Walk in interview for Junior Research Fellow at SCTIMST

Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences & Technology (SCTIMST), Thiruvananthapuram is an Institute of National Importance  established by an Act  of the Indian Parliament  and  under the 2 administrative control of the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India. The Institute signifies the convergence of Medical Sciences and Technology and its mission is to enable the indigenous growth of biomedical technology, besides demonstrating high standards of patient care in medical specialties and evolving postgraduate training programs.

Post : Junior Research Fellow

For a DBT Project entitled : “The Role of NMDA and Dopamine receptors in the Spinal Pain Pathways” (P-8118)

Qualification (Essential)
M.Sc. in Lifesciences (Neuroscience / Biochemistry / Physiology / Biotechnology / Zoology etc.) with NET

Experience (Desirable)
Skills in dissecting rodent brain/spinal cord & sectioning for electrophysiology / immunohistochemistry. Good animal handling skills (Rodents). Good knowledge in Neurobiology

Job Description : 
The project investigates the role of NMDA and dopamine receptors in the spinal cord pain pathways. After dissecting the rodent spinal cord, will do whole cell patch clamp recordings and immunohistochemistry to study the pain pathways.

Monthly emoluments : Rs. 25,000/- + 20% HRA

Age limit as on 30.04.2018 : 35 years

Duration : 9 months or till the completion of the project

Date & Time of Interview : 07.05.2018 at 10.30 am
Time of reporting : 9 am
Venue :  Biomedical Technology Wing, Satelmond Palace,
Poojappura, Thiruvananthapuram-695 012

Those who fulfil the above requirements may report for a written test/ interview as per the above schedule along with bio-data and original certificates to prove age, qualifications, experience etc. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview. Candidates reporting after 9.15 am will NOT be considered for selection. Candidates already in service have to produce a No Objection Certificate from the present employer at the time of interview.

Note : Depending on the number of candidates, a written test of a qualifying nature will be conducted for initial screening and only qualified candidates will be called for interview. Marks obtained in the written test, if conducted, will not be counted for final ranking.