- Applications are invited for the recruitment of one (01) Research Associate (RA-I) on a purely temporary basis.
- The position is in the Statistical Quality Control & Operations Research (SQC & OR) Division of the Indian Statistical Institute, Kolkata.
- The role is temporary and does not guarantee long-term employment.
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Active Listing
🎓 Master's Degree
Research Associate (RA-I) in Statistical Quality Control & Operations Research
Indian Statistical Institute
Total Vacancies
1
Job Location
Kolkata, India
Apply Start
15 Oct 2026
Apply Deadline
09 Nov 2026
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Indian Statistical Institute (ISI) |
| Job Category | Other |
| Eligibility Qualification | Master's Degree (masters-degree) |
| Number of Vacancies | 1 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | Not specified in the notification. |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Application Fee | • Note: No explicit mention of an application fee was found in the provided job notification text. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Nationality: Only Indian nationals are eligible to apply.
- Qualification: Must hold a Master’s Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Operations Research, or a related discipline from a recognized university.
- Experience: Preference will be given to candidates with a strong academic background and/or relevant research experience in statistical methods, quality control, or operations research.
- Qualification: Must hold a Master’s Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Operations Research, or a related discipline from a recognized university.
- Experience: Preference will be given to candidates with a strong academic background and/or relevant research experience in statistical methods, quality control, or operations research.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Selection will be based on academic qualifications, research experience, and an interview conducted by the Head of Unit.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
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📂 Required Documents
- Not explicitly stated in the notification — check the official advertisement for details.
💳 Application Fee Details
• Note: No explicit mention of an application fee was found in the provided job notification text.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
How many vacancies are available for the Research Associate (RA-I) position at the Indian Statistical Institute?
There is one (01) vacancy available for the Research Associate (RA-I) in the SQC & OR Division at the Indian Statistical Institute.
Q.
What is the last date to apply for the Research Associate (RA-I) position under advertisement No.PU/507/ADV/903?
The last date to submit applications is 09 November 2026.
Q.
Is this Research Associate position permanent or temporary?
The position is purely temporary and does not guarantee long-term employment.
Q.
What is the minimum qualification required for the Research Associate (RA-I) role?
Candidates must hold a Master’s Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Operations Research, or a related discipline from a recognized university.
Q.
Where will the selected candidate be posted?
The selected candidate will be posted in the Kolkata campus of the Indian Statistical Institute.