Applications are invited by the University of Kashmir for two Junior Research Fellow (JRF) positions under a research project funded by the National Mission on Himalayan Studies (NMHS). The project is titled “Emerging Contaminants in Himalayan Catchments: Sources, distribution, fate of transport, and management.” These positions are temporary and co-terminus with the project duration.
As per the extended notice issued by the university, the last date to apply is now 27 April 2025. Candidates should be highly motivated and willing to conduct field and lab-based work, particularly in the Ladakh Himalaya region.
The selected fellows will work under the supervision of Dr. Sami Ullah Bhat, Principal Investigator, and Co-PIs from the Departments of Geography, Earth Science, and Geoinformatics.
Interested candidates should fill the Google Form online and also email their application in PDF format along with supporting documents.
Important Dates:
The registration process for University of Kashmir JRF positions will remain open till 27 April 2025.
Vacancy Details:
This recruitment drive aims to fill two JRF vacancies at the Department of Environmental Science, University of Kashmir.
Post Name: Junior Research Fellow
No. of Posts: 2
Eligibility Criteria:
Candidates interested in applying can check the eligibility criteria, application process, and other important details below.
1) Educational Qualifications
JRF Position 1: Postgraduate in Environmental Science with NET/GATE.
JRF Position 2: Postgraduate in Geoinformatics / Applied Geology / Geography with NET/GATE
2) Desirable Experience
For JRF Position 1: Prior work in microplastic or water pollution.
For JRF Position 2: Prior experience in glaciology or hydrology.
How to Apply:
Applicants who meet the eligibility criteria should apply through the official Google Form links provided in the notification and send scanned copies of required documents in PDF format to projectaquaticecologylabenv@gmail.com.
Selection Process:
The selection of candidates will be based on merit and interview performance. Knowledge related to the project work will also be assessed. Interviews will be held offline unless online mode is requested with justification.
Candidates who wish to apply must download and carefully read the original notification for complete project and application details. The official notification contains specific information about required qualifications, project scope, work responsibilities, and interview process.
Official Notification PDF
Extension Notice PDF