RCB Young Investigator Awards 2018 With Stipend of Rs.75,000/- p.m.
RCB Young Investigator Awards 2018 Official Notification is out. Young Investigator Awards 2018 with a stipend of Rs.75,000/- p.m. If you are interested check out the eligibility and such on the RCB Young Investigator Awards 2018 that has been given below:
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Regional Centre for Biotechnology (RCB) is an institution of national importance, created by
an Act of Parliament, established by Government of India through the Department of
Biotechnology under the auspices of UNESCO. RCB has emerged as a pioneering institute for
research in Biotechnology and is defining new horizons in providing world-class education,
training and research at the interface of multiple disciplines for the benefit of mankind
RCB has a strong commitment to exploring new frontiers, furthering science and connecting
revolutionary areas of Biotechnology through cutting – edge research. The Centre boasts of
the state – of – the – art research laboratories at par with the global standards. Its Advanced
Technology Platform Centre (ATPC) is a highly sophisticated instrumentation facility
comprising of high throughput technology platforms such as Genomics, Proteomics, Mass
Spectrometry, Microscopy platforms including Electron Microscopy and Super
Confocal Microscopy, Molecular Interaction, and the Animal Experimentation Platforms. It is
also establishing a Bio-incubator in association with BIRAC that links promising research
outcomes to commercialization by nurturing technology development in the broad area of
biopharmaceuticals.
The Award :
The prestigious and unique Young Investigator Awards are designed to encourage young
scientists below 35 years of age, desirous of pursuing high-end research in frontier areas of
Biotechnology with an ultimate aim of finding solutions for challenges of the society. The
applicants should have received a doctorate in the last 3 years in a relevant discipline with
excellent publication record. Age relaxation of 5 years is made for candidates belonging to
SC/ST/OBC, Women and Physically Handicapped category.
The Duration : The duration of the Award is initially for a period of three years, with a rigorous annual review for continuation. Only in exceptional cases, based on outstanding performance, an extension of additional two years may be given
The Emoluments :
The Award carries a consolidated stipend of Rs.75,000/- per month. During this tenure, the awardee shall not be entitled to draw any other fellowship or salary in any form.
The Research Areas :
The Awards for the current round are tenable in the following areas:
a. Molecular Virology and Viral Pathogenesis
b. Molecular Biology, Immunology and Human Diseases
c. Proteostasis and Mechanisms of Neurodegeneration
d. Development, Stem Cells and Regeneration
How to Apply:
Online applications are invited as per details on RCB website www.rcb.res.in along with the
research proposal in any one of the above given research areas. The last date of submission
of application is 15.04.2018 by 5.30 pm. For any query, kindly contact the Registrar
office, Regional Centre for Biotechnology at [email protected] or 0129-2848800.
Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview.
Application Deadline – 15.04.2018 by 5.30 pm.
