Central University of South Bihar (CUSB), a NAAC Grade 'A' accredited central university established by an Act of Parliament, invites applications for Research Associate and Project Associate positions on its Urban Biodiversity Studies project funded by the Bihar State Biodiversity Board. This is an excellent opportunity for researchers and field scientists to contribute to biodiversity conservation and urban ecological assessment.

Central University of South Bihar Recruitment 2026 Overview

Organization	Central University of South Bihar (CUSB), Gaya
Project Name	Urban Biodiversity Studies including City Biodiversity Index Assessment (Bihar State Biodiversity Board Project)
Total Posts	3
Location	Central University of South Bihar, Gaya, Bihar
Selection Method	Interview Based
Upper Age Limit	35 years (as on date of interview)

Vacancy Details

S.No	Position	Vacancies	Salary	Age Limit
1	Research Associate - I	1	Rs. 58,000/- + HRA	35 years
2	Project Associate - I (GIS & Remote Sensing)	1	Rs. 25,000/- + HRA	35 years
3	Project Associate - I (Field Biologist)	1	Rs. 25,000/- + HRA	35 years
Total Vacancies		3

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

Parameter	Details
Monthly Emolument	Rs. 58,000/- plus HRA
Nature of Position	Project Based
Reporting To	Project Investigator

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)
• 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

Parameter	Details
Monthly Emolument	Rs. 25,000/- plus HRA
Nature of Position	Project Based

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

• Field research experience, particularly in biodiversity and ecological studies
• Bird identification and census techniques
• Wetland ecosystem assessment
• Data collection and report writing

Salary and Benefits

Parameter	Details
Monthly Emolument	Rs. 25,000/- plus HRA
Nature of Position	Project Based

Age Limit

Criterion	Limit
Upper Age Limit	35 years as on the date of interview
Reference Date	As declared in interview call letter

Selection Process

• 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 details, contact the university directly

Important Documents to Submit

• Educational qualification certificates (Master's/PhD degrees)
• Experience certificates from previous employers/institutions
• Research publications (for Research Associate position)
• Date of birth certificate or proof
• Identity proof (Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID, Passport)
• Recent passport-size photograph
• Curriculum Vitae highlighting relevant skills and experience
• Any other supporting documents as per notification

Contact Information

Institution	Central University of South Bihar (CUSB)
NAAC Rating	Grade 'A'
Address	7, Gaya-Panchanpur Road, P.O.: Fatehpur, District-Gaya, Bihar 824236
Reception	+91-631-2229530
Information	+91-631-2229507
Email	[email protected]
Official Website	www.cusb.ac.in

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