TIGS, founded in 2017, is a non-profit research institute that aspires to develop solutions to challenges in human health and agriculture. TIGS is a unique initiative to support applications of cutting-edge science and technology in genetics and genomics to solve societal problems of the country. The most significant challenges that impede the achievement of health equity and nutrition security for all of India’s population require systematic evidence-based scientific advancements and technological solutions. Research programs at TIGS are focused on three broad areas: Infectious Diseases, Rare Genetic Disorders, and Crop Improvement.
TIGS is a program driven research institute with a focus on solving pressing societal challenges. We are looking for Research Associate/Research Assistant for research programs and technology platforms at TIGS. If you are interested in making a difference in science with high societal impact and have the necessary credentials, please apply.
Areas of Research programs:
- Crop improvement and pest control
- Infectious diseases: Surveillance, Antimicrobial resistance and Vector control
- Rare genetic disorders: Screening and therapeutics
- Technology platform: Nucleic acid based diagnostics, mRNA therapeutics, Protein and cell therapy
Desired Qualifications:
- M.Sc./B.Tech/B.Sc. or equivalent in any branch of science related to life sciences.
- Ability to work as a part of team, excellent communication, organizational and problem-solving skills.
Duration:
Initially for one year (probation) and extension based on satisfactory review.
How to apply:
If interested, please send the following documents by email to: jobs@tigs.res.in
- Cover letter and CV by email
- One-page write up on ‘Why you should be hired for this position? and experience details with description of your motivation to apply for this job’.
- Applicants must list Job no RA-09 in their application to be considered.
Application Deadline: April 30, 2022
TIGS, founded in 2017, is a non-profit research institute that aspires to develop solutions to challenges in human health and agriculture. TIGS is a unique initiative to support applications of cutting-edge science and technology in genetics and genomics to solve societal problems of the country. The most significant challenges that impede the achievement of health equity and nutrition security for all of India’s population require systematic evidence-based scientific advancements and technological solutions. Research programs at TIGS are focused on three broad areas: Infectious Diseases, Rare Genetic Disorders, and Crop Improvement. TIGS is a program driven research institute with a focus on solving pressing societal challenges. We are seeking applications from enthusiastic candidates to join as Research Assistant (SRF grade) in a collaborative project initiated with NCBS, a research institute specialising in biological research.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Research Assistant (RA-10): To support Dengue diagnostics projects. The selected candidates will use molecular biology techniques to develop Dengue diagnostics.
Number of positions: 01
Essential Qualifications/Requirements
– Master’s degree in any branch of biological science with relevant research experience.
– Preference will be given to the candidates with experience in molecular biology techniques like qPCR, DNA/RNA isolation, assay development.
– Ability to work both as part of a team, and independently, coupled with excellent communication, organizational and problem-solving skills are required.
Duration: Initially for one year and extension based on review.
If you are interested in applying for the above research position, please send the following
documents, with a clear reference to the job number listed above & to the following email
address: jobs@tigs.res.in
– Cover letter with CV with email, phone number and contact details of 2 referees
– Why you should be hired for this position and research interests (one-page max)
Please note, emails with only attached CV will NOT be considered. (Applicants must list Job no RA-10 in their application to be considered)
Application Deadline: May 07, 2022