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Career guidance classes taken for 2022-23 Batch

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SIR C R REDDY (A) COLLEGE, ELURU.

DEPARTMENT OF ZOOLOGY

Career counseling for Final Years

 CLASSES TAKEN FOR FINAL YEAR STUDENTS

Helping Students choose an appropriate career based on their interests, skills and abilities. The main objective of career counseling is to help students pick a field that complements their abilities and skills the most.

The level of benefits provided to a zoologist largely depends on the the type of employer. Those working for universities will often receive the same type of benefits that all full time faculty members are entitled to, including paid vacation, health insurance, life insurance, and a 401K or other retirement plan.

Zoology as major for BSc is simple for anyone who has interest & liking in Zoology. Major Zoology includes vertebrate, invertebrate study, ecology, physiology, genetics, evolution, development biology & few units on biochemistry, biostatistics.

 

BEST COLLEGES for M.Sc. in Zoology colleges in Andhra Pradesh

Ø  Andhra University, Visakhapatnam. Visakhapatnam.

Ø  Adikavi Nannaya University Rajahmundry.

Ø  Acharya Nagarjuna University. Guntur.

Ø  SPMVV - Sri Padmavati Mahila Visvavidyalayam. Tirupati.

Ø  S.V.U. College of Sciences, Tirupati.

Ø  Government Degree College, Rajahmundry.

Ø  Andhra Christian College - ACC - Courses Guntur

Ø  Ganga Kaveri Institute of Science and Management-Banglore

Ø  Osmania university Hyderabad.

Entrance Exams for M.Sc are:

ü  All India Institute of Medical Sciences(AIIMS)

ü  Indian Institute of Technology – Joint Admission (IIT JAM 2021)

ü  Indira Gandhi National Open University Entrance (IGNOU)

ü  Entrance Exam for interested Universities


Both private and Government jobs after M.Sc and B.Sc:

Ø Zoologist

Ø Zookeeper

Ø Medical coding


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--> Pharmaceutical companies 

Ø Immunology labs

Ø lab technicians

Ø Wild life educators

Ø Environment Consultant

Ø Wild life Conservationist

Ø Indian Forest Service-

Ø Civil services

Ø Zoology Faculty

Ø Research Associative

Ø Wild life Campaign Officer

Ø Field officer

Ø Wild life project officer

Ø Wild life media Consultant

Ø Naturalist

Ø Associate Editor zoology

Hatcharies

Ø Village fisheries assistant (if specialization in aquaculture) 


Details on Each course


SCIENTIST: ICAR: Indian Council of Agricultural Research

 

Direct recruitment to the grade of Scientist at entry level is made through the ASRB on the basis of All India competitive examination which includes preliminary and main examination, followed by Viva Voce. The vacancies in scientific grade discipline wise are furnished by the ICAR to the ASRB annually. Ex: Animal Science Division of ICAR coordinates and monitors research activities in its 19 Research Institutes and their Regional Centers/Stations.

Presently, regulation of agricultural education is the mandate of ICAR, Veterinary Council of India (Veterinary sub-discipline) and Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education (Forestry sub-discipline). The UPA government has included Yashpal Committee recommendations in its '100 days agenda'.[7] premier institute of agriculture in India

Gross salary per month: 50K-1lakh

Areas:

ICAR-Indian Institute of Farming Systems Research Recruitment 2020 – 12

Senior Scientist (Genetics & Plant Breeding), IARI, RS, Pusa Bihar under IARI, New Delhi

ICAR-Indian Veterinary Research Institute, Izatnagar

National Institute of Animal Nutrition and Physiology, Bengaluru

Web page:

http://www.iifsr.res.in . E-mail: sao.iifsr@gmail.com, directoriifsr@yahoo.com

 

Zookeeper

Zookeepers are the most visible members of the zoological park team. Many zookeepers specialize in a specific area, such as working with birds, big cats, elephants, or aquatic species. They might also assist with reproductive procedures and raise young animals to propagate endangered species kept in their zoo.

