Application for the post of Research Assistant for an ICSSR Research
Project
Applications are invited from the eligible candidates for the position of Research Assistant (RA) on a purely temporary basis under an ICSSR-sponsored research project titled "Empowering Agri-Entrepreneurship through Millet Production for Sustainable Rural Development: An Empirical Analysis of Rayalaseema Region of Andhra Pradesh". The initial appointment is for 8 months, with a possible extension of another 2 months based on the performance and project requirements. The closing date of the application is 25th June 2025.
Qualification, Remuneration and Emoluments
• Postgraduate in Management or allied discipline, with a minimum of 55% marks and possessing NET IM.Phil.! Ph.D.
• A consolidated monthly remuneration of ~37,000 (inclusive of HRA as per ICSSR guidelines) will be offered.
Desirable Profile.
• Strong conceptualunderstandings and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in using computer applications relevant to research.
• Good communication and report-Jwriting. ,
Natureof duties:
• Assist Principal Investigator and Co-Investigators in literature review and data collection & analysis.
• Coordinate fieldwork in the Rayalaseema region.
• Prepare progress reports, presentations; and contribute to academic publications
Application Procedure
Interested candidates should email thefollowingcombinedPDFtodr.malathi@cuap.edu.in with the subject line "Application for RA - ICSSR Project" by 25th June 2025:
• Cover letter addressing your suitability for the role
• Detailed CV with academic credentials
• Copy of degree certificates, NET/Ph.D. certificate duly self-certified.
Incomplete applications or those received after the closing date shall not be considered. Selection Process
• The shortlisted candidates will be notified of the interview date soon, and they must
submit their certificates, marksheets, and academic and research credentials for verification.
Note:
• The position is strictly contractual and co-terminus with the project.
• The appointee shall not be entitled to the privileges admissible to a regular university employee.
• The university will not provide accommodation; it is the responsibility of the appointed individual.
• No TNDA shall be paid for attending the interview.
• The PI reserves the right not to fill the post in case of any administrative exigency.
• The engagement as Research Assistant may be terminated even before the specified tenure in case of unsatisfactory performance as per the assessment of the PI.
For queries, contact:
Dr. G. Malathi, Principal Investigator
Department of Management,
Central University of Andhra Pradesh
Dr. G. MALATHI
Assistant Professor