Applications for research positions leading to a PhD degree

Institute of Bioinformatics and Applied Biotechnology (IBAB), Bengaluru invites applications for research positions leading to a PhD degree in the following research projects:

  1. Ab initio characterization of excitonic site energies, site-site and protein-site couplings in photosynthetic light harvesting complexes using fragment operator methods
  2. Estimating the free energy contribution of NCIs in secondary structures of proteins
  3. Photoprotection and weak noncovalent interaction networks in crystallins

For the above-mentioned projects (1-3): The student will be trained in electronic structure methods, vibronic spectroscopy, mixed quantum-classical dynamics, biomolecular structure, weak interactions and fragment based methods. Candidate must have had mathematics up to 12th standard and some prior programming experience. For informal queries regarding these projects, please reach out to Dr. Jayashree Nagesh (https://www.ibab.ac.in/people/faculty-members/dr-jayashree-nagesh/ )

4. Application of graph algorithms and information theory for bioinformatics analysis
5. Modelling the epigenetic and immunological processes using AI/ML
6. Development of a AI/ML based model for RoP (Retinopathy of Prematurity) prediction using retinal images

For the above-mentioned projects (4-6): Experience in Machine Learning (Reinforcement Learning) algorithms, Deep Learning, Python/ R programming, Linux scripting is a must. Knowledge of Bioinformatics tools, such as Gromacs, Pymol and other utilities are desirable. Candidate must have had mathematics up to 12th standard and some prior programming experience. For informal queries regarding these projects, please reach out to Dr. Nithya Ramakrishnan (https://www.ibab.ac.in/people/faculty-members/dr-nithya-ramakrishnan/ )

7. Exploring new modes of epigenetic and post-transcriptional gene regulation in malaria parasites by integrating multi-omics datasets and CRISPR/CAS genome engineering technologies

For the above-mentioned projects (7): Student applying for this project should havetheir own fellowship from funding agencies such as CSIR/UGC/DST/DBT/ICMR etc., For informal queries, please reach out to Dr. Shruthi Vembar – https://www.ibab.ac.in/people/faculty-members/dr-shruthi-vembar/

Eligibility:

B.Tech/B.E (4 years degree) with a Master’s Degree (1 year/2 semester course) in any suitable engineering branch, OR

M.Sc. or equivalent (2 years degree following a 3 years Bachelor’s degree) in Life Sciences / Chemistry / Physics, OR

M.E/M.Tech (2 years degree following a 4 years Bachelor’s degree) in any suitable engineering branch

from a reputed institute with at least 70% of marks or equivalent grade.

Candidate must have had mathematics up to 12th standard and some prior programming experience if applying to projects 1-6.

Desirable:

Though IBAB offers a select few fellowships to exceptional candidates as per the institute norms, candidates having their own fellowship from funding agencies such as CSIR/UGC/DST/DBT/ICMR etc., are preferred.

Application Procedure:

Eligible candidates should apply by filling the following form –

https://forms.gle/kXTsEwAWTytgL6fe6 on or before Apr 30, 2024.

About IBAB:

The Institute of Bioinformatics and Applied Biotechnology (IBAB)is a unique institute engaged in education, research and entrepreneur support programs and is based at Electronic City, Bangalore. IBAB’s mission is to catalyze the growth of the biotechnology and bioinformatics industries in India. IBAB offers a distinctive master degree programme with dual specialization in bioinformatics and applied biotechnology and innovative Masters Programme in Big Data (in) Biology besides its interdisciplinary PhD and Post Doctoral programmes. The objective of these programmes is to train the students in emerging areas of Genomics, Algorithms and application of AI and ML for the analysis of biological and clinical data. The institute has strong research programs in various disciplines as evidenced by the publication track record of the faculty. It has an excellent infrastructure and an ambience suited for advanced research in the areas mentioned above. For more details, please visit www.ibab.ac.in