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Research Assistant

Research Assistant

ConfidentialCoimbatore, India
7 days ago
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Company Description

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham is a prestigious private deemed university with its headquarters located in Coimbatore, India. With seven campuses and sixteen constituent schools across South India, the university offers a wide array of programs including undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral, and integrated degrees. Known for its focus on education, research, and innovation, Amrita offers programs in various fields such as engineering, medicine, biotechnology, sciences, humanities, sustainable development, and more. The university is dedicated to fostering academic excellence and societal contributions through its multidimensional approach to learning.

Project Title : Resilience in Transition : A Longitudinal Study of Post-Tsunami Housing Reconstruction and Livelihood Revitalization in Vulnerable Coasts of India

Sponsoring Agency : Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR), Ministry of Education, Government of India

Host Institution : Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Coimbatore Campus

Principal Investigator : Dr. Pratheek Sudhakaran, Associate Professor, School of Architecture, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham

Position Details :

  • Designation : Research Assistant (RA)
  • Number of Positions : One (1)
  • Duration : Initially for 12 months , extendable based on performance and project requirements up to the project period
  • Remuneration : ₹37,000 per month (consolidated, as per ICSSR rules)
  • Location : Amrita School of Architecture, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Ettimadai, Coimbatore

Project Overview :

The ICSSR-funded project ' Resilience in Transition ' is a multi-institutional longitudinal study examining the long-term social, economic, and spatial transformation of coastal settlements rebuilt after the 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami. It seeks to understand how post-disaster housing reconstruction and livelihood interventions have shaped community resilience, social well-being, and built-environment adaptation across multiple states in India.

The project involves extensive fieldwork, qualitative and quantitative data collection, GIS mapping, documentation of housing typologies, and stakeholder interviews in collaboration with academic and community partners.

Role Description

The Research Assistant will work closely with the Principal Investigator and Co-Investigators to support the execution of the project. Key responsibilities include :

  • Literature Review & Secondary Research
  • Conduct systematic literature reviews on post-disaster housing, resilience theory, and livelihood reconstruction.
  • Compile and annotate relevant reports, journal articles, and policy documents.
  • Fieldwork & Data Collection
  • Assist in planning, coordinating, and conducting field visits to selected coastal sites in Nagapattinam, & Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu.
  • Facilitate interviews, focus group discussions, and participatory mapping exercises in coordination with local partners.
  • Ensure ethical data collection, translation, and transcription protocols are followed.
  • Data Management & Analysis
  • Manage qualitative and quantitative datasets using Excel / SPSS / Atlas.ti or equivalent software.
  • Assist in GIS mapping, documentation of settlement morphology, and photographic surveys.
  • Documentation & Reporting
  • Prepare progress reports, data summaries, and visual documentation.
  • Draft and edit research papers, project reports, and conference submissions.
  • Support dissemination activities such as workshops, stakeholder consultations, and academic publications.
  • Administrative & Logistical Support
  • Maintain communication and coordination between collaborating institutions.
  • Manage project documentation, travel arrangements, and expense records as per ICSSR guidelines.

    • Qualifications

    Post-Graduate Degree in any social sciences discipline or Architecture / Urban Planning / Geography / Sociology / Disaster Management / Environmental Studies or relevant allied field, with minimum 55% marks (or equivalent CGPA).

    Demonstrated research aptitude through dissertation work, publications, or previous research experience.

    Strong writing, documentation, and analytical skills.

    Proficiency in English; knowledge of Tamil will be an added advantage.

    Desirable Qualifications :

  • Prior experience in field-based social or environmental research , preferably in post-disaster or community development contexts.
  • Working knowledge of GIS, AutoCAD, or environmental simulation tools .
  • Familiarity with ICSSR, DST, or other government-funded project protocols .
  • Capacity to travel independently and engage with local communities sensitively.

    • Interested candidates are requested to apply with the following :

  • Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • A brief statement of purpose (max. 500 words) explaining interest and suitability
  • Scanned copies of academic certificates and relevant experience letters

    • Applications should be sent to :

    Dr. Pratheek Sudhakaran

    Principal Investigator – ICSSR Project

    Amrita School of Architecture,

    on email ID : [HIDDEN TEXT]

    Shortlisted candidates will be notified via email and invited for an online / offline interview . No TA / DA will be provided for attending the interview. The decision of the selection committee will be final and binding.

    Skills Required

    Gis, Spss, Autocad, Excel, ATLAS.ti

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