About Position/Job
The Department of Humanities and Social Sciences at IIT Madras is inviting applications for two temporary Research Assistant positions. These roles are integral to a field-based project investigating displacement, conflict, and urban sanctuary among Internally Displaced People (IDPs) from Manipur. Selected candidates will be placed in either Delhi or Guwahati for a five-month duration. The research is coordinated by Prof Thanggoulen Kipgen and involves extensive ethnographic fieldwork. This opportunity is ideal for early-career researchers or advanced students trained in ethnographic methods who are passionate about applied research and data-driven social inquiry. The position offers a rare chance to contribute to meaningful, socially engaged research in collaboration with one of India’s premier institutions.
Position/Job Details
- Position: Research Assistant
- Institution: Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras
- Department: Humanities and Social Sciences
- Research field: Displacement, Conflict, and Urban Studies
- Location: Delhi or Guwahati, India
- Number of post: 2
- Job Type: Full-time, Temporary (Contract-based)
- Start Date (Anticipated): July 2025
- Working Hours: As per IIT Madras norms
- Salary Range: Not specified
- Required Degree/Diploma: Master’s
Research area
- Ethnography
- Urban sanctuary
- Internal displacement
- Conflict studies
- Qualitative research
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- Training in ethnographic methods
- Strong interest in field-based research
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with qualitative data analysis
- Familiarity with displacement and conflict literature
- Prior experience in fieldwork or transcription
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct fieldwork in Delhi or Guwahati among IDPs from Manipur
- Curate academic literature on displacement, conflict, and sanctuary
- Carry out participant observation and in-depth interviews
- Transcribe discussions and interviews in English
- Organise, code, and interpret qualitative data using research tools
Application Process
How to Apply
- Apply online only through the IIT Madras portal at: Recruitment Job Portal
- (Select advertisement number: Advt. 96/2025)
- Use a single registered email ID for application submission. Multiple posts may be selected during the same session.
Required Documents:
- Updated CV
- Statement of interest
- Academic transcripts/certificates (if required)
Important Dates
- Application Opens: Currently Open
- Deadline: 17 June 2025
- Interview Date: To be notified to shortlisted candidates
Useful Links
- Institution Website: Indian Institute of Technology Madras
- Official Notification Link: download_announcement.php
- Apply now: Recruitment Job Portal
