RGU Research Asst & Field Investigator Recruitment 2026

Rajiv Gandhi University (RGU), Arunachal Pradesh is hiring 1 Research Assistant and 1 Field Investigator for an ICSSR-funded research project in the Department of Psychology. If you have a postgraduate degree in Psychology with at least 55% marks, you can apply by email. The last date to apply is 20 July 2026, midnight. Research Assistants get Rs. 37,000 per month and Field Investigators get Rs. 20,000 per month.

Rajiv Gandhi University (RGU) Research Assistant and Field Investigator Recruitment 2026 - 2 Posts

Rajiv Gandhi University (RGU), Rono Hills, Doimukh has invited applications for 1 Research Assistant and 1 Field Investigator for an ICSSR-funded project titled 'Perceptions, Attitudes and Healing Practices toward Mental Illness: An In-Depth Insight into the Knowledge Systems of Traditional Healers in Arunachal Pradesh' in the Department of Psychology. The positions are purely contractual and temporary — the Research Assistant post is for 8 months and the Field Investigator post is for 6 months. Candidates with field work experience in rural or tribal areas are especially encouraged to apply.

Vacancy Breakdown

• Research Assistant: 1 post (8-month duration, Rs. 37,000/month)
• Field Investigator: 1 post (6-month duration, Rs. 20,000/month)

Who Can Apply?

For Research Assistant:

• Postgraduate degree in Social Science (Psychology only) with a minimum of 55% marks
• You must also have NET, M.Phil or Ph.D. in the subject concerned

For Field Investigator:

• Postgraduate degree in Social Science (Psychology only) with a minimum of 55% marks

Desirable for Both Posts:

• Experience in field work, especially in rural or tribal areas, is highly desirable
• Good communication, interviewing and documentation skills
• Willingness to travel and stay in remote field locations

Salary

• Research Assistant: Rs. 37,000 per month for an 8-month duration
• Field Investigator: Rs. 20,000 per month for a 6-month duration
• No TA/DA will be provided for appearing at the interview.

Selection Process (No Written Exam)

Selection is based on your application and an interview:

1. Application Screening: Your CV, cover letter and documents will be screened by the Department of Psychology.
2. Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview in person through email intimation, at the Department of Psychology, RGU on 28 July 2026.

Bring original and self-attested photocopies of all testimonials/certificates along with your latest CV/bio-data at the time of the interview. No TA/DA is provided for the interview.

How to Apply

1. Prepare your detailed CV and a cover letter.
2. Scan your postgraduate mark sheet and proof of work experience, if any.
3. Email all documents to dhar.psy.project@gmail.com.
4. Use the subject line Application for RA/FI – ICSSR Project, 2025.
5. Send your application before 20 July 2026, midnight.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 16 July 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 20 July 2026 (midnight)
• Interview Date: 28 July 2026

• Conduct field visits to collect data on traditional healing practices in rural and tribal areas
• Interview traditional healers, patients and community members for the research project
• Document field notes, interview transcripts and case observations accurately
• Assist in analysing and organising collected data for the research report
• Coordinate travel and stay arrangements for field visits to remote locations
• Support the project team in preparing reports and presentations
• Maintain confidentiality and ethical standards while working with study participants