Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council is a not-for-profit Section Schedule B, Public Sector Enterprise, under Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India as an Interface Agency to strengthen and empower the emerging Biotech enterprise to undertake strategic research and innovation, addressing nationally relevant product development needs. As a Government of India enterprise, BIRAC endeavors to bring professionalism, transparency and efficiency into its functioning while providing support to catalyse the transformation of the emerging Indian bio-economy. It has a very special and unique governance structure and a very carefully developed workforce strategy that includes an enabling work environment, a work culture that is caring, fosters excellence and hires the most talented and professional workforce.
Qualification :M.Sc M.Pharma MBBS in Life Sciences Biological Sciences Microbiology Biochemistry Biotechnology. A Ph.D. in in Life Sciences Biological Sciences Microbiology Biochemistry Biotechnology is desirable. Demonstrated outstanding written and oral communication skills in positions requiring communications in a broad and diverse audience on a range of complex technical issues. Demonstrated strong planning and analytical skills. Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
Age Limit : 30 Years as on closing date of application for Program Officer . 35 Years as on closing date of application for Sr. Program Officer.
Job Responsibilities: Responsibilities for Implementation of NBM- PMU which includes – monitoring of all grantees of your focus area engaging experts both technical and financial, working closely with the Scientific and Technical Advisory groups for project review and supervising grant management activities. Working with Legal and Finance to get all necessary contracts and agreements ready. Coordinating with stakeholders involved in NBM-PMU management. Coordination and administration of all aspects of new and ongoing projects including planning and implementation. Ensure timely execution of all activities.