The Department of Ancient Indian History, Culture & Archaeology at the Indira Gandhi National Tribal University (IGNTU) in Amarkantak, Madhya Pradesh, is inviting applications from eligible scholars and researchers. The recruitment is for an ICSSR-sponsored research project titled “Archaeological Investigations of Prehistoric Cultural Landscapes and Environments in the Upper Son Valley”.

This project offers an excellent opportunity for researchers specializing in social sciences, humanities, and specifically ancient Indian history and prehistoric archaeology to gain hands-on field experience and contribute to significant archaeological investigations.

Key Highlights

• Prestigious Sponsorship: The research project is fully sponsored by the Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR).

• Project Focus: The research focuses on the prehistoric cultural landscapes and environments located in the Upper Son Valley.

• Flexible Tenure: While the positions are temporary, the duration (03 to 06 months) may be extended depending on the specific requirements of the fieldwork.

• Online Selection Process: Shortlisted candidates will be notified via email or telephone to appear for a convenient online interview.

• Inclusive Eligibility: Candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) are eligible for a 5% relaxation in the minimum qualifying examination marks (as per Government of India norms).

Position Details & Qualifications

The project is currently seeking to fill three temporary vacancies: one Research Assistant and two Field Investigators. Candidates may only apply for one of the two positions.

Table 1: Vacancy and Remuneration Overview

Table 2: Required Qualifications

Terms and Conditions

• The appointments are strictly on a temporary basis, and continuation is subject to satisfactory performance and project requirements.

• Selected candidates cannot claim any regular or part-time appointments at IGNTU or any other institute during their tenure.

• Incomplete applications will be automatically rejected.

• Any form of canvassing will lead to immediate disqualification.
  

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates must apply within 21 days (Officially Published on 22 June, means 3-4 Days are left, so please fill the application asap// यह आधिकारिक तौर पर 22 जून को पब्लिश हुआ है, यानी 3-4 दिन ही बचे हैं, इसलिए कृपया जल्द से जल्द एप्लीकेशन भर दें।) from the date of the advertisement.

To apply, candidates should send the following documents to the Principal Investigator via email "janardhanab@igntu.ac.in":

1. A duly filled-in application form. Click here for form

2. A complete bio-data/curriculum vitae. (For Professional Bio Contact us)

3. Self-attested photocopies of all required educational certificates. (A copy of an original document (like an ID or degree certificate) that you sign to verify its authenticity.)

For the online interview, selected candidates will be required to present a scanned copy of their Bio-Data and all relevant original certificates.

For further information contact:  Dr. Janardhana B  Principal Investigator  Email: janardhanab@igntu.ac.in  Mobile: 9686130260

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