Fixed-term
Position of Project Associate under the Project entitled “Biodiversity Assessment and Documentation in Sarog Valley”, Theog Forest Division, Shimla District
Dr Y S Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry, Nauni (Solan) “Department of Silviculture and Agroforestry” No UHF/SAF/FMS-144/20/2025/- 2343-83 Dated: 19/01/2026 Advertisement No. 01/2026 Applications on the prescribed form are invited for filling up of the following post (Purely temporary and co-terminus with the project, subject to availability of grant and provision/approval by the funding agency) for this purpose, under the Project entitled “Biodiversity Assessment and Documentation in Sarog Valley, Theog Forest Division, Shimla District, Himachal Pradesh” (FMS-144-20) operative in the Department of Silviculture and Agroforestry, College of Forestry, Dr Y S Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry, Nauni (Solan) – Himachal Pradesh. The application form can be downloaded from the University website www.yspuniversity.ac.in. Please read terms & conditions carefully before filling the application form. The processing fee is as under: Category Project Associate Field Assistant General Category Rs.450/- Rs.150/- Reserved Category Rs.110/- Rs.30/- Applications will be considered valid only if it is accompanied with prescribed processing fee in the shape of IPO/Bank Draft payable to State Bank of India / UCO Bank, Nauni (Solan) – 173 230 (HP) in favour of the Comptroller, Dr Y S Parmar University of Horticulture & Forestry, Nauni (Solan). Sr. No. Name of the Post Emoluments No. of Post Approved Qualification 01. Project Associate Rs.25000/- per month fixed + 1000/- HRA as per University rules 01 Essential: M.Sc. (Forestry) / M.Sc Environmental Science Desirable: knowledge of plant taxonomy, species identification, field data collection, preparation of herbarium specimen, digitalization, data entry and handling of software. 02. Field Assistant Rs.18,000/- per month fixed + 1000/- HRA as per University rules 01 Essential: Graduate degree in any discipline from Govt. recognized University/Institution Desirable: Should have experience of field work. Knowledge of local vegetation. Basic skills in field data collection, maintaining of records and MS Office. The application complete in all respects, should reach to the Associate Professor & Head, Department of Silviculture, College of Forestry, Dr Y S Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry, Nauni (Solan) – 173 230 (Himachal Pradesh) by 5.00 PM on 29.01.2026 (Thursday) and walk-in-interview after “evaluation of documentation” will be held on 30.01.2026 (Friday) at 11:00 AM in the office chamber of the undersigned. Terms & conditions The applicant must be a citizen of India. The minimum age under Project Associate and Field Assistant categories will be 21 years and maximum 45 years. The upper age limit is relaxable for reserved category candidates as per Govt. of India norms. The engagement is purely on temporary basis and is initially for a period of 11 months or may be extended/curtailed subject to the availability of fund or termination of the project. However, depending on the unsatisfactory progress, the engagement can be terminated at any time by issuing one month notice. The candidate applying for the post will have no claim for their regularization as the posts are purely temporary and their engagement can be terminated at any time, if not required in the project. The candidate has to sign engagement contract agreement on stamp paper at the time of joining and the engagement contract agreement shall be renewed on yearly and performance basis. The selected candidate, who wishes to tender his/her resignation during the period of engagement shall be required one month’s notice prior to resignation or to deposit one month’s salary. Applicants already working in any project should send their application through proper channel. No separate letter for interview will be issued and the candidate will have to appear for interview at their own expenses on the date of interview. The undersigned reserves the right not to fill-up the post, without assigning any reason. The candidate must bring all the original testimonials at the time of interview. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview. The University will not accept as valid any arguments or plea such as breakdown communication, illness etc. for non-attendance of the interview and verification of documents where required. Incomplete application or those received after last date will not be entertained and will be rejected straight way. The candidate having marks issued in the form of CGPA/OGPA should attach approved conversion table/formula along with the application form. Note: Although every care has been taken in preparing this advertisement notice, possibility of inadvertent/technical error cannot be ruled out. This office reserves the right to rectify the same later on. Ends No. UHF/SAF/FMS-144-20/2025/- 2343-83 Dated: 19/01/2026 Copy of the above is forwarded to the following for information and wide circulation/publicity: All the Statutory Officer, Dr YSP, UHF, Nauni (Solan). The Deans, COH&F, Neri (Hamirpur)/COH&F, Thunag (Mandi). All the Professor & Head(s), COH/COF, Dr YSP, UHF, Nauni (Solan). All the Associate Director(s)/Incharge(s) of Outstations/KVKs, Dr YSP, UHF. The Professor & Incharge, CIC, Dr YSP, UHF, Nauni (Solan) for uploading the same on University website. The Secretary to the Vice-Chancellor, Dr YSP, UHF, Nauni (Solan). Concerned PI of the Project. Notice Boards/Guard File.
