Applications are invited for the position of Project Technical Assistant (03 positions) under the ICMR-funded CAR project titled: “Rational Design of High-Efficiency Recombinant AAV Vectors for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Treatment”
Position Details:
Position Title: Project Technical Assistant
Duration: Three years (A minimum commitment of three years is required)
Location: GROW Laboratory, Narayana Nethralaya Foundation, Narayana Health City, Bangalore
Eligibility Criteria:
Qualifications:
- – Master’s degree in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, or related field.
– Candidates with prior laboratory experience will be preferred. - -Age limit: 30 years
Essential Experience (Candidates must have experience in at least some of the following areas):
- Mammalian cell culture and aseptic techniques
- Basic molecular biology techniques (PCR, qPCR, gel electrophoresis, etc.)
- Plasmid isolation and bacterial culture
- Protein handling techniques including SDS-PAGE and western blotting
- Microscopy and tissue staining techniques
- Sample preparation and basic analytical techniques
- Assisting in laboratory organization and data documentation
Job Responsibilities:
- Assist in cell culture, molecular biology, and protein-based experiments
- Support senior researchers in vector production and quality control procedures
- Help in clinical sample processing and documentation
- Maintain laboratory inventory, records, and assist with general lab operations
- Coordinate with team members for smooth execution of experiments
Additional Requirements:
- Good communication and organizational skills
- Ability to work as part of a team and willingness to learn new techniques
- Attention to detail and adherence to laboratory protocols and safety guidelines
Fellowship/Salary: As per ICMR norms
Application Process:
Interested and eligible candidates may submit their updated bio-data (CV) along with contact details of two referees who are willing to provide reference letters (if shortlisted), to the email address below. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
Note:
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
- In-person interview participation is encouraged.
Applications are invited for the position of Project Research Scientist – III (Non-Medical) (03 positions) under the ICMR-funded CAR project titled: “Rational Design of High-Efficiency Recombinant AAV Vectors for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Treatment”
Position Details:
Position Title: Project Research Scientist – III (Non-Medical)
Duration: Three years (A minimum commitment of three years is required)
Location: GROW Laboratory, Narayana Nethralaya Foundation, Narayana Health City, Bangalore
Eligibility Criteria:
Qualifications:
- – PhD in any branch of Biology, Biotechnology, or Biomedical Sciences.
– Candidates with a PhD and demonstrated hands-on laboratory experience with publications will be given preference.
Essential Experience (Candidates must have experience in at least some of the following areas):
- Mammalian cell culture, transfection, and aseptic techniques
- Plasmid production, bacterial culture, and quality control
- Molecular biology techniques (cloning, PCR, qPCR, etc.)
- Protein isolation, immunoblotting, tissue staining, and microscopy
- Chromatography techniques including ion exchange and affinity chromatography (experience with AKTA preferred)
- Experience with viral vectors, mammalian gene cloning, bioreactor culture
- Animal handling and tissue experiments (mice)
Job Responsibilities:
- Production and validation of recombinant AAV vectors
- Mammalian cell culture, vector transduction (in vitro and in vivo)
- Plasmid preparation, quality control, and genotyping
- Processing and biobanking of clinical samples
- Participation in collaborative experimental work at core facilities (may require travel)
Additional Requirements:
- Strong communication skills with the ability to write scientific reports and present research findings
- Team-oriented with experience in collaborative research environments
- Willingness to contribute to experimental planning and the development of new project ideas
Fellowship/Salary : As per ICMR norms
Application Process:
Interested and eligible candidates may submit their updated bio-data (CV) along with contact details of two referees who are willing to provide reference letters (if shortlisted), to the email address below. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
Note:
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
- Candidates may request for an online interview, though in-person participation is encouraged.
For queries related to the project, please contact:
Dr. Arkasubhra Ghosh
GROW Laboratory, Narayana Nethralaya Foundation
Narayana Health City, 258/A, Bommasandra, Hosur Road,
Bangalore – 560099, Karnataka
Email: growlabjobs@narayananethralaya.com