DBT-Research Associateship 2017-2018

DBT-Research Associateship 2017-2018

Applications are invited from Indian Nationals for the award of “DBT-Research Associatcship” for pursuing research in frontier areas of Biotechnology and applied biology. The Associateship is tenable in Research Institution/ Universities including non-profit R&D Institutions within India. The Associateships are awarded under a program sponsered by the Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India.

Eligibility :

The applicants should hold a Ph.D degree in Science, Engineering or M.D or M.S. (Medicine) degree in any area of medicine with research interests in Biotechnology and Life Sciences and a good academic record. The Associatcship can be availed within 2 years of the award of Ph.D./M.D./M.S. (Medicine) degree; however, may be relaxable (by 2 years) in case of in-service candidates. Those who have already submitted the Ph.DJM.DJM.S. (Medicine) thesis are also eligible to apply (attach proof of submission from the Registrar / Controller of examinations). The applicants should be below the age of 40 years and 45 years in case of women and in-service candidates. Persons already employed arc also eligible to apply. However, their applications should be routed through their employers.

Award details :

The Research Associateship is a purely temporary assignment and is tenable for a period of 2 years. In exceptional cases, depending upon the progress of the research, the Associateship may be extended upto 5 years. In both cases, renewal is subject to satisfactory annual academic progress. Each fellow would be entitled to a stipend in the range of Rs.36,000-40,000/- per month and a research contin ency grant of Rs.50,000 per year, payable to the host Institution. Candidates who are yet to be awarded the Ph.D./M.D./M.S. (Medicine) dcgrcc, if selected will be paid Rs.28,000/- per month till award of the degree. The associate would also be entitled to HRA and other benefits as per the DST guidelines applicable to Research Associatcship. The Associateships normally are not availed at the same Institution where candidates have earned their Ph.D./M.D./M.S. (Medicine) degree or with the doctoral thesis supervisor or continue on doctoral thesis work.

Selection procedure :

The candidates will be selected based on their C.V. and performance in the interview. The interview will be held at the Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, in November 2017.

To apply :

Candidates may submit then application on plain paper strictly as per the format available at here

The applicant is advised to propose his/her place of work, name of the supervisor, enclose one page synopsis of proposed research which must be compatible with the on-going research of the proposed supervisor, and his/her consent for availing the Associateship. They should also enclose a declaration stating that if selected for the Associateship, he/she will complete the tenure of the Associateship.

Applications should be addressed to: Co- ordinator DBT-Research Associateship Program, Department of Biochemistry, Indian Institute of Science Campus, Bangalore – 560 012. The last date for the same is October 6, 2017 and the envelope should be cleared marked as “DBT-Research Associateship”.

For more information visit : http://biochem.iisc.ernet.in/dbtra.html

Biotechnology Finishing School-BTFS Admissions 2012

Biotechnology Finishing School-BTFS Admissions 2012

Online applications are invited for admission to job-oriented one year Post Graduate Diploma programmes catering to the needs of Biotech-industry through the Biotechnology Finishing Schools- BTFS

This is a very unique initiative in India with enhanced placement opportunities in Biotech Sector. Launched by Govt. of Karnataka, the course is offered in different specializations in 12 well known institutions across the State. Selection will be done through an Online Entrance Test - KBAT, followed by an interview at Bangalore Details can be obtained from www.btfskarnataka.in/www.bangaloreitbt.in/KBITS

Eligibility : Candidates must have a minimum of 50% in Masters degree from Universities of the state or any other University recognized as equivalent in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Bioinformatics or any other life science related courses; B.E./B.Tech. – Biotechnology, Bioinformatics; Bachelor of Pharmacy, Agriculture, Veterinary, MBBS and BDS are also eligible to apply.

Candidates who have appeared for the M.Sc/B.E/MBBS and BDS final exams can also apply. Upon selection, a provisional degree certificate should be submitted to the respective colleges within two weeks of course commencement.

