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Wildlife Institute of India (WII) Research Recruitment 2025 | 42 Project Positions for Pharma & Life Sciences

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Wildlife Institute of India (WII) Recruitment 2025 | 42 Research & Project Positions

Recruitment 2025: 42 Research & Project Positions

Advt. No. WII/ADVT. 2/RP–CELL/ August, 2025

Short Information
The Wildlife Institute of India (WII), an internationally acclaimed institution dedicated to wildlife conservation and management, invites applications from INDIAN NATIONALS for 42 contractual positions across various research projects. These roles encompass research and project personnel, offering opportunities in diverse fields including ecology, ecotoxicology, and molecular biology. Interested candidates must submit their duly filled-in application forms along with all self-attested documents and the application/processing fee by 1700 hrs on 20 September, 2025, via Indian Post/Courier Services.
Important Dates
Advertisement Date August, 2025
Application Last Date 20 September, 2025, by 1700 hrs
Interview Date To be notified to shortlisted candidates.
Application Fee & Payment
General Category Rs. 500/- (Rupees Five Hundred only)
SC/ST/OBC/EWS (Non-General Category) & Physically Challenged (PC) Rs. 100/- (Application Processing Fee)
Payment Mode Online/ Electronic Mode Only (Bank Transfer via Google Pay, Phonepe, Paytm, Mobile/ Internet Banking Apps etc. recommended).

Bank Account Details for Fee Payment

Account Name: RRP Cell Revolving/ Director Wildlife Institute of India

Bank Name: Union Bank of India

Branch: Wildlife Institute of India, Chandrabani, Dehradun – 248 001

Account Number: 518502010059776

IFSC Code: UBIN0551856

Note: Before paying through online/electronic mode, kindly ensure the Account Holder Name is “RRP Cell Revolving/ Director Wildlife Institute of India”.

Vacancy Details for Research & Project Positions (Total: 42 Posts)

Project Sl. No. 01: Rangewide Estimation of River Dolphin-2nd Cycle

Position Advertised/Code Project Scientist-III (ANRF PS-III)
No. of Position(s) 01 (Ecology)
Monthly Emoluments Rs. 1,07,000 + HRA
Age Limit 55 years
Project Duration 01 year (extended based on performance)
Essential Qualification(s)
  • Doctoral Degree in Science AND Seven years’ experience (after obtaining required degree) in R&D in industrial and academic institutions or Science & Technology organisations and scientific activities and services
  • OR
  • Master’s Degree in Engineering & Technology from a recognised university or equivalent, AND Seven years’ experience (after obtaining required degree) in R&D in industrial and academic institutions or Science & Technology organisations and scientific activities and services
Desirable Qualification(s) Candidates with prior experience in freshwater ecology, particularly in research on Ganges River dolphins and associated biodiversity, are preferred.
Description of Work Oversee project implementation across multiple states, including planning and executing field surveys on Ganges River dolphins. Responsibilities include ecological data collection, monitoring river dynamics, conducting comprehensive biodiversity assessments, analysing datasets, and preparing detailed technical reports.

Project Sl. No. 02: Rangewide Estimation of River Dolphin-2nd Cycle

Position Advertised/Code Project Scientist-II (ANRF PS-II)
No. of Position(s) 01 (Ecotoxicology)
Monthly Emoluments Rs. 92,000 + HRA
Age Limit 55 years
Project Duration 01 year (extended based on performance)
Essential Qualification(s)
  • Doctoral Degree in Science AND Three years’ experience (after obtaining required degree) in R&D in industrial and academic institutions or Science & Technology organisations and scientific activities and services
  • OR
  • Master’s Degree in Engineering & Technology from a recognised university or equivalent, AND Three years’ experience (after obtaining required degree) in R&D in industrial and academic institutions or Science & Technology organisations and scientific activities and services
Desirable Qualification(s) Candidates with prior experience in the ecotoxicology of freshwater river systems are preferred. Sound knowledge of various sampling techniques for water, sediments, and biota and proficiency in using ecotoxicology-related analytical instruments (e.g., GC-MS, LC-MS/MS, AAS, ICP-MS).
Description of Work Oversee project implementation across multiple states, including planning and executing field surveys on Ganges River dolphins. Capable of leading field teams, systematically sampling water, sediments, and biota in remote riverine habitats, and managing analytical data for ecological risk assessment.