Research Associate in the project “Environmental and water pathways of Campylobacter in poultry farming”
Department of Veterinary Medicine – Institute for Animal and Environmental Hygiene Research Associate (Pre-doctoral) (m/f/d) with 67% part-time employment, limited to 3 years, pay grade 13 TV-L FU, reference number: 0810 Praedoc NICE Application deadline: February 2, 2026 The Institute for Animal and Environmental Hygiene is dedicated to veterinary education, focusing on hygiene in animal husbandry, hygiene and infection prevention in veterinary clinics and practices, the interactions between animal husbandry and the environment, and animal, environmental, and consumer protection. The Institute’s research areas include the development of intervention measures against various infectious diseases and antibiotic resistance in livestock farming, questions concerning the transmission, introduction, and survival of pathogens from livestock farming in the environment, and questions concerning disinfection in animal housing, veterinary clinics, and practices Job description: Working on the topic: “Environmental and water pathways of Campylobacter in poultry farming” (sub-project within the NICE joint project – Niche of Campylobacter in the water environment). Within the framework of an interdisciplinary collaborative research project funded by the Federal Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Community (BMLEH), the aquatic habitat in and around broiler farms will be systematically investigated as a potential source of introduction, survival, and transmission of Campylobacter spp. – including viable but non-culturable (VBNC) stages. The aim is to better understand and scientifically describe key transmission pathways of the pathogen in broiler chicken and duck farming operations in order to identify starting points for preventive measures. The investigations include systematic sampling in animal housing and their surroundings, focusing on the various water sources. Dual diagnostics are employed, combining classical culture and real-time PCR, supplemented by whole-genome sequence-based analyses. Based on these findings, critical control points for future, practically relevant prevention and risk minimization strategies in poultry farming will be derived. It is possible to obtain a doctorate on the specified topic (Dr. med. vet. or PhD). Requirements for employment: Completed academic university degree, medical license or degree in related fields of life sciences (Master’s, Diploma) Desired: Basic knowledge of microbiological and molecular biological techniques or an interest in them, interest in infectious disease issues in farm animals, interest in environmental and animal husbandry topics Further information Applications with relevant documents, quoting the reference number , should be submitted electronically in PDF format (preferably as one document) by email to Dr. Anika Friese: tierhygiene@vetmed.fu-berlin.de or by post to the Free University of Berlin Department of Veterinary Medicine Institute for Animal and Environmental Hygiene Dr. Anika Friese Robert-von-Ostertag-Str. 8 Building 43, 14163 Berlin (Düppel) By submitting an online application, you, as the applicant, give your consent for your data to be processed and stored electronically Please note that if your application is sent electronically without encryption, the Free University of Berlin cannot guarantee the security of personal data transmitted.
