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Applications Open: Research Associate - Contractual
(Language Movements and Formation of Odia Identity)
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 Associate (Contractual)

Number of positions

01 (One)

Remuneration

Rs. ₹47,000/- per month (Consolidated)

Contract Duration

1 Year

Qualifications
  • Postgraduate degree with a minimum of 55% marks in a relevant Social Science/Humanities discipline, preferably History, Odia, Political Science, Sociology, Anthropology, Linguistics, Cultural Studies, Literature, Social and Cultural History, or allied disciplines, from a recognised University/Institution.

  • The candidate must have NET/M.Phil./Ph.D.

  • Proficiency in Odia and English, with the ability to read, comprehend and analyse academic, historical and archival materials in both languages is desirable.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Archival & Textual Research: Conduct comprehensive reviews of historical documents, vernacular archives, old periodicals, literary magazines, and administrative records related to language movements and the cultural history of Odisha.

  2. Qualitative Analysis & Documentation: Examine linguistic debates, regional identity narratives, and print culture evolution to assist the Project Coordinator and Director in drafting research reports, working papers, policy briefs, and academic publications.

  3. Fieldwork & Oral History: Coordinate and conduct interviews, focus group discussions, and field surveys with domain experts, cultural historians, and communities involved in regional identity and language preservation.

  4. Academic & Administrative Support: Help organize academic seminars, workshops, and conferences centered on Odia cultural memory and identity, while maintaining rigorous project documentation and progress reports.

How to Apply:

  1. Fill the Online Form: Click on the link below to access the official application form.

  2. Upload Your CV:  Ensure you have an updated copy of your Curriculum Vitae (CV) in PDF format ready to upload within the form.

  3. Screening Process: Applications will be screened based on qualifications and eligibility. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted via email regarding the interview details.

  4. Important Notes: 

  • Incomplete forms or submissions with misrepresented facts will be rejected automatically.

  • The offer of appointment to the candidates will be only for one year initially and it may be extended as per requirement of ORC and satisfactory performance of the candidate.

  • The selected candidates are expected to join immediately.

  • ORC reserves the right to accept or reject any candidature at any stage of the recruitment process.

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 Associate on contractual basis for  the project "Language Movements and Formation of Odia Identity". 

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