Job Description
The University of Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, has announced a Research Assistant vacancy for the 2025 academic year. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates interested in research positions.
About University of Lucknow
The University of Lucknow was first conceptualized by Raja Sir Mohammad Ali Mohammad Khan and later supported by Sir Harcourt Butler, the then Lieutenant-Governor of the United Provinces. The foundation was laid in 1919, and since then, the university has been a prestigious center for higher education.
Job Details
- Job Title: Research Assistant
- Employment Type: Temporary
- Department: Anthropology
- Project Title: Mapping the Transient Metropolis: An Anthropological Study on Pilgrimage and Sacred Geography with Reference to the Kumbh Mela
- Sponsoring Authority: Urban Development Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh (Maha Kumbh Mela 2025)

Eligibility Criteria
- Qualification:
- Ph.D. / Postgraduate in Anthropology or any Social Science discipline with at least 55% marks.
- Key Responsibilities:
- Reviewing relevant literature
- Conducting interviews
- Data collection (primary & secondary)
- Data compilation and analysis
- Report writing
- Assisting with other research-related tasks
Job Location & Salary
- Location: Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh (Temporary stay required in Prayagraj during the project period)
- Salary: ₹75,000/- per month
- Additional Benefits: Accommodation, food, and local conveyance will be provided by the Urban Development Department.
How to Apply for Research Assistant Vacancy in Anthropology at University of Lucknow:
Interested candidates can attend the walk-in interview as per the details below:
📅 Date: January 20, 2025
🕒 Time: 11:30 AM
📍 Venue: Department of Anthropology, University of Lucknow (Old Campus), Lucknow – 226007, Uttar Pradesh
Application Process:
- Report at the Department of Anthropology on the given date and time.
- Carry all necessary documents (academic certificates, CV, and identification).
- Prepare for interview discussions on research methodology and relevant subjects.
Important Link:
Official Notification: CLICK HERE
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