| JOB POSTED ON |
9th December, 2025 |
| APPLICATION START DATE |
26th November, 2025 |
| APPLICATION LAST DATE |
15th December, 2025 |
| Designation |
Research Assistant & Field Investigator (ICSSR Project) |
| Qualification |
Master's Degree in Economics/Social Sciences with minimum 55% marks + Experience in STATA/NVivo + Research Methodology |
POSTS DETAIL |
Advertisement Ref. No. - IIMV/Rectt/ICSSR/01/2025 The post-wise Qualification is as follows:
Item | Research Assistant | Field Investigator | No. of Positions | 01 | 01 | Duration | 6 Months (extendable based on project requirement and performance) | 3 Months (field phase; extendable if required) | Department | ICSSR Sponsored Research Project | ICSSR Sponsored Research Project | Consolidated Monthly Emoluments | INR 30,000/- (fixed) | INR 20,000/- (fixed) |
Section | Details | Educational Qualifications | Essential: • Master’s Degree or equivalent from a recognized university/institute with specialization in Economics/Social Sciences with minimum 55% marks and strong exposure to research methodology and econometrics. • Experience in analyzing data using software such as STATA and NVivo. Desirable: • Prior experience in quantitative/qualitative research techniques; econometrics modelling is a plus. • Prior experience as a Research Assistant/Associate/Field Investigator is a plus. Specific Requirement: • Proficiency in spoken and written Telugu is essential for the Field Investigator position (due to intensive fieldwork in Andhra Pradesh). | Job Profile | The Research staff will report to the Project Director / Principal Investigator, Prof. Asmita Verma. Research Assistant: ➤ Assist in carrying out research projects. ➤ Literature review and gap analysis. ➤ Primary data collection through field surveys, interviews, and focused group discussions. ➤ Data scrapping and data collection from secondary sources (government reports, district plans, economic surveys, demographic surveys, previous research). ➤ Coordination with stakeholders and local communities for data collection and field visits. ➤ Assist in preparing draft reports, periodic reports, and organizing training programmes. ➤ Perform other related duties as assigned. Field Investigator: ➤ Extensive travel and stay in rural/semi-urban areas of Andhra Pradesh. ➤ Identification of respondents, obtaining informed consent, and administering structured surveys. ➤ Conducting in-depth interviews/FGDs and accurate audio/field note documentation. ➤ Daily data upload using KOBO Toolbox or similar platforms; onsite data validation. ➤ Liaison with ASHA/ANM workers, PHC staff, and village authorities. ➤ Maintaining field logs and expense statements. ➤ Any other field-level tasks assigned by the Research Assistant/Principal Investigator. | Key Skill and Ability Requirements | • Excellent oral and written communication skills. • Proficiency in Telugu (essential for Field Investigator position involving intensive field work). • Familiarity with data collection tools (e.g., KOBO Toolbox), data analysis software (R, STATA, SPSS), and econometric modeling. • Mature attitude and ability to discuss coordination/research issues with stakeholders and team members. | Work Experience | Candidates with experience in research work or research projects of similar nature are preferable. |
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| Pay Scale |
Minimum - Rs.20,000/- & Maximum - Rs.30,000/- Per Month
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Examination Date |
Will be notified soon |
| Selection Process |
Interview
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| Job type |
Contractual |
Application mode |
Online |
| Walkin Interview |
Yes |
| Exam Venue |
Department of IIM Visakhapatnam |
| Important Links |
| Apply online : | Link | | Official Notification : | Link | | Official website : | Link |
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How to apply |
1. Read the advertisement carefully, Before you apply. 2. Visit the official careers page: www.iimv.ac.in/careers . Download the prescribed application format. 3. Fill complete application with all details. Attach supporting documents (educational certificates, experience certificates). 4. Submit to: Prof. Asmita Verma (Project Director), Email: asmitav@iimv.ac.in . 5. Ensure application is complete and signed, Last Date: 15/12/2025, 5:00 PM. 6. For any other information, visit the official site. |
| How to apply |
1. Read the advertisement carefully, Before you apply. 2. Visit the official careers page: www.iimv.ac.in/careers . Download the prescribed application format. 3. Fill complete application with all details. Attach supporting documents (educational certificates, experience certificates). 4. Submit to: Prof. Asmita Verma (Project Director), Email: asmitav@iimv.ac.in . 5. Ensure application is complete and signed, Last Date: 15/12/2025, 5:00 PM. 6. For any other information, visit the official site. |