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Central University of Jharkhand, Ranchi – Junior Research Fellow / Project Associate 2025

Central University of Jharkhand (CUJ), Ranchi invites applications for Junior Research Fellow (JRF) / Project Associate (PA) positions in Remote Sensing, GIS, and Geoinformatics for a Deep Learning project in Himalayan permafrost modeling. Apply via email or walk-in by 7th October 2025.

Post Date: 6th October 2025

Organization: Central University of Jharkhand (CUJ)

Organization Profile:

Established under The Central Universities Act, 2009, the Central University of Jharkhand (CUJ) began operations on 1st March 2009. CUJ emphasizes world-class research and teaching in cutting-edge technologies and aims to develop students with academic excellence, integrity, and innovation.

Job Title / Position:

  • Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

  • Project Associate (PA)

Project Title:
“Permafrost destabilization induced mass wasting vulnerable zones modelling in higher Himalayan regions (Bhagirathi-Alaknanda Valley) through Snow cover-climate-terrain interactive mechanism employing Deep Learning techniques” (DMSP-ASCB/AS/2022/07)

Employment Type: Temporary

Eligibility / Qualification:

  • Essential: Minimum 55% in M.Sc. / M.Tech / Integrated M.Tech in Remote Sensing, GIS, Geoinformatics, Applied Geography & Geoinformatics, or relevant discipline.

  • Preference: Candidates with NET/GATE qualification or research interest & fieldwork experience.

  • Candidates in final semester of MSc/MTech may apply (joining conditional on degree completion).

Desirable Skills:

  • Handling large datasets (satellite, meteorological data)

  • Experience with SAR/hyperspectral remote sensing, R, Python, GEE, MATLAB

  • Knowledge in AI, machine learning, GPS, DGPS, UAV, LiDAR

Pay Scale:

  • JRF with M.Tech: Rs. 31,000 + HRA = 35,960/-

  • JRF with MA/MSc: Rs. 25,000 + HRA = 29,960/-

  • Project Associate I (MSc without NET/GATE): Rs. 25,000 + HRA per month
    HRA as per University rules or funding agency

Job Location:

Ranchi, Jharkhand

Apply Mode:

Email & Walk-In

  • Email: arvind.pandey@cuj.ac.in

  • Submit: Filled application form, recent color photograph, self-attested certificates, marksheets, experience certificates, publication copies (preferably in one PDF)

  • Email Deadline: 6th October 2025, 11:00 AM

Walk-in Interview Date: 7th October 2025

Organization Website:

www.cuj.ac.in