CURRENT OPENINGS

1. Position- Junior Scientist

Position Overview: AHERF seeks three Junior Scientists for its translational division, focusing on developing novel circulatory biomarkers (exosomes/cell-free DNA/microRNA) and drug nano formulations. The role involves assisting in biomarker assay development using molecular biology, immunological, and biochemical techniques and contributing to exosome and nano-based diagnostics and therapeutics.

Organisation: Apollo Hospitals Educational & Research Foundation (AHERF)

Location: Hyderabad, India

Website: www.aherf.co.in

Application Email: info@aherf.co.in

Key Responsibilities:

Assist in cell-based assays and molecular biology techniques (e.g., PCR, ELISAs)
Participate in exosome isolation and characterisation
Develop biomarker assays from biological fluids
Contribute to laboratory-developed tests (LDTs) development and validation
Document procedures and results in lab notebooks
Analyse and interpret experimental data
Assist in preparing scientific reports and presentations

Required Skills:

Cell culture techniques
Exosome isolation methods (e.g., ultracentrifugation, size exclusion chromatography)
Basic molecular biology techniques (PCR, qPCR, Western blotting)
Nanoparticle characterisation methods (e.g., NTA, DLS)
Analytical and problem-solving skills
Effective teamwork abilities

Qualifications:

MSc in cell biology or related field (fresh graduates or 3-4 year’s experience)
Focus on exosome biology preferred

Preferred Knowledge:

Experience in exosome, molecular biology, and cell biology research.
Familiarity with diagnostic development
Familiarity with GMP and regulatory requirements for diagnostics

Why Join AHERF:

We offer a dynamic scientific environment, translating cutting-edge research into clinical products. Opportunities for growth, career development, and collaborative work in an innovative setting. To apply, submit your resume to info@aherf.co.in. For more details, visit www.aherf.co.in.

2. Research Staff Position for MPT Neuro-Physiotherapist

Title of Project: Brain Computer Interface based hand exoskeleton for neurorehabilitation in stroke patients: A randomized controlled phase II trial.

Clinical Research Project

Number Position Sanctioned Research Staff Position MPT Neuro: 2

Qualification Desirable MPT Neurology+ PhD (Stroke related Research) , or Qualification MPT+2 years Clinical Research in Stroke Rehab or MPT Neurology + 4 years of Clinical experience stroke rehabilitation.

Candidates with Research Publication will preferred

Staff would be recruited on merit and experience as per AHERF ICMR research policy norms.

This is full time research work position only for the duration of the project. This not a permanent position.

Format Application Given Annexure 1

The position for Research training is not open for candidates having permanent position. Person working in govt or private institutes/hospitals and clinics willing to apply for the position need furnish a letter that they will leave current position to join the research position if selected within a week of selection

Two letter recommendation from Senior faculties/ HOD/ managers are required

One letter Recommendation should be from Senior Faculty in permanent position where candidate obtained last degree MPT/PhD and letter will detail the candidates last degree in obtained year & month of enrolled and year & month of passing and obtaining last degree, marks obtained and research and training experience during course work.

Work experience letter from last place of work

Candidates who have no experience can send second letter from their thesis supervisor

Candidate have to submit attested submit degree, experience certificate and character certificate from gazetted officer.

Age Limit up-to: 35 Years

Reporting to – PI, Dr. Seema Grover, Chief - Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation, Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, Sarita Vihar, New Delhi and Co-PI Dr. Gautam Kumar Saha, Senior Scientist AHERF.

Duration of the project: (W.e.f Nov 2024-August 2026)

Research staff will be governed by rules and regulation of AHERF and Apollo Hospitals.

MPT-Neuro-Physiotherapy project research staff will report to PI and Co-PIs from AHERF. Under the guidance of PI. The research staff will have to study the protocol and learn the research methodology from PI and get trained on BCI Hand exoskeleton.
The research position is full time project and research work has to be carried out at Indraprastha Apollo, New Delhi under of PI and Co-PI at AHERF.

