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    Research Associate Positions at Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology (WIHG)

    Research Associate Recruitment at Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology (WIHG)

    The Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology (WIHG), an esteemed Autonomous Institution under the Department of Science & Technology, Government of India, located in Dehradun, is seeking dynamic and accomplished researchers for the position of Research Associate (RA). This is a purely temporary/contractual tenured position designed to support the Institute's advanced-level research across all facets of Himalayan Geology and Geodynamics. WIHG is recognized for its strong specialization in areas such as Petrology, Geochemistry, Structure and Tectonics, Sedimentology, and Geophysics. If you possess a strong background in Geosciences and are eager to contribute to cutting-edge research utilizing state-of-the-art analytical facilities, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity to advance your scientific career.

    Research Associate Positions at Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology (WIHG)
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    Job Summary

    The Director, WIHG, invites applications for the position of Research Associate (RA) for interview. The positions are purely temporary/contractual.

    Organization Position Total Vacancies Consolidated Salary Application Deadline
    Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology (WIHG) Research Associate (RA) Four (04) Rs.61,000/- + HRA (As applicable) 31.12.2025

    Details of Position

    The selected candidates will work on the following aspects of Himalayan Geosciences:

    • Paleoclimatology, Tree-ring analysis, Dendroclimatology
    • Mineralogy, Fluid Inclusion, Mantle Petrology, Subduction & Collisional Geodynamics.
    • Seismotectonics, Interior of the Earth
    • Low-temperature Thermochronology, Thermo-kinematic Modelling, U-Pb Geochronology of zircon
    • Vertebrate paleontology and Biostratigraphy

    Eligibility Details

    Candidates must possess a 1st class in M.Sc., M.Tech or M.Sc. (Tech) in or any allied field of Geoscience suiting to the WIHG's research domain as mentioned above. Applicants must have either submitted their Ph.D thesis or have been awarded a doctoral degree in the field of Geosciences.

    Additional Requirements:

    • Minimum three good publication records in SCI journals.
    • At least one publication must have the candidate as the lead author.
    • Documents regarding thesis submission/doctoral degree must be included in the application.

    Age Criteria: The Age Limit for Research Associate is 35 Years. The Date of Age reckoning will be 1st April of the year of application. Age relaxation is admissible as per Govt. of India Rules.

    Application Details

    • Deadline: 31.12.2025
    • Method: Applications must be sent via email in the prescribed format along with attachments (in PDF format).
    • Email Address: registraroffice@wihg.res.in
    • Mandatory Fields: Column No. 14, 15 & 16 of the application proforma are mandatory to fill.

    Important Conditions

    • The positions are purely temporary; regularization of services will not take place under any circumstances.
    • Emoluments will be as per guidelines of DST as amended from time to time.
    • The Institute reserves the right to short list candidates based on merit, qualifications, experience, and suitability.
    • No interim enquiries will be entertained, and canvassing will lead to disqualification.
    • Incomplete applications or those not submitted in the prescribed format will be summarily rejected.
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