Fellowships of Rs 5000/- per month will be provided by Dept. of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India for the candidates selected

Important Dates :

Last Date to Submit Application : 2nd August 2012

Online Exam : 6th - 7th August 2012

Results of Online Exam : 9th August 2012

Interviews at Bangalore : 23rd - 25th August 2012

For more information visit : http://www.btfskarnataka.org/

BIRAC-Biotechnology Ignition Grant 2012

BIRAC-Biotechnology Ignition Grant 2012

BIRAC invites proposal under BIG scheme to encourage and support Biotech Entrepreneurs

The Biotechnology Ignition Grant (BIG) scheme is for potential entrepreneurs from Academia, start-ups or an Incubatee (Researchers, PhDs, Medical degree holders, Biomedical Engg. Graduates) who have an exciting idea which may be in the nascent and planning stage and there is an unmet need for mentorship and initial funding. The Biotechnology Ignition Grant would help to support and nurture these high risk early starters and their concepts.

The aim of BIG scheme is to provide support to entrepreneurs to validate proof of concept and enable creation of spin-offs

Eligibility:

i. Biotechnology start-ups / entrepreneurs OR Incubatee; Students, Academician and Scientists (Research Institute/University/Public, Not for profit Organization, Private funded) with an exciting idea which may be in the nascent and planning stage can apply under this scheme.

ii. The Applicant must be either an Incubatee located in an incubator OR have a registered company with a functional R&D laboratory

iii. If the registered company does not have a functional Laboratory of its own, then it should be incubated in an Incubator which has a functional laboratory.

a. A Company is defined as one which is registered under the lndian Companies Act 1956 and in which more than 51 % of the ownership is held by lndian Citizens (including NRls)

b. Start-up Company is defined as one which is incorporated in the last 3 years.

For more information visit : http://www.birac.nic.in/

DBT Tata Innovation Fellowship 2011

DBT Tata Innovation Fellowship 2011

Tata Innovation Fellowship, a highly competitive scheme instituted by the Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science & Technology, Govt. of India to recognize and reward scientists with outstanding track record in biological sciences and a deep commitment to find innovative solutions to major problems in health care, agriculture and other areas related to life sciences and biotechnology.

The scheme is aimed at rewarding interdisciplinary work where major emphasis is on innovation and translational research with a potential towards commercialization.

Eligibility :
i) The fellowship is open to Indian Nationals residing in India who are below the age of 55 years as on 21st November, 2011.
ii) The applicant should possess a Ph.D degree in Life Sciences, Agriculture, Veterinary Science or a Master’s degree in Medical Sciences, Engineering or an equivalent degree in Biotechnology / related areas. The applicant must have put in several years of work in the specific area.
iii) The candidate must have a regular position in a University/Institute/Organization and should be engaged in research and development. If he/she is availing any other fellowship, he/she will have to opt for only one of the fellowships.
iv) The applicant should have spent at least 5 years in India before applying for the fellowship.

Nature of Support :
i) The amount of the fellowship is Rs. 20,000/- per month in addition to regular salary from the host institute (Revision of fellowship to Rs. 25,000/- p.m. is under consideration). If an awardee is receiving salary from international organization, he will be entitled for research grant i.e. contingency only.

ii) In addition, each Fellow will receive a contingency grant of Rs. 5.00 lakh per annum for meeting the expenses on consumables, equipment, international and domestic travel, manpower and other contingent expenditure to be incurred in connection with the implementation of ongoing research project under the fellowship.

iii) The Tata Innovation Fellows would be eligible for other regular research grant(s) through extramural and other research schemes of various S&T agencies of the Government of India.

To Apply :
Application (one copy) may be sent as per proforma downloadable from DBT website (www.dbtindia.nic.in) and duly forwarded by the competent authority to Dr. A. K. Rawat, Joint Director, Department of Biotechnology, Block-2, CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi -110 003, latest by 21st November, 2011. Other details regarding the proforma may be seen at www.dbtindia.nic.in.

For more information visit : http://dbtindia.nic.in/

National Bioscience Awards for Career Development 2011

National Bioscience Awards for Career Development 2011

The Department of Biotechnology (DBT) invites nominations of scientists who are engaged in basic and applied research in Biosciences & Biotechnology including Biological, Agricultural, Medical, and Environmental Sciences and have made outstanding contributions in research with potential for application/ product and technology development, for ‘National Bioscience Awards for Career Development for the year 2011’.
The award is to recognize outstanding contributions of young scientists below 45 years of age in basic and applied research and to provide grant for research for their career development.

