Agharkar Research Institute (ARI) is an autonomous institute of the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India. It was established in 1946 as Maharashtra Association for the Cultivation of Science (MACS) and was registered under the Societies Registration Act. 1850. Later, as the research activities started expanding, the MACS Research Institute was given a separate identity. The institute was renamed as ARI in 1992 to honour its founder Director, late Professor S. P. Agharkar. The current research and development activities of ARI span across all areas of life sciences spread over six different themes, namely Biodiversity & Paleobiology, Bioenergy, Bioprospecting, Developmental Biology, Genetics & Plant Breeding, and Nanobioscience.
Description
MACS-Agharkar Research Institute (ARI) an autonomous Institute of the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India is committed to the promotion of science and technology with emphasis on high standards of research and development activities for the benefit of humankind and the nation. The current research activities encompass biological sciences and focus on six thematic areas Biodiversity & Palaeobiology, Bioenergy, Bioprospecting, Developmental Biology, Genetics & Plant Breeding and Nanobioscience.
Applications are invited from Indian citizens for filling up of 8 posts of Scientists on direct recruitment basis in the Agharkar Research Institute, Pune as per details given below :
Position
- Scientist E
- Scientist C
- Scientist B
Eligibility
Scientist E Bioenergy
(i) 1st class Master Degree in Microbiology or Biotechnology or equivalent qualification from a recognized university.
(ii) Ten years of R&D experience in the required areas as evidenced by publications in journals of repute after obtaining academic Degree
Scientist C Biodiversity & Paleobiology (Fungi)
(i) 1 st class Master Degree in Botany/ Mycology / Plant Pathology/ Life Sciences or equivalent qualification from a recognized university. (ii) 4 years of R&D experience in the required areas as evidenced by publication in journals of repute after obtaining academic degree.
Scientist B Bioenergy
1st class Master Degree in Microbiology or Biotechnology or equivalent qualification from a recognized university.
Scientist B Biodiversity & Paleobiology (Fungi/ Lichens)
1 st class Master Degree in Botany/ Mycology / Biotechnology/ Life Sciences or equivalent qualification from a recognized university.
Scientist B Bioprospecting
1st class Master Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry or equivalent qualification from a recognized university.
Scientist B Biodiversity & Paleobiology (Palaeontology)
1st class Master Degree in Geology or equivalent qualification from a recognized university.
Scientist B Genetics & Plant Breeding Under ICAR All India Coordinated Soybean Improvement Project at Experimental farms at Hol & Songaon, TalBaramati, Dist Pune.
1st class Master Degree with specialization in Genetics & Plant Breeding in Agriculture or Botany or equivalent qualification from a recognized university
Minimum Monthly Remuneration
- Scientist E Level-13 in the Pay Matrix Rs.123100-215900 (Pre-revised Rs.37400-67000 plus Grade Pay Rs.8700/-)
- Scientist C Level-11 in the Pay Matrix Rs.67700-208700 (Pre-revised Rs. 15600- 39100 plus Grade Pay Rs.6600/-)
- Scientist B Level-10 in the Pay Matrix Rs.56100-177500 (Pre-revised Rs.15600- 39100 plus Grade Pay Rs.5400/-)
How to Apply
Candidates fulfilling above conditions may apply in the prescribed format attached below, along with self-attested copies of qualifications, certificates, Passport size photograph, certificate issued by competent authorities and send it to ‘The Director, Agharkar Research Institute, Gopal Ganesh Agarkar Road, Pune – 411 004 (MH)’ on or before 13/12/2021. The envelope should be superscribed as “Application for the post of Scientist __(Discipline)”. Candidates must carefully go through the advertisement before filling the application form. It is the responsibility of the candidates to ensure that they follow the instructions while filling the application. Candidate must ensure to attach clear legible certificates/documents while sending hard copy of application. Attaching of illegible/incorrect certificates/documents may lead to rejection of the candidature.
Last date for submission of dully filled application together with all enclosures is 13th December 2021.
The applicants are advised to visit the Institute’s website www.aripune.org regularly. Any addendum/corrigendum or any update regarding the recruitment process shall be posted only on the Institute’s website
Important Date
Application Submission Deadline 13/12/2021
Job Location 🇮🇳
MACS-Agharkar Research Institute (ARI), G. G. Agarkar Road, Pune – 411 004, Maharashtra
For Additional Information
Highlights
- Government Job Opportunity in MACS-Agharkar Research Institute (ARI)
- Monthly Salary Level-10 in the Pay Matrix Rs.56100-177500 to Level-13 in the Pay Matrix Rs.123100-215900
- Job Opportunity for Microbiology or Biotechnology / Botany/ Mycology / Plant Pathology/ Life Sciences/Chemistry, Biochemistry