Updated Notice
The last date for submission of applications has been extended from September 07, 2024 to September 25, 2024 for the MS by Research and PhD Positions under the Department of Biotechnology, School of Science, Kathmandu University.
Previous Notice
The Department of Biotechnology at Kathmandu University is seeking two highly motivated M.S. by Research candidates to investigate novel antibiotic and biologically active metabolite-producing endophytic microbiomes from Taxus species to combat multidrug-resistant bacteria. The candidates will receive partial funding through the Collaborative Research and Innovation Grant (CRIG) from the University Grant Commission Nepal.
Key Details
- Application Submission Deadline: September 07, 2024
- Interview Date: September 09, 2024
- Interview Result Publication: September 09, 2024
- Location: Department of Biotechnology, Kathmandu University, Dhulikhel
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the interview.
Area of Focus
- Isolation and molecular characterization of endophytic microbiomes from leaf and bark tissues of three Taxus species (T. wallichiana, T. contorta, and T. mairei) collected from various regions of Nepal.
- Isolation, structural elucidation, and antimicrobial bioassays of biologically active compounds from Taxus endophytes.
- Molecular docking and Structure-Activity Relationship studies of novel bioactive compounds against multidrug-resistant bacterial targets.
- Genome and transcriptome analysis of endophytes with medicinal potential.
- Elucidation of biosynthetic pathways and the isolation and functional characterization of candidate genes involved in the biosynthesis of novel bioactive compounds.
- Optimization of bioreactor culture conditions for the mass production of targeted bioactive compounds from the endophytes.
Eligibility
Candidates must have a four-year undergraduate or equivalent degree in Biotechnology, Botany, Microbiology, Life Sciences with first division or CGPA 3.0. The candidate should also have one year of research experience with one peer-reviewed article published in a journal recognized by UGC, Nepal.
All aspirants are requested to obtain an Application Form from the Department of Biotechnology, School of Science. The duly filled application form, along with an attested copy of relevant transcripts, mark sheets, and the bank receipt of the application fee (NRS 1500/-) has to be submitted within the due date to the Department of Biotechnology.
Downloads
Application Form for MS by Research
For more details, please contact:
Department of Biotechnology, School of Science
Kathmandu University Dhulikhel, Kavre.
GPO: 6250, Kathmandu, Nepal
Email: subodh@ku.edu.np, gauchan@ku.edu.np
Mobile Number: 9851204747 (Dhurva Gauchan)