Institute of Forest Genetics & Tree Breeding(Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education)

P.B. No.1061, Forest CampusR.S. Puram, Coimbatore – 641 002

Ph:0422-2484100No.02/2011-JRF

Recruitment of Junior Research Fellows and Field Assistants

Walk-in-interviews are proposed to be conducted to recruit Junior Research Fellows and Field Assistants for the research projects at Institute of Forest Genetics & Tree Breeding, Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu), as scheduled below:

For Junior Research Fellows:

Sl.No. Essential and Desirable Qualifications

No. of

Posts

Date of interview

01

Essential: 1st Class Master Degree in the following disciplines :Forestry/Botany/ Plant Sciences/ Biotechnology /Bio-Chemistry/ Microbiology/Microbial Biotechnology/ Gene Technology/Genomics/ Agricultural Microbiology/ Environmental Sciences.

Desirable : Please see the Institute's website for project-wise desirable requirement.

09 15.11.2011

Age : 28 years as on 15th November, 2011 (Relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC candidates).

Emoluments: Rs.12,000/- p.m

For Field Assistants:

Sl.No. Essential Qualifications

No. of

Posts

Date of interview

01 Essential: Pass in Higher Secondary (10+2) with Science 04 18.11.2011

Age : 25 years as on 18th November, 2011 (Relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC candidates).

Emoluments: Rs.7,000/- p.m For application and other details please visit our website: http://ifgtb.icfre.gov.in

DirectorIFGTB, Coimbatore-2

Institute of Forest Genetics & Tree Breeding(Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education)

P.B. No.1061, Forest Campus, R.S. Puram, Coimbatore – 641 002 (Tamil Nadu)No.02/2011/JRF

Recruitment of Junior Research Fellows/Field Assistants

Walk-in-interviews are proposed to be conducted to recruit Junior Research Fellows for the research projects at Institute of Forest Genetics & Tree Breeding, Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu) as detailed below:Junior Research Fellow(s):

Sl.No.

Essential and Desirable Qualification Name of the Research Project No. of Posts

Fellowship Date of interview1st Class Master Degree in the following

disciplines

01Microbiology Screening of blister bark disease resistance in

Casuarina equisetifolia clonesDr. A. Karthikeyan

01 Rs.12000/- 15.11.2011

02

Botany/Plant Science/Environmental Science/ Biotechnology/Forestry

Desirable: Previous research experience

Development of an inter-specific hybrid corymbia hybrid corymbia torelliana Corymbia citridoraDr. B. Nagarajan

02 Rs.12000/- 15.11.2011

03

Plant Sciences/Biotechnology/Biochemistry

Desirable: Experience in various DNA markers and general molecular techniques. Experience in SSR markers and general molecular biology techniques. Knowledge in Computer and Statistical Analysis.

Development of Genetic linkage maps and QTL analysis in Eucalyptus for adventitious and wood property traits.Dr. R. Yasodha

01

Rs.12000/-

15.11.2011

04 Microbiology/Microbial Biotechnology/ Agricultural microbiology

Desirable: Research experience in the field of micro flora associated with heavy metal or other polluted sites with specific reference to

Study of beneficial microbial interaction with trees in heavy metal contaminated sites in Tamil Nadu.

Dr. V. Mohan

01Rs.12000/-

15.11.2011

the techniques of isolation, identification and culture production.

Candidate should be able to undertake extensive field surveys in different areas in Tamil Nadu. Candidate can register for Ph.D.

05

Microbiology/Microbial Biotechnology/ Agricultural microbiology

Desirable: Research experience in the field of mycology/microbiology and plant pathology with reference to plant diseases and can able to isolate the organisms from the diseased specimens and maintenance of cultures and carry out other laboratory confirmation studies.

Candidate should be able to undertake extensive field surveys in different areas in Tamil Nadu. Candidate can register for Ph.D.

Assessment of disease problems of selected fast growing native tree species in Tamil Nadu.

Dr. V. Mohan

01

Rs.12000/-

15.11.2011

06

Biotechnology/Genomics/Gene technology

Desirable: 1 year research experience (or Post PG qualifications) in gene isolation, cloning or plant transformation.

Determination of target genes in Leptocybe invasa for engineering resistance in Eucalyptus through gene-silencing approaches.

Dr. N.V. Mathish

01

Rs.12000/-

15.11.2011

07

Botany/ForestryDesirable: Experience in field work like raising and assessing trial plots; willingness to travel and work in outdoor field stations.

Genetics Improvement of Casuarina species through second Generation Orchards

Dr. A. Nicodemus01

Rs.12000/-15.11.2011

08

Biochemistry

Desirable: Two years research experience in the field of phytochemistry which includes extraction, characterization of secondary metabolites with skill in handling GC/MS/MS and HPLC. Experience in handling insects is also preferable.

Candidates should be able to undertake extensive field surveys in the plantations and should know computer skill.

