National Law University Delhi invites applications for one full-time, contractual Research Associate position for a project examining police responses to violence against women and girls. The selected candidate will receive ₹40,000 per month.
About National Law University, Delhi
National Law University Delhi was established in 2008. The university combines legal education with interdisciplinary research intended to contribute to the development of law and public policy.
About the Job Opportunity
The project focuses on strengthening police responses to violence against women and girls and identifying best practices informed by emerging global approaches.
It is funded under the university’s Research Endeavour Grant (N-REG) 2025–26.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must have:
- An LL.B. or B.A. LL.B. degree, along with an LL.M. completed or currently being pursued, from a recognised Indian or foreign university.
- A good academic record.
- At least one peer-reviewed publication in a quality journal.
- Knowledge of substantive and procedural criminal law.
- Proficiency in English.
- Skills in Microsoft Office applications.
Previous experience with similar research projects or data collection is desirable.
Roles and Responsibilities
The Research Associate will assist with project research and collect data from educational institutions across Delhi.
The project will provide the questionnaires and necessary permissions or instructions for data collection.
Number of Positions
There is one Research Associate vacancy.
Duration
The appointment will be for a maximum of four months, ending by 15 March 2027.
Location
The appointment is with National Law University Delhi, New Delhi, and involves data collection from educational institutions in different parts of Delhi.
Employment Type
The position is full-time and contractual.
Remuneration
The selected candidate will receive ₹40,000 per month, funded through the N-REG project.
Selection Process
Applications will be screened for completeness and relevance. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for online interviews.
Application Deadline
The last date to apply is 15 November 2026, at 11:59 PM.
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Contact Details
Project Director: Dr. Syed Iqbal Ahmad, Assistant Professor of Law, National Law University Delhi.
Email: iqbal.ahmad@nludelhi.ac.in.
How to Apply?
Apply through the NLU Delhi online recruitment portal. Register or sign in to complete the application.
Prepare the documents listed in the brochure:
- CV, maximum two pages, covering educational qualifications, specialisation, post-qualification experience and publications.
- Copies of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees combined into one PDF.
- Motivation statement, maximum 800 words, explaining how you meet the essential and desirable qualifications and possess the required skills.
- Any other relevant supporting documents.
Candidates currently pursuing an LL.M. should clarify the acceptable postgraduate documentation with the Project Director.
The brochure’s Important Instructions require online submission and exclude physical or email applications. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
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