Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences & Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K) Invites Applications for Wildlife Research Positions
Division of Wildlife Sciences, Faculty of Forestry, Benhama, Jammu and Kashmir
The Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences & Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K) is seeking applications from eligible candidates for temporary positions within a Government of India-funded research project titled “Assessing population dynamics, genetics, and breeding patterns of threatened mountain ungulates for species recovery and community-based conservation in the Western Himalayas.” The positions are available in the Division of Wildlife Sciences under the Faculty of Forestry at Benhama, Kashmir.
Available Positions
1. Senior Project Associate
- Number of Positions: 1
- Monthly Emoluments: INR 42,000 + 16% HRA
- Age Limit: Up to 40 years
- Project Duration: Three years
- Essential Qualifications: Ph.D. in Wildlife Science, Forestry, Zoology, or related fields with proven experience in wildlife research.
- Desirable Skills: Experience with statistical tools, GIS/RS, strong modeling, and data analysis skills.
- Job Description: The Senior Project Associate will lead field surveys, camera trapping, and data collection to analyze ecological, behavioral, and demographic data for mountain ungulates. Responsibilities will also include genetic analysis, collaborating on animal habitat studies, and publishing project results.
2. Project Associate
- Number of Positions: 2
- Monthly Emoluments: INR 31,000 + 16% HRA for NET-qualified candidates; INR 25,000 + 16% HRA for non-NET candidates.
- Age Limit: Up to 35 years
- Project Duration: Three years
- Essential Qualifications: M.Sc. in Wildlife Science, Forestry, Zoology, or a related field with relevant wildlife research experience.
- Desirable Skills: GIS/RS knowledge, experience in data analysis.
- Job Description: Project Associates will assist in fieldwork and data collection on wildlife and environmental conditions.
3. Field Assistant
- Number of Positions: 2
- Monthly Emoluments: INR 20,000 + 16% HRA
- Age Limit: Up to 50 years
- Essential Qualifications: B.Sc. in Agriculture, Natural Sciences, or a related field with fieldwork experience.
- Desirable Skills: Experience in wildlife sciences and knowledge of GPS, computers, and field equipment.
Application Process
Candidates should send a detailed CV, relevant documents, and bio-data by email to [email protected] by November 25, 2024. Shortlisted applicants will be notified of an interview, tentatively scheduled for November 28, 2024.
Terms and Conditions
- Positions are project-based and temporary.
- Candidates may need to work in various locations in Jammu, Kashmir, and Ladakh.
- Performance will be evaluated periodically, and non-performing candidates may be terminated.
For more details, contact: Dr. Khursheed Ahmad, Head of the Division of Wildlife Sciences, SKUAST-K.
