Research Associate- NITI Aayog funded project

IIM Visakhapatnam invites applications from qualified candidates for Four (04) Research Associate positions under a NITI Aayog funded project titled “Aakanksha District as Fulcrum of Growth Plan - District Alluri Sitharama Raju (ASR), Andhra Pradesh" on a fixed-term contract basis. Qualification Essential: • A post-graduate in Economics/ Social Sciences discipline with a minimum of 55% marks and a strong exposure to research methodology and econometrics. Or • B.Tech. (Computer Science) or M. Tech./M.Sc. (with Statistics/Data Science, and Computer Programming as major) with prior experience in data analysis and statistical modelling. Desirable: • Ph.D./M.Phil./NET in Economics/Anthropology or relevant disciplines in Social Sciences • Prior experience of quantitative/qualitative research techniques, econometrics modelling is a plus • Prior experience as a Research Assistant/Associate/Field investigator is a plus Principal Accountabilities & Responsibilities: • Assist in carrying out research projects and capacity-building exercise. • Literature review and gap analysis. • Primary data collection through field surveys, interviews, and focused group discussion with key stakeholders (local authorities, farmers, entrepreneurs, artisans, tourism operators) • Data scraping and data collection from secondary sources (government reports, district plans, economic surveys, demographic surveys and previous research) • Coordinating with stakeholders and local community for data collection, and field visits • Assist in preparing draft reports, delivering periodic reports, and organizing training programmes. • Perform other related duties as assigned Key Skill and Ability Requirements • Excellent oral and written communication skills • Proficiency in Telugu language (Essential requirement for 02 Research Associate positions with intensive field work) • Familiarity with data collection tools (e.g. KOBO Toolbox), data analysis software (Python, R, STATA & SPSS), and econometric modelling. • Familiarity with SWOC analysis (Strength, Weakness, Opportunity and Challenges) • Familiarity with STEEPLE & PESTLE frameworks. • Mature attitude with a capability to discuss coordination/ research issues with other stakeholders/ team members Duration of contract: Six months (Extendable based on project requirement) Consolidated monthly emoluments per month: INR 35,000/- Closing date & time for submission of online applications is: 12-06-2025 @ 17:00 Hrs. Show more Show less