Nature of the Award:

Upto 10 awards per year will be given. Each award carries a cash prize of `. 1,00,000/- and a trophy alongwith a citation and a project research grant of `.9,00,000/- @ `.3,00,000/- per year for a period of three years for career development.

The details of the Award, eligibility criteria, and proforma for nomination are available at. http://www.dbtindia.gov.in/index.asp

To Apply :
The nominations (10 copies) neatly typed in double space on plain paper in the prescribed proforma complete with enclosures should reach on or before 30th October, 2011 to Mr. K.M. Kutty, Deputy Secretary, Department of Biotechnology, Room No. 807, 8th Floor, Block-II, CGO Complex, Lodi Road, New Delhi – 110 003 and a soft copy in MS-Word .doc file to be e-mailed to km.kutty@nic.in.

For more information visit : http://dbtindia.nic.in/

DBT Crest Award 2011-2012

DBT Crest Award 2011-2012

Department of Biotechnology Crest Award 2011-2012

(Cutting-edge Research Enhancement and Scientific Training award) (Formerly known as Biotechnology Overseas Associateship)

Department of Biotechnology invites applications for the DBT Crest Award (Department of Biotechnology - Cutting-edge Research Enhancement and Scientific Training - Award) formerly known as Biotechnology Overseas Associateship (BTOA) programme.

DBT Crest Award aims to promote capacity building in cutting edge areas of biotechnology and life sciences. The Award will promote and support scientists or highest merit in their pursuit of skill enhancement in scientific research/training in Overseas laboratories.

DBT-Crest Award for promotion of scientific excellence in the state of Jammu and Kashmir - Five (5) DBT Crest Awards would be awarded to scientists/researchers holding permanent / regular position in Government recognized research and academic institutions/universities actively engaged in biotechnology or related R&D work in the state of J&K. Awards are meant for promotion of scientific excellence in the state of Jammu and kashmir.

Applications are invited for the award of DBT-Crest (2011-2012) and DBT-Crest Award for promotion of scientific excellence in the state of Jammu and Kashmir (2011-12) for the period of one to twelve months. For details regarding broad areas, eligibility criteria and procedure for application pl refer to DBT website - http://dbtindia.nic.in.

For more information visit : http://dbtindia.nic.in/

RCB Young Investigator Awards July 2011

RCB Young Investigator Awards July 2011

Regional Centre for Biotechnology-RCB Young Investigator Award 2011

RCB-Young Investigator Awards are designed to identify and nurture outstanding young scientists with innovative ideas and desirous of pursuing research in frontier areas of biotechnology related (but not limited) to structural, systems and synthetic biology, nano science & technology, cellular and molecular biology, disease biology, and data-intensive discovery research, under the mentorship of senior faculty at the Regional Centre for Biotechnology. Young scientists (below the age of 35) having PhD degree (or likely to complete in next 3 months) in any discipline of natural sciences are eligible to apply.

The award shall be initially for the duration of three years, subject to annual review. It may be further extended for additional two years, based on a review by a committee of experts. The award carries a consolidated stipend of Rs. 40,000/-per month. The awardee shall not be entitled to draw any other fellowship or salary.

Interested candidates may submit their application by filling the application form available on the website (www.rcb.res.in) to email id: registrar@rcb.res.in. Copy of the application should be sent by registered post to The Registrar, Regional Centre for Biotechnology, 180 Udyog Vihar Phase 1, Gurgaon-122016. Haryana, India so as to reach by 31st July 2011. Only short listed candidates will be invited for an interview for the final selection.

Last date for receipt of completed applications is 31st July 2011

For more information visit: http://www.rcb.res.in/

DBT TWAS Fellowships in Biotechnology

DBT TWAS Fellowships in Biotechnology

Department OF Biotechnology India-DBT
Third World Academy of Sciences-TWAS

DBT India joins TWAS in promoting South-South cooperation in science through Biotechnology fellowships for doctoral and postdoctoral studies.