Overall, about 241,500 animal caretakers worked in the U.S. in 2016, but this includes some who did not work at zoos.

 

Zookeeper Duties & Responsibilities

Zookeepers are animal professionals who are responsible for maintaining the health of their charges as well as ensuring proper maintenance of their habitat. The duties of a zookeeper usually include:

ü  Feeding the animals

ü  Administering medication

ü  Cleaning and maintaining the animal’s enclosure

ü  Reporting unusual changes in behavior to managers or veterinarians

ü  Assisting with veterinary procedures

ü  Keeping detailed records

Zookeepers play a role in educational programs offered to the public in many zoos and parks. These programs promote conservation and give keepers the opportunity to share their knowledge about their animals. Lectures might include demonstrations with live animals, depending on the species.

Zookeeper Salary

Median Annual Income: $23,760 ($11.42/hour)

Education, Training & Certification

You can benefit from both education and related experience if you want to enter this field.

Education: A zookeeper typically has a degree in an animal-related field such as animal science, biology, or zoology. Coursework in animal behavior, anatomy and physiology, reproductive physiology, and biology is useful.

Experience: Successful applicants for zookeeper positions also generally have extensive experience working with animals in veterinary clinics, kennels, wildlife rehabilitation facilities, stables, aquariums, or zoos.

Zookeeper Skills & Competencies

You should have several essential qualities to succeed at becoming a zookeeper.

Patience

 Physical fitness 

 People skills: You'll also be handling visitors and monitoring their behavior for safety.

Attention to detail: Is an animal sick and need care? You'll have to notice the subtle signs. You'll also be measuring out food and medicines, and measurements must be precise.

 

Medical coding

Where do medical coders and other related health information professionals work?

Ø  Hospitals & doctors' offices. ...

Ø  Healthcare consulting services. ...

Ø  Educational institutions. ...

Ø  Insurance agencies. ...

Ø  Law firms. ...

Ø  Government agencies. ...

Ø  Work-from-home medical coding.

Areas: Ex: Medical Coding Trainer, SAVE, VISAKAPATNEM, Eluru, Andhra Pradesh

Ø  We are looking for Part/Full-time Medical Coding faculty for the training institute

Required qualification: along with biology minimum basics on Biotech, Biotechnology, Biotechnologist  

Job Description: Medical Coding is the process of converting Verbal Descriptions into numeric or alpha numeric by using ICD 10-CM, CPT && HCPCS. As per HIPAA rules healthcare providers need efficient Medical Coders Requirement: knowledge in Anatomy and Physiology Good communication and interpersonal skills Basic Computer Skills

Salary: The average salary for a senior medical coder is  25,676 per month in India.

 

Pharmaceutical companies:

 Branded drugs are patented drugs. When a pharmaceutical company discovers a new drug, it files for a patent. Then, the company is awarded a license for 20 years to exclusively sell the drug. Exclusivity is provided to recoup research and development expenses incurred during the development of a drug.

Working in pharmaceutical engineering is a good career choice.

Ø Job Description: Pharmaceutical operators work with machines that perform such functions as filling capsules and inspecting the quality and weight of tablets. Pharmaceutical sales representatives sell and distribute pharmaceutical products and introduce new items to pharmacists, retail stores, and medical practitioners

Ø Areas :,

            Divi's Laboratories in Vizag     

        Dr. Reddy's Laboratories in Hydearabad         

Cipla Headquarters in  Mumbai,

            Cadila Healthcare headquartered in Ahmedabad, Gujarat,    

 

Salary: Average salary for a Pharmaceutical is ₹23,120 per month in India.


Immunology labs:

 Immunology is the study of the body's immune system and its functions and disorders. Serology is the study of blood serum (the clear fluid that separates when blood clots). Immunology and serology laboratories focus on the following: Identifying antibodies. These are proteins made by a type of white blood cell in response to a foreign substance (antigen) in the body.

·         Investigating problems with the immune system. These include when the body's immune system attacks its own tissues (autoimmune diseases) and when a body's immune system is underactive (immunodeficiency disorders).

