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Junior Research Fellows - Reproductive Biology and Behavior of Captive and Wild Populations of Western Tragopan in Himachal Pradesh.

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Sectors Terrestrial / Aquatic Ecology & Conservation
Location India (North) - Asia & M East
Type Fixed Term and Permanent Roles
Status Full Time
Level First Level
Deadline 23/05/2011
Company Name Wildlife Institute of India
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Directory Entry : Established in 1982, Wildlife Institute of India (WII) is an internationally acclaimed Institution, which offers training program, academic courses and advisory in wildlife research and management
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Project Title, details of position and duration

Reproductive Biology and Behavior of Captive and Wild Populations of Western Tragopan in Himachal Pradesh.

(02 – JRFs)

Duration: Three years.

Essential Qualification

Masters degree in Wildlife Science/Botany/Zoology/Forestry/Life Science/Agriculture/ Environmental Sciences/Biological Sciences/Veterinary Science with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks from a recognized University.

Desirable Qualification

Prior experience in (a) zoo management, (b) behavioral studies, (c) field survey methods, and (d) Application of Remote Sensing and GIS.

Description of Work

JRF-1: (a) Study reproductive biology and behavior of captive birds; and (b) develop methods for captive management and improving breeding success of captive birds;

 

JRF-2: (a) Coordinate and undertake field surveys for assessing distribution and population status of Western Tragopan in wild; (b) Map habitat availability and distribution using RS and GIS tools; (c) Develop Species Recovery Plan for captive and wild management.  

GENERAL TERMS & CONDITIONS

  1. The age of the candidate shall not be more than 28 years for the advertised position of JRF and TA and 32 years as on 20th May 2011 for the advertised position of SRF. Upper age limit for SRF/JRF/TA may be relaxed up to 5 years, as in case of candidates  belonging to SC/ST/OBC/Women and physically handicapped categories.

  2. Selected candidate for the position of Junior Research Fellow will be paid a consolidated emoluments of Rs. 12,000/- per month. In case of NET qualified candidates (UGC/CSIR) for Research Fellows, the selected JRF will be paid consolidated emoluments of Rs. 16,000/- per month and in case of NET qualified (UGC/CSIR) candidates with Professional P.G. Degree, he/she will be paid consolidated emoluments of Rs. 18,000/- per month as fellowship.

  3. The fellowship amount for the selected Senior Research Fellow is Rs. 14,000/- consolidated per month and Rs. 18,000/- in case of NET qualified candidate(s) for Research Fellows (UGC/CSIR).

  4. The fellowship amount for the selected Technical Assistant is Rs. 9,600/- consolidated per month and Rs. 12,700/- in case of NET qualified candidate(s) for Research Fellows (UGC/CSIR).

  5. Selected candidate may be allowed hostel accommodation at the institute, as per availability. Where the hostel accommodation is not possible, house rent allowance (HRA) will be paid as per the rules of the Institute subject to the condition that HRA payable, in no case, shall be more than the rates payable to Central Govt./WII Employee(s) in that area. Other allowances and benefits to the research personnel would be admissible as per the rules of the Institute, amended from time to time.

  6. The selection of the candidate will be based on Walk-in-Interview to be held on Monday, 23rdMay 2011 at the Wildlife Institute of India, Dehra Dun. The registration will begin by 09:00 A.M. onwards.

  7. Canvassing in any form is liable to rejection of the candidature.

  8. Candidates should bring the duly filled-in applications with attested true copies of testimonials of educational qualifications, research experience, extra curricular activities, date of birth etc., along with copies of mark sheets of all examinationsAll original documents should be produced at the time of registration.

  9. A candidate will be allowed to submit duly filled-in application for only one advertised position.Applications without enclosures and/or incomplete in any respect shall be liable to rejection.

  10. One way travel expenses will be paid to the candidate, selected for the project. The expense will be limited to actual 2nd class rail/bus fare by the shortest route from his/her place of stay/residence.

  11. The Institute will not provide accommodation for candidates appearing for the interview.

  12. The application form can be downloaded from the Institute’s website www.wii.gov.in.

  13. The Director, WII reserves the right to reject any candidature in view of incomplete information provided by the candidate or for any other reason.

 

 - Research Coordinator
Wildlife Institute of India, Dehra Dun

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