Job Description and Responsibilities:

Under the Guidance of PI, working with Neurology-clinical team the candidate would aid the PI and team in selection and recruitment of the patients as per criteria set in the protocol.
The consent form is to duly filled in our data management system and complete explanation of patient information sheet under guidance of PI.
Recording and data collation including demographics and patient history of ailments/treatments for each patient recruited in the clinical trial both in hard and soft copies to be submitted to PI and AHERF every time as per clinical research data recording norms.
Ensure with nursing staff the collection of blood samples for biomarker assay and other test samples to be stored/transported to designated places.
After screening and Recruitment of patients; scheduling therapy of the patients and conducting of the therapy sessions for participants at Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals. The candidate will ensure the test group on BCI hand exoskeleton and the control group patient to be followed up periodically for their home care schedule too. The candidate will be discussing patient recovery with PI and Neuro-team regularly and obtaining their feedback.
Maintaining Data Security: All mentioned data will have to be stored in hard and soft copies as per clinical trial norms in secure places as designated by PIs. PI and Co-PI will be shown the research data and patient record files. Raw data and collated data for Analysis of the trial data carried out by research staff candidates will be with the AHERF Team.
Report only to PI and Co PI at AHERF only. Maintain project Data and confidentiality during and after the project. The candidate need to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement when recruited which will be binding on the candidate during and after the project is over and when research staff is no longer part of the AHERF organization. Discussion and interaction of project related work and info and data is not permitted with any other persons not related to the project. Project PI and Co-PI will mention the names of the persons on the project and Interaction to collaborators with permission and knowledge of PI and Co-PI only.
Selected candidate will be evaluated periodically. This position is fulltime for the duration of the above mentioned research project only. To obtain the experience certificate the candidate has to work with PIs, Co-PIs and the Apollo-AHERF ecosystem till completion of the assigned research project.

Compensation and package: Commensurate with qualification and experience & This will as per AHERF policy

Contact Mail ID : lakshmi@apolloari.com

To apply, please submit your CV, cover letter, and all other documents mentioned in the link below to lakshmi@apolloari.com with a CC to akilandeswari@apolloari.com

Instruction for candidates.docx

Application format AHERF Delhi Project Research Staff Key elements to include CV and Cover Letter.docx

The last date for application will be 30th November 2024

3. Research Project Position – Project Engineer (PE)

Title of Project: Brain Computer Interface based hand exoskeleton for neurorehabilitation in stroke patients: A randomized controlled phase II trial.

Reporting to- Dr. Seema Grover, Chief - Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation, Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, Sarita Vihar, New Delhi/ Dr. Gautam Kumar Saha, Senior Scientist AHERF.

Project of AHERF Delhi- IITK as partner Institute, candidate have travel for training purposes.

Prof Ashish Dutta from IITK will supervise the PE candidate training and asses work output in addition to PI and Co-PI

Duration of the project: Fulltime (W.e.f Nov 2024-August 2026) in Delhi

Responsibilities:

Putting on the EEG cap, fixing electrodes, etc.
- EEG, EMG, IMU signal acquisition, signal processing, and training the model for each subject/participant parameters.
- operation of the hand exoskeleton and training the assist as required controller.

Skills and expertise required:

Desirable Experience: Experience in Signal recording, processing and analysis for EMG or EEG signals for neuroscience / cognitive science / bio-robotics applications.
Experience in Computer Science / Electrical engg./ Electronics Engg. Mechatronics.

Educational Qualification:

B.TECH/BE in Electrical/Electronics/Computer Science / Mechanical/ Mechatronics engineering with 2-3 years relevant experience.
M.Tech in Electrical/Electroincs/Computer Science/Mechanical/Mechatroincs + 2-3 yrs relevant experience.
Above qualification & PhD with relevant experience

Compensation and package: Commensurate with qualification and experience as per grant agency and AHERF polices

Contact Mail ID : lakshmi@apolloari.com

To apply, please submit your CV, cover letter, and all other documents mentioned in the link below to lakshmi@apolloari.com with a CC to akilandeswari@apolloari.com

Instruction for candidates.docx

Application format AHERF Delhi Project Research Staff Key elements to include CV and Cover Letter.docx

The last date for application will be 30th November 2024