·         Determining organ, tissue, and fluid compatibility for transplantation

Ø  Job Description: The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine is a large, diverse multi-site department whose mission is to create a healthier world through bold innovation in population health, education, technology and research. UC Davis is leading the way in diagnosing, treating, and reducing the burden of disease. 

 

Areas:

Indian immunological limited, Hyderabad

Research Fellow in Immunology  SAVE  Description: https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTEJQPp2H9RPW2SWJpRjOC7EdNjuxQlycQC0p6p&s=0Tata Institute of Fundamental Research - Mumbai & Hyderabad, Telangana

Thyrocare Visakhapatnam

Home Sample Collection in Visakhapatnam

Salary Range : $47.27 to $62.35

 

Wild life Campaign Officer

Campaign Manager – Wildlife
Location: International office Remote working, United States
Permanent
Salary: Circa $70,000 USD per annum


Your remit will be to lead the development, implementation and tactical delivery of the US wildlife campaign. Day-to-day you will collaborate with colleagues to deliver integrated public mobilization strategies, supporter journeys, corporate engagement and advocacy which reach and influence, engage and convert target audiences.
Important will be the ability to ensure work is of high quality and delivered on time and within budget. A good deal of independence and autonomous decision-making is afforded to campaign managers. You will also maintain relationships with a network of key external stakeholders as well as measure effectiveness and produce regular reporting.


Responsibilities


Work with the US programs director, and the global virtual campaign team, and all other internal stakeholders to develop innovative projects for the global wildlife campaign, capable of meeting World Animal Protection’s strategic mission and goals in the United States.
• Ensure the US wildlife campaign is delivered in a timely and effective manner in co-operation with the global virtual campaign team and all other relevant staff.
• Provide support to World Animal Protection colleagues running projects in support of the US wildlife campaign to ensure effectiveness, consistency and that all delivery is in support of World Animal Protection’s organizational goals.
• Contribute to the development of effective tools and technical support for the global wildlife campaign working closely with issue experts and technical advisors.
• Maintain relationships with a network of key external stakeholders relevant to the execution of the US wildlife campaign and specific project objectives.
• Communicate World Animal Protection’s positions and messages to external and internal audiences, including public fora, the media, political, economic, and other actors to promote key messages and further campaign and specific project objectives.
• Carry out administrative duties, e.g., budget management, contract development, event management, monitoring and evaluation, and any other tasks as reasonably requested by the US programs director.

Requirements:
• Experienced and highly motivated campaigner, with a proven track record of managing projects to deliver successful outcomes.
• Experience in the design and delivery of impactful projects that have achieved change.
• Experience in the operational and tactical delivery of projects to a high standard, with evidence of strategic goal achievement.

 

Indian Forest Service

The main mandate of an officer of the Indian Forest Services is the implementation of the National Forest Policy which aims to ensure environmental stability and maintenance of ecological balance. ... The job responsibilities of IFS officers include the conservation of both plants and animals of a given region.

The work of an IFS officer is to ensure that these plants and animals can stay, grow, and remain in the habitat that nature has secured for them. Any sort of a problem that occurs in the way of their habitation is the work and responsibility of the Indian Forest Service officers.

Ø  Responsibilities

In every state, the IFS officers manage the environmental concerns in the forests

 Duties of IFS officers include the conservation of both plants and animals of a given region.

IFS officers, when posted in the field, work for the conservation, protection, and development of forests and wildlife, along with an aim to enhance the living standard of tribes and other forest-dependent communities.

The work of an IFS officer is to ensure that these plants and animals can stay, grow, and remain in the habitat that nature has secured for them.

Any sort of a problem that occurs in the way of their habitation is the work and responsibility of the Indian Forest Service officers.

IFS officers often have to deal with both natural and manmade calamities that endanger the lives and habitats of wildlife such as Deforestation, Forest fires, Violent human and animal encounters and Breed vulnerability, etc.

