Salim Ali Centre for Ornithology and Natural History jobs for Junior Research Biologist/ Research Associate Zoology in Coimbatore. Last Date to apply: 10 Nov 2017

Advt. No. SACON/RES/RSCHRS-SELECTION, 6/2017

Junior Research Biologist/ Research Associate job recruitment in  Salim Ali Centre for Ornithology and Natural History (SACON).

Name of Post : Junior Research Biologist (6 Nos.)

Project : Assessing the population status of synanthropic bird species of India, including House Sparrow and House Crow, and their response to urbanization.

Essential Qualification: Minimum second class Masters’ Degree in Zoology / Wildlife Biology / Life Sciences / Ecology / Wildlife Science/ Environmental Science from a recognized University;

 Desirable Qualification: i) Knowledge of wildlife biology or conservation science ii) Proficiency in spoken Hindi, and iii) Valid driving license for two-wheeler with gear;

Age: Maximum 28 years on the stipulated last date for receiving applications;

Emoluments: Rs. 25,000 per month plus HRA;

Junior Research Biologist (3 Nos);

Project : Assessing the distribution, population and habitat use of three endangered species to develop conservation plan for species and their habitats.

Essential Qualification: Minimum second class Masters’ Degree in Zoology/Wildlife Biology/Life Sciences/Ecology/Wildlife Science/ Environmental Science from a recognized University.

Desirable Qualification: Research experience in wildlife studies.

Age: Maximum 28 years on the stipulated last date for receiving applications;

Emoluments: Rs. 25,000 per month plus HRA;

Junior Research Biologist (4 Nos.);

Project :  Developing conservation and management plans for select Important Bird and Biodiversity Areas (IBAs) of the country.

Essential Qualification: Minimum second class Masters’ Degree in Zoology / Wildlife Biology / Life Sciences / Ecology / Wildlife Science/Environmental Science from a recognized University;

Desirable Qualification: i) Knowledge of wildlife biology or conservation science and ii) Proficiency in spoken Hindi;

Age: Maximum 28 years on the stipulated last date for receiving applications;

Emoluments: Rs. 25,000 per month plus HRA;

Research Associate-Veterinarian (1 No.);

Project : National centre for surveillance and monitoring of impact of environmental contaminants on ecosystem components with special focus on birds in India

Essential Qualification: MVSc;

Desirable Qualification: Specialization in Wildlife Science/Pathology. Two years of relevant experience.

Age: Maximum 35 years on the stipulated last date for receiving applications;

Emoluments: Rs. 36,000 per month plus HRA;

Research Associate (1 No.);

Essential Qualification: Ph.D in Chemistry/Biochemistry from a recognized University.

Desirable Qualification: Experience in residue analysis using chromatography and spectroscopy instrument.

Age: Maximum 35 years on the stipulated last date for receiving applications;

Emoluments: Rs. 36,000 per month plus HRA;

Junior Research Biologist (2 Nos.);

Essential Qualification: Minimum second class Masters’ Degree in Zoology/Wildlife Science /Environmental Science from a recognized University.

Age: Maximum 28 years on the stipulated last date for receiving applications;

Emoluments: Rs. 25,000 per month plus HRA;

Technical Assistant (1 No.);

Essential Qualification: Second class B.Sc in Chemistry/ Biochemistry

Desirable Qualification: Minimum 2 years of experience in laboratory engaged in estimating contaminants.

Age: 28 years;

Emoluments: Rs 20,000/- (Consolidated);

Project Scientist (1 No.);

Project : Establishment of National Avian Forensic Laboratory at SACON for National Certification for Illegal Trafficking of Birds

Essential Qualification: PhD in Life Science or equivalent with specialization in Avian Genetics or Molecular Biology;

Desirable Qualification: Working experience on DNA forensic/molecular markers and bioinformatics with reference to birds.

Age: Maximum 40 years on the stipulated last date for receiving applications;

Emoluments: Rs. 36,000 per month plus HRA;

Junior Research Biologist (2 Nos.);

Essential Qualification: Second class M.Sc. in Life Science.

Desirable Qualification: Specialization in Avian Genetics/Molecular Biology/Avian Biology and Bioinformatics.

