The Division of Animal Biotechnology at the Faculty of Veterinary Sciences and Animal Husbandry (FVSC & AH), Shuhama, SKUAST-K, has issued a draft advertisement notice inviting applications for three temporary positions under a DST-sponsored research project.
The positions are available under the project titled “COE-AMRDPAA: Centre of Excellence for Exploring Challenges to Identify Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Drivers and Potential Antimicrobial Alternatives in a One Health Approach.”
Eligible and interested candidates have been asked to submit their applications along with a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the Professor and Head, Division of Animal Biotechnology. Applications can be submitted either in person or through email.
The deadline for submitting applications is 4 September 2026. According to the notice, the date and time of the interview will be communicated separately to the candidates.
Vacancies Available
The recruitment notice lists three positions under the project: Research Associate-I, Project Associate-I and Project Assistant. The salary or remuneration for all three positions will be provided as per DST norms.
Research Associate-I
The first position advertised is Research Associate-I. The remuneration for the post will be as per DST norms.
The essential educational qualification specified in the notice is a Ph.D. in Microbiology, Medical Microbiology or Biotechnology.
Candidates with relevant research and development experience will be preferred. The desired experience includes work in R&D projects associated with antimicrobial resistance (AMR), molecular diagnostics, diagnostic kit development, AI-based tools and data management.
The notice further states that preference will be given to candidates who have relevant publications and patents.
Project Associate-I
The second position is Project Associate-I, for which the remuneration will also be according to DST norms.
Applicants must possess a Master’s degree in Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Microbiology or Clinical Biochemistry as the essential qualification.
For the desired qualification, candidates with experience in molecular biology techniques, particularly digital PCR and microscopy, will be preferred.
The recruitment notice also mentions that preference will be given to candidates who are interested in pursuing a Ph.D. as part of the project.
Project Assistant
The third advertised post is Project Assistant. The salary for this position will likewise be paid as per DST norms.
The essential qualification for the post is a Master’s degree in Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Microbiology or Clinical Biochemistry.
Candidates having experience in basic molecular biology techniques and cell culture will be preferred for the position.
As with the Project Associate-I post, preference will be given to candidates who are interested in pursuing a Ph.D. as part of the project.
Application Deadline and Submission Details
Interested candidates are required to submit their applications along with a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the Professor and Head, Division of Animal Biotechnology.
The application can be submitted in person or via email. Candidates must ensure that their applications reach the concerned office on or before 4 September 2026.
The notice states that the date and time of the interview will be communicated separately.
For correspondence, the contact email provided in the advertisement is abtskuast@gmail.com.
Important Conditions for Candidates
The recruitment notice clearly states that no TA/DA shall be provided for appearing in the interview. Candidates appearing for the selection process will therefore not receive travel allowance or daily allowance for attending the interview.
The positions are described as temporary. The notice also specifies that an appointee will have no claim for absorption in SKUAST-K.
Candidates interested in these research positions are advised to review the eligibility requirements carefully before submitting their applications.
Recruitment Notice Details
The advertisement has been issued by the Division of Animal Biotechnology, FVS&AH, Shuhama, SKUAST-K, 190 006.
The notice carries the reference DIPK-NB-1436-26 and is dated 18-08-2026.
The advertisement has been issued under the authority of Prof. Syed Mudasir Andrabi, Head, Animal Biotechnology.
The recruitment is connected with the DST-sponsored project focusing on antimicrobial resistance drivers and potential antimicrobial alternatives through a One Health approach.
Eligible candidates interested in research opportunities in microbiology, biotechnology, biochemistry, molecular diagnostics and related areas can submit their detailed CVs within the prescribed deadline.
The last date to submit applications is 4 September 2026, while further details regarding the interview schedule will be communicated separately by the concerned division.