Research Associate – Veterinary Medicine (Animal and Environmental Hygiene)
Department of Veterinary Medicine – Institute for Animal and Environmental Hygiene Research Associate (Pre-doctoral) (m/f/d) with 67% part-time employment, fixed-term contract of up to 4 years, pay grade 14 TV-L FU, reference number: 0810 WiMi Infectiology Application deadline: February 9, 2026 The Institute for Animal and Environmental Hygiene is dedicated to veterinary education, focusing on hygiene in animal husbandry, hygiene and infection prevention in veterinary clinics and practices, the interactions between animal husbandry and the environment, and animal, environmental, and consumer protection. The Institute’s research areas include the development of intervention measures against various infectious diseases and antibiotic resistance in livestock farming, questions concerning the transmission, introduction, and survival of pathogens from livestock farming in the environment, and questions concerning disinfection in animal housing, veterinary clinics, and practices Responsibilities: Contributing to research and teaching at the Institute for Animal and Environmental Hygiene at the Free University of Berlin, supervising technical staff, doctoral candidates, and interns, project management, and independently developing project ideas up to the grant application stage. This position serves the candidate’s own academic qualification (further training to become a specialist veterinarian in animal and environmental hygiene and/or a Diplomate of the European College for Veterinary Microbiology). Participation in veterinary services for the clinic and research facilities. Employment requirements: Completed academic university degree in veterinary medicine (license to practice). Desired: Sound experience in the fields of animal hygiene, microbiology and molecular biology, in working with infectious agents (BSL2), preferably at a veterinary training institution; relevant experience with epidemiological and infectious disease investigations at the herd or veterinary clinic level, especially also with antibiotic-resistant pathogens; experience in applying for projects, experience in the organization and coordination of interdisciplinary research. Further information Applications with relevant documents, quoting the reference number , should be submitted electronically in PDF format (preferably as one document) by email to Prof. Dr. Uwe Rösler: tierhygiene@vetmed.fu-berlin.de or by post to the Free University of Berlin Department of Veterinary Medicine Institute for Animal and Environmental Hygiene Professor Dr. Uwe Rösler Robert-von-Ostertag-Str. 8 Building 43, 14163 Berlin (Düppel) By submitting an online application, you, as the applicant, give your consent for your data to be processed and stored electronically Please note that if your application is sent electronically without encryption, the Free University of Berlin cannot guarantee the security of personal data transmitted.
Postdoctoral Fellow position – Veterinary Medicine (Virology)
Department of Veterinary Medicine – Institute of Virology Research Associate (Postdoc) (m/f/d) Full-time position, fixed-term contract up to 5 years, salary group 14 TV-L FU, reference number: WE05/WiMi2026 Application deadline: February 9, 2026 The Institute of Virology at the Department of Veterinary Medicine of the Free University of Berlin is a research and teaching institute headed by Prof. Dr. Benedikt Kaufer. It is part of the Center for Infectious Diseases and the Veterinary Center for Resistance Research (TZR) and specializes in research on viral pathogens as well as the development of vaccines and diagnostic methods. The Institute of Virology is seeking a dedicated research associate (postdoctoral researcher) for research, diagnostics, and teaching, to start as soon as possible Job Description: Contributing to research, teaching, and services in the field of veterinary virology, with a focus on cellular and molecular virology. Responsibilities include: • Independently managing scientific projects • Supervising doctoral candidates as well as Master’s and Bachelor’s theses • Planning, conducting, and overseeing research projects in veterinary virology • Securing external funding • Disseminating scientific findings through presentation and publication in peer-reviewed journals • Independently organizing and conducting theoretical and practical courses for veterinary medicine students • Conducting virology examinations as part of the veterinary state examination • Participating in academic self-governance. • This position serves the candidate’s own academic professional development. Requirements for employment: Completed academic university degree in veterinary medicine (license to practice), doctorate Desired qualifications: • Experience in handling cell cultures and molecular virological work. • Experience with animal experiments (FELASA Category B course or equivalent). • Good communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team . • Ability to formulate clear scientific hypotheses and to collaborate effectively and in a goal-oriented manner with collaborators. • German language skills . • Good written and spoken English skills. • Evidence of successful teaching, research, and service at a university or research institution. Further information Applications, including relevant documents and quoting the reference number , should be submitted electronically in PDF format (preferably as a single document) via email to Prof. Dr. Benedikt Kaufer: b.kaufer@fu-berlin.de or by post to the address below. Free University of Berlin Department of Veterinary Medicine Institute of Virology Prof. Dr. Benedict Kaufer Robert-von-Ostertag-Str. 7 Building 35, 14163 Berlin (Düppel) By submitting an online application, you, as the applicant, give your consent for your data to be processed and stored electronically Please note that if your application is sent electronically without encryption, the Free University of Berlin cannot guarantee the security of personal data transmitted.