IIT (ISM) Dhanbad – Research Assistant Recruitment 2026

FacultyTub; Dhanbad; On-site; INR 412,920; Full time

Job summary

A well-regarded educational institution is seeking a Research Assistant for a sociological project focused on women applique workers of Odisha. Candidates with a Postgraduate degree in Social Sciences and NET/M.Phil/Ph.D. qualifications are encouraged to apply. Fluency in Odia language is essential, alongside strong research skills. The position offers a salary of ₹37,000 per month, with a deadline for applications on 27th March 2026.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate degree in any Social Science discipline with a minimum of 55%.
• Must have completed NET, M.Phil., or Ph.D. in relevant fields.

Responsibilities

• Assist in sociological research regarding women applique workers.
• Transcribe Odia language content to English for analysis.
• Conduct fieldwork related to sociological studies.

Skills

Fluency in Odia language

Research and analytical skills

Communication and documentation ability

Education

Postgraduate in Social Science discipline

NET / M.Phil. / Ph.D.

Job description

IIT ISM Dhanbad hiring Research Assistant for sociological project. PG with NET/MPhil/PhD candidates can apply. Salary ₹37,000 per month. Apply by 27 March 2026.

Date Posted: 23rd March 2026

Organization Profile

The Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines), Dhanbad – IIT (ISM) is one of India’s oldest and most prestigious institutions, with a legacy dating back to the early 20th century.

Education

With 18+ departments, IIT (ISM) offers programs in Engineering, Applied Sciences, Management, and Humanities, and is known for its strong academic and research contributions.

“Our Craft is Known but No One Knows ‘Us’: A Sociological Study of Women Applique Workers of Pipili, Odisha”

• Postgraduate in any Social Science discipline (minimum 55%)
• Must have NET / M.Phil. / Ph.D.

✔ Additional Requirement:

Science

• Fluency in Odia language (reading & writing)
• Ability to transcribe Odia to English
• Strong research and analytical skills
• Interest in sociological fieldwork
• Good communication and documentation ability
• Last Date to Apply: 27th March 2026 (till 05:00 PM)
• Shortlisting based on merit and project requirements
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview
• No TA/DA will be provided
• Candidates must arrange their own accommodation

Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines)
Dhanbad – 826004
Jharkhand, India