CUTN Research Associate Recruitment 2026

Central University of Tamil Nadu (CUTN) is hiring 1 Research Associate for a HEFA-CSR funded project at its Department of Media and Communication in Thiruvarur, Tamil Nadu. If you have an M.A. in Mass Communication or M.Sc. in Electronic Media with NET/M.Phil./Ph.D. and two years of research experience, you can apply. You will get a fixed monthly fellowship of Rs. 47,000. The last date to send your application by email is 3 July 2026, 5:00 PM.

Central University of Tamil Nadu (CUTN) Research Associate Recruitment 2026 - 1 Post

The Central University of Tamil Nadu (CUTN), a central university set up by an Act of Parliament in 2009, has opened 1 Research Associate position to work on a HEFA-CSR sponsored research project. The project is titled "Youth, Media and Digital Literacy: An Intervention Study Addressing Digital Media Influence on Undergraduate College Students in Thiruvarur District." This is a purely temporary, project-based role that runs as long as the project funds are available. It is a great fit if you have a media or digital communication background and want hands-on research experience.

Who Can Apply?

• Qualification: You must have an M.A. in Mass Communication or M.Sc. in Electronic Media (or an equivalent degree in a related field) from a recognised university or institution, with at least 55% marks or 6.0 CGPA.
• Plus: You also need NET / M.Phil. / Ph.D. and at least two years of research experience — this can be academic experience as a Research Assistant in a project, or relevant industry/institutional experience.
• Research Area: Digital Media or any related area.

Desirable (extra points)

• Research experience in the relevant area
• Knowledge of video production
• Proficiency in Tamil for fieldwork in the project area

Age Limit

• Maximum age: 35 years
• Age relaxation will be given as per Government of India norms.

Salary

• You will get a consolidated monthly fellowship of Rs. 47,000.
• This is a fixed (consolidated) amount — there are no separate allowances added on top.

Selection Process

Selection is done in two simple steps:

1. Shortlisting: The university reviews all CVs and supporting documents sent by email. Only shortlisted candidates move ahead.
2. Interview: Shortlisted candidates are called for an interview. The selected candidate is expected to join immediately.

All communication will be done through email only, so check your inbox regularly.

How to Apply

1. Prepare your updated CV along with scanned copies of your degree certificates, mark sheets, and other supporting documents.
2. Email everything to radhacutn@gmail.com.
3. Use the exact subject line: "Application for Research Associate".
4. Make sure your email reaches before 3 July 2026, 5:00 PM.

There is no online form or fee — this is an email-based application.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 23 June 2026
• Application Start: 23 June 2026
• Last Date to Apply (by email): 3 July 2026, 5:00 PM
• Interview Date: To be announced (only shortlisted candidates will be informed by email)

• Assist the Project Coordinator in running the day-to-day work of the project
• Prepare digital learning modules for the intervention study
• Carry out fieldwork in colleges across Thiruvarur district
• Collect, organise, and manage research data from the field
• Prepare progress reports and project documentation
• Support video production and content creation for the project
• Handle other project-related tasks assigned by the coordinator