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Department of Biological Sciences & Bio-Engineering

Advertisement Number: P.Rect./R&D;/2026/048

Applications are invited for a temporary position of Assistant Project Manager (Lead Veterinarian) in a WT sponsored project at the Department of Biological Sciences and Bioengineering, IIT Kanpur.

Designation: Assistant Project Manager

(Lead Veterinarian)- (01)

Qualifications: -

- Bachelor of Veterinary Science (BVSc.) and Master of Veterinary Science (M.V.Sc.) from a recognized institution
- Up to 2–3 years of post-qualification work experience, preferably in laboratory animal medicine or research facilities

Desired Skills and Interests: -

- Demonstrated surgical skills, including peri-operative and post-operative animal care.
- Familiarity with anaesthesia, analgesia, and veterinary care protocols for research animals.
- Interest in neuroscience, brain function, and translational biomedical research
- Willingness to work closely with interdisciplinary teams comprising neuroscientists, engineers, and clinicians.
- Familiarity with CCSEA guidelines, animal welfare regulations, and ethical compliance.
- Experience working with nonhuman primates (especially Rhesus macaques)

Responsibilities

- Act as the Lead Veterinarian for the project.
- Oversee clinical care, surgical procedures, and preventive healthcare for non-human primates.




- Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory, ethical, and welfare standards.
- Coordinate veterinary support for neuroscience and biomedical research studies
- Assist in training technical staff and maintaining standard operating procedures.

Salary Range (Emoluments): Rs. 30,000/- per month plus 18% House Rent Allowance (HRA), as per project norms Tenure: Initially for one year, extendable up to up to five years based on performance and project continuation

Position Highlights: -

- Long-term funded role within a nationally key primate research program.
- Opportunity to gain exposure to cutting-edge neuroscience and translational research.
- Academic and research environment at a premier national institute.

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their CV, a brief statement of interest, and contact details of referees to [email protected] The last date for sending the application is 24****th March 2026. Hard copy of the application is NOT required at this stage.

No TA/DA will be paid for the attending the interview. Applications who do not meet the minimum qualification and the work experience will not be called for the interview.

Dr. Arjun Ramakrishnan

Assistant Professor

Department of Biological Sciences & Bioengineering

Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur

Kanpur – 208016 India

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