Age: Maximum 28 years on the stipulated last date for receiving applications;

Emolumets: Rs. 25,000 per month plus HRA;

Computer/Lab Technician (1 No.);

Qualification and Experience: M.Sc./MCA in Computer Science;

Desirable Qualification: Two years of experience in developing and managing databases/ data mining and programming.

Age: Maximum 28 years on the stipulated date for receiving applications;

Emoluments: Rs. 25,000 per month plus HRA;

Junior Research Biologist (4 Nos);

Project : Assessment of status, distribution and threats to the population of threatened Sarus Crane Antigone antigone in Gujarat, India

Essential Qualification: Minimum second class Masters’ Degree in Zoology/Botany/Ecology/Wildlife Science/ Wildlife Biology/Environmental Science from a recognized University;

Desirable Qualification: Research experience in wildlife/ecological studies, bird census techniques and knowledge in Computers and Geographic Information System (GIS).

Age: Maximum 28 years on the stipulated last date for receiving applications;

Emoluments: Rs. 25,000 per month plus HRA;

Junior Research Biologist (3 Nos.);

Project : Assessment of status, distribution and threats to the population of Sarus Crane Antigone antigone in Uttar Pradesh, India  

Essential Qualification: Minimum second class Masters’ Degree in Zoology/Botany/Ecology/Wildlife Science/ Wildlife Biology/Environmental Science from a recognized University,

Desirable Qualification: Research experience in wildlife/ecological studies, bird census techniques and knowledge in computers and Geographic Information System (GIS),

Age: Maximum 28 years on the stipulated last date for receiving applications;

Emoluments: Rs. 25,000 per month plus HRA;

Junior Research Biologist (1 No);

Essential Qualification: Minimum second class Masters’ Degree in Chemistry/Biochemistry from a recognized University;

Age: Maximum 28 years on the stipulated last date for receiving applications;

Emoluments: Rs 25,000 per month plus HRA;

Junior Research Biologist (2 Nos.);

Project : Developing a conservation action plan for Forest Owlet (Heteroglaux blewitti), a Critically Endangered species endemic to central India

Essential Qualification: Minimum second class Masters’ Degree in Zoology/Wildlife Biology/Life Sciences/Ecology/Wildlife Science/ Environmental Science from a recognized University;

Desirable Qualification: i) Knowledge of wildlife biology or conservation science, ii) Familiarity with molecular tools and laboratory work, iii) Proficiency in spoken Hindi;

Age: Maximum 28 years on the stipulated last date for receiving applications;

Emoluments: Rs. 25,000 per month plus HRA;

Research Associate (1 No.);

Project : In-situ and Ex-situ Conservation of Endemic Andaman Edible-nest Swiftlet in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands

Essential Qualification: Ph.D. in Zoology/Ecology/Wildlife Science/ Wildlife Biology/Environmental Science/Environment Management from a recognized University;

Desirable Qualification: Candidates should have proficiency in Hindi (spoken, reading and writing), ready to work in remote places and travel extensively by road and sea between the islands, rock climbing skills, experience in captive breeding of birds;

Age: Maximum 35 years on the stipulated last date for receiving applications;

Emoluments: Rs. 36,000 per month plus HRA;

Project Scientist (1 No.);

Project : A study on Bird Hazards in select Indian Airfields  

Essential Qualification: Ph.D Degree in Zoology/Botany/Wildlife Science/Environmental Sciences/Environmental Management from a recognized University,

Desirable Qualification: Knowledge/work experience in computers and Geographic Information System (GIS).

Age: Maximum 40 years on the stipulated last date for receiving applications;

Emoluments: Rs. 40,000 per month plus HRA;

Junior Research Biologist (3 Nos.);

Essential Qualification: Minimum second class Masters’ Degree in Zoology/Botany/Wildlife Science/Environmental Sciences/Environmental Management from a recognized University.

Desirable Qualification: Knowledge/work experience in Geographic Information System (GIS).

Age: Maximum 28 years on the stipulated last date for receiving applications;

Emoluments: Rs. 25,000 per month plus HRA;