program including networked basic and translational components, dengue & emerging viral disease biology, mycobacteria research and cholera biology. RGCB also continues to address important questions in molecular neurobiology, stem cells, metagenomics, human molecular genetics and reproductive biology. The plant biotechnology program focuses on spice genomics to create new approaches for better ginger, pepper & cardamom as well as bioprospecting for medicinal plants for preventing and managing human disease. New programs have been initiated in translational medicine including cardiovascular biology, nanosciences and cellular engineering. Latest news include establishment of business development ventures with industry partners, one for development of molecular diagnostics and the other for software development in clinical informatics & bioinformatics.
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