Stanford-India Biodesign Internship Program 2012

Stanford-India Biodesign Internship Program 2012

Applications are invited for a 3-month internship in Stanford-India Biodesign (SIB) program at SIB center, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi.

SIB is a collaborative program between AIIMS, IIT Delhi and Stanford Biodesign, Stanford University, USA The goal of the program is to train the next generation of medical device innovation pioneers for India through hands on real-world projects of low-cost medical device innovation run by teams of SIB Fellows with support from consultants and interns. The program brings together engineers, doctors, product designers and business professionals on to one team to ensure successful identification, invention and implementation of solutions in the real world. The program is funded by Dept. of Biotechnology and Indo-US Science & Technology Forum.

This is an intensive 3 month program (extendable) consisting of hands-on training in Stanford’s pioneering Biodesign process for inventing medical technologies as the interns work on real world projects. It offers an opportunity to work in a unique, creative work culture.

Eligibility:
Both experienced professionals and fresh graduates with masters (preferred)/ bachelors in Engineering, Design, Medicine, Bioengineering, or business are encouraged to apply, with age not exceeding 40 yrs. Candidates with entrepreneurial aspirations are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to mechanical engineers and product designers for this year’s program.

Duration: 15th April 2012 to 15th July 2012 (Full time)

Stipend: Monthly stipend of Rs. 20,000/-. No additional allowances.

Documents to be submitted by email:

1. Curriculum Vitae (2 pages maximum) containing passport size photograph.
2.Statement of purpose for applying for the internship; What value addition to your skill-set do you seek to derive from the internship; describe an experience that demonstrates your inventiveness
3.Attach a non-confidential file showcasing a past innovative endeavor (optional)

Please email required documents to: stanford_india@yahoo.com with Subject: “SIB Internship 2012_”

Important dates:

Last date of application: 25th March 2012
Interview of shortlisted candidates at SIB center, Delhi: Last week of March, 2012.

Contact:
Program Assistant,
Stanford-India Biodesign Center,
Room 108, Old OT Block
AIIMS, New Delhi - 110029

For more information visit : http://biodesign.stanford.edu/bdn/india/

Symbiosis Biomedical Science Admissions 2011

Symbiosis School of Biomedical Sciences admission to M.Sc programme in

* Biomedical Sciences (Clinical Research / Drug Discovery and Development) Biotechnology, Microbiology, Nutrition and Dietetics

After successful completion of M.Sc., a few meritorious students will be offered fellowships to continue the integrated Ph.D Programme

Symbiosis School of Biomedical Sciences is a new initiative of Symbiosis International University under the faculty of Health Sciences, being established with a vision to develop and nurture the sharpest minds in Biomedical Research.

Dedicated to facilitating cutting-edge research for affordable healthcare solutions, Symbiosis School of Biomedical Sciences will offer state of the art instrumentation labs and technology platforms besides industry interface and the resources to facilitate high quality research and innovation.

Eligibility - B.Sc., B.Pharm, M.B.B.S, B.A.M.S, B.H.M.S, B.D.S, B.Tech, B.H.Sc.

Selection Procedure - Entrance Test followed by Personal interview.

Last date for application - 15th July, 2011.

For further information, call - 020 3911 6200
or email - info.ssbs@siu.edu.in

For more information visit : http://siu.edu.in/

Margdarshi Fellowship 2011

Margdarshi Fellowship 2011

The Wellcome Trust/DBT India Alliance launches a new fellowship scheme

Margdarshi Fellowship is an opportunity for outstanding established biomedical scientist in India or overseas to relocate to a non-profit research organisation in India

This scheme is to encourage established scientist to nucleate new centers of research in India

The Margdarshi Fellowship is for five years, and provides large and flexible funding for consumables,equipment,staff,travel to meeting and collaborative visits

To Apply-:
This scheme is for outstanding researchers and is expected to be fiercely competitive. Applicants are encouraged to contact the Office at margdarshi@wellcomedbt.org with their CV and relocation plans to be advised of their suitability for the Fellowship.

To apply, please download the application form and email a PDF copy of the complete form to margdarshi@wellcomedbt.org by the published deadline. The Sponsor has to complete and email their form to margdarshi@wellcomedbt.org. Hard copies of either form are not necessary. Please note that the Sponsor form has to come directly from the Sponsor and not from the applicant. A breach of confidentiality on this matter will disqualify the applicant.

Last Date to Apply-: 1 May 2011

For more information visit-: http://www.wellcomedbt.org/

Ph.D in Pharmaceutical Sciences by Delhi Institute Of Pharmaceutical Sciences And Research (DIPSAR)

Delhi Institute Of Pharmaceutical Sciences And Research (DIPSAR), invites applications for Ph.D in Pharmaceutical Sciences under Stipendiary category.

Selection will be based on a screening test to be conducted on 25th July 2008 at at DIPSAR , New Delhi

Eligibility : First Class Master Degree in any branch of Pharmaceutical or Biomedical Sciences recognized by UGC/AICTE.

Preference will be given to those candidates having minimum one research publication in journals of repute.

How To Apply:
The applicants are required to submit application on plain paper along with biodata (with attested photograph) to the office of DIPSAR in person or by post. Candidates are required to attach a brief summary (200 words) about their research interest / experience A Xerox copy of testimonials and application fee of Rs.500/- as demand draft in favour of Director, DIPSAR ( payable at Delhi) along with application should reach the institute latest by 23rd July 2008.

Contact:
DIPSAR
PUSHP VIHAR,
SECTOR –III,
M.B.ROAD, NEW DELHI -1100017.
Ph 91-11-29554649, 29553771 Fax: 91-11-29554503.
www.dipsar.in