Department of Biotechnology (DBT) ,Govt of India has entered into an agreement with Third World Academy of Sciences ( TWAS) to provide 50 fellowships annually in biotechnology for doctorate and post-doctorate studies to students from developing countries. Fellowship recipients will study at Indian universities and research institutes. The programme will be administered in collaboration with the International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (ICGEB).The application forms can be viewed and downloaded on the DBT and TWAS websites . Last date for submission of completed Applications to the TWAS office is 31st August of each year

For more information visit-: http://dbtindia.nic.in/uniquepage.asp?id_pk=676

Energy Biosciences Overseas Fellowship 2010-2011

Energy Biosciences Overseas Fellowship 2010-2011

Opportunity for Scientist of Indian Origin

Continuous Induction Program throughout year.

Energy Biosciences Overseas Fellowships”, a re-entry scheme of the Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India.

Objective-:

The scheme is aimed at bringing back scientists of Indian origin working outside the country in the fields of energy related biological sciences and other areas related to bioenergy, and who are desirous of pursuing R&D in an Indian institution.

Eligibility-:

The applicant should possess a Ph. D in relevant areas and/or an outstanding track record reflected in publications and other recognitions.
3. Only candidate of Indian origin working overseas are eligible to apply. Those who have already returned to India and are working in India are not eligible.

About the fellowship-:

Energy Biosciences Overseas Fellows can take up fellowship at any of the scientific institutes/ university in India and the application should be supported by the competent authority of the host Institute.

Selected awardees will receive a fellowship amount of Rs. 75,000/ pm (consolidated) and a contingency grant of Rs. 5,00,000 / year for purchase of consumables, minor equipment, international and domestic travel, engaging manpower and other contingent expenditure to be incurred in connection with the implementation of research project. However, the host institute/university where applicant proposes to work can consider giving additional benefits (e.g. HRA/housing, medical allowance, leave travel allowance and other benefits) as applicable to regular faculty.

In case an awardee finds a suitable permanent position during the tenure of the fellowship at any research institute/ university, he or she can take up the job. In that case, he/she will have to opt for either the fellowship or salary. However, she/he can continue to avail the contingency grant with prior approval of DBT.

Awardees are also eligible to apply for research grants to any of the funding agencies. However, the Co-PI has to be a permanent employee of the host institution.

Duration-:

The duration of the fellowship will be for a period of 5 years. In exceptional cases, the duration of the award may be extended by another 5 years.

How to apply-:

Under Continuous Induction Program, application for “Energy Biosciences Overseas Fellowship” position can be sent throughout year. Applications received on or before following dates shall be considered in ensuing phase.
On or before: 30th September, 2010 and 31st March, 2011

Application in prescribed format, duly complete with letter from the Indian Institute of choice (hosting Institute) where the awardee wishes to work should be sent to DBT-ICT-Centre for Energy Biosciences, Institute of Chemical Technology, University under Section 3 of UGC ACT 1956, Nathalal Parikh Marg, Matunga, Mumbai 400 019, India (email: dbt.uict.ceb@gmail.com*)* Other details regarding the fellowships may be seen at: http://www.udct.org OR http://www.dbtindia.nic.in.

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

Stanford India Biodesign International Fellowships 2011

Stanford India Biodesign International Fellowships 2011

One year Fellowship (starting January 2011) full time at the Stanford University, the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) and Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi. Fellows will receive tuition, stipend, travel and health benefits. Fellows are mentored by experts in the US and India. The SIB Fellowship Programme is sponsored by the Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India, and Stanford University USA in partnership with the Indo-US Science and Technology Forum.

Indian citizen able to devote full one year at the Stanford University USA and the SIB Centre, AIIMS New Delhi, Candidates with graduate or postgraduate (engineers, doctors, business professionals and others) having passion for invention and early-stage development of new medical technologies addressing the clinical needs in India. Queries may be addressed to info@sibiodesign.org.

Application - Apply online

Deadline - May 15 ,2010

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

RGCB PhD in Biotechnology admission 2010

Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology-RGCB PhD admission 2010

Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology (RGCB) has major research programs in Disease Biology & Molecular Medicine as well as Plant Biotechnology & Discovery. Applications are invited from Postgraduates in Life Sciences, Chemical Sciences, Biotechnology, Agriculture and Veterinary Sciences for our PhD program, currently affiliated to University of Kerala.

