Applications Invited for LGT Impact Fellowship Program

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About the Organization

The mandate of the Institute is to address the reproductive health issues of national and global relevance. The institute was established with an objective to develop novel and efficacious modalities for fertility regulation through research and thereby assist the government in its mission to stem the population boom. In the past four decades, however, the institute has grown beyond the mandate with which it was entrusted at the time of its genesis. In the wake of new challenges posed by new socio-economic structure, lifestyle modifications, environmental hazards etc. the Institute has expanded its research agenda across the broad field of sexual and reproductive health, in tune with the needs and priorities projected in the National Population Policy 2000. A comprehensive approach, on various aspects of reproductive health rather than addressing them in isolation, is adopted. Biomedical research, clinical evaluation and social science questions which allow incorporation of research results into policy and decision making are systematically amalgamated in formulating various research programs. Research at the institute is linked to the potential user’s perception, and betterment of delivery systems for effectively meeting the healthcare needs. It is intended to promote the use of research results in policy making and planning at the national level, and contribute to the setting of standards and guidelines in the field of reproductive health research. The perspectives and health needs of women and various underserved population groups such as tribal communities, urban slums and adolescents are given special emphasis while formulating research proposals. The programmes also focus on increasing the participation of men in planned parenthood for better reproductive health.

About the Program

National Institute for Research in Reproductive and Child Health, Mumbai, is a premier Institute of the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR). The Institute invites applications from highly motivated students having consistently good academic record for enrollment in Ph.D. programme. The thrust areas of research include: Infertility and Reproductive Disorders, Immunological and microbiological attributes associated with HIV/STIs/RTIs, Maternal and Child Health, Reproductive cancers, Osteoporosis, Genetic Disorders, Stem Cell Biology and Reproductive Toxicology. To address research queries in these areas, latest techniques in molecular biology, cell biology are being employed. The Institute is affiliated to the University of Mumbai for the award of Ph.D. degree in Life Sciences, Applied Biology and Biochemistry.

Eligibility

Candidates who are Indian citizens and have Post graduate degree in any branch of Life Sciences (Biochemistry / Biotechnology / Microbiology / Zoology / Bioinformatics /Biophysics etc.) or MBBS/BDS graduates or MD/M.Pharm degree holders from India with at least 55% or equivalent Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) from higher secondary (10+2) onwards for General, OBC and #EWS category and 50% for SC/ST/Person with Disabilities (PWD) candidates in aggregate (or equivalent grade). In case CGPA is not based on a 10 point scale, candidates should provide a statement issued by their respective University indicating conversion of CGPA to percentage. Candidates, who have appeared in the academic year 2024-2025 and results are awaited, are also eligible to apply. However, if selected, such candidates will have to submit the proof of qualifying marks before joining the Institute. Kindly note that registration for Ph.D. degree at University of Mumbai will happen only after fulfilling the required eligibility criteria.

                           AND

• The candidate should have cleared at least one of the following exams I. Ph.D. entrance test (PET) conducted by the University of Mumbai in any subjects of Life Sciences/ Applied Biology/ Biochemistry/ Microbiology/ Zoology/ Biophysics/ Bioanalytical Science/ Molecular Biology
• CSIR-UGC NET (JRF or LS or PhD only) or GATE (Life Sciences/ Biotechnology with validity up to March 2026 or more) or JRF examination conducted by national agencies such as ICMR/DBT (Life Sciences/Microbiology/Biotechnology/ Biochemistry)
• Valid DST-Inspire fellowship
• MH-SET ( Maharashtra State Eligibility Test for Assistant Professor) in Life Sciences

Age limit:

• Upper age limit is 28 years as on 17th March 2025 for General and EWS Category. Age relaxation of upto 5 years (33 years) for SC/ST/PWD/Women candidates and up to 3 years (31 years) for OBC (NonCreamy Layer) candidates will be granted.
• Reservation will be as per the UGC rules followed by the University of Mumbai.

How to Apply

• The selection would be based on the performance in the personal interview and fulfilment of minimum eligibility criteria.
• The list of Ph.D. guides (who have vacancy for Ph.D. students in their laboratories) and tentative title of research projects under them would be given to the selected candidates.

Walk-in interview on 17th March, 2025

Reporting Time: 9.00 AM (Interview Time: 9.30 AM to 05.00 PM)

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