Veterinary Doctor

Employment Type: Contractual engagement, initially till March 2026 and extendable based on performance and program requirements. The Veterinary Doctor (Junior Research Fellow) will support research-driven and field-based initiatives aimed at improving livestock productivity, animal health, and farm-level sustainability. The role focuses on developing practical, science-based solutions for pig rearing systems, capacity building, and the promotion of innovative husbandry and value-chain practices suited to local conditions.

Education & Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Veterinary Science & Animal Husbandry (B.V.Sc & A.H.) from a recognized institution.
• Registration with the State Veterinary Council / Veterinary Council of India (mandatory).
• Preference for candidates with experience or exposure to livestock research, animal breeding, or rural development programs.

Experience: Fresh graduates are eligible to apply. Candidates with 2–3 years of relevant research or field experience in piggery, animal nutrition, or disease management will be preferred.

1. Scope of Work:

Applied Research and Technical Support

• Undertake field-based studies and trials on breeding, nutrition, disease management, and husbandry practices tailored to local livestock systems.
• Support activities related to artificial insemination, semen processing, and genetic improvement programs for swine and small livestock.
• Assist in the development of feed formulations using locally available resources and contribute to improving feed efficiency and farm profitability.
• Contribute to the design and dissemination of sustainable livestock management models that promote biosecurity and animal welfare.

Animal Health and Preventive Care

• Provide diagnostic, treatment, and preventive veterinary services for livestock under assigned operational areas.
• Implement vaccination and deworming programs, monitor disease outbreaks, and strengthen biosecurity measures at farm and community levels.
• Offer field-based advisory and teleconsultation support to farmers and extension personnel for improved herd health and management.

Capacity Building and Field Demonstration

• Conduct training, demonstrations, and workshops for farmers, service providers, and youth on scientific rearing, feed management, and hygienic meat processing.
• Support the establishment and technical supervision of demonstration farms, model pig units, and community-based breeding centers.
• Prepare training manuals, extension materials, and standard operating procedures for field use.

Collaboration and Knowledge Integration

• Work with technical experts, field teams, and partner institutions to strengthen innovation and research linkages.
• Facilitate knowledge-sharing platforms and collaborative programs involving local institutions, producer groups, and research agencies.
• Assist in monitoring and documentation of field progress, outcomes, and best practices for scaling up successful interventions.

Documentation and Reporting

• Maintain clinical records, treatment registers, and field data for analysis.
• Prepare technical reports, research summaries, and case studies for internal review and dissemination.
• Contribute to progress documentation and database management for project monitoring.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong understanding of veterinary medicine, livestock production, and preventive healthcare.
• Research orientation and ability to collect, analyze, and interpret field data.
• Effective communication and facilitation skills for community and institutional engagement.
• Ability to work in rural field conditions and support multi-stakeholder initiatives.
• Basic proficiency in computer-based data entry, reporting, and digital communication.