Advt. No.: Adpin/02l2020

National Centre for Cell Science, Pune is a premier Autdnomous Institution

established by the Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science &

Technology, tiou.rnrn".rt of Indiu, for Research, Development & Training.

The institute invites application from Indian Nationals for the following

positions possessing excellent academic records and relevant work

experience.

For detailed advertisement and other terms and conditions, please see our

website nccs.res.irVindex.php/careers/staff (Under staff in career tab)' The

application along wittr att the required documents as per Advertisement

sirould reach to the Director, NCCS, Pune, on or befgre 30.07.2020.

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National Centre For Cell Science, PuneAn Autonomous Institute of Department of Biotechnology,

Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India

NCCS Complex, S. P. Pune University Campus,

Ganeshkhind, Pune - 411 007'

Website:www.nccs.res.in, Ph- 020-25708000, Fax: 91(020)25692259

National Centre for Cell Science

(an autonomous research institute)

NCCS Complex, Savitribai Phule Pune University Campus, Ganeshkhind Road

Pune - 411007, Maharashtra State, lndia

Applications are invited for Professor of Eminence (POE)

NCCS has been performing cutting-edge research in cell biology, providing valuable services as a

national cell repository, and supporting human resource development through various teaching and

training programmes. The institute is looking for distinguished Scientists as Professors of Eminence to

mentor its thematic research areas of Virology and provision for exploring translational application ofbasic research.

The National Centre for Cell Science invites applications from superannuated scientists / or those

scientists who are due for superannuation in next six months, and can provide vision and direction to the

research programmes of the institute on contractual basis.The tenure of contract shall initially be for 03

years which shall be reviewed on annual basis. The tenure may further be extended by 02 more years on a

year to year basis, subject to assessment by a Review Committee. In case of premature cessation of tenure

by either party (POE or NCCS), a notice of one month would be required. The conditions such as

eligibility, remuneration etc. will be as under:

1. Eligibility:i. Scientists with lndian citizenship and having accomplishment in desired area of research with

exceptional capabilities to motivate research activities in cross disciplinary areas.

At least 20 years of independent research experience with extensive experience in mentoring PhD

students in the area of Molecular Virology and Molecular Immunology. Proven expertise in host-

virus interactions and anti-viral drug discovery.

Should have led the R&D/Academic programme of the institution as Director/Dean providing

direction and support to the programmes of the organisation.

Should have experience of professional leadership in a Govt. R&D institution / Mission / multi

institutional research programme and have worked in an independent position in India only.

He/she should have an outstanding track record in research as evidenced by publications with

emphasis on the last 10 years of research productivity.

He / she should have proven ability to contribute towards prioritizing basic and translational

research.

Age not more than 62 years at the time of being considered for the position.

2. Remuneration:The position being purely contractual, they would be paid lump sum emoluments (consolidated

amount without any scale of pay band or grade pay etc.). The guiding principle of the lump sum /

consolidated amount would be approximately last pay drawn minus pension subject to a

maximum of Rs. 2,00,000/-.

3. Duties and responsibilities:i. To assist the Institute through mentoring and guidance to implement structured career

development programmes for researchers in line with the mandate of the institute.

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ii. To strengthen the domain of Virology research with special emphasis on translational research'

iii. To provide timely advice to hone the organizational research capabilities, Innovation and

Knowledge application and create sustainable and efficient industry linkages.

iv. To contribute towards institute's academic activities by way of teaching and other relevant

assignments as per the institutional requirement'

Eligible and interested scientists may submit their applications by Post, with curriculum vitae containing

details of qualifications, positions held, professional experience/distinctions, list of notable

publications/achievements, proposed research plan (maximum 2 pages) and names and contact

information of three potential referees, latest by 30.07.2020 to the Director, NCCS Complex, Savitribai

phule pune University Campus, Ganeshkhind Road, Pune - 411007, Maharashtra State, India ande-email

it to director@nccs.res.in.

The Institute reserves the right to cancel the advertisement at any time'

General Terms and Conditions:

l. Applicants who are currently working in any Government (Central / State), PSU, autonomous

body or any other Government organization, shall get his/her application forwarded through

his/her employer. An advance copy of the application may be sent in case of foreseen delays in

forwarding the application through proper channel'

2. All educational, professional and technical qualification should be from a recognised

BoardfuniversitY.

3. The age limit, qualification, experience and other requirements may be relaxed at the discretion of

the competent authority, in case of candidates who are otherwise suitable.

4. Incomplete applications will stand summarily rejected'

5. Canvassing in any form will be a disqualification'

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