CUO English Research Assistant & Field Investigator 2026
The Central University of Odisha (CUO), Koraput invites applications for 1 Research Assistant and 1 Field Investigator in the Department of English Language and Literature (DELL) under the ICSSR project "Documenting and Translating the Cultural Heritage of the Lanjia Saora PVTG: Art, Folktales, and Folksongs from Rayagada District, Odisha" (Ref: CUO/DELL/ICSSR/RP/PVTG-002/Advt./2026-27/01, dt. 07.08.2026).
Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies | Stipend |
| Research Assistant (8 months) | 1 | Rs. 37,000/month |
| Field Investigator (8 months) | 1 | Rs. 20,000/month |
Eligibility
Research Assistant: Ph.D./M.Phil./NET/PG in any Social Science discipline with min 55% marks; desirable MS Office proficiency, communication in Saora language.
Field Investigator: Graduate in Social Science with min 55%; proficiency in Saora and Odia (reading/writing/speaking/translation); willing to travel to rural/interior areas.
Important Dates
| Event | Details |
| Last date to apply | 22-08-2026, 11:55 PM |
| Mode | Email with detailed CV/bio-data + self-attested testimonials |
How to Apply
Send detailed CV/bio-data with self-attested testimonials to ntripathy@cuo.ac.in (PI Dr. Nirjharini Tripathy, Assoc. Prof. & HoD, DELL) on or before 22-08-2026.