The University of Hyderabad (UoH) invites applications for 2 Research Assistant positions at the Centre for Regional Studies, School of Social Sciences. These posts are part of the research project titled “The Opacity of Statecraft: Biometric Identification, Exclusionary Politics and Subversive Practices of Citizenship in India,” funded by the Max Planck Society, Germany.
Eligibility
- Essential qualifications: MA in any Social Science discipline.
- Proficiency in Assamese and Bengali language (spoken and written) is required.
- Desirable: Fieldwork experience in border regions of Northeast India and West Bengal.
- Experience: Candidates should have experience in ethnographic fieldwork.
- Age limit: 30 years (no relaxation mentioned).
- Only Indian Nationals are eligible to apply.
Pay Scale
The post carries a stipend of Rs. 40,000 per month. House Rent Allowance (HRA) is not applicable.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last date to apply | 26 November 2026 |
Application Fee
No application fee has been specified in the official notification.
Selection Process
Candidates will be shortlisted based on their applications. Shortlisted candidates will be called for a physical interview. The date and venue of the interview will be informed by email. No travel allowance (TA/DA) will be provided for attending the interview.
How to Apply
- Prepare your application including a bio-data and self-attested copies of educational certificates and other relevant supporting documents.
- Send the application by email to examforms.soss@uohyd.ac.in.
- Ensure to copy (CC) the email to careers.recruitment@soss.uohyd.ac.in.
- Applications must be received on or before 26 November 2026.
Posts, eligibility and pay
| Post | Vacancies | Essential qualification | Pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Research Assistant | 2 | MA in any Social Science discipline, proficiency in Assamese and Bengali (spoken and written), ethnographic fieldwork experience | Rs. 40,000 per month |
| Total | 2 posts |
