Principal Project Associate

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About the Organization

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. The Institute is actively engaged in research across the breadth of the country on biodiversity related issues.

Job Description

Title of the Project Rangewide Estimation of River Dolphin-2 nd Cycle

• Conduct field surveys on Ganges River dolphins, collecting ecological data, monitoring river dynamics, conducting biodiversity assessment, data analysis, and technical reporting.

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• The candidate responsible for planning and overseeing systematic sampling of water, sediments, and biota in riverine habitats, ensuring the application of advanced extraction techniques, analysis, supervising field teams, and managing, interpreting, and reporting analytical data for comprehensive ecological risk assessments

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• Candidates will carry out and assist in molecular biology aspects related to the conservation of Ganges River dolphins and associated fauna and their prey in general, data analysis, and report writing under the supervision of Project Scientists and Investigators.

Education Qualification/Required Skills & Experience

• Four years Bachelor's Degree (4 year B.Sc. degree as per National Education Policy) in Natural or Agricultural Sciences or equivalent from recognized Institute/ University AND Eight years' experience (after obtaining required degree) in R&D in industrial and academic institutions or Science & Technology organisations and scientific activities and services

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• Master's Degree in Natural or Agricultural Sciences or equivalent from recognized Institute/ University AND Eight years' experience (after obtaining required degree) in R&D in industrial and academic institutions or Science & Technology organisations and scientific activities and services

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• BVSC/ BPharm or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering & Technology or Medicine from a recognised University or equivalent from recognized Institute/ University AND Eight years' experience (after obtaining required degree) in R&D in industrial and academic institutions or Science & Technology organisations and scientific activities and services and services, out of which four years should be in science and technology program, planning, development and co-operation

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• Master's Degree in Engineering or Technology from a recognised university or equivalent, AND six years' experience (after obtaining required degree) in R&D in industrial and academic institutions or S&T organisations and scientific activities and services

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• Doctoral Degree in Science/Engineering /Technology/Pharma /MD/Master of Surgery from a recognised University or equivalent, AND four years' experience (after obtaining required degree) in R&D in industrial and academic institutions or S&T organisations and scientific activities and services

Desirable Qualification(s)

• Candidates with prior experience working on Ganges River dolphins in freshwater river systems are preferred. They should be capable of leading rigorous surveys and fieldwork in remote dolphin habitats with limited logistical support. Statistical analysis and spatial ecological modelling. Research publications in peer-reviewed national/ international journals OR They should have sound knowledge of various sampling techniques for water, sediments, and biota and proficiency in using ecotoxicology-related analytical instruments (e.g., GC- MS, LC-MS/MS, AAS, ICP-MS). Research publications in peer- reviewed national/ international journals OR Candidates with prior experience in DNA extraction, PCR analysis, and analysis of genetic data, especially sequence and microsatellite analysis. Research publications in peer-reviewed national/ international journals

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