TIGS-CI Recruitment – Biological Sciences Research Assistant Position
TIGS-CI Recruitment – Biological Sciences Research Assistant Position. MSc Biological Sciences Apply. Interested and eligible applicants can check out all of the details on the same below
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Job Opening RA-07 (All applicants must list this number in their application to be considered)
The Tata Institute for Genetics and society, Centre at InStem (TIGS-CI) is a collaborative institution established to address some of India’s most pressing issues ranging from healthcare to agriculture. TIGS-CI is seeking applications from enthusiastic candidates to join as Research Assistant in the Disease Ecology and Environmental Surveillance team. Environment surveillance offers a powerful tool for monitoring disease in a population by detecting pathogens, shed by infected individuals. We aim to track the rise and fall in pathogen prevalence and diversity using sewage wastewater-based epidemiology (WBE), soil samples and human infection data. As an initial screening, we aim to start with the most prominent bacterial pathogens and other key infections reported in Bangalore. Successful candidates will be involved in ongoing research on pathogen diversity and distribution in the environment.
Name of the Post – Research Assistant
Number of positions – 01
Duration –
Initially for One year and extension based on satisfactory review.Roles and Responsibilities –
Research Assistant (RA-07) – This position is based in Bangalore but may require significant travelling within Bangalore.
- Processing of samples in BSL2 facility, RNA extractions
- Setting up of PCRs, Library preparation
- Maintenance of records and data analysis
How to Apply –
If you are interested in applying for this position, please send the following documents, with a clear reference to the job number listed above and addressed to the following email address – [email protected].
- Cover letter with CV containing your email, phone number, and contact details of 2 referees
- A statement detailing why you should be hired for this position and your research interests (one-page maximum)
Please note, emails with only attached CV will NOT be considered. (Applicants must list Job no RA-07 in their application to be considered)
Application Deadline – January 10, 2022
Essential Qualifications/Requirements –
- Master’s degree in any branch of biological science with 1-2 years of relevant research experience, preferably with bacterial pathogens.
- Preference will be given to candidates with experience in molecular biology and NGS library preparation.
- Ability to work both as part of a team, and independently, coupled with excellent communication, organizational and problem-solving skills are required.
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