Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS), Pilani Recruitment 2025

Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS), Pilani has announced a new job vacancy for the post of Research Assistant (RA), Field Assistant. This is an excellent career opportunity for job seekers. Check the eligibility, salary details, and vacancy information. Don’t miss this chance—apply now for the latest recruitment!

Last Date: Wed Dec 10 2025

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Job Notification: Recruitment of Research Assistant (RA) and Field Assistants at Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS), Pilani – K. K. Birla Goa Campus.

The Department of Humanities and Social Sciences at Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS), Pilani – K. K. Birla Goa Campus invites applications for Research and Field Assistant positions under a project funded by the Tribal Research Institute (TRI), Government of Goa. The project titled “Educational Schemes for the Scheduled Tribe (ST) Population of Goa” focuses on understanding the educational status and scholarship schemes among tribal communities in Goa.

Organization Details

Organization Name: Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS), Pilani – Department of Humanities and Social Sciences, K. K. Birla Goa Campus
Funded By: Tribal Research Institute (TRI), Government of Goa
City: Goa
State: Goa
Country: India

Available Positions

Designation	No. of Posts	Salary (per month)	Employment Type
Research Assistant (RA)	01	₹30,000 – ₹35,000 (Consolidated)	Temporary, Project-based (Approx. 11 months)
Field Assistant	02	₹20,000 – ₹25,000 (Consolidated)	Temporary, Project-based (Approx. 5–6 months)

Note: Fieldwork expenses will be reimbursed separately.

Eligibility Criteria

For Research Assistant (RA):

Master’s degree in any Social Science discipline (Sociology, Social Work, Anthropology, Human Geography, Economics, Development Studies, Public Administration, etc.) with at least 55% marks.
Minimum of one year research experience.
Valid driving license (motorbike or car) is mandatory.
Preference will be given to candidates with PhD / MPhil / MRes in relevant disciplines.
Responsibilities include project leadership, coordination between PIs and field staff, report writing, and communication with government agencies.

For Field Assistant:

Master’s degree in any of the above-mentioned Social Science subjects with at least 55% marks.
Responsibilities include conducting fieldwork among tribal communities, collecting data, interviewing respondents, and preparing field reports.

Desirable Qualifications (for both positions):

Experience in research, scientific writing, and data analysis (quantitative or qualitative).
Fieldwork experience in rural Goa.
Fluency in spoken Konkani and proficiency in written English.
Social background or membership of Goa’s tribal communities (desirable but not mandatory).

Important Dates

Last Date to Apply	10 December 2025
Expected Joining	Before January 2026

Application Process

Interested candidates must send their detailed application and updated CV (highlighting research experience) through email to:

Email: solano@goa.bits-pilani.ac.in

Ensure the subject line clearly mentions the position applied for.
Only shortlisted candidates will be informed via email for an online interview.
Interviews will be conducted online by BITS Pilani, K. K. Birla Goa Campus.

Selection Process

Screening of received applications based on eligibility and experience.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an online interview.
Final selection will be based on interview performance.

Age Limit

No age limit or relaxation criteria mentioned in the notification.

Reservation Details

No specific reservation policy has been mentioned. However, candidates belonging to tribal communities of Goa are encouraged to apply as this background is desirable for the project.

Application Fee

No application fee has been specified. The application process appears to be free of cost.

Other Important Information

Project Title: “Educational Schemes for the Scheduled Tribe (ST) Population of Goa.”
Research Focus: Educational Scholarships and Tribal Communities in Goa.
Project Duration: 10 months (extendable by 2–4 months based on available funds).
RA Tenure: 11 months; Field Assistant Tenure: 5–6 months.