Project Sl. No. 03: Rangewide Estimation of River Dolphin-2nd Cycle

Position Advertised/Code Project Scientist-II (ANRF PS-II)
No. of Position(s) 01 (Ecology)
Monthly Emoluments Rs. 92,000 + HRA
Age Limit 55 years
Project Duration 01 year (extended based on performance)
Essential Qualification(s)
  • Doctoral Degree in Science AND Three years’ experience (after obtaining required degree) in R&D in industrial and academic institutions or Science & Technology organisations and scientific activities and services
  • OR
  • Master’s Degree in Engineering & Technology from a recognised university or equivalent, AND Three years’ experience (after obtaining required degree) in R&D in industrial and academic institutions or Science & Technology organisations and scientific activities and services
Desirable Qualification(s) Candidates with prior experience in freshwater ecology, particularly in research on Ganges River dolphins and associated biodiversity, are preferred. Capable of leading field teams, designing, and conducting ecological surveys, carrying out rigorous fieldwork in remote riverine habitats. Experience in habitat assessment, population monitoring, and ecological data analysis is an asset.
Description of Work Oversee project implementation across multiple states, including planning and executing field surveys on Ganges River dolphins. Responsibilities include ecological data collection, monitoring river dynamics, conducting comprehensive biodiversity assessments, analysing datasets, and preparing detailed technical reports.

Project Sl. No. 04: Rangewide Estimation of River Dolphin-2nd Cycle

Position Advertised/Code Principal Project Associate (ANRF-PPA)
No. of Position(s) 03
Monthly Emoluments Rs. 67,000 + HRA
Age Limit 50 years
Project Duration 01 year (extended based on performance)
Essential Qualification(s)
  • Four years Bachelor’s Degree (4 year B.Sc. degree as per National Education Policy) in Natural or Agricultural Sciences or equivalent AND Eight years’ experience in R&D.
  • OR
  • Master’s Degree in Natural or Agricultural Sciences or equivalent AND Eight years’ experience in R&D.
  • OR
  • BVSC/ BPharm or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering & Technology or Medicine AND Eight years’ experience in R&D, with four years in S&T program, planning, development, and co-operation.
  • OR
  • Master’s Degree in Engineering or Technology AND six years’ experience in R&D.
  • OR
  • Doctoral Degree in Science/Engineering /Technology/Pharma /MD/Master of Surgery AND four years’ experience in R&D.
Desirable Qualification(s) Candidates with prior experience working on Ganges River dolphins in freshwater river systems are preferred. They should be capable of leading rigorous surveys and fieldwork in remote dolphin habitats with limited logistical support. Statistical analysis and spatial ecological modelling skills are an asset. Research publications in peer-reviewed national/international journals.

OR

Sound knowledge of various sampling techniques for water, sediments, and biota and proficiency in using ecotoxicology-related analytical instruments (e.g., GC-MS, LC-MS/MS, AAS, ICP-MS). Research publications.

OR

Prior experience in DNA extraction, PCR analysis, and analysis of genetic data (sequence and microsatellite). Research publications.
Description of Work Conduct field surveys on Ganges River dolphins, collecting ecological data, monitoring river dynamics, conducting biodiversity assessment, data analysis, and technical reporting.

OR

Planning and overseeing systematic sampling of water, sediments, and biota in riverine habitats, ensuring advanced extraction techniques, analysis, supervising field teams, and managing, interpreting, and reporting analytical data for comprehensive ecological risk assessments.

