ZSI Sarkari Jobs – Research Assistant Vacancy (Chennai, Tamil Nadu)

Qualification

1. A first-Class MSc with majors in Remote Sensing / Geoinformatics / Environmental or any Life Sciences. 2. Candidate should have at least five years of working experience in using Remote Sensing & GIS tools. 3. Should have CMAS or PADI advanced open water certification – or CMAS* or PADI open water certification with at least 80 dives logged in, and possessing extensive experience in marine fieldwork. 4. Ability to communicate fluently and clearly in English. 5. Should have a proven research record with publications to showcase. 6. Should be physically fit and not averse to fieldwork.

Pay
Scale

Rs.44,900/- plus HRA as admissible to Central Government employees based on the VIIth CPC recommendations.

Desirable
Qualifications

1. Ph.D. degree in Remote Sensing / Geoinformatics or Natural resources mapping. 2. Statistical expertise – used software such as Statistica, SPSS, R, etc., 3. Experience of leading and working with varied groups of people and cultures, especially with research scholars from different scientific fields, volunteers and interns. 4. Experience in setting up and running a field station.

Job
Responsibilities

Job Description To serve in the Research project ‘Conservation Management of Coral Reefs in Lakshadweep – Longterm Monitoring Programme’ which is aimed at achieving the goal of effective conservationmanagement and protection of critical coral habitats in Lakshadweep. The Research Assistant will coordinate the works of the Research Scholars and Monitoring Staff to meet the objectives laid out under the overall goal of the project related to spatial assessment and planning. He/she will support the Principal Investigator (PI) in achieving the research targets defined in the project. He/she will also support the PI to the development and maintenance of the infrastructure and logistics necessary for the implementation and functioning of the designated activities of the project. Major Duties The Research Assistant will take up the following duties, however, which shall not be limited to, owing to the responsibility of the overall management of the Project. 1. Assisting the PI and the Project Scientist and Research Associate in setting up the project machinery, which involves, infrastructure development, ensuring Research Scholars take up activities for their Ph.D. aiming at specific outcomes under the overall goal of the project, training the monitoring staff and setting up a protocol for regular monitoring activities. 2. Preparing protocols for mapping reef areas, by including reef health / biophysical variables, and assisting PI in Geospatial analyses. 3. Coordinating the data collection by the Research Scholars and Monitoring Staff, storing and analyses, while making sure the data is collected in a timely manner and as per set protocols. 4. Assisting the PI and the Research Associate in preparation of reports and timely submission of the same to the funding agency. 5. Preparing, in consultation with PI, Project Scientist, Research Associate and scholars, material for publication in national and international journals and for presentation at international conferences. 6. Designing, developing and refining field research methodologies, in consultation with PI and Scholars in order to obtain reliable data. 7. Planning a year in advance to meet deadlines for journal publications and to prepare presentations and papers for conferences. 8. Communicating to Lakshadweep Administration for obtaining necessary permits clearances etc. 9. Partnering with Range Forest Officers in organizing outreach and awareness campaigns by involving project staff

How to
Apply For
ZSI
vacancy :

Interested candidate send the detailed Curriculum Vitae and copies of certificates of educational qualifications, training etc., with a cover letter explaining interest and suitability to the job post, to reach Principal Investigator, Long-term Coral Reef Monitoring Programme - Lakshadweep, Marine Biology Regional Centre, Zoological Survey of India, 130 Santhome High Road, Chennai – 600028, on or before the closing date of filing the applications. A pdf copy of the application with the documents (as a single file) can be emailed to mbrc@zsi.gov.in Closing Date for filing application: 9 December 2019 (in the case of candidates from NE Region, Lakshadweep and A & N Islands the closing date is 23.12.2019)

Detail of
Interview

27 December 2019

Job
Type

OTHER

Job
Deatils:

Qualification

Bachelor degree in Computer Science and or Engineering from a recognised University with NET/ Master's degree in Computer Science/Computer Application and or Engineering.

Pay
Scale

Rs. 31,000/- + Admissible HRA (As per rules)

Age
Limit

Shall not be more than 28 years as on last of receipt of application

Desirable
Qualifications

Good in Programming (Java/PhP/JavaScript/Python), Knowledge in DBMS, Mobile App and Web App development and data sciences, Strong analytical & problem-solving skills, Good writing skill, Team spirit and zeal for learning

How to
Apply For
Zoological Survey of India - ZSI
vacancy :

Original and one set of all documents in support of age, educational qualifications and experiences to be produced at the time of interview. At the time of the verification of original documents (even after selection), if it is found that an attempt has been made by the applicant to wilfully conceal, misrepresent or canvass the facts, such applicant will not be considered for selection and due action will be implemented. Candidates appearing for this interview should bring a resume, attested true copies of testimonials of educational qualifications, research experience, proof for date of birth etc., along with copies of mark sheets of all examinations and ‘No Objection Certificate’ from present employer (if employed).

General
Instructions

1. No TA/DA is payable for attending the walk-in-interview 2. The Director, Zoological Survey of India reserves the right of selection or rejection of a candidature including cancellation of the advertisement without assigning any reason.

Detail of
Interview

18th November 2019 at 11:00 hrs

Venue of
Interview

In Zoological Survey of India HQ, Kolkata

Job
Type

TEMPORARY

Job
Deatils:

Qualification

Master degree in Zoology / Life Sciences / Biological Sciences or equivalent with Zoology as a major subject in undergraduate course from a recognised University with minimum 60% marks.

Pay
Scale

Rs. 12,000/- + Admissible HRA (As per rules)

Age
Limit

Age shall not be more than 28 years as on 30th January 2019. Upper age limit is relaxed up to 5 years for candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC-Non Creamy Layer (NCL)/Women/ Physically Challenged applicants .

Desirable
Qualifications

Research experience in a) wet lab exposure in molecular biology b) independent handling of PCR machine, Gel Electrophoresis and Gel Documentation systems c) basic knowledge in taxonomy and systematics d) field survey experience in wildlife e) wildlife photography l) profioiency in handling computer and basic field data

How to
Apply For
ZSI
vacancy :

Candidates should bring the duly filled-in applications with attested true copies of testimonials of educational qualifications, research experience, proof for date of birth etc., along with copies of mark sheets of all examinations and'No Objection Certificate' from present employer (if employed) on the date of walk-in-interview. Candidates seeking age relaxation should bring appropriate certificate from the competent authority.

General
Instructions

1. Although, there is indication for number of vacancy, the Director, ZSI reserve the rights for selection of any number of candidates. 2. No TA/DA and accommodation will be provided for the candidates attending the walk-in-interview at ZSI, WRC, Pune. 3. At the time of the verification of original documents (even after selection), if it is found that an attempt has been made by the applicant to wilfully conceal, misrepresent or canvass the facts, such applicant will not be considered for selection and due action will be implemented. 4. Candidate selected will be liable to posted anywhere in the country, including field sites and HQ, regional centres of ZSI, will have to join immediately after their selection. 5. Candidate selected should provide an undertaking that they will complete the tenure of JRF. 6. The application form can be downloaded from the Zoological Survey of India website http://zsi.gov.in. 7. The Director, Zoological Survey of India reserves the right of selection or rejection of a candidature including cancellation of the advertisement without assigning any reason.

Detail of
Interview

On 22/10/2019 at 11 AM

Venue of
Interview

The Zoological Survey of India, Western Regional Centre, Pune

Job
Type

TEMPORARY

Job
Deatils: