Life Sciences Job at SACON – Apply Now For Multiple Positions
Explore exciting opportunities for a life sciences job at SACON (Sálim Ali Centre for Ornithology and Natural History), a premier centre under the Wildlife Institute of India. SACON invites applications for multiple temporary Wildlife Biology research positions in ecology, wildlife biology, and conservation projects. These roles offer unique field-based experiences in bird and wildlife hazard mitigation, biodiversity studies, and species conservation across India’s most sensitive ecosystems.
About The Institute
The Sálim Ali Centre for Ornithology and Natural History (SACON), located in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, is a South Indian centre of the Wildlife Institute of India (WII) under the Ministry of Environment, Forests, and Climate Change (MoEFCC), Government of India. SACON conducts research, training, and policy development in the fields of ornithology and natural history.
Available Research Positions
1. Senior Project Manager – Bird/Wildlife Hazard Mitigation
- Positions: 1
- Tenure: 1 year (extendable)
- Qualification: Ph.D. in life/environmental sciences with 5+ years’ post‑PhD experience in bird/wildlife hazard mitigation
- Salary: ₹1,25,000/month (consolidated)
- Age Limit: 45 years
- Responsibilities: Coordinate and implement bird hazard mitigation projects across airports, liaise with airport authorities, analyze field data, and support project investigators.
2. Senior Project Associate – Bird/Wildlife Hazard Mitigation
- Positions: 1
- Tenure: 1 year (extendable)
- Qualification: M.Sc. in life/environmental sciences with 4+ years’ experience
- Salary: ₹57,000 + HRA
- Age Limit: 40 years
- Responsibilities: Conduct fieldwork, collect hazard data in airport precincts, liaise with stakeholders, and assist in reporting and data analysis.
3. Project Associate-II – Bird/Wildlife Hazard Mitigation
- Positions: 1
- Tenure: 1 year (extendable)
- Qualification: M.Sc. in life/environmental sciences with 2+ years’ experience
- Salary: ₹42,000 + HRA (NET/GATE qualified) or ₹33,000 + HRA (non‑NET/GATE)
- Age Limit: 35 years
- Responsibilities: Conducting field surveys, collecting data in airports, coordinating with stakeholders, and assisting with reporting.
4. Project Associate-I – Coconut Crab Conservation, Nicobar Islands
- Positions: 1
- Tenure: Till 31 March 2026 (extendable)
- Qualification: M.Sc. in life/environmental sciences
- Salary: ₹37,000 + HRA (NET/GATE qualified) or ₹30,000 + HRA (non‑NET/GATE)
- Age Limit: 35 years
- Responsibilities: Field studies on Coconut Crab ecology, data collection, community engagement, and conservation planning.
5. Project Associate-I – Bird Diversity & Pitti Wildlife Sanctuary
- Positions: 1
- Tenure: 1 year (extendable)
- Qualification: M.Sc. in life/environmental sciences
- Salary: ₹37,000 + HRA (NET/GATE qualified) or ₹30,000 + HRA (non‑NET/GATE)
- Age Limit: 35 years
- Responsibilities: Field research on bird diversity, data analysis, stakeholder engagement, and reporting.
6. Project Associate-I – Nicobar Megapode Conservation
- Positions: 1
- Tenure: Till 31 March 2026 (extendable)
- Qualification: M.Sc. in life/environmental sciences
- Salary: ₹37,000 + HRA (NET/GATE qualified) or ₹30,000 + HRA (non‑NET/GATE)
- Age Limit: 35 years
- Responsibilities: Species ecology studies, field surveys, data analysis, community interaction, and conservation plan development.
About the Projects
These positions involve work in bird and wildlife hazard mitigation, island ecology, biodiversity studies, and conservation planning in diverse and challenging environments, including airports, the Nicobar Archipelago, and the Lakshadweep Islands. Candidates will have opportunities in the Wildlife Biology area to conduct field surveys, interact with local communities, work closely with forest departments, and contribute to national conservation efforts.
Application Process – Life Sciences Job at SACON
- Apply online via the SACON careers portal by 20 October 2025.
- Submit scanned self‑attested copies of:
- Educational certificates and mark sheets (from 10th onward)
- Proof of date of birth
- Experience certificates
- Community certificate (if applicable)
- Testimonials for additional qualifications/activities
- Apply for a maximum of two positions with separate applications for each.
- Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an online interview; details will be communicated via email.
- Originals of all supporting documents must be presented at the time of joining.
- Note: Incomplete or late applications, applications without supporting documents, or those not in the prescribed format will be rejected. Age relaxation applies as per the Government norms. Hostel accommodation and benefits available as per SACON rules.
