Job Post: Research Fellow at NLU Delhi [Full-time; Remuneration Upto Rs. 40k]: Apply by March 28!

19 Mar 2025

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About NLU Delhi

National Law University, Delhi is a law school in India, situated in Sector-14, Dwarka, Delhi. It offers courses at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels. As one of the national law schools in India, NLUD is built on the five-year law degree model proposed and implemented by the Bar Council of India.

About the Research Fellow at NLU Delhi

The National Law University –Delhi (NLUD) invites applications for the post of a full-time Research Fellow for a project titled Multi-scalar Dimensions of Sectoral Water Conflicts Through the Lens of Water Security. The position is initially for a one year period, that is, April 2025 to March 2026 (extendable up to five years, depending on performance).

Roles and Responsibilities

Conducting law research, including case law research (lower courts, high courts, Supreme Court, National Green Tribunal);
Developing and managing an extensive research database ;
Assisting with the fieldwork;
Organising project workshops and meetings;
Assisting with collation, analysis and publication of research findings;
Assisting with research administration

Eligibility Criteria

Essential: Law graduate (LLB); demonstrable interest in water law, policy and governance in India;
English proficiency;
Proficiency in MS Office applications;
Desirable: LLM/ PhD degree in law; prior experience of working on a water law and policy or environmental law project; Hindi proficiency.

Remuneration

Approximately ₹ 40,000 per month (with an annual increase, where the contract is extended)

How to Apply?

Click on the link provided below to apply.
Attach the following with the application:
- your résumé/CV (maximum two pages);
- A 500-word write-up addressing the following question: ‘What is the link between water-related conflicts in India, the enjoyment of human rights, and tackling climate change?’; and
- a brief statement (maximum 250 words) outlining your likely contributions to the project and how you satisfy these essential/desirable qualifications and skills required for this post.

Note: Please ensure that the submitted application includes the completed form as well as the three attachments (see (a), (b) and (c) above) to be pasted inside the form.