Contractual Scientist Position at Project Scientist Level in Life Science Division

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Institute of Advanced Study in Science and Technology, an Autonomous Institute under the Department of Science and Technology, Govt. of India, invites applications from well-qualified Indian nationals for a contractual scientist position at the level of Project Scientist in the Life Science Division of IASST. The position is temporary, initially for 11 months, which may be extended based on availability of fund and performance and may be terminated with one-month notice without giving any reason. The selected candidate will be entitled to medical benefits and leave as per the IASST policy. However, he/she will not be provided bonuses, gratuity, or leave travel concessions. The role of the scientist will include liaising with funding agencies for the establishment and operationalization of the research facilities, facilitating the ongoing research and development activities on fermented foods and beverages and phytopharmaceuticals ensuring that the development and marketing of functional foods continue smoothly, assisting, and coordinating between the self-help groups etc. and any other activities assigned by the controlling officer. The institute encourages faculty interaction with industry, other research, and professional institutions. Consultancy is encouraged at IASST, and liberal consultancy policies are in practice. Facilities for research and development activities exist in all the departments. These are being continuously modernized with modern equipment and services. Good facilities also exist for computing. The institute has a well-stocked library. A technology business incubator hosted by the Institute, called the ISVEC, promotes technology-based entrepreneurship. Persons employed in Government/Semi-Government organizations or Educational Institutions must apply through proper channels and provide a No Objection Certificate while applying, without which application will not be considered. However, an advance copy of the application can be submitted. The Institute reserves the right to fill or not to fill the post advertised. The prescribed essential qualifications are the minimum, and mere possession of the same does not entitle candidates to be called for an interview. Where the number of applications received in response to the advertisement is large, the institute, at its discretion, may restrict the number of candidates to a reasonable limit based on qualifications/experience higher than the minimum prescribed in the advertisement after a screening process through a duly constituted committee. A list of candidates shortlisted and not shortlisted for personal interviews shall be notified on the institute website. No correspondence will be entertained from candidates regarding the conduct and result of the interview and reasons for not being called for an interview. No TA/DA will be provided for appearing in the interview. Shortlisted candidates may also have to present their work, if required. Canvassing in any form will disqualify the candidates. The institute reserves the right to alter/insert any corrections/additions in the advertisement/website in case of any typological error before the last date prescribed for the online application. The institute reserves the right to fill up or not to fill up any of the vacancies without assigning any reason. All disputes shall come under the Guwahati jurisdiction.

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Pay Scale: ₹75,000-80,000 per month. Grade Pay: ₹0 (Consolidated). Level: Not specified. Allowances: Medical benefits and leave as per the IASST policy. Total Package: Approximately ₹75,000-80,000 per month.

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