SKUAST-K Division of Agrometeorology Seeks Technical Officer
Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology, Kashmir (SKUAST-K) has announced a vacancy for the post of Technical Officer in the Division of Agrometeorology. The appointment will be on a contractual basis under the Gramin Krishi Mausam Sewa (GKMS) project, identified by the project code GKMS-717.
Position Details:
– Name of Division: Agrometeorology
– Project Name: Gramin Krishi Mausam Sewa (GKMS)
– Project Code: GKMS-717
– Nodal Officer: Prof. (Dr.) Sameera Qayoom
– Post: Technical Officer (Contractual, based on annual performance review)
– Category: Unreserved
– Number of Posts: 01
– Duration: Co-terminus with the project
– Emolument: Rs 57,700/- + DA, HRA, and annual increments as per 6th CPC (GP not exceeding Rs 6,000/-)
– Qualification: M.Sc. (Ag.) in Agrometeorology/Agricultural Physics/Agronomy with NET
– Desirable Experience: One year in meteorological data collection, data processing, statistical analysis, documentation, and preparation of Agromet Advisory Bulletin, CSM, and RS/GIS, AI & ML.
Important Dates:
– Last Date for Application Submission: 25 July 2024
– Interview Date: 29 July 2024 at 11:00 AM, Directorate of Research, SKUAST-K
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Application Process:
Interested candidates should send their applications along with supporting documents to Dr. Sameera Qayoom, Professor and Head, Division of Agrometeorology, SKUAST-K, Shalimar-190025, or via email at headagromet@skuastkashmir.ac.in. Note that no separate interview letters will be issued.
Additional Information:
– No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
– The contractual appointment is subject to performance reviews and the project’s duration.
– Candidates will not have any right to claim regularization post the project or otherwise.
This vacancy offers a promising opportunity for qualified individuals to contribute to significant meteorological and agricultural research at SKUAST-K.
For more information, contact:
Division of Agrometeorology
Faculty of Horticulture, Main Campus,
SKUAST-K, Shalimar-190025
Phone/Fax: 01942461551
Email: headagromet@skuastkashmir.ac.in
