NIT Durgapur ICSSR Research Assistant & Field Investigator Recruitment 2026

The Research Assistant Recruitment 2026 at National Institute of Technology Durgapur offers an excellent opportunity for candidates from Social Science backgrounds. The institute is inviting applications for one Research Assistant and two Field Investigator positions under an ICSSR-funded research project. This project focuses on understanding menstrual waste disposal systems and the lived experiences of women sanitation workers in Ranchi, Jharkhand. Candidates selected for these roles will contribute directly to research activities including fieldwork, documentation, and report preparation. The Research Assistant (RA) will be responsible for supervising field activities, compiling and analyzing research data, preparing reports, organizing materials, and assisting in documentation and mapping tasks. Candidates must possess strong academic writing and analytical skills. The Field Investigator (FI) positions involve field-based data collection in Ranchi and surrounding areas. Responsibilities include conducting surveys or interviews, transcription, data entry, preparing field reports, and assisting in documentation. Since the work involves field travel in Ranchi, preference will be given to candidates familiar with the local language and region. These positions are purely temporary and are linked to the duration of the project. However, this experience can significantly enhance a candidate’s research profile. This Government Job in West Bengal 2026 provides practical exposure to research methodology, social field studies, and data analysis. Candidates looking for experience in social science research or planning to pursue doctoral studies should consider applying. Selection will be conducted through an online interview process. Shortlisting will be based on academic performance, subject knowledge, research skills, and relevant experience.