Project Officer/ Research Officer/ Research Associate

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About the Organization

The Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) was established in 1936 as the Sir Dorabji Tata Graduate School of Social Work. In 1944, it was renamed as the Tata Institute of Social Sciences. The year 1964 was an important landmark in the history of the Institute, when it was declared Deemed to be a University under Section 3 of the University Grants Commission Act (UGC), 1956.

Job Description

Applications are invited for the below post to be appointed on Contractual basis for a period of 3 months initially and may extend based on performance of the candidate and requirement of the Institute.

Job Responsibilities

• To design project proposals, design assessment study framework, design data collection tools, analyse and write reports, coordinate project studies, coordinate fieldworks in different parts of the country
• Responsible for monitoring fieldwork and ensuring smooth execution.
• Supervise and support field investigators, ensuring adherence to data collection protocols.
• Travel with the team to various field locations as required.
• Ensure data accuracy and timely submission.
• Build rapport with respondents and demonstrate strong communication skills for effective data collection.
• Manage research, logistics, and coordination of field activities.
• Report to the Research Associate at Field and provide regular updates.
• Work across multiple domains (social, environmental, health, education, agriculture, and and remain flexible to work in new areas.

Education Qualification/Required Skills & Experience

• Postgraduate degree in master’s degree in social sciences / science, Law, Commerce / Science / Management
• Proficiency in English and Hindi, Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to both lead and collaborate within a team.
• Experience in organizing and coordinating programs while providing strategic guidance.
• Ability to coordinate with diverse stakeholders and manage administrative aspects of the project.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation for data intake, processing, analysis, and reporting.
• A strong understanding of social, political, and governance aspects.
• Ability to multi-task across different activities in a time-bound manner.

Salary

Monthly Consolidated Between INR 50,000-65,000/-

 

Candidates are requested to send their CV and an application to recruitment.cecsr@tiss.ac.in with the subject line “Application for Project Officer/Research Officer/Research Associate by 15/03/2025 till 23:59 pm.

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