Prospecting bioactive compounds from certain flora: Biopesticides against papa mealy bug, Paracoccus emarginatus Williams and Granara de Willink in Tamil Nadu.

Dr. S. Murugesan

01

Rs.12000/-

15.11.2011

Terms and conditions :

1. Age limit is 28 years as on 15th November, 2011 (Relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC candidates).2. Candidates should submit their application downloaded from the website of this Institute, in person on the date of

interview from 08.00 AM to 10.00 AM. Applications submitted after 10.00 AM on the date of interview will not be entertained.

3. Emoluments: As mentioned against each project.4. The positions are temporary and co-terminus with the project.5. Candidates are advised to bring the bio-data duly filled in as per the prescribed format which can be downloaded from the

website address http://ifgtb.icfre.gov.in 6. Candidates desirous of attending the walk-in-interview should bring original testimonials on educational qualifications and

community certificate for verification. Attested copies of the same are to be attached with the bio-data form while appearing for the interview. Candidates without Provisional Certificate/Degree Certificate awarded by the Universities need not attend the interview.

7. No TA/DA will be paid for participating in the interview.Director

IFGTB,Coimbatore-2

Institute of Forest Genetics and Tree BreedingIndian Council of Forestry Research and Education

(An autonomous body of Ministry of Environment and Forests, Government of India)P.B. No. 1061, R.S. Puram, Coimbatore 641 002.

BIODATA FOR JUNIOR RESEARCH FELLOW

1. Position applied for : ________________________________

2. Name of the Project(s)/ Project No(s) :________________________________

________________________________

3. Name of the candidate : ________________________________

4. Father’s Name :________________________________

5. Date of birth : ________D ________M __________Yr.

(Attach attested copy of SSC / HSC certificate)

6. Age as on 01.06.2010 : ________Yr ________M ________D

7. Sex (√ ) :M F

8. Marital Status (√ ) : Married Unmarried

9. Whether belongs to SC / ST / OBC (√ ): SC ST OBC (Attach attested proof)

10. Address for communication :

Phone No. :Mobile No.E- Mail :

Affix Passport size Photograph

11. Permanent address :

Phone No. :

12. Educational qualifications :(Attach attested copies of mark sheet / certificates)

Qualifica-tion

Institution University/ Board

Year of Passing

Subjects Division / % of marks

Specializa-tion

Ph.D

M.Sc.

B.Sc.

HSC / +2

Any other

13. Whether receiving Scholarship / Fellowship from any agency? If yes, indicate:

Name ofthe

Employer

Project Title and Funding Agency

Post held

Salary drawn

Period Nature of work

From To

14. Are you under any contractual obligations to serve Central/State Govt/Any other Public Sector Undertaking or Autonomous body and if so, give details (attach NOC if applicable):

15. Whether appeared / qualified for NET (UGC/CSIR/ICAR) / SLET/GATE, if YES, enclose copy of certificate:

16. Language proficiency (√ ) :

Language Read Write SpeakHindiTamilMalayalamEnglish

17. Proficiency in computers (√ ):

MS Word Power point Excel Web Browsing Desktop printing

ASPNET DOT NET JAVA MYSQL PHP

18. Previous work experience (in bullet points): (Enclose copies of Experience certificates)

19. Previous research experience (in bullet points): (Enclose copies of Experience certificates)

20. Publications if any:

21. Awards received:

22. Association / memberships in professional organizations:

23. Any other relevant information (not more than 50 words):

24. Please give the names and addresses of three prominent persons to whom you are known (for reference):

1.

2.

3.

Declaration

I hereby declare that the above information is correct and to the best of my knowledge and belief. If, I am found to have concealed/distorted any material information, my appointment shall be liable for termination without notice.

Place:

Date: Signature of the candidate

General Conditions :

1. Only Indian nationals are eligible.

2. The applicants should ensure that they satisfy the eligibility criteria.

3. Candidates working in Government/public sector undertakings, autonomous organisations must obtain a “No Objection Certificate” from their employer and produce at the time of interview.

4. Upper age limit is 28 years for JRF as on 15.11.2011 with relaxation up to a maximum of 5 years and 3 years in respect of SC/ST and OBC respectively.

5. The interview starts at 10.00 a.m.

6. Candidates are advised to bring the bio-data duly filled in the prescribed format (format can be downloaded from the website) along with the attested copies of all the educational qualifications, experience certificates and other relevant documents. No documents should be sent to this office in advance.

7. Original certificates will be verified at the time of interview.

8. Recruitment for the above temporary positions is governed by rules of the Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education and does not guarantee subsequent employment in any Institutes under the Council.

9. The position is on temporary basis, co-terminus with the project or earlier depending on the performance of the candidate.

10. No TA/DA will be paid for participating in the interview.

11. Canvassing in any form will disqualify the candidate.

Institute of Forest Genetics & Tree Breeding(Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education)

P.B. No.1061, Forest Campus, R.S. Puram, Coimbatore – 641 002 (Tamil Nadu)

No.02/2011/FARecruitment of Field Assistants

Walk-in-interview is proposed to be conducted to recruit Field Assistants for various projects at Institute of Forest Genetics & Tree Breeding, Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu) on 18.11.2011 as detailed below:

Field Assistant(s):

Sl.No.

