IndiaBioscience is a program based out of the National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS), Bangalore that aims to catalyse the growth of biology within India, and to this end we work with academics, government, industry and the not-for-profit sector. The major funding of the program is from the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India. As part of the DBT funded program, IndiaBioscience is looking to appoint eligible personnel to the position advertised on contractual terms.
Major activities at IndiaBioscience include running the IndiaBioscience website through the science and education communication programs, continually updating with the latest news and opinions on life sciences scenarios in India, building a database of people and organizations, organizing Young Investigators’ Meetings (YIMs) and Regional Young Investigators’ Meetings, networking meetings with Indian or International organizations, workshops on skill-building, gender parity, promoting Indian life science in various platforms all over the world, etc.
IndiaBioscience consists of a small yet diverse and efficient team that works cohesively, efficiently, and dynamically to create an informed impact. Creativity, independence and teamwork are highly valued attributes of all team members. As part of IndiaBioscience, the appointed person will have the opportunity to collaborate with talented and dedicated colleagues and the research community across India and abroad while developing and expanding their career.
Job title: Project Co-ordinator – Scientific Design & Content for IndiaBioscience Program – NCBS to be based out of Bangalore
Role Summary: Operating under the guidance of the Executive Director, the Project Coordinator - Scientific Design and Content will be responsible for creating posters, graphics, and content that supports the development and execution of all IndiaBioscience activities and projects.
Essential Qualification and Experience:
1. Postgraduate degree in Science, Engineering or Technology with 2 years of relevant experience. A good understanding of the science and research ecosystem of India will be given preference.
2. The candidate will require to have advanced competency with graphic art, design, content creation, video editing, audio editing, ability to come up with new ideas. Advanced proficiency with graphic design tools such as Canva / Adobe Illustrator / Biorender is required.
3. The candidate will require to possess skills such as multitasking across projects at various stages, time management, high quality of work and attention to detail, ability to meet deadlines, turnaround work requests in a short timeline, and build competence with new and diverse software / platforms in a relatively rapid manner.
4. The candidate will be expected to undertake work-related travel for IndiaBioscience meetings, workshops, and presence and participation in the YIM meetings. Ability to be able to undertake travel as needed by the organisation / Executive Director is an essential requirement of this role.
Desired Experience:
A demonstration of collaborative skills and the ability to work effectively and accomplish goals in team settings will be advantageous.
Personal characteristics: The role is best suited to a candidate who is self-driven and adaptable, thrives in a dynamic work environment, and can be a quick learner and self-starter.
Number of position(s): 1 (One)
Age limit: 35 years as on 1st January 2024
Salary offered: Consolidated salary of Rs.42,000/- per month as per DST norms
Last for receipt of Online application: 25th March, 2024.
The selection process will involve an interview with short-listed candidates.
HOW TO APPLY:
Step 1: Interested candidates should register ONLINE through the link on our website using a valid email ID.
Step 2: You will receive a user ID and password on your registered email ID.
Step 3: Using your ID and password you can fill in the application by clicking on “Submit Application”
Step 4: Once you fill in the application you can SAVE or PREVIEW the application. Please Note: Any corrections should be made before you SAVE the application.
Step 5: After you SAVE, you can submit the application by clicking “SUBMIT”.
Step 6: All essential certificate is proof of your qualification, date of birth, experience, etc. Should be uploaded while submitting the Online application.
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