Aravind Medical Research Foundation (AMRF) was founded by Dr. G. Venkataswamy. The main mission of the AMRF is to eliminate needless blindness by providing evidence through research and evolving methods to translate existing evidence and knowledge into effective action. AMRF is a multidisciplinary research community and a registered society, recognized as a Scientific and Industrial Research Organization (SIRO) by Department of Scientific and Industrial Research (DSIR), Govt. of India, which conducts basic research to gain insights about vision science and commitment to finding new ways to reduce the burden of blindness.
Applications are invited from eligible candidates for a post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) or a post of Senior Research Fellow (SRF) at the Department of Proteomics, Aravind Medical Research Foundation in the following areas:
1. Evaluation of novel methods for the prevention of keratoconus
2. Understanding the disease pathogenesis in fungal keratitis
Duration: 1 year
Qualification:
- The essential qualification for JRF post is M.Sc/M.Tech in any branch of Life Sciences with NET qualification.
- Those without NET qualification will be considered as Project Fellow. For SRF positions, 2 years work experience as JRFs will be considered.
- Selected candidates will be paid fellowship as per existing norms of the funding agencies.
- Shortlisted candidates will be intimated by e-mail regarding the interview.
How to apply:
Candidates are requested to apply through online mode:
Click here to submit the online application
Any queries can be addressed to Dr. O.G.Ramprasad, Department of Proteomics, Aravind Medical Research Foundation, No 1, Anna Nagar Madurai – 625 020.
E-mail: [email protected]
Candidates should apply by online on or before 6th Oct, 2016. Only Short listed candidates will be intimated for a personal interview.
