Scientist – Agriculture Engineering – MSSRF Jeypore & Chennai
Scientist Job available at M.S. Swaminathan Research Foundation, Chennai.
Opening for 4 Scientist Positions at M.S. Swaminathan Research Foundation, Jeypore (Orissa) and Pudukottai (Tamilnadu). Selected candidates are responsible for implementing the watershed management action plans in the experimental sites. Strong ability to mobilize communities and farmers association and for liaisoning with NGOs, Banks and government department. Ability for process documentation of deliverables and quantitative indicators of development. Provide appropriate awareness/capacity building training programmes in relation to the site specificities.
Who can Apply?
- M.Sc. in Agriculture Engineering with 5 years experience in watershed/rural development programmes.
How to Apply?
Application with curriculum vitae, names and addresses of 2 references can be sent by postal mail to,
Manager (Pers. & Admn)
M. S. Swaminathan Research Foundation
III Cross Street, Institutional Area, Taramani
Chennai 600 113.
E mail: hari@mssrf.res.in
Application Deadline: September 30th (Wednesday), 2009
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Research Associate – Watershed Management – MSSRF Chennai
Research Associate Job available at M.S. Swaminathan Research Foundation, Chennai.
Opening for Research Associate in Watershed Management Project at M.S. Swaminathan Research Foundation, Chennai, to assist the project management team in the planning, monitoring and implementation of the community managed watershed development programme; Process documentation of the interventions and experiences in the implementation of the project; Assist in conducting appropriate training programmes and preparation of the relevant reports and publications.
Who can Apply?
- Ph.D in Agriculture or Social Sciences with 5 years relevant experience.
How to Apply?
Application with curriculum vitae, names and addresses of 2 references can be sent by postal mail to,
Manager (Pers. & Admn)
M. S. Swaminathan Research Foundation
III Cross Street, Institutional Area, Taramani
Chennai 600 113.
E mail: hari@mssrf.res.in
Application Deadline: September 30th (Wednesday), 2009
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Principal Scientist – Watershed Management – MSSRF Chennai
Principal Scientist Job available at M.S. Swaminathan Research Foundation, Chennai.
Opening for Principal Scientist in Agriculture/Watershed Management at M.S. Swaminathan Research Foundation, Chennai, to identify, plan and implement agronomic practices (sustainable natural resource management programmes) at the watershed site level; arrange for awareness and capacity building programmes for the staff and the community groups in the area of sustainable agriculture practices (natural resource management) and on -farm and non-farm income generation activities.
Who can Apply?
- Ph.D in Agriculture or Agronomy with 15 years relevant experience in the mentioned area at the watershed level and organizing training programmes/awareness generation campaigns.
How to Apply?
Application with curriculum vitae, names and addresses of 2 references can be sent by postal mail to,
Manager (Pers. & Admn)
M. S. Swaminathan Research Foundation
III Cross Street, Institutional Area, Taramani
Chennai 600 113.
E mail: hari@mssrf.res.in
Application Deadline: September 30th (Wednesday), 2009
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Scientist Job – MSSRF – Chennai
Scientist Job available at M.S. Swaminathan Research Foundation, Chennai.
Opening for Scientist designation at M.S. Swaminathan Research Foundation, Chennai, to work Ford Foundation for Women and Food Security. The work profile involves independently undertaking literature search on specific themes related to Food and Nurition Security and help prepare analytical documents and position papers; to assist in designing research, primary and secondary data collection, tabulation and analysis.
Who can Apply?
- Post Graduate in Nutrition, Home Science, Women’s Studies with atleast one year’s research experience.
- Should have analytical and documentation skills.
- Should be fluent in English and have a working knowledge of Tamil. Knowledge of an additional Indian Language will be an advantage.
How to Apply?
Application with curriculum vitae, names and addresses of 2 references can be sent by postal mail to,
Manager (Pers. & Admn)
M. S. Swaminathan Research Foundation
III Cross Street, Institutional Area, Taramani
Chennai 600 113.
E mail: hari@mssrf.res.in
Application Deadline: September 30th (Wednesday), 2009
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International Program of Frontier Biotechnology – Monbukagakusho Scholarship
International Program of Frontier Biotechnology is a five-year program for Master’s and Doctoral degrees for Japanese Government (Monbukagakusho) Scholarship Students.
The aim of this program is to expose young scientists to state-of-the-art research skills and indepth knowledge of advanced biology, chemistry and physics to harness the potential of biotechnology. The program encompasses both master and doctor courses, while emphasizing research that directly benefits society and the environment. Students are expected to enroll in these courses sequentially in order to obtain both master’s and doctor’s degrees. Scholarship provides 157,000 JPY per month, Air ticket (to and from Japan) and Tuition fee exemption.
Who can Apply?
- Indians are eligible for applying. Nationality must be of the countries whose citizens are eligible for a Monbukagakusho Scholarship (Japanese Government Scholarship).
- Upper age limit of 35 years as of April 1, 2010.
- Must have graduated from a university or college and completed 16 years of formal study by September 30, 2010.
- Must have a good command of English. TOEFL scores are accepted.
How to Apply?
Application Guidelines: http://www.mls.eng.osaka-u.ac.jp/FB_inter_prog/2010BF/2010_kokuhi_guide.pdf
Application Form: http://www.mls.eng.osaka-u.ac.jp/FB_inter_prog/2010BF/2010_kokuhi_form.pdf
Application Deadline: December 10 (Thursday), 2009
Contact:
International Students Section
Academic Affairs Division
Graduate School of Engineering
Osaka University
2-1 Yamadaoka, Suita, Osaka 565-0871
E-mail: iso-staffeng.osaka-u.ac.jp
Fax: +81-6-6879-7229
Program Start Date: October 1 (Friday), 2010
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Junior Research Fellow – Biotechnology – University of Calcutta
Walk-in-interview for the post of Junior Research Fellow at University of Calcutta.
University of Calcutta has announced a walk-in interview to fill the position of Junior Research Fellow in a Research Project entitled “Jute Biology, Genomics and Biotechnology” on October 6th (Tuesday), 2009 at 11:00 AM.
Who can Apply?
- M.Sc. in Plant Sciences, Agri-biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology or Biochemistry.
- Relevant work experience may be given priority over educational qualifications.
How to Apply?
Send biodata on a plain paper with self-attested copies of all testimonials on/before the interview date to
Dr. Karabi Datta
Principal Investigator
UGC-UPE Scheme
Department of Botany
35 Ballygunge Circular Road
Kolkata-700 019.
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