OR

Carry out and assist in molecular biology aspects related to the conservation of Ganges River dolphins and associated fauna, data analysis, and report writing.

Project Sl. No. 05: Rangewide Estimation of River Dolphin-2nd Cycle

Position Advertised/Code Senior Project Associate (ANRF-SPA)
No. of Position(s) 05
Monthly Emoluments Rs. 57,000 + HRA
Age Limit 50 years
Project Duration 01 year (extended based on performance)
Essential Qualification(s)
  • Four years Bachelor’s Degree (4 year B.Sc. degree as per National Education Policy) in Natural or Agricultural Sciences or equivalent AND four years’ experience in R&D.
  • OR
  • Master’s Degree in Natural or Agricultural Sciences/ BVSC/ BPharm or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology or Medicine AND four years’ experience in R&D.
  • OR
  • Master’s Degree in Engineering & Technology AND two years’ experience in R&D.
  • OR
  • Master’s Degree in Economics with certificate and diploma in computer with at least 5 years of experience in office work or management.
  • OR
  • Doctoral Degree in Science/Engineering /Technology/Pharma /MD/ Master of Surgery.
Desirable Qualification(s) Candidates with prior experience working on Ganges River dolphins in freshwater river systems are preferred. Capable of leading rigorous surveys and fieldwork in remote dolphin habitats with limited logistical support. Research publications.

OR

Sound knowledge of various sampling techniques for water, sediments, and biota and proficiency in using ecotoxicology-related analytical instruments (e.g., GC-MS, LC-MS/MS, AAS, ICP-MS). Research publications.

OR

Prior experience in DNA extraction, PCR analysis, and analysis of genetic data (sequence and microsatellite). Research publications.

OR

Previous experience in GIS/RS software (ERDAS Imagine, QGIS & ArcGIS), strong modelling and data analytics skills. Research publications.

OR

Knowledge of MS Office & MS Excel. Experience in handling all project management work.
Description of Work Conduct field surveys on Ganges River dolphins, collecting ecological data, monitoring river dynamics, conducting biodiversity assessment, data analysis, and technical reporting.

OR

Systematically sampling water, sediments, and biota in remote riverine habitats, using different extraction techniques and managing analytical data for ecological risk assessment.

OR

Carry out and assist in molecular biology aspects related to the conservation of Ganges River dolphins and associated fauna, data analysis, and report writing.

OR

Develop and manage GIS databases for Ganges River Dolphin habitat monitoring. Conduct spatial analysis of riverine ecosystems using GIS and remote sensing tools. Prepare high-resolution habitat maps and assess changes in river morphology, sandbars, and water flow dynamics.

Project Sl. No. 06: Rangewide Estimation of River Dolphin-2nd Cycle

Position Advertised/Code Project Associate – II (ANRF-PA-II)
No. of Position(s) 04
Monthly Emoluments Rs. 42,000 + HRA (NET or GATE qualified)
Rs. 33,000 + HRA (For non-NET or GATE qualified)
Age Limit 50 years
Project Duration 01 year (extended based on performance)
Essential Qualification(s)
  • Four years Bachelor’s Degree (4 year B.Sc. degree as per National Education Policy) in Natural or Agricultural Sciences or equivalent AND Two years’ experience in R&D.
  • OR
  • Master’s Degree in Natural or Agricultural Sciences or BVSc/BPharm or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering & Technology or Medicine AND Two years’ experience in R&D.
Desirable Qualification(s) Candidates with prior experience working on Ganges River dolphins in freshwater river systems are preferred. Capable of rigorous surveys and fieldwork in remote dolphin habitats with limited logistical support.

OR

Experience in GIS/RS software (ERDAS Imagine, QGIS, ArcGIS) and strong modelling and data analytics skills.