Essential and Desirable Qualification

Name of the Research Project No. of Posts Emoluments

01Pass in Higher Secondary (10+2) with Science

Selection and Screening of Germplasm of Thespesia populnea for improving productivity

01 Rs.7000/-

02

Pass in Higher Secondary (10+2) with ScienceDesirable: Knowledge in Chemistry/ Biochemistry

Anti-insect secondary metabolites from fungal endophytes of selected tree species 01 Rs.7000/-

03

Pass in Higher Secondary (10+2) with ScienceDesirable: Specialization in marketing management

A New paradigm: A study to evaluate different innovative and successful marketing strategies and its suitability for forestry products

01 Rs.7000/-

04Pass in Higher Secondary (10+2) with Science

Introduction and evaluation of fast growing tree species under different agro climatic zones of Tamil Nadu

01 Rs.7000/-

Terms and conditions :

1. Age limit is 25 years as on 18th November,2011 (Relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC candidates).

2. Candidates should submit their application downloaded from the website of this Institute, in person on the date of interview from 08.00 AM to 10.00 AM. Applications submitted after 10.00 AM on the date of interview will not be entertained.

3. Emoluments: As mentioned against each project. 4. The positions are temporary and co-terminus with the project.5. Candidates are advised to bring the bio-data duly filled in as per the prescribed format which can

be downloaded from the website address http://ifgtb.icfre.gov.in 6. Candidates desirous of attending the walk-in-interview should bring original testimonials on

educational qualifications and community certificate for verification. Attested copies of the same are to be attached with the bio-data form while appearing for the interview. Candidates without Provisional Certificate/Degree Certificate awarded by the Universities need not attend the interview.

7. No TA/DA will be paid for participating in the interview.Director

IFGTB,Coimbatore-2

Institute of Forest Genetics and Tree Breeding

Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education(An autonomous body of Ministry of Environment and Forests, Government of India)

P.B. No. 1061, R.S. Puram, Coimbatore 641 002.

APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF FIELD ASSISTANT

1. Name of the applicant : ________________________________

2. Father's Name : ________________________________

3. Date of birth : ________D ________M __________Yr.

(Attach attested copy of SSC / HSC certificate)

4. Age as on 01.06.2010 : ________Yr ________M ________D

5. Sex (√ ) :M F

6. Marital Status (√ ) : Married Unmarried

7. Whether belongs to SC / ST / OBC (√ ): SC ST OBC (Attach attested proof)

8. Address for communication :Phone No. :Mobile No.E- Mail :

9. Permanent address :

Phone No. :

10. Name of the Project(s)/ :________________________________

11. Educational qualifications (Attach attested copies of mark sheet / certificates):

Qualification Institution University/ Board

Year of Passing

Subjects Division / % of marks

Specializa-tion

Affix Passport size Photograph

12. Are you under any contractual obligations to serve Central/State Govt/Any other Public Sector Undertaking or Autonomous body and if so, give details (attach NOC if applicable):

13. Language proficiency (√ ) :

Language Read Write SpeakHindiTamilMalayalamEnglish

14. Proficiency in computers (√ ):

MS Word Power point Excel Web Browsing Desktop printing

ASPNET DOT NET JAVA MYSQL PHP

15. Previous work experience (in bullet points): (Enclose copies of Experience certificates)

16. Please give the names and addresses of three prominent persons to whom you are known (for reference):

1.

2.

Declaration

I hereby declare that the above information given above is correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. If, I am found to have concealed/distorted any material information, my appointment shall be liable for termination without notice.

Place:

Date:Signature of the candidate

General Conditions:

1. Only Indian nationals are eligible.

2. The applicants should ensure that they satisfy the eligibility criteria.

3. Candidates working in Government/public sector undertakings, autonomous organisations must obtain a “No Objection Certificate” from their employer and produce at the time of interview.

4. Upper age limit is 25 years for Field Assistant as on 18.11.2011 with relaxation up to a maximum of 5 years and 3 years in respect of SC/ST and OBC respectively.

5. The interview starts at 10.00 a.m.

6. Candidates are advised to bring the bio-data duly filled in the prescribed format (format can be downloaded from the website) along with the attested copies of all the educational qualifications, experience certificates and other relevant documents. No documents should be sent to this office in advance.

7. Original certificates will be verified at the time of interview.

8. Recruitment for the above temporary positions is governed by rules of the Indian Council of Forestry Research & Education and does not guarantee subsequent employment in any Institutes under the Council.

9. The position is on temporary basis, co-terminus with the project or earlier depending on the performance of the candidate.

10. No TA/DA will be paid for participating in the interview.

11. Canvassing in any form will disqualify the candidate.