CURAJ Research Associate (RA-I) Recruitment 2026

About This Job

Central University of Rajasthan (CURAJ) is hiring 1 Research Associate (RA-I) for a research project funded under the Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) scheme. If you have a Master's degree in Sports Science or a related subject with at least 55% marks, you can apply. The salary is Rs 50,000 per month plus HRA, and the last date to apply is 2 July 2026. You apply by email only.

Central University of Rajasthan (CURAJ) Research Associate (RA-I) Recruitment 2026 - 1 Post

Central University of Rajasthan (CURAJ) has opened 1 Research Associate (RA-I) position in the Department of Sports Biosciences, School of Sports Sciences, Yoga & Education. The post is for a project titled "Indigenous Sports Injury Management among the Sahariya Tribe: Documentation, Preservation and Scientific Validation of Ethnomedicinal Knowledge" under Principal Investigator Dr. Neha Singh. This is a temporary, project-based post running up to March 2027, ideal for candidates who want hands-on research experience in sports science and Indian Knowledge Systems.

Who Can Apply?

Essential Qualification

• You must have a Master's degree in any relevant discipline, including Sports Science, an allied subject, or an IKS-related field, from a recognised university.
• You need at least 55% marks or an equivalent grade. A 5% relaxation (minimum 50% marks) applies if you are from the SC, ST or Women category.

Desirable Qualification

• A Ph.D. in Sports Science is preferred.
• UGC-NET or GATE qualification as per university norms.
• Experience in multi-disciplinary research areas such as Sports Science, Ethnobotany and Sports Injury.
• Work experience in sports injury management and plant-based field studies.
• Strong academic writing skills, proficiency in digital tools for research and data analysis, and research experience in Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS).

Age Limit

• Upper age limit is 35 years as on the date of the advertisement (22 June 2026).

Salary

• You will get a monthly fellowship of Rs 50,000 plus HRA as per university rules.
• Bachelor's accommodation may be provided in the university, subject to availability and university norms.

Selection Process

Selection is based on:

1. Shortlisting: Applications are screened against the essential and desirable qualifications.
2. Interview: Shortlisted candidates are called for an interview, with the date and details sent by email.
3. Document Verification: You must bring all original certificates, experience certificates and other documents to the interview for verification.

How to Apply

1. Prepare your application with your name, father's name, date of birth, age, category, address, email, mobile number and qualifications from Class 10 onwards.
2. Attach a detailed CV along with attested copies of your degrees and certificates, plus NET/GATE and experience certificates if you have any.
3. Combine everything into a single PDF file.
4. Email it to neha.singh@curaj.ac.in with the subject line "Application for RA-I Position".
5. Make sure your email reaches before the last date, 2 July 2026 (within 10 days of the advertisement dated 22 June 2026).

Important Dates

• Advertisement Date: 22 June 2026
• Last Date to Apply (by email): 2 July 2026
• Interview Date: To be announced (sent by email to shortlisted candidates)
• Project Tenure: Up to March 2027

• Conduct field research on indigenous sports injury management among the Sahariya tribe
• Document and preserve ethnomedicinal knowledge linked to sports injuries
• Carry out scientific validation of traditional treatment practices
• Collect, organise and analyse research data using digital tools
• Prepare research papers, reports and course content from project findings
• Support multi-disciplinary work across Sports Science, Ethnobotany and Indian Knowledge Systems
• Assist the Principal Investigator with day-to-day project activities