Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 at BITS Pilani Hyderabad Campus – Economics Research Project

Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 at BITS Pilani Hyderabad Campus – Economics Research Project

Birla Institute of Technology & Science (BITS) Pilani, Hyderabad Campus, invites applications for the position of Research Fellow under a sponsored research project funded by the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) through the CGIAR Gender Equality and Inclusion Accelerator.

The position is offered under the project titled “Building the Business Case for Gender-Responsive Extension and Advisory Services.”

Candidates with a Master's degree in Economics and strong skills in applied econometrics, statistical analysis, and empirical research are encouraged to apply.

Position Overview

About the Research Project

The research project, “Building the Business Case for Gender-Responsive Extension and Advisory Services,” is supported by the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) under the CGIAR Gender Equality and Inclusion Accelerator.

The position requires strong quantitative research capabilities, particularly in applied econometrics, secondary data analysis, and causal inference.

The selected Research Fellow will contribute to empirical research activities associated with the project.

Essential Qualification

Applicants must possess:

- Master's Degree in Economics.

Preferred Research Competencies and Technical Expertise

Candidates should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Strong foundation in applied econometric methods.

• Proficiency in statistical software such as Python, R, and/or Stata for empirical research.

• Experience in handling and analyzing large-scale survey datasets.

• Ability to conduct rigorous secondary data analysis.

• Experience implementing causal inference techniques under strict deadlines.

Additional Preferred Skills

The following qualifications will be considered advantageous:

• Strong academic writing skills.

• Ability to synthesize academic literature.

• Experience in policy-oriented analysis.

Research Responsibilities

Based on the competencies outlined in the advertisement, the position involves research activities such as:

• Conducting applied econometric analysis.

• Working with large-scale survey datasets.

• Performing secondary data analysis.

• Applying causal inference techniques.

• Reviewing and synthesizing academic literature.

• Supporting empirical and policy-oriented research outputs.

Remuneration

The selected candidate will receive:

INR 40,000 per month (Consolidated).

No additional allowances or benefits are specified in the provided advertisement.

Appointment Duration

• Project Appointment: Two months.

• Nature of Position: Sponsored research engagement.

• Extension: Not specified in the advertisement.

Project Team

Bhemeshwar Reddy A Associate Professor Department of Economics and Finance BITS Pilani, Hyderabad Campus

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates should refer to the complete official recruitment advertisement for the application procedure and submission requirements.

Official Institute Website: https://www.bits-pilani.ac.in/

Application Link / Email: Not specified in the provided advertisement excerpt.

Applicants should ensure that their applications are submitted by 30 October 2026.

Important Dates

Official Institution Details

Birla Institute of Technology & Science (BITS) Pilani Hyderabad Campus Department of Economics and Finance Hyderabad, Telangana, India

Official Website: https://www.bits-pilani.ac.in/

Job Domain (for classification): Economics / Applied Econometrics / Development Economics / Gender Studies / Agricultural Economics / Data Analysis / Policy Research / Social Science Research

Note: The provided advertisement excerpt does not specify the application email, submission portal, or selection procedure. Applicants should consult the complete official recruitment notice for these details.

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