Central University of Odisha Recruitment 2026 – Research Assistant & Field Investigator

Central University of Odisha Recruitment 2026: Apply for Research Assistant and Field Investigator posts under an ICSSR-funded project. Check qualifications, salary, 8-month duration, eligibility and last date of 22 August 2026.

Date Posted: 8th August 2026

Organization: Central University of Odisha (CUO)

About the Recruitment

The Central University of Odisha (CUO), Department of English Language and Literature has invited applications for temporary project-based positions of Research Assistant and Field Investigator under an ICSSR-funded research project.

The project focuses on documenting and translating the cultural heritage of the Lanjia Saora PVTG community in Rayagada District, Odisha, including its art, folktales and folksongs.

Job Details

Department: English Language and Literature
Funding Agency: ICSSR
Employment Type: Temporary / Project-based
Job Location: Koraput, Odisha
Advertisement Date: 7th August 2026
Last Date to Apply: 22nd August 2026
Reference No.: CUO/DELL/ICSSR/RP/PVTG-002/Advt./2026-27/01

Project Title

“Documenting and Translating the Cultural Heritage of the Lanjia Saora PVTG: Art, Folktales, and Folksongs from Rayagada District, Odisha”

The project is funded under the ICSSR Special Call for Multi-Disciplinary Studies on the Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) in India – 2025–26.

Vacancy Details

1. Research Assistant

Number of Posts: 01
Duration: 8 months
Remuneration: ₹37,000/- per month

Essential Qualification

Candidates should possess any one of the following:

• Ph.D.
• M.Phil.
• NET
• Postgraduate degree in any Social Science discipline

Candidates should have a minimum of 55% marks.

Desirable Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools such as MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Effective communication skills in the Saora language
• Ability to interact with diverse stakeholders and local communities

2. Field Investigator

Number of Posts: 01
Duration: 8 months
Remuneration: ₹20,000/- per month

Essential Qualification

Candidates should possess:

• Graduate degree in a Social Science discipline
• Minimum 55% marks
• Proficiency in reading, writing, speaking and translation in both Saora and Odia
• Willingness to travel extensively for fieldwork, including rural and interior areas

Nature of Work

Selected candidates will support the ICSSR-funded research project through activities including:

• Documentation of tribal cultural heritage
• Field-based data collection
• Translation and documentation of folk traditions
• Interaction with local communities and stakeholders
• Research assistance and project-related documentation
• Collection and recording of cultural materials

Selection Process

Eligible candidates will be shortlisted for an interview for the temporary research positions.

Candidates should carefully check the official notification for the detailed interview schedule, documents required and other selection-related instructions.

Important Dates

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates should submit their applications according to the procedure specified in the official Central University of Odisha notification.

Candidates are advised to verify the complete notification for the prescribed application format, submission method, required documents and interview details before applying.

Applicants with backgrounds in Social Sciences, tribal studies, cultural studies, field research, translation and indigenous languages may find this project particularly relevant.

Official Website

Central University of Odisha Official Website

Organization

Central University of Odisha
Department of English Language and Literature
Koraput, Odisha, India