Call for Applications: Fully Funded PhD and Master's Positions | Chattogram Veterinary and Animal Sciences University

Chattogram Veterinary and Animal Sciences University
Call for Applications:
Fully Funded PhD and Master's Positions
The Department of Medicine and Surgery, in collaboration with the Department of Pathology and Parasitology and the Department of Physiology, Biochemistry and Pharmacology at Chattogram Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (CVASU), invites applications from highly motivated and qualified individuals for fully funded PhD and Master’s positions under a sub-project of the Higher Education Acceleration and Transformation (HEAT) initiative.

This interdisciplinary research program aims to build national capacity in small animal health through innovative research, strategic collaboration, and knowledge dissemination. Selected candidates will contribute to one or more of the following thematic areas:

Thematic Research Areas:
 Epidemiological and Molecular Characterization of Cancers in Dogs and Cats: Integrating Liquid Biopsy, Oncogene Profiling, Biomarker Discovery, and Chemosensitivity for Advancing Precision Oncology.
 Molecular surveillance and genomic insights into companion animal diseases-focusing on advanced molecular diagnostics, surveillance, and whole genome sequencing of bacterial, viral, parasitic, and metabolic diseases of dogs and cats.
 Rabies control, prevention, and digital innovations-emphasizing one health strategies, app-based solutions for dog and cat bite management, and community-driven rabies elimination programs.

Funding & Support:
 PhD Fellows: BDT 50,000/month (for 3 years)
 Master’s Fellows: Stipend to be determined based on academic merit and research experience (12 months)

Eligibility Criteria:
PhD Applicants:
 Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or relevant fields
 A master’s degree on:
o Veterinary Medicine, Surgery, Epidemiology, Pathology, Parasitology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Biotechnology, or closely related disciplines.
 Proven experience in:
o Molecular and microbiological techniques: PCR/qRT-PCR, cancer cell culture, basic microbiological techniques, gene cloning, etc.
o Candidates with background in bioinformatics or computational biology are highly preferred.
 Minimum CGPA of 3.25 (in 4.00 scale)
 Must fulfill the PhD admission requirements of CVASU
 At least one first-author publication in a Q3 or higher-ranked journal, and one additional publication in a peer-reviewed journal
 Strong interest in both laboratory-based and field-based research
Master’s Applicants:
 A Bachelor’s degree in:
o Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM), Biotechnology, Microbiology, or related fields
 Basic practical knowledge of:
o Bacteriological, parasitological, and molecular techniques, including DNA/RNA extraction and PCR
 Willingness to participate in both laboratory and field-based components of the research
 Must fulfill the MSc admission requirements of CVASU
Application Requirements:
Interested applicants are requested to submit the following documents:
1. Updated CV (including contact details of two academic referees)
2. Academic transcripts (Bachelor’s and/or Master’s)
3. Two reference letters
4. One-page motivation letter outlining:
o Research interests
o Relevant technical and research experience

Application Deadline: 15 September 2025
Submission:
Please send your complete application package via email to:
 Professor Dr. Mohammed Yousuf Elahi Chowdhury (SPM) yousuf_elahi@cvasu.ac.bd
 Professor Dr. Monoar Sayeed Pallab (ASPM) mspallab@cvasu.ac.bd
 Professor Dr. Md Abdul Alim (ASPM) mdabdul.alim@cvasu.ac.bd
Join us in advancing small animal health research in Bangladesh through cutting-edge science and collaborative innovation.