Research Associate Position at HSS Department, BITS Pilani Hyderabad
The Department of Humanities and Social Sciences (HSS), BITS Pilani, Hyderabad Campus, is inviting applications for the position of Research Associate Position in the NFSG-sponsored project titled “Digital rendering of labour mobilisations in Hyderabad, 1951–2021.”
This project offers a valuable opportunity for scholars with expertise in history and allied disciplines to engage in meaningful academic research, focusing on archival and ethnographic studies.
Position Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Position | Research Associate |
| Project Title | Digital rendering of labour mobilisations in Hyderabad, 1951–2021 |
| Duration | 5 months (with possible extension) |
| Fellowship | ₹47,000 per month |
| Location | BITS Pilani, Hyderabad Campus |
| Application Deadline | 30th September 2025 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Ph.D. in History (preferably Modern Indian History) or allied disciplines.
- Strong proficiency in either Telugu + English or Urdu + English.
- Demonstrated experience in archival research and ethnographic methods.
Roles and Responsibilities
The Research Associate will:
- Conduct archival research on labour mobilisations in Hyderabad spanning the years 1951–2021.
- Undertake ethnographic fieldwork as part of the project requirements.
- Support the process of digitally rendering and curating project findings.
- Work closely with the project lead, Prof. Madhavi Jha, contributing to academic outputs and publications.
Application Process
Interested candidates are required to submit their applications via the following link:
For additional queries or clarifications, applicants may contact:
Prof. Madhavi Jha
Email: madhavi.jha@hyderabad.bits-pilani.ac.in
About BITS Pilani Hyderabad
The Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS) Pilani, Hyderabad Campus, is a premier higher education institution in India, known for academic excellence and interdisciplinary research. The HSS Department is actively engaged in scholarly research across history, sociology, literature, economics, and cultural studies, fostering critical inquiry and innovation.
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