📊 ICSSR Project Positions @ FLAME University Pune – Research Associate, Assistant & Field Investigator
🏫 FLAME University, Department of Economics, Pune
ICSSR Major Project Positions – Digital Agriculture for Smallholders
💰 RA: ₹47,000 | RA: ₹37,000 | FI: ₹20,000 | 🎓 Economics / Social Science | 📍 Pune, Maharashtra
📍 Pune, MH
💰 ₹47,000 / ₹37,000 / ₹20,000
📊 ICSSR Project
🏫 FLAME University
⏳ Contractual
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📋 Post Details
| S. No. | Position | No. of Vacancies | Consolidated Pay | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Research Associate | 1 | ₹47,000 per month | 6 Months |
| 2 | Research Assistant | 1 | ₹37,000 per month | 12 Months |
| 3 | Field Investigator | 2 | ₹20,000 per month | 4.5 Months |
📆 Project Duration
Research Assistant: Initial appointment for 3 months, extendable based on performance.
Research Associate: 6 Months
Field Investigator: 4.5 Months
🏢 Organization
FLAME University
Department of Economics, Pune, Maharashtra
Project Title: "Digital Agriculture for Smallholders: Impacts, Gaps, and Scalable Models in Andhra Pradesh and Maharashtra"
📢 Funding Agency
Indian Council for Social Science Research (ICSSR)
📢 Sponsored
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
🎯 Research Associate (1 Post | ₹47,000 | 6 Months)
Essential Qualifications:
- Ph.D. / M.Phil / PG in Economics or Agricultural Economics with a minimum of 55% marks
- Candidates must hold either NET, M.Phil, or Ph.D.
Desirable:
- Strong analytical skills and knowledge of Econometrics
- Literature review on agricultural economics
- At least 2 years of research experience as a Research Assistant
- Strong academic writing skills
- Proficiency in data analysis software (e.g., SPSS, NVivo)
- Proven ability to draft project reports
🎯 Research Assistant (1 Post | ₹37,000 | 12 Months)
Essential Qualifications:
- Postgraduate in any Social Science discipline with a minimum of 55% marks
- Candidates should typically have NET, M.Phil, or Ph.D.
Desirable:
- Field work aptitude and experience, preferably in either Maharashtra or Andhra Pradesh
- Good communication skills in Hindi, English and either Marathi or Telugu
- Competence in data entry and basic statistical analysis
- Knowledge of digital survey platforms (e.g., Google Forms, Kobo Toolbox)
- Willingness to travel for fieldwork
🎯 Field Investigator (2 Posts | ₹20,000 | 4.5 Months)
Essential Qualifications:
- PG in a Social Science discipline with a minimum of 55% marks
Desirable:
- Field work aptitude and experience, preferably in either Maharashtra or Andhra Pradesh
- Good communication skills in Hindi, English and either Marathi or Telugu
- Data analysis skills
📢 Sponsored
📝 Application Process
📧 How to Apply
- Send a Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a Cover Letter highlighting relevant qualifications and experience
- Submit as a single PDF file attachment
- Email to the Project Director: abhishek.kumar@flame.edu.in
- CC to Co-Project Director: barun.thakur@flame.edu.in
- Last Date: 10 July 2026 (before midnight)
📅 Apply before 10 July 2026
📁 Selection Process
- Only shortlisted candidates will be informed via email
- Documents will be verified at the time of interview
- Research Assistant: Initial appointment for 3 months, extendable based on performance
⚠️ Important Notes
- Nature of Post: Purely contractual positions under ICSSR Major Project.
- No Claim: Selected candidates shall not claim regular appointment at FLAME University.
- Shortlisting: Only candidates with essential qualifications and necessary experience will be shortlisted.
- Verification: Original documents will be verified at the time of interview.
- Extension: Research Assistant position – initial 3 months, extendable based on performance.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply?▾
The last date for submitting applications is 10 July 2026 (before midnight).
What is the salary for Research Associate?▾
₹47,000/- per month (6 Months duration).
What is the salary for Research Assistant?▾
₹37,000/- per month (12 Months duration, initial 3 months then extendable).
What is the salary for Field Investigator?▾
₹20,000/- per month (4.5 Months duration).
What are the essential qualifications for Research Associate?▾
Ph.D./M.Phil/PG in Economics or Agricultural Economics with 55% marks and NET/M.Phil/PhD.
What are the essential qualifications for Research Assistant?▾
Postgraduate in any Social Science discipline with 55% marks and NET/M.Phil/PhD.
How to apply?▾
Send CV and Cover Letter as a single PDF to abhishek.kumar@flame.edu.in with CC to barun.thakur@flame.edu.in.
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