ISI Research Associate Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

Indian Statistical Institute (ISI) has announced 1 temporary vacancy for the Research Associate (RA-I) post with the tenure initially up to 31 March 2027, extendable up to a maximum of two years. The position offers a pay of Rs. 58,000 per month plus HRA, with the upper age limit set at 35 years as on 1 October 2026. Eligible candidates must hold a PhD in Statistics / Mathematics / Computer Science / Engineering with knowledge of Reliability/Survival Analysis/Statistical Learning/Machine Learning and proficiency in R/Python or any other programming language. Applicants can apply by email, sending their application along with the required documents by 9 November 2026. The selection process involves shortlisting based on application, an open presentation, and an interaction with the selection committee.

ISI Research Associate (RA-I) at a Glance

About ISI Research Associate (RA-I)

Indian Statistical Institute is an autonomous body funded by the Ministry of Statistics and Program Implementation, Government of India. The institute's headquarters is situated at 203, B. T. Road, Kolkata - 700 108. The engagement for this Research Associate position is being made purely on a temporary basis within the Statistical Quality Control & Operations Research (SQC & OR) Division.

Who Can Apply

Candidates must meet the following eligibility conditions as specified in the recruitment notice:

• Nationality: Indian Nationals only.
• Educational Qualification: PhD in Statistics / Mathematics / Computer Science / Engineering.
• Competencies & Skills: Knowledge of Reliability/ Survival Analysis/ Statistical Learning/ Machine Learning, and proficiency in R/ Python or any other programming language.
• Age Limit: Upper age limit shall be 35 years as on 01 October 2026.
• Age Relaxation: Usual relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/Differently abled candidates. Age relaxation may also be given to outstanding candidates or candidates with relevant experience.

Pay and Tenure

The selected Research Associate (RA-I) will receive a pay of Rs. 58,000/- (Rupees fifty-eight thousand only) plus House Rent Allowance as per the rules of the Institute per month.

The tenure will be initially up to 31 March 2027 from the date of joining the Institute. The engagement may be extended later or terminated earlier depending on the availability of funds and candidate performance. Based on performance, the term of research associateship may be extended up to a maximum of two years, as per the discretion of the Institute.

Engagement of the Research Associate will take place in line with Office Order No. D.O./2024/183 dated 20 June 2024 and Office Memorandum No. SR/S9/Z-08/2018 dated 30 January 2019 of the Department of Science & Technology, Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India.

ISI Research Associate (RA-I) Job Description

The selected candidate will work in the Statistical Quality Control & Operations Research Division in Kolkata on the following broad areas of work:

• Lifetime Data Analysis
• Applications of Machine Learning to Reliability/ Survival Analysis

How to Apply for ISI Research Associate (RA-I)

1. Prepare a cover letter and a curriculum vitae merged together as a single PDF file addressed to the Head, Statistical Quality Control and Operations Research Division of the Indian Statistical Institute.
2. Ensure the curriculum vitae contains your Name (in block letters), Permanent/ Present Address, E-mail Address, Telephone/Mobile No., Parent’s/ Spouse’s Name, Date of Birth, Academic Qualifications (with percentage of marks obtained in each examination starting from 10th class), Experience (if any), Aadhaar Card/ Voter Card/ PAN Card details, and SC/ST/OBC/Differently abled status.
3. Include self-attested soft copies of all documents/testimonials, a research statement, a teaching statement, and two recommendations including one from your Ph.D. supervisor(s).
4. Send the compiled PDF via email to [email protected].
5. Ensure the application is sent latest by 09 November 2026.

Selection and Interview

The selection process comprises initial shortlisting based on applications, followed by an assessment in Kolkata:

• Candidates who are shortlisted will need to make an open presentation.
• The presentation will be followed by an interaction in the presence of the selection committee.
• Shortlisted candidate(s) will be notified by email at the address provided by the applicant.
• No TA/DA will be paid either for appearing the interview or joining the post.

Important Dates

Important Instructions

• CVs with incomplete information or without supporting documents will be summarily rejected.
• Mere fulfilling the essential qualification/ experience does not guarantee selection.
• The post is filled purely on temporary basis and the candidate will have no right to claim for any type of permanent employment in the Institute.
• The Institute reserves the right not to engage any candidate applied for this temporary RA post.
• At the time of joining, the shortlisted candidate has to produce all relevant documents/testimonials in original for verification and a medical certificate of fitness from the Medical Officer of the Institute. Failing this, the Institute will offer the position to the next candidate in the merit list prepared for this purpose.
• This advertisement is also available on the website www.isical.ac.in/jobs.

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