Research Assistant Recruitment 2026 at IIM Udaipur – Consumer Culture Lab

Research Assistant Recruitment 2026 at IIM Udaipur – Consumer Culture Lab

Position Overview

About the Opportunity

The Consumer Culture Lab (CCL) at IIM Udaipur is seeking one passionate and highly motivated qualitative researcher to join the Lab as a Research Assistant.

The selected candidate will primarily assist Prof. Ankur Kapoor and Prof. Rajesh Nanarpuzha, Co-Chairs of the Consumer Culture Lab, with research projects focused on consumer culture.

The Research Assistant will also contribute to other academic and research initiatives undertaken by CCL.

About the Consumer Culture Lab

The Consumer Culture Lab at IIM Udaipur brings together:

• Faculty members

• Researchers

• Students

• Alumni of IIM Udaipur

• Global academics

The Lab is committed to developing knowledge about different aspects of consumer culture in India.

Its research particularly seeks to understand the diverse and rapidly changing Indian consumer context and highlight the multiple voices of Indian consumers, while generating accessible insights for academia and industry.

Essential Qualification

The detailed educational qualification requirements are not visible in the provided advertisement excerpt.

Candidates should refer to the complete official IIM Udaipur Research Assistant announcement for the prescribed academic qualifications.

Desirable Qualification

The position is particularly suited to candidates interested in:

• Qualitative research

• Consumer culture

• Marketing research

• Consumer behaviour

• Social and cultural dimensions of consumption

• Academic research and theory development

A strong motivation to pursue research or future doctoral studies would be relevant to the opportunity.

Experience Required

No fixed minimum professional or research experience requirement is visible in the provided advertisement excerpt.

Candidates with prior exposure to:

• Qualitative research methods

• Academic research

• Consumer research

• Literature reviews

• Interviews or field research

• Research writing

may be well aligned with the role.

Project Area

The Research Assistant will primarily contribute to research in:

• Consumer Culture

• Consumer Behaviour

• Qualitative Marketing Research

• Indian Consumer Studies

• Cultural Consumption

• Marketing

• Theory Building

• Social Science Research

Benefits

IIM Udaipur provides a strong research-oriented academic environment.

The selected Research Assistant may have opportunities to:

• Attend regular research seminars conducted by resident and visiting faculty

• Participate in discussions around faculty working papers

• Attend selected Ph.D.-level coursework and workshops

• Gain exposure to qualitative research methods

• Learn consumer culture theory

• Develop understanding of academic theory building

• Gain first-hand experience of working in a dedicated research lab

• Initiate independent research with faculty encouragement

• Receive academic guidance for future Ph.D. applications

• Potentially receive recommendation letters for doctoral applications at leading universities

Remuneration

The advertisement states that salaries are:

Competitive with similar research positions in India

The exact monthly remuneration is not visible in the provided advertisement excerpt.

Appointment Duration

The appointment duration is not visible in the provided advertisement excerpt.

Candidates should refer to the complete official vacancy announcement for the tenure and extension conditions.

Age Limit

No age limit is visible in the provided advertisement excerpt.

Nature of Appointment

• Research Assistant position

• Based at the Consumer Culture Lab

• Qualitative research-focused role

• Academic research environment

• Opportunity to work closely with IIM Udaipur faculty

• Suitable for candidates considering future Ph.D. studies

How to Apply

The application procedure, required documents, application link/email, and closing date are not visible in the provided advertisement excerpt.

Candidates should refer to the complete official IIM Udaipur Consumer Culture Lab Research Assistant announcement before applying.

Job Domain: Business and Economics / Marketing / Consumer Behaviour / Consumer Culture / Qualitative Research

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