Central University of South Bihar (CUSB) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 03 Research Associate I, Project Associate I Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official CUSB website. The last date to submit the application form is 08-02-2026. In this article, you’ll find the CUSB Research Associate I, Project Associate I Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Online application form.
CUSB Research Associate I, Project Associate I Recruitment 2026 Overview
Position 1: Research Associate - I (1 Vacancy)
Eligibility Criteria
- Essential Qualification: PhD/MD/MS/MDS in relevant field OR three (3) years of research, teaching, and design & development experience after Master's degree in Life Science, Biotechnology, or any other Biological Science subject.
- At least one research paper published in a Science Citation Index (SCI) journal.
Desirable Experience
- Experience in biodiversity and molecular biology related research.
- Project management and report writing skills.
Salary and Benefits
Position 2: Project Associate - I (GIS and Remote Sensing) (1 Vacancy)
Eligibility Criteria
- Essential Qualification: Master's degree in Earth Sciences, Remote Sensing and GIS, Hydrology or related fields with minimum 55% marks or 6.5/10 CGPA from a recognized university, OR
- B.Tech/M.Tech in Remote Sensing with at least 55% marks or 6.5/10 CGPA from a recognized university or equivalent.
Desirable Experience
- Proficiency in GIS software (ArcGIS, QGIS, ERDAS Imagine).
- Experience with remote sensing software and programming languages (e.g., Python).
- Field research experience, especially on birds and wetlands.
- Ecological data analysis using R.
- Report writing skills.
Salary and Benefits
Position 3: Project Associate - I (Field Biologist) (1 Vacancy)
Eligibility Criteria
- Essential Qualification: Master's degree in Natural Sciences, Agricultural Sciences, or MVSc with minimum 55% marks or 6.5/10 CGPA from a recognized university, OR
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Technology, or Medicine with at least 55% marks or 6.5/10 CGPA from a recognized university or equivalent.
Desirable Experience
Salary and Benefits
Selection Process
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Interview-based selection.
- Candidate evaluation based on qualifications, experience, and performance in interview.
- Final selection decision will be communicated in writing.
How to Apply
- Visit the official website: www.cusb.ac.in.
- Look for the recruitment notification for this project.
- Prepare application with complete details of educational qualifications and experience.
- Submit application as per instructions provided in the official notification.
- For detailed queries, contact the university directly.
Project Details
The positions are part of the "Urban Biodiversity Studies including City Biodiversity Index Assessment" project funded by the Bihar State Biodiversity Board (BSBB). This project aims to assess urban biodiversity, conduct city biodiversity index evaluations, and contribute to conservation efforts in urban ecosystems across Bihar.
Important Information
- These are project-based positions with fixed duration based on project funding.
- Selected candidates will work under the guidance of the Project Investigator.
- Candidates must be willing to undertake field work for the project.
- Interview date and time will be communicated separately to shortlisted candidates.
- Age limit is as on the date of interview.
- All qualifications must be from recognized universities/institutions.
- Additional skills in the desirable category may enhance chances of selection.
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