General category applicants must have First Class or above throughout and a valid Research Fellowship from UGC/CSIR/ICMR/KSCSTE or Category A of DBT and should be less than 28 years of age as on June 1 of 2010.

SC/ST candidates with a valid fellowship need to have only 50% marks, will be eligible for age relaxation as per rules, and are exempt from processing fees.

There is a fee of Rs. 500 (Rupees Five hundred only) for all general candidates. A Demand Draft drawn in favour of Director, RGCB and payable at Thiruvananthapuram should be enclosed along with the application. The name of the candidate and the telephone number should be written in pencil behind the DD.
SC/ST candidates are exempt from paying any fees.

To Apply-: Candidates interested in applying should download the application form, fill it completely and send it along with the required fees to:
Office of the Dean,
Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology
Thycaud P.O.
Thiruvananthapuram 695014

The completed application forms with the required attachments should reach the centre on or before December 14, 2009.
Please super-scribe the envelope as "Application for the Ph.D. Programme-January 2010"
Self attested copies of the Mark sheets and proof of Date of Birth and Award of Fellowship must be attached along with the application.
SC/ST candidates should attach a copy of Caste Certificate also along with the application. All original documents should be produced for verification at the time of Interview.

Completed applications along with the required fees may be submitted to the undersigned on or before December 14, 2009. Names of short-listed candidates will be put up on the RGCB website and will also be notified by email by December 21, 2009. A selection interview will be held at RGCB on Monday, January 11, 2010.

For more information visit-: http://rgcb.res.in/

Ramalingaswami Fellowship in Biotechnology

Department of Biotechnology Ramalingaswami Fellowship

The Department of Biotechnology has instituted a scheme known as “Ramalingaswami Fellowship” for scientists of Indian origin who are working outside the country in various fields of biotechnology, life sciences, bio-engineering and translational health science and all other related disciplines, and who are interested in taking up scientific research positions in India. Ramalingaswami fellows could work in any of the scientific institutions / universities in the country and would also be eligible for regular research grant through extramural and other research schemes of various S&T agencies of the Govt. of India.

SCOPE:
All areas of life sciences & biotechnology, bio-engineering, health Care (human and animal) and bio- energy will be covered under this fellowship.

ELIGIBILITY:
i) The fellowship is open to scientists, physician researchers and bio-engineers from all over the world.
ii) The applicant should possess a higher degree or equivalent, such as PhD in life sciences/ agriculture, bioinformatics, engineering, masters in engineering or technology/ medicine etc. and have adequate professional experience.
iii) Fellowships are very selective and applicants who have a proven/ outstanding track record as evident from research publications and recognitions would be eligible.
iv) In case a fellow is offered permanent position, He/She can only avail either fellowship or salary at a given time

NUMBER and DURATION: 15 fellowship per year would be awarded. The duration of the fellowship will be for a period of five years. In exceptional cases, the duration of the award may be extended by additional 5 years.

NATURE OF SUPPORT:
* The amount of the fellowship will be of Rs.75,000/- (consolidated), non-taxable per month
* Each awardee will, in addition, receive a contingency of Rs.500,000 per annum for purchase of consumables, minor equipment, international and domestic travel, engaging project staff and other contingent expenditure to be incurred in connection with the implementation of the project.
* The Ramalingaswami fellows will be eligible for regular Research Grants through the extramural and other research schemes of various S&T agencies of the Government of India. In that case, the Co-PI should be a regular faculty member.

OTHER SUPPORT:
* In addition, the awardee may negotiate for housing, leave travel concession, medical benefits and other benefits applicable to regular faculty of the Institute University.

MODE FOR SELECTION:
• Awardees can choose to work at any S&T institution including University Departments or other academic Institutions and National Laboratories in India, provided the Institution at which they wish to pursue research is willing to provide the necessary R&D, administrative and basic infrastructural support to facilitate research.
• DBT will also facilitate collaborative work with biotech industry upon request by the scientist during their work period in the institutes / university.
• Selection of Ramalingaswami Fellows will be made periodically by an empowered Selection Committee specially appointed for the purpose.
• The applications of scientists and technologists duly forwarded by the host Institutions would be received against an advertisement.

Last date to apply-: 31st July 2009
For more info & application visit-: http://dbtindia.nic.in/