Job Opportunity: Project Associate-1/Junior Research Fellow at University of Agricultural Sciences & Technology of Kashmir
The University of Agricultural Sciences & Technology of Kashmir, specifically the Division of Wildlife Sciences, is offering a unique opportunity for eligible candidates to work on the critically endangered Kashmir Red Deer conservation project funded by the Ministry of Environment, Forests & Climate Change (MOEFCC) of the Government of India.
Position Details
- Position Advertised: Project Associate-1/Junior Research Fellow
- Number of Positions: One (01)
- Monthly Emoluments: Rs. 31,000 + HRA for NET qualified candidates; Rs. 25,000 + HRA for Non-NET candidates
- Age Limit: Up to 40 years
- Project Duration: 09 Months
Qualifications
- Essential Qualifications: Masters (MSc/MVSc) in Wildlife Sciences OR MSc in Zoology/Forestry/Veterinary Science/Biotechnology with wildlife field experience
- Desirable Qualifications: BSc in Agriculture & allied fields/Natural Sciences with significant experience in Wildlife conservation genetics
- Description of Work: Involves field surveys, sample collection, molecular genetics work, and preparation of project reports
Terms & Conditions
- The positions are temporary and co-terminus with the project.
- Selected candidates shall not have a claim for absorption in SKUAST.
- Probation for six months; performance will be periodically reviewed.
- Candidates may need to work at field stations and laboratories in Dehradun.
Interested candidates are invited for walk-in interviews on March 26, 2024, at 10 A.M. at the office of the Director Research, SKUAST-Kashmir, Shalimar. Applicants must bring their application, bio-data, and necessary documents on the scheduled date.
For further queries, contact:
- Sher-e-Kashmir Faculty of Forestry, Benihama 191201
- Cell: 09419543879
- Email: [email protected]
This opportunity, under the leadership of Principal Investigator Dr. Khursheed Ahmad, offers a chance to contribute to the conservation of the Kashmir Red Deer, a critically endangered species. Join the team in making a difference in wildlife conservation and genetic research.
Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting project and other opportunities at the University of Agricultural Sciences & Technology of Kashmir’s Division of Wildlife Sciences.
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