National Institute of Malaria Research NIMR jobs - Consultant Publication

Advt.No. NIMR/Admn/P&I/646/2013

Applications are invited for engagement of a full time Consultant (Publication) (Scientific/Technical–Non-Medical) purely on contractual basis, for a period of one year (extendable as per suitability and requirement) in the Publication Division of ICMR–National Institute of Malaria Research, New Delhi. 

Essential Criteria: Professionals should have Master’s Degree in Life sciences, and
Documented knowledge of vector borne diseases, print-production and editing/ processing of scientific journals; with published papers. OR Retired Govt. employees with Grade Pay of `4600/- and above and having at least 20 years’ experience in the required domain/field as mentioned in point 2 above.

Desirable Criteria:Two years’ experience in editing and processing of scientific journals/publications.

Diploma or other professional certification in publishing/print-production/writing.
Good command over English language; knowledge ofpeer-review system, print and production, computer and Adobe applications.  

Work Responsibilities:Screening and assignment of manuscripts, editing of accepted manuscripts to be published in the Journal of Vector Borne Diseases, copyediting, compilation and editing of annual reports plus other publications of the Institute and other related works assigned as per the requirements.

Consolidated Remuneration: Rs.25,000 – 1, 00,000/- per month depending upon the educational qualifications, relevant experience, last pay drawn and functional requirements.

Age Limit: Below 70 years as on 11/10/2019.