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Applications Open: Research Assistant
(Hereditary Diet and Indigenous Food Systems of Indigenous/ PVTG Communities in Odisha: An Integrated Approach towards understanding Food, Culture, Ecology and Community Wellbeing) - Contractual
Name of post
Research Assistant (on contract basis)
Number of positions
04 (Four)
Age limit
28 years
Remuneration
Rs. 32,000/- per month (Consolidated)
Contract Duration
Initially for 6 months, may be extended as per requirement.
Qualifications
Qualifications
M.A with at least 50% marks in any Social Science discipline, or equivalent relevant research experience.
Name of post
Research Assistant
Number of positions
02 (Two)
Age limit
30
Remuneration
Rs. ₹32,000/- per month (Consolidated)
Contract Duration
Initially for 6 months, may be extended as per requirement.
Qualifications
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Postgraduate degree in Anthropology, Botany, Food and Nutrition, Public Health, Sociology, Rural Development, Tribal Studies, Environmental Studies or allied disciplines, with a minimum of 55% marks from a recognised University/Institution.
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Interest in and/or prior experience in research on tribal and Indigenous communities, food systems, ethnobotany, nutrition, livelihoods or related areas will be preferred.
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Proficiency in Odia and English, with good communication, documentation and data management skills.
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Willingness to undertake extensive field visits in the project districts (Deogarh, Dhenkanal, Angul and Sambalpur) for survey work, interviews, field documentation and related activities.
Key Responsibilities:
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Literature Review & Desk Research: Conduct comprehensive reviews of existing literature, historical documents, archives, and relevant research papers relating to tribal and indigenous food systems, ethnobotany, nutrition, and community wellbeing.
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Fieldwork & Data Collection: Undertake extensive field visits in the project districts (Deogarh, Dhenkanal, Angul, and Sambalpur) to conduct surveys, interviews, and field documentation.
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Drafting & Documentation: Assist the Project Coordinator/Director in writing research reports, working papers, policy briefs, and academic publications.
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Academic & Project Support: Help organize academic seminars, workshops, and focus group discussions, and maintain project documentation and progress reports.
How to Apply:
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Fill the Online Form: Click on the link below to access the official application form.
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Upload Your CV: Ensure you have an updated copy of your Curriculum Vitae (CV) in PDF format ready to upload within the form.
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Screening Process: Applications will be screened based on qualifications and eligibility. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted via email regarding the interview details.
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Important Notes:
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Incomplete forms or submissions with misrepresented facts will be rejected automatically.
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No TA/DA will be provided to attend the interview.
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The offer of appointment to the candidates will be only for six months initially and it may be extended as per requirement of ORC and satisfactory performance of the candidate.
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The selected candidates are expected to join immediately.
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ORC reserves the right to accept or reject any candidature at any stage of the recruitment process.
Relaxation: The upper age limit is relaxable in the case of applicants belonging to Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes/OBC-Non-Creamy Layer/PwD candidates as per Govt. of India Rules.
The Odisha Research Centre (ORC) is a research institute affiliated to ICSSR. The institute provides a platform to explore various facets of Odisha's life and living - past, present and future. This institute is seeking applications from eligible candidates for the post of Research Assistant (Hereditary Diet and Indigenous Food Systems of Indigenous/ PVTG Communities in Odisha: An Integrated Approach towards understanding Food, Culture, Ecology and Community Wellbeing).