Ø  Selection 

The Indian Forest Service comes under the UPSC (Union Public Service Commission) along with three other all-India services i.e., Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Foreign Service (IFS), an Indian Police Service (IPS). To secure a position in the IFS an aspirant requires to qualify through the process of selection as per the UPSC. The three levels of the selection procedure are the preliminary examination, the mains examination and the Interview round. 

As already stated a candidates news to go through three stages of selection in order to get into the Indian Forest Service. The examination pattern for all three stages are explained further below: 

Preliminary Examination: There are two sets of paper under the prelims of the IFS examination in both English and Hindi languages. A total of 400 marks is divided for the two papers that are 200 for each. The prelims paper consists of multiple-choice type questions with options for aspirants. 

Mains Examination: All those candidates who qualify for the prelims will be called for the mains examination. These candidates, after qualifying for the mains examination, are then called for the final interview round. The sum of mains marks and marks obtained in the interview round is the qualifying mark of a candidate. 

Eligibility

To be able to join the Indian Forest Service a candidate must be eligible to take the UPSC examinations. There are eligibility standards set by the committee and only candidates falling under the eligibility criteria must apply for the examination. The basic eligibility requirement for IFS is listed below:

Candidates must possess a minimum bachelor’s degree in Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Science/ Chemistry/ Botany/ Zoology/ Mathematics/ Geology/ Physics/ Statistics as one of the subjects.

Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture/ Forestry or Engineering from a recognised university or institute can also appear for the IFS exam.

Candidates younger than 21 years of age are not allowed to appear for the IFS entrance exam.

 

Attempts

Provided below are the category wise allowed attempts for Indian Forest Service.  

Category

Number of Attempts 

General 

6 Attempts 

Scheduled Caste/ Scheduled Tribes 

Unlimited Attempts

Other Backward Classes 

9 Attempts 

PwD (Persons with Disability)

General and OBC – 9 Attempts SC/ST – No restrictions on attempts 

 

Opportunities

In IFS, candidates are recruited based on a competitive examination conducted by the Union Public Service Commission. This exam is divided into three sections – Preliminary Exam, Mains, and Interview. Candidates need to qualify for all the stages to be considered for employment under Indian Forest Service. The positions like Conservator of Forest, Deputy Conservator of Forest, Assistant Conservator of Forest, Forest Range Officer (FRO), etc. are offered under Indian Forest Service.

 

Job Roles

As an officer working in the Indian Forest Service candidate can get one of the many roles in the departments. The roles a candidate can get after qualifying the selection process of IFS are listed below: 

Job Profile 

Responsibilities  

Principal Chief Conservator of Forest

Commonly known as the head of forests force,  the Principal Chief Conservator of Forest is the supreme position in Indian Forest Service. He/she manages all the wildlife issues in the state where he/she is deputed.   

Additional Chief Conservator of Forest 

An Additional Chief Conservator of Forest reports to the Principal Chief Conservator of Forest and undertakes the responsibilities assigned by the superior. 

Deputy Conservator of Forest 

A Deputy Conservator of Forest i.e. Divisional Forest Officer manages the wildlife and environment-related issues in the forest land of a state.  

Assistant Conservator of Forest

These officers work in close coordination with the higher-level officials and work on the tasks assigned by the authorities. 

Forest Range Officer (FRO)

An FRO is assigned with the duty of ensuring effectual management of the forest land that comes under their area of operations.  

 

Career In Indian Forest Service – Salary

Without an iota of doubt, the government employees have job security with a great salary and allowances. The salary of an officer in the forest department varies as per their designation. The table below gives an overview of the salary in the IFS department. 

 

Salary Overview:

Job Profile

Salary Per Annum

Principal Chief Conservator of Forest

INR 15,00,000

Additional Principal Chief Conservator of Forest

INR 14,00,000

Inspector General of Forest (Chief Conservator of Forest)

INR 13,00,000

Deputy Inspector General of Forest (Deputy Conservator of Forest)

INR 12,00,000

Assistant Inspector General of Forest

INR 10,00,000

 

Pros:

A permanent job with perks like multiple employee benefits.

