Scientist or Senior Scientist at M.S. Swaminathan Research Foundation, Chennai, India

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Designation/Position- Scientist or Senior Scientist

M.S. Swaminathan Research Foundation, Chennai, India, invites applications for Scientist or Senior Scientist from eligible and interested candidates

About- The M. S. Swaminathan Research Foundation (MSSRF) was established in 1988 as a notfor-profit trust. MSSRF was envisioned and founded by Professor M. S. Swaminathan. The Foundation aims to accelerate use of modern science for agricultural and rural development for development and dissemination of technology to improve lives and livelihoods of tribal and rural communities. MSSRF follows a pro-poor, pro-women and pro-nature approach and applies appropriate science and technology options to address practical problems faced by rural populations in agriculture, food and nutrition. MSSRF is present in six states of India. Please visit our website for more information. http://www.mssrf.org.

Research/Job Area- Microbiology/ Biotechnology/Statistics/Agriculture/ Botany/ Life sciences

Location- M.S. Swaminathan Research Foundation, Chennai, India

Eligibility/Qualification–

Scientist or Senior Scientist

Essential Qualifications:Ph.D. with a minimum of three years post-doctoral experience in relevant research areas with relevant peer-reviewed publications
Age Limit:  Above 35 yrs. 

Scientist or Senior Scientist – Statistics 

Scientist: Ph.D in Statistics / Econometrics with one-year post-doctoral experience in the relevant research areas with peer reviewed publications

Senior Scientist: Ph.D in Statistics/ Econometrics with minimum three years’ postdoctoral experience in relevant research areas with peer reviewed publications

Senior Scientist – Coastal Systems Research 

Ph.D in Marine Biology / Environmental Science/ Ecology with minimum three years’ post-doctoral experience in relevant research areas with peer reviewed publications  

Senior Scientist –  Biotechnology  

Position 1: Microbiology  Position 2: Plant Genetic Resources and Characterization

Position 1: M.Sc. in Microbiology/ Biotechnology/ with Ph. D in relevant field and three years’ post-doctoral research experience in Plant- microbe interaction and microbiome for enhancing plant and soil health 

Position 2: M.Sc. in Agriculture/ Botany/ Life sciences and Ph. D in relevant field with three years post-doctoral research experience in Plant Genetic Resources survey and characteristics

Job/Position Description- 

Scientist or Senior Scientist

Location :The selected candidates must be ready to work in any field locations of MSSRF (Refer Webpage for MSSRF field locations)
Probationary period:Six months 
Terms & Conditions:   Those candidates, who are already employed in any organization, should bring a “No Objection Certificate” from the present employer.
The candidates have to produce all the original certificates at the time of interview for verification  Upon selection, candidates are expected to join duty immediately.  Candidates can only apply either for Scientist or Senior Scientist within the given specialization. 

Scientist or Senior Scientist – Statistics 

Job Title:Scientist or Senior Scientist – Statistics 
Job Code:Scientist:PA2SS051222C Senior Scientist: PA2SSS051222C
Location Chennai 
Job Description:Provide statistical support to existing research projects Standardise existing database of MSSRF Contribute to draft technical documents and reports preparation and evaluation
Conduct period survey’s at MSSRF field sites to understand the impact of community based intervention Published scientific papers and technical reports 
Proficiency in statistical software programs, including SPSS, STATA and R.
Advanced knowledge of statistical methods, techniques, formulas, and tests.
Exceptional ability to interpret data and analyse trends Develop research project and fund raising in line with the programmes priority. 
Develop and strengthen collaborative partnership with research and development Data analysis and interpretation of data, research findings and preparation of reports and research papers for publications in reputed journals. 

Senior Scientist – Coastal Systems Research 

Job Title:Senior Scientist – Coastal Systems Research 
Job Code:Senior Scientist: PA2SSCSR051222C
Location Chennai
Job Description:Develop research project and fund raising in line with the programmes priority.  Develop and strengthen collaborative partnership with research and development Data analysis and interpretation of data, research findings and preparation of reports and research papers for publications in reputed journals.  The candidate is expected to manage ongoing research projects as well as develop new research proposals, manage the facilities, assist research groups   and train research students in their respective fields.

Senior Scientist –  Biotechnology  

Position 1: Microbiology  Position 2: Plant Genetic Resources and Characterization

Job Code: PA3SS291122C
Location Chennai
Job Description:Develop research project and fund raising in line with the programmes priority. 
Develop and strengthen collaborative partnership with research and development Data analysis and interpretation of data, research findings and preparation of reports and research papers for publications in reputed journals.
The candidate is expected to manage ongoing research projects as well as develop new research proposals, manage the facilities, assist research groups and train research students in their respective fields
Additional information for Research Fellowship holders:MSSRF encourages candidates with prestigious fellowships such as Ramalingaswami Fellow, SERB post-doc, NPDF etc. MSSRF is a recognized centre by University of Madras to carry out research leading to Ph. D degree for students and also by The Department of Scientific and Industrial Research (DSIR), Ministry of Science and Technology.   

How to Apply- 

Scientist or Senior Scientist

The candidates must provide information about their academic records, achievements and experience details. Candidates should also give the contact details of two referees with whom they have worked in the last 2 years.  MSSRF is a woman-friendly employer with a gender policy. Women candidates are encouraged to apply. Send the application by post or E-mail. The application must clearly indicate with Job code.

Kindly fill the google form: https://forms.gle/eFMKRnBtKC8Not2q9

Please send the applications by email before the last date to: M. S. Swaminathan Research Foundation

Third Cross Street, Institutional Area, Taramani, Chennai 600 113 email: admn@mssrf.res.in

Last Date for Apply– 02 January 2023

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