Post-Doctoral Fellow/ Senior Research Fellow/ Research Fellow/ Field Manager Coordinator (HEALING Initiative)

Call for Applications

Jindal Institute of Haryana Studies (JIHS)

O.P. Jindal Global University, Sonipat, Haryana

The Jindal Institute of Haryana Studies (JIHS) at O.P. Jindal Global University invites applications for multiple research and field-based positions.

JIHS is an interdisciplinary, data-driven research institute dedicated to addressing Haryanas socio-economic, environmental, governance, and urban development challenges. The Institute aims to generate rigorous, policy-oriented research that strengthens evidence-based decision-making and promotes inclusive, sustainable development across the state. As a non- partisan knowledge hub, JIHS is committed to building a long-term, time-series research base on Haryanas development trajectories, including urbanisation, labour markets, health, education, governance, and regional growth dynamics.

We invite applications for the following positions:

1.Post-Doctoral Fellow Economics

Role Overview

The Post-Doctoral Fellow will supportt he Institutes ongoing projects and is encouraged to take up their own projects on issues of Haryana.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct independent and collaborative research related to employment, health, education, regional development, and public services issues of Haryana
• Engage with government institutions and planning bodies
• Produce high-quality academic publications and policy reports
• Contribute to building JIHS as a leading research institution

Qualifications

• PhD in Economics / Development Studies
• Strong grounding in Indian economic and social contexts
• Knowledge of Stata or R (mandatory)
• Familiarity with large datasets like PLFS, NSS, IHDS, NFHS, etc.
• Expertise in quantitative and qualitative methods
• Publication record in recognized journals preferred
• Experience engaging with government institutions desirable
• Experience with GIS desirable

Duration & Remuneration

• Two-year contract (extendable)
• Remuneration: 1,00,000 per month

2.Senior Research Fellow

Role Overview

The Senior Research Fellow will assist faculty-led research projects on labour markets, health, education, governance, and regional development in Haryana.

Key Responsibilities

• Advanced data cleaning and statistical analysis
• Drafting reports, policy briefs, and research summaries
• Supporting field research design and execution
• Reviewing study instruments and methodologies
• Engaging with data sets such as PLFS, NSS, IHDS, NFHS, etc.

Qualifications

• Masters in Economics / Development Studies / Public Health/ Public Policy
• Minimum two years of post-Masters work experience
• Proficiency in Stata or R (mandatory)
• Familiarity with Indian economic and social datasets
• Prior field or government engagement experience desirable
• Engaging with spatial databases (GIS maps) desirable

Duration & Remuneration

• One-year contract (extendable)
• Remuneration: 75,000 per month

3.Research Fellow

Role Overview

The Research Fellow will support ongoing interdisciplinary research projects and contribute to data management, analysis, and fieldwork execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Data cleaning and preliminary analysis
• Literature reviews and report drafting
• Supporting field research planning and coordination
• Assisting faculty in research implementation

Qualifications

• Masters in Economics / Development Studies/ Public Health/ Public Policy
• Knowledge of Stata or R (mandatory)
• Familiarity with major Indian data sets preferred
• Field or government experience desirable
• Knowledge of GIS desirable

Duration & Remuneration

• One-year contract (extendable)
• Remuneration: 60,000 per month

4.Field Manager / Coordinator (HEALING Initiative)

Role Overview

The Field Manager/Coordinator will lead community-based implementation efforts under the HEALING initiative and support grassroots engagement, monitoring, and institutional coordination.

Key Responsibilities

• Setting up and operationalising learning centres
• Maintaining the Institutes website
• Organising community meetings and enrolling children
• Supervising youth volunteer teachers
• Generating awareness on public health, sanitation, and solid waste management
• Monitoring key indicators and preparing periodic reports
• Coordinating annual evaluations
• Liaising with local bodies and authorities
• Supporting additional tasks as assigned by HEALING faculty

Qualifications

• Masters degree in Social Work / Development Studies / PublicHealth / Education / related field
• Experience in community mobilisation and field coordination
• Strong organisational and reporting skills
• Experience working with local government bodies desirable

Duration & Remuneration

• Contractual (details to be discussed during selection)
• Remuneration: 40,000 per month

Application Process

Interested candidates should email the following documents to:

jihs@jgu.edu.in and jgucareers@jgu.edu.in

Please use the subject line:

Application for [Position Name] JIHS

Required Documents:

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Sample of Research Writing (for research positions)
• Names of Two Referees

Last date of applying: 23 March 2026.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and shortlisting will begin as applications are received. Early applications are strongly encouraged.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview.

JIHS is committed to academic excellence, policy relevance, and meaningful community engagement. We encourage applications from candidates who are motivated to contribute to impactful, interdisciplinary research and field-based development work in Haryana.

For more information about the Institute, please visit: https://jgu.edu.in/jihs/