A remarkable growth in salary with the announcement of every pay commission along with frequent increments in allowances

Cons:

Being employed under Indian Forest Service, Forest Range Officers are always vulnerable to animal attacks.

Forest officers are responsible to protect all the natural resources and wildlife in the forest. Therefore, they have to be watchful round-the-clock to avoid any unpleasant incident.

 

Wild life Conservationist

An entry-level position in wildlife conservation typically requires at least a bachelor's degree in the broader category of zoology or wildlife biology. Many famous wildlife conservationists have dedicated their lives to protecting and managing biodiversity in forests, grasslands, and even marine environments.

Key duties for a wildlife conservationist may include:

·         Sampling and testing soil and water for contamination or pollution levels

·         Protecting and preserving biodiversity by addressing endangered species

·         Researching, planning, and advising on projects like vegetation regeneration

·         Preventing and mitigating forest fires 

·         Interacting with specialists and donors to host fundraisers 

·         Educating the public on caring for wildlife and the environment

 

Field Work

Fieldwork is a large part of being a wildlife conservationist officer. They will collect soil samples and observe vegetation to ensure the environment is free from diseases of harmful insects. In oceans, lakes, and rivers, they may test the water to identify pollution levels or determine if a supply is fresh and potable. There is also a growing need for wildlife conservationists to prevent and mitigate forest fires. 

Laboratory Research and Office Administration

Wildlife conservation doesn’t just happen out in the field. They will spend plenty of time researching, planning, testing, and analyzing their results in the lab. They’ll work to understand how animals impact pollination or damage crops. If a species becomes endangered, they may focus on wildlife with declining populations to understand the problem. Marine wildlife conservationists may spend their effort running tests on water from oceans or streams to understand the effect of chemical pollution or climate change. They have a firm grasp of complex environmental regulations and policies which are vital to informing their decisions.

Administration duties for a wildlife conservationist may include tasks like…

·         Proofreading proposals and report

·         Locating donors and maintaining a database for contacts

·         Meeting with representatives to present conservation plans

·         Participate in project selection and planning

·         Overseeing documents like financial reports, brochures, web pages, technical papers, and department newsletters.

 

Public Advocacy 

Since wildlife conservationists are at the frontlines when it comes to the natural environment, they are experts in caring for wildlife and nature. It’s common for a conservationist to consult and advise businesses and other organizations on how to avoid harming forests, grasslands, and marine environments. However, it’s the push to bring awareness to biodiversity and sustainability among the general public that often fuels the passion for wildlife conservationists. For this, they must be confident and passionate public speakers who are ready to advocate for change. 

Wildlife Conservationist Salaries and Career Outlook

Wildlife conservationists work in local, state, and federal governments or at national parks, zoos, and aquaria. Most conservation scientists (74% in 2018) work in local, state, and federal government agencies. They may travel to distant habitats to observe the status of endangered flora and fauna. 

In 2018, the average median conservation scientist’s salary was $61,310 ($29.48 hourly). Those working for the federal government typically earned much more, averaging $76,240 while state government conservationists earned closer to $52,260 annually. The highest earners tended to focus on scientific research and development services over social action and advocacy.

Projected job growth is 4% in 2018-28 for all conservation scientists in general, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. There were 32,900 conservation jobs total in 2018. Most new opportunities in wildlife conservation at federal, state, and local levels are in response to an increased need to prevent and mitigate wildfires. 

Wildlife Conservationist Education Requirements

So, what degree do you need to be a wildlife conservationist? For any kind of conservation scientists tasked with protecting wildlife, a bachelor’s degree is usually required for entry-level positions. After high school, a wildlife career path can begin with a degree in many different fields relating to wildlife science. Aspiring conservationists may enroll in an undergraduate program for wildlife biologynatural resources, or agriculture science. Seeking an advanced position? You most likely need a master’s degree.

