Post Doctoral Researcher At Amrita University
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham is a multi-disciplinary, research-intensive, private university, educating a vibrant student population of over 24,000 by 1700+ strong faculty accredited with ‘A++’ grade by NAAC. With its extensive network of eight campuses spread across Amaravati, Amritapuri, Bengaluru, Chennai, Coimbatore, Kochi, Mysuru, and NCR Delhi (Faridabad), Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham stands as one of India’s preeminent private educational institutions.
Position: Post Doctoral Researcher 1
Project Title: Centres for Antimicrobial Optimization Network: India (CAMO-Net India)
Location: Faridabad, New Delhi
Qualifications:
- Bioengineering/Biotechnology/Molecular biology (PhD)
- Proven expertise in developing rapid diagnostic platforms for Point of Care testing (PoC)
- Strong research background with knowledge of molecular biology techniques
- Experience in working at a standard diagnostic facility at a hospital or clinical environment is highly desirable
Key Responsibilities:
- Co-develop, with our CAMO-Net UK partners, frugal, point of care solutions which are contextually appropriate and address local infectious disease threats, with an initial focus on diarrhoeal diseases.
- Development and evaluation of PoC diagnostics (chips, paper-based, etc.) for enabling rapid pathogen identification and resistance patterns
- Development and evaluation of PoC diagnostics for estimation of concentrations of antimicrobials with narrow therapeutic drugs
- Optimize and refine diagnostic platforms for enhanced sensitivity, specificity, and speed.
- Collaborate across a multidisciplinary team of CAMO-NET to integrate research inputs, international expertise, and to ensure practical applicability
Benefits:
- Exposure to cutting edge research and advanced techniques in PoC testing and development across a global research network
- Opportunities for advanced training under international expertise
- You will be part of a supportive, inclusive and productive work environment with emphasis on team dynamics and international collaborations.
How to Apply:
The Principal Investigator for the project at Amrita University is Dr Sanjeev K Singh, Resident Medical Director, Amrita hospitals, Faridabad. Interested candidates meeting the specified criteria are invited to submit their resumes to [email protected] and [email protected] with “CAMO: Post doctoral researcher 1” in the subject line. Shortlisted candidates will be notified.
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