ICRISAT India – Scientist/ Post Doctoral Fellow Position – MSC/PHD – Genetics / Plant Breeding
ICRISAT Special Project Scientist/ Post Doctoral Fellow-1 Vacancy 2009
International Crop Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics
ICRISAT seeks applications from Indian nationals for Project Scientist/Post Doctoral Fellow position for CIMMYT- Asia Regional Maize Program , to be based at ICRISAT Headquarters Patancheru, Andhra Pradesh, India.
About CIMMYT: International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT) is a nonprofit scientific research organization, one of the 15 International Institutes under the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR), with its world headquarter at Mexico.
Responsibilities: Carrying out work in breeding maize germplasm for high yield, quality protein maize and important biotic and abiotic stresses; genetic analysis suited for various impotents traits and marker-assisted breeding; data recording, statistical analysis, developing pedigree information and assisting in writing project. Candidate should be ready to travel as per requirement of the project activities.Requirements: M.Sc. in Genetics & Plant Breeding with more than 3 years relevant experience or recent Ph.D. in Genetics & Plant Breeding from a reputed institution.
Candidate should have understanding of experimental design, management of glass house, field trials and field operations as well as field and lab-based techniques relevant to maize breeding and abiotic stresses related to high productivity, quality and industrial traits; excellent computing, statistical and biometrical analysis skills; demonstrated ability to publish in refereed science journals as first author; proficiency in English both spoken and written, ability to communicate in Hindi/Telegu and ability to work collegially and collaboratively in diverse, multicultural partnerships preferred.
Reward:This position is on a Fixed-Term Contract initially for two year, and renewable based on the performance of the incumbent and the Institute’s continuing need for the position. An attractive compensation will be offered for the right candidate.
How to Apply: The application should include an up-to-date resume, a recent passport size photograph, names and addresses (including phone & e-mail) of three referees and date of availability. Please send applications stating the job title clearly on the application/envelope, to Human Resources Services, ICRISAT, Patancheru, Andhra Pradesh 502 324, or by E-mail to icrisatjobs@cgiar.org, latest by 30 th April 2009. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Note: ICRISAT is an equal opportunity employer, and is especially interested in increasing participation of women on its staff.
Source: http://www.icrisat.org/careers/Project_Scientist_2009.htm
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Respected sir,
I am having Ph.D genetics and plant breeding and presentely doing PDF in China, please let me know that wether i can apply for tahe above mentioned positioin.
Thanking you.
With regards
Dr. K.Makeen
Respected Sir / Madam,
I feel honored to introduce my self as writing this letter the possibility of obtaining Research job with in your research group. I have completed my PhD entitled “Studies on Aflatoxin Producing Organisms in Corn and Groundnut and their Control Methods” from Tamil University, Thanjavur, India, under the valuable guidance of Dr. A. Rajendran. I was Published 27 papers, Accepted 24 papers and submitted for the publication of 20 papers, in reputed National and International Journals. I also presented 16 papers in National Conferences on the basis of my M. Sc., M. Phil and PhD work. I also have some computer knowledge (completed in ADCA-Advance Diploma in Computer application; DIT- Diploma in Information Technology; PGDBI- PG Diploma in Bioinformatics). I am exploring for research position in your esteemed research group, I feel pride to submit my self as a candidate to work in your research group in any field of your interest. I request you to consider my candidature for the suitable position in your esteemed research group.
I am here with enclosing my resume for your kind perusal. I will be at your kind perusal. I will be at your access, in any further information is needed. I assure you that; I will serve your research group at my best if I am given an opportunity. Kindly do the needful and hoping to hear from yours soon.
Thanking you sir,
Sincerely your,
V. Sivakumari
Respected sir,
I am having Ph.D genetics and plant breeding and presentely doing PDF in China, please let me know that wether i can apply for tahe above mentioned positioin.
Thanking you.
With regards
Dr. K.Makeen
Respected sir/madam,
I have completed my M.Sc in Biochemistry. i am interested in doing research/ PhD in molecular biology/ genetics. Please let me know where i have to apply, and procedure for applying. Please reply.
Thanking you,
yours sincerely,
Neha Durugkar