The Department of Environmental Science at the University of Kashmir has invited applications for two positions of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) or Junior Project Fellow (JPF) under the National Mission on Himalayan Studies (NMHS) funded project. The research project is titled “Emerging Contaminants in Himalayan Catchments: Sources, distribution, fate of transport, and management” and will involve extensive fieldwork in Ladakh and lab-based studies.
The engagement will be for one year initially, extendable based on performance and fund availability for up to two more years. The positions are temporary and co-terminus with the project. Candidates must apply by filling out the online Google form and may also send their documents via email in PDF format by 25 May 2025. Preference will be given to NET/GATE qualified candidates with relevant research experience.
The project will be coordinated by Dr. Sami Ullah Bhat, Department of Environmental Science. Detailed eligibility and application instructions are provided below —
Important Dates:
The registration process for JRF/JPF posts at University of Kashmir is now open.
Notification Date: 14 April 2025.
Start Date of Application: 14 April 2025.
Last Date of Application: 25 May 2025.
Vacancy Details:
This recruitment drive aims to fill 2 research-based positions.
Post Name: Junior Research Fellow / Junior Project Fellow (Environmental Science)
No. of Posts: 01
Post Name: Junior Research Fellow / Junior Project Fellow (Geoinformatics/Applied Geology/Geography)
No. of Posts: 01
Eligibility Criteria:
Candidates interested in applying can check the eligibility criteria, age limit, application fee, and other essential details below.
Educational Qualifications:
– JRF/JPF (Environmental Science): PG in Environmental Science with NET/GATE.
– JRF/JPF (Geoinformatics/Geology/Geography): PG in Geoinformatics/Applied Geology/Geography with NET/GATE.
Desirable:
– Environmental Science stream: Research experience in microplastics or water pollution.
– Geoinformatics stream: Research experience in glaciology or hydrology.
– Candidates should be inclined toward pursuing PhD.
Other Requirements:
The work involves rigorous field sampling in the Ladakh Himalaya and laboratory work both within and outside the university.
How to Apply:
Applicants who meet the eligibility criteria are encouraged to fill the Google application form at the provided link. Additionally, they may email their applications and documents in PDF format to: projectaquaticecologylabenv@gmail.com
Selection Process:
The selection of candidates will be based on merit, research interest, and performance in the interview. Preference will be given to offline interviews unless the candidate provides valid justification for an online mode.
Candidates who wish to apply must refer to the official notification. The official notice of University of Kashmir JRF/JPF 2025 contains all eligibility conditions, selection procedures, and project details.
Official Notification PDF