The National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS) - Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR), Bangalore is a premier research Centre carrying out frontier research in the biological sciences. NCBS has set up a facility for the development and application of electron microcopy (EM) technology for biology related research. These include EM instrumentation as well as sample preparation facilities.
We are looking for a Technical Officer to assist scientists in Imaging (Cryo and room temperature) and tomography. The role will be based in the EM facility. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the activities of the facility and the main objectives will be:
Maintenance of the TEM laboratory and taking care of day to day operations.
Operating of the TEM and SEM in all modes.
Preparation of samples for electron microscopy.
Participate in developing sample preparation technologies within the facility
Interaction and training the students.
To use the software for Image analysis.
Qualifications:
Essential
1. Basic degree in one of the sciences with minimum 70% marks.
2. Ability to use computers and advanced soft-wares.
3. Work experience of 0-2 years in a research based set up in using advanced Electron Microscopy techniques during studies or Advanced diploma in computers/related subjects
Desirable
Experience in the use/operation of Electron Microscopes.
Experience in usage of advanced software for reconstruction/analysis.
Age limit : Below 28 years
The selected candidates will be required to join immediately. In deserving cases, salary will not be constraint for candidates with good qualification and relevant experience.
Interested candidates may send their typed applications on plain paper in the following format with true copies of relevant certificates/ testimonials in support of their qualifications, experience etc. so as to reach Administrative Officer(Establishment) NCBS/TIFR, GKVK, Bellary Road, Bangalore- 560065 on or before 30th September 2014.
1.Full name 2. Address for Correspondence 3. Permanent Address 4. Nationality 5. Date of Birth 6. Educational Qualifications with complete details 8. Experience with complete details 9. Names, Addresses, Telephone Numbers, Fax Number and Email Address of two Professional Referees ( one must be a Direct Supervisor) who have supervised your work in the recent past (attach conduct certificates from them) 10. Scale of pay and Basic pay drawn with details of allowances 11. Any other relevant information.
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