Call for Applications



Position Title : Project Assistant

Project Title : To understand forest structure and regeneration patterns in the non-monsoonal forests of Western Himalaya.

Project Funding Agency : National Mission on Himalayan Studies (NMHS), Ministry of Environment, Forests & Climate Change, Govt. of India

Position Details

  • Number of Positions: 2
  • Duty Station : Nainital / Dehradun
  • Duration : The engagement of staff shall be initially for a period of year and extendable by a further period of two years subject to satisfactory performance and conduct of the engaged staff and release of funds by the funding agency. The positions are purely temporary and co-terminus with the project.
  • Remuneration : Monthly emoluments (Rs. 20,000 +HRA@16% /month)

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct fieldwork, data collection, and analysis
  • Assist in literature review and report writing
  • Coordinate with local stakeholders and government bodies
  • Contribute to research publications and presentations

Qualifications

  • Graduate degree in science with subjects i.e. Forestry/Botany/Environmental Science as part of the degree with minimum of 55% marks from a recognized university/institution
  • Ability to work in high altitude areas proficiency in MS Office
  • Good communication and organizational skills
  • Willingness to travel to field locations

Desirable Qualifications

Candidates having knowledge and experience in field survey and forest sampling, structure and functioning, regeneration studies will be given preference

Application Process

Interested candidates are requested to send the following documents to info@cedarhimalaya.org by May 31st, 2025.With their updated CV. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview

General Conditions

  • Age as on the last date of application should not be less than 18 years and not more than 30 years.
  • The applicants shall be responsible for the authenticity of the information provided and documents submitted.
  • The staff engaged in the project shall be governed by the rules and regulations of the funding agency
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