We are looking for young and motivated candidate with an interest in ecological restoration and plants for joining our rainforest restoration project in the Anamalai hills, Western Ghats.

Research Responsibilities:

• Assist with ongoing long-term research on vegetation recovery and monitoring in restoration sites, forest dynamics, and tree phenology.

• Take the lead in data analysis, preparation of reports, maps, manuscript and presentations.

Essential qualifications:

• Master’s degree, preferably in a related field such as Forestry, Botany, Zoology, Ecology, Life Sciences, or Wildlife Science (or, if holding a different degree, then a demonstrable keen interest in plants, conservation, and motivation for field work).

• Proficiency in basic word processing and other computer applications such as Excel, Power point, GIS mapping, and use of R software and packages.

• Ability to manage a large ecological dataset and carry out statistical analysis for reports and manuscripts, write grant proposals and donation requests to raise funding.

• Proficiency in English and good communication skills, speak Tamil, and be able to work in a team.

Commitment and compensation:

• An initial commitment for one year (extendable) is expected and the salary (Rs. 25,000 – 45,000) will be based on experience.

• Accommodation will be provided at a field station (shared with other students and researchers) and local travel costs connected to fieldwork would be covered.

• Food costs will need to be shared by the candidate along with others at the field station.

How to apply:

The position will be open until a suitable candidate is selected.

• Please fill up this form

• The selected candidate will be expected to start work within one month of being informed. Please wait for at least 4 weeks to hear back from us about your application before contacting us again.

For a booklet about our Rainforest Restoration project, see:

http://www.moef.nic.in/sites/default/files/Rainforest_Restoration_NCF_India_Web.pdf

For a short documentary about the project, see: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2x5C9eC7NnA