NIMHANS Research Recruitment For MSc, MTech Life Sciences – Apply Now!
The National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS) is an institute of national importance located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. NIMHANS is dedicated to the study of mental health and neurology, conducting research and providing advanced education and training in the field.
Notification
Applications are invited from eligible candidates for the post of “Junior Research Fellow” (JRF) on a contract basis for the DBT funded project entitled “Assessment of Parkinson’s disease-associated LRRK2 I1371V mutation on astrocyte biology and function in the presence of extracellular alpha-synuclein using Indian Ethnicity Patient Specific iPSCs: implications in precision medicine for PD”. The project will be guided by Dr. Indrani Datta, Additional Professor, Department of Biophysics & Principal Investigator at NIMHANS.
Name of the post: Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
No. of posts: One
Essential Qualification: M.Sc OR M.Tech OR in any field of science/Life science/Biotechnology/Physiology/Biophysics/Biochemistry with a good academic record, and CSIR-NET/UGC/ICMR/INSPIRE qualification.
Additional Experience: Candidates with some experience in molecular biology are encouraged to apply.
Nature of Work: During the course of the project, candidate will learn to culture induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs), differentiation of iPSCs to dopaminergic neurons & astrocytes, Confocal imaging, Live cell fluorescence
imaging (for intracellular Ca2+ response, Store operated Ca2+ entry), Flow cytometry (immunophenotyping, apoptosis, mitochondrial membrane potential), Multi-Electrode array (MEA) for electrophysiology from iPSC derived dopaminergic neurons and in rodent midbrain slices. He/She will gain expertise in biochemical (WB and qRT-PCR) and other biophysical techniques (Ultracentrifugation, Spectrophotometry, Dynamic Light Scattering) too. The project will involve gene transfection. Candidates will be encouraged to apply for PhD (depending upon their performance, enthusiasm and research aptitude).Maximum Age Limit: 28 Years
Emoluments: Per Month Rs.31,000/- + 24% HRA = Rs.38,440/- per month
Duration of the Project: 3 years (Initial appointment will be made for a period of six months and will be extended further depending upon the performance of the candidate).
How to Apply:
Eligible candidates fulfilling the criteria may apply on a plain paper with the resume, age proof, and copy of the testimonials. The application should be addressed via email to [email protected]. Candidates who are currently working on projects (Extramural/Intramural) in NIMHANS should obtain a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Principal Investigator and mention the Notification number, date, email ID, contact number, and postal address. Applications received without these details will not be considered. The last date for receipt of filled-in application together with the relevant documents is 06-11-2023. Applications received later will not be entertained. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
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