Postdoctoral in Bioinformatics, ICRISAT, India

Postdoctoral Position In International Crop Research Institute for Semi-Aid Tropical 

Job Description: 

Project funded by National Science Foundation (NSF), USA, and Generation Challenge Programme (GCP), Mexico, which are time bound. Requirements: Ph.D. in Bioinformatics/Life Sciences with the practical knowledge indicated in responsibilities. Responsibilities: Optimization of tools and development of pipelines for analysis of next generation sequencing (NGS) data, perl scripting, develop bioinformatic tools/ databases for sequence and gene expression analysis, actively associate in writing project reports and research articles, supervision of students and perform other related jobs from time to time. Knowledge in Java programming and database design is added advantage. 

Nature and duration: 

This position is a nationally recruited position and available only for Indian nationals for a period of one year initially, however extendable based on performance and need. 

Attractive remuneration package will be offered to the selected candidates for both the positions. For informal queries or to know more about the above positions, please contact Dr. Rajeev Varshney, Principal Scientist (Applied Genomics) and Co-ordinator/ Principal Investigator of the above mentioned projects at r.k.varshney@cgiar.org . 

How to Apply: 

The application should include an up-to-date resume, with photograph, names and addresses (including phone & e-mail) of three referees. Please send applications clearly stating the job title in the subject column, to Human Resources Services, ICRISAT, Patancheru, Andhra Pradesh 502 324, by E-mail to icrisatjobs@cgiar.orglatest by 25th August 2010. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.