OR

Prior experience in DNA extraction, PCR analysis, and analysis of genetic data (sequence and microsatellite). Research publications.
Description of Work Conduct field surveys on Ganges River dolphins, collecting ecological data, monitoring river dynamics, conducting biodiversity assessment, data analysis, and technical reporting.

OR

Conduct spatial analysis of riverine ecosystems using GIS and remote sensing tools. Prepare high-resolution habitat maps and assess changes in river morphology, sandbars, and water flow dynamics.

OR

Carry out and assist in molecular biology aspects related to the conservation of Ganges River dolphins and associated fauna, data analysis, and report writing.

OR

Implement project activities, maintenance of data, administrative work, and field support.

Project Sl. No. 07: Rangewide Estimation of River Dolphin-2nd Cycle

Position Advertised/Code Project Associate – I (ANRF-PA-I)
No. of Position(s) 07 (Ecology/ Genetics/ Ecotoxicology/ GIS)
Monthly Emoluments Rs. 37,000 + HRA (NET or GATE qualified)
Rs. 30,000 + HRA (For non-NET or GATE qualified)
Age Limit 50 years
Project Duration 01 year (extended based on performance)
Essential Qualification(s)
  • Four years Bachelor’s Degree (4 year B.Sc. degree as per National Education Policy) in Natural or Agricultural Sciences or equivalent.
  • OR
  • Master’s Degree in Natural or Agricultural Sciences or BVSc/BPharm or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering & Technology or Medicine from a recognised University.
Desirable Qualification(s) Candidates with prior experience working on Ganges River dolphins in freshwater river systems are preferred. Capable of conducting rigorous fieldwork in remote dolphin habitats with limited logistical support.

OR

Sound knowledge of various sampling techniques for water, sediments, and biota.

OR

Prior experience in DNA extraction and PCR analysis.

OR

Experience in GIS/RS software (ERDAS Imagine, QGIS & ArcGIS).
Description of Work Conduct field surveys on Ganges River dolphins, collecting ecological data, monitoring river dynamics, conducting biodiversity assessment, data analysis, and technical reporting.

Project Sl. No. 08: Rangewide Estimation of River Dolphin-2nd Cycle

Position Advertised/Code Project Assistant (ANRF-PA)
No. of Position(s) 20
Monthly Emoluments Rs. 27,000 + HRA
Age Limit 50 years
Project Duration 01 year (extended based on performance)
Essential Qualification(s)
  • Bachelor’s degree in Science/ Agricultural Sciences/ Forestry Science or equivalent.
  • OR
  • 3 years Diploma in Engineering & Technology.
Desirable Qualification(s) Candidates with prior experience working on Ganges River dolphins in freshwater river systems are preferred.
Description of Work Assist the team in data collection and field surveys on Ganges River dolphins, collecting ecological data, pollutant samples, and analysis under the supervision of the Project Scientist and Investigators.

Note for Pharmacy & Life Sciences Students:

While the primary focus of these projects is ecology and wildlife conservation, positions like **Project Scientist-II (Ecotoxicology)** (Project Sl. No. 02), **Principal Project Associate** (Sl. No. 04), and **Senior Project Associate** (Sl. No. 05) explicitly seek candidates with backgrounds in analytical techniques (e.g., GC-MS, LC-MS/MS, AAS, ICP-MS) for water, sediment, and biota analysis, and molecular biology (DNA extraction, PCR, genetic data analysis). These roles could be particularly relevant for Pharmacy, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, and other Life Sciences graduates with strong laboratory and analytical skills, especially if they have relevant experience in environmental or ecotoxicological studies.