Some of the top degrees a wildlife conservationist may consider might include:

·         Marine Biology and Sustainable Aquaculture 

·         Wildlife & Fisheries Biology

·         Environmental Science

There are many careers related to wildlife conservation and plenty of options to choose from when it’s time to transition. As forest fires become an increasing problem, foresters are needed to advise safe and sustainable prevention methods. Environmental engineers also share a similar background, focusing specifically on developing solutions to environmental dilemmas. While the industry is typically very competitive, there are specialties available for wildlife policy analysts, consultants, and economists. 

 

Civil Services

The permanent professional branches of a state's administration, excluding military and judicial branches and elected politicians.

Civil Services include all state and central government offices and offer jobs not only in better known sectors like the IAS (Indian Administrative Service), IFS (Indian Foreign Service)and IPS (Indian Police Service) but also select departments of the Indian Railways, Revenue Service, Postal Service, Audits, Customs.

 

Types of Civil Services Jobs 2021

There are three types or categories of jobs through the civil servcie exam (CSE). Under these 3 broad categories are a gamut of services that are pretigious and sought after. The civil service rank list comes out with the results of teh exams but sometime due to preferences some toppers may choose services that are not at the top of the list like the IAS or IPS.

All India Civil Services

Group A Services or Central Services

Group B Services or State Services

All India Civil Services Jobs List

Indian Administrative Service or IAS

Indian Foreign Service or IFS

Indian Police Service or IPS

 

List of Group A Services by UPSC

Indian Defence Accounts Service

Indian Revenue Service (I.T.) or IRS

Indian Ordnance Factories Service (Assistant Works Manager, Administration)

Indian Postal Service

Indian Civil Accounts Service

Indian Railway Traffic Service

Indian Railway Accounts Service

Indian Railway Personnel Service

Indian Railway Protection Force (Assistant Security Commissioner)

Indian Defence Estates Service

Indian Information Service (Junior Grade)

Indian Trade Service, Group 'A' (Gr. III)

Indian Corporate Law Service

 

List of Group - B Services

Armed Forces Headquarters Civil Service (Section Officer's Grade)

Delhi, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep, Daman & Diu and Dadra & Nagar Haveli Civil Service

Delhi, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep, Daman & Diu and Dadra & Nagar Haveli Police Service

Pondicherry Civil Service

Pondicherry Police Service

Indian Forest Service - A combined Preliminary examination is held for Indian Forest Service and Indian Civil Services.

Allocation of Top Services & cutoff ranks

The services are allocated to each candidate on the basis of the vacancy and the category he/she belongs to. Check below the last rank of the candidates from each category who were allocated into the top 5 preferred services based on the results of the UPSC Civil Services 2018 exam that were declared on April 5, 2019. This should give you a fair idea. If you wish to target a particular service, know what is the minimum rank you must get to reach your goal. Say you are an OBC category student you can target getting a rank of at least 450 to get into the IAS where as a general category students must get the rank above 90 to get there.

Combined Medical Services Examination

UPSC invites applications for Combined Medical Services Examination

UPSC invites applications for Combined Medical Services Examination 2019 for medicos.

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced application for Combined Medical Services Examination 2019. The examination will be held on 3rd Feb,2019; the last date for submission of application form is 26th Nov,2018. The application has to be filled online on UPSC’s official website (www.upsc.gov.in).

The candidate should be an MBBS graduate and maximum age limit is 32 years. The examination consist of two parts Part A is Computer Based Examination which has two papers each of 250 marks, Paper I have General Ability, General Medicine and Paediatrics while Paper II consists of Surgery, Gynaecology & Obstetrics, Preventive & Social Medicine. There will be negative marking for each wrong answer. The candidates have to attempt both the papers in 2 hours each.

The Part B is the Personality Test of 100 marks; a candidate is called for Personality Test on successful passing of Computer Based Examination. The Personality Test conducted to test a candidate’s intellectual curiosity, critical powers of assimilation, balance of judgement and alertness of mind, ability of social cohesion, integrity of character, initiative and capability for leadership.

 

The Examination is held to recruit candidates for the following posts :

Important Dates

Date of Notification

31st Oct,2018

Last date of Online Application

26th Nov,2018

Date of Examination

03rd Feb,2019

 


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