TANUVAS Project Assistant Recruitment 2026

About This Job

Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (TANUVAS) is hiring 1 Project Assistant at its Centre for Animal Health Studies in Chennai. The post is under a Tamil Nadu Animal Welfare Board funded rabies research project. If you have a Master's degree in Life Sciences, Agriculture or Technology, or a Bachelor's degree in Veterinary Sciences or Medicine, you can attend the walk-in interview. The salary is Rs. 27,000 per month plus 24% HRA. The walk-in interview is on 13 July 2026 at 10:30 AM.

TANUVAS Project Assistant Recruitment 2026 - 1 Post

Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (TANUVAS), through its Centre for Animal Health Studies, is filling one Project Assistant post under the project "Rabies Antibody Insight and Surveillance for Elimination (RAISE): a sero-epidemiological survey and oral vaccination programme among community dogs in Chennai", funded by the Tamil Nadu Animal Welfare Board. This is a purely temporary post for the duration of the project and is co-terminus with it. The work involves field sample collection and molecular/serological lab assays, so it suits candidates with a life-science or veterinary background.

Who Can Apply?

Essential Qualification

• Master's degree in Life Sciences, Agriculture or Technology from a recognized university, OR
• Bachelor's degree in Veterinary Sciences or Medicine from a recognized university.

Desirable Qualification (Preferred)

• A Master's degree in Microbiology, Biotechnology, Genetic Engineering or related life-science disciplines, or an M.V.Sc in Veterinary Microbiology / Animal Biotechnology.
• Experience in microbiology or molecular biology will be given preference.

Age Limit

• The upper age limit is 35 years.
• You must bring valid proof of age (original) to the walk-in interview.

Salary

• You will get a monthly pay of Rs. 27,000 plus 24% HRA.
• The pay is a consolidated project amount and continues for the duration of the project.

Selection Process

Selection is done on the same day in two steps:

1. Written Screening Test: All eligible candidates take a one-hour written screening test.
2. Interview: Only candidates who are shortlisted from the screening test move on to the interview.

No TA/DA will be paid for attending the walk-in interview.

How to Apply

1. There is no online application. Attend the walk-in interview in person.
2. Reach the Centre for Animal Health Studies, TANUVAS, Madhavaram Milk Colony, Chennai - 600051 on 13 July 2026 by 10:30 AM.
3. Bring your updated CV and original documents for proof of age, educational qualifications, a government-issued photo ID, and experience certificates.
4. If you are currently employed, bring a valid No Objection Certificate (NOC) from your employer.
5. For any queries, email dcahs@tanuvas.org.in.

Important Dates

• Walk-in Interview Date: 13 July 2026
• Reporting Time: 10:30 AM
• Written Screening Test: Held on the same day before the interview

• Collect field samples from community dogs during the rabies surveillance survey
• Perform molecular and serological laboratory assays for rabies antibody testing
• Support the oral vaccination programme among community dogs in Chennai
• Record, enter, and manage survey and laboratory data accurately
• Maintain lab samples, reagents, and follow biosafety guidelines
• Prepare progress notes and reports for the project team
• Assist the project investigators with day-to-day field and lab activities