How to Apply

Application Process & Submission
  • This is an OFFLINE application process.
  • Download the application form (Annexure-I) from the official WII website (link provided below).
  • Pay the non-refundable application fee via online/electronic mode to the bank account provided above.
  • Fill out the application form completely, ensuring all details are accurate as per your mark sheets and certificates.
  • Attach the fee payment receipt and self-attested copies of all required documents (degrees, mark-sheets, experience certificates, category certificate, date of birth certificate, publications, UGC/CSIR/ICAR NET/GATE details, NOC if applicable, etc.) as mentioned in the checklist (Page 14 of the advertisement).
  • The application form along with all enclosures must be addressed by Indian Post/Courier Services to:
    The Nodal Officer, Research Recruitment & Placement Cell,
    Wildlife Institute of India, Chandrabani, Dehradun – 248 001 (Uttarakhand)
  • The application must reach the Institute latest by 1700 hrs on 20 September, 2025. Late applications or incomplete forms will be rejected.
  • If applying for more than one position, a separate application form and fee payment must be submitted for each.
  • Candidates presently working/engaged with WII projects or as Ph.D. scholars must attach a “No Objection Certificate” (not more than one month older than the application deadline).

Screening and Selection Process

Criteria for Shortlisting & Interview

Shortlisting of applicants for online interviews will be based on the following criteria as per WII rules (Ref. point 10 & 11 of the advertisement):

a) Field/ Lab / Project Assistant category (Total Marks: 50)

  • % Marks in Bachelor’s Degree (As per EQ of the advertised post): 25 Marks
  • Specialization in relevance to the Project applied (relevance evidence can be produced/submitted in the form of internship/volunteering work done or previous work experience in the relevant field): 25 Marks

b) Project Associate – I category (Total Marks: 50)

  • % Marks in Master’s Degree (As per EQ of the advertised post): 25 Marks
  • Specialization in relevance to the Project applied (relevance evidence can be produced/submitted in the form of internship/volunteering work done or previous work experience in the relevant field): 25 Marks

c) Project Associate – II/ Senior Project Associates/ Principal Project Associates/ Project Scientist I, II & III categories (Total Marks: 50)

  • UGC/CSIR/ICAR NET with JRFship/WII-NET Passed*: 5 Marks
  • % Marks in Post Graduation (As per EQ of the advertised post): 25 Marks
  • Research/Work Experience: 10 Marks
  • Publications in journal, Conference, book chapter etc.: 10 Marks

*A “No Objection Certificate” is mandatory for candidates whose Doctoral Degree is not awarded. Failing to submit the same, the application shall be liable to be rejected.

The top ten (10) shortlisted candidates against each advertised project/position will be called for interview(s). The decision of the Institute regarding eligibility, acceptance, or rejection of applications and mode of selection will be final.

General Terms & Conditions

Key Instructions for Applicants
  • Applicants are advised to carefully read all stated terms & conditions and strictly follow the instructions while filling the application.
  • Applications without age proof, education qualification proof, research experience proof, all self-attested documents, passport size photograph, or not in the prescribed format are liable to be rejected.
  • The application/processing fee is non-refundable once paid.
  • A candidate may apply for a maximum of two advertised positions with relevance to their academic education and desirable requisites, submitting separate application forms and fees for each.
  • The positions advertised are purely temporary/contractual for the project period specified. They will stand abolished after the completion of the project.
  • Mere fulfillment of the minimum advertised qualification and experience requirement DOES NOT automatically entitle an applicant to be called for an interview.
  • Relaxation in upper age limit is allowed for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (up to 5 years) and Other Backward Class (OBC) (up to 3 years) as per Government of India rules.
  • All original documents/certificates must be produced at the time of joining for necessary verification.
  • Any attempt to wilfully conceal, misrepresent, or canvass the facts will lead to non-consideration for selection, and due action will be taken.
  • The list of selected candidates for interview will be uploaded in the Announcements section of the Institute’s website: www.wii.gov.in.
  • After announcing the results, the candidate should join the project immediately.
  • The Director, WII, reserves the right to reject any application/candidature because of incomplete information provided by the candidate or for any other reason(s), thereof.
Important Links
Download Official Notification & Application Form (PDF) Click Here
Official Website: Wildlife Institute of India (WII) Click Here

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