ICRISAT seeks applications from a dynamic and highly innovative Cell and Molecular Biologist to undertake research on plant genetic engineering and trait development on legumes and cereal crops of the semi-arid tropics. The position will be based in ICRISAT Headquarters in Patancheru, Telangana in India.
Associate Scientist – Plant Biology/ Molecular Biology
Essential Criteria: Ph.D. degree in biotechnology and/or plant sciences with 0-2 years post-doctoral experience in plant tissue culture, development of transgenic crops, and their evaluation under greenhouse/confined fields.
Working experience with groundnut, pigeonpea, chickpea, sorghum, pearl millet, finger mille or other cereal crops is desirable with an interest in both basic research and development-oriented research involving these crops.
Fluency in spoken and written English, and excellent communication skills.
Knowledge of international biosafety and food safety regulations, intellectual property rights, principles of biosafety procedures for transgenic crops, and translational research is highly desirable.
Conceptual and report writing skills and record of international peer-reviewed publications in refereed journals.
Should have aptitude to work collegially and collaboratively in diverse, multicultural environments.
General: This is a Locally Recruited Staff (LRS) position for three years renewable based on the performance of the incumbent and the institute’s continuing need for the position.