GOVERNMENT WOMEN'S COLLEGE, BALANGIR Project Assistant Recruitment 2026 (1 Vacancy)

This role is ideal for fresh postgraduates or early-career researchers holding an M.A. in Political Science, Public Administration, or any Social Science discipline, with a minimum of 55% marks or equivalent CGPA. Candidates with a strong academic record, research publications, basic computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SPSS), and some prior experience in research activities (like paper presentations) will be highly preferred. Knowledge of the Odia language, particularly local dialect, is a significant advantage, especially for fieldwork in Western Odisha.

Individuals seeking a permanent government position should not apply, as this is a purely temporary, project-based role with an initial appointment for 9 months, extendable up to 21 months, and offers no claim to permanent employment. Those without an M.A. in the specified disciplines or who do not meet the minimum 55% marks are ineligible. Candidates unwilling to undertake fieldwork across districts like Sambalpur, Bargarh, Balangir, and Sonepur, or those without foundational computer skills, may find this role challenging. No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview or joining the post.

This position offers a valuable opportunity to contribute to a state-funded research project under the Odisha State Higher Education Council, providing exposure to public service delivery evaluation within a government college setting. While the role is temporary and offers limited long-term career progression within this specific project, it can serve as a strong foundation for a career in research, public policy analysis, or academia. It offers practical experience in conducting literature reviews, developing theoretical frameworks, designing surveys, field visits, data collection, data analysis, and report writing, with potential for publications and presentations.