About The Vidhi Centre for Legal Policy

The Vidhi Centre for Legal Policy (“Vidhi”) is an independent think tank doing legal research to make better laws and improve governance for the public good. 

About the Opportunity

The Climate & Ecosystems team at Vidhi has opened up applications for the position of a Research Fellow, Climate & Ecosystems to work with them.

Roles and Responsibilities

This is a full-time position based in Vidhi’s New Delhi offices. The key responsibilities include:

  • Conduct analytical research on parliamentary proceedings and track latest notifications and amendments to environmental laws.
  • Assist the team in legal and policy research on natural ecosystems and biodiversity conservation.
  • Draft and produce high quality research reports, policy briefs and content for newsletters.
  • Organise and assist in coordination of meetings and consultations with stakeholders and partners.
  • Assist with fundraising efforts, including background research, proposal development, and donor reporting.
  • Support dissemination of research through events, stakeholder engagement, and other related activities.
  • Contribute to other research, administrative, and team priorities as required.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Undergraduate degree in law or a relevant field with 0–2 years of demonstrable interest in environmental policy.
  • Proficiency in data analysis applications like MS Excel and other statistical tools.
  • Good knowledge of parliamentary procedures.
  • Strong research, analytical, and writing skills.
  • Experience working with legislators, or research experience on parliamentary proceedings.
  • Publications in journals or media outlets on relevant subjects.

Renumeration

Remuneration will be competitive, in line with experience and existing structure at Vidhi.

How to Apply?

Interested candidates should apply through our online portal by filling in the required details in the application form and uploading the following documents:

  • Latest Curriculum Vitae (CV) (not exceeding two A4 pages)
  • Statement of motivation (in a maximum of 500 words) explaining why the candidate is interested in this position
  • A recent writing sample, preferably published.
  • Details of two references including names, contact details and nature of professional relationship

Please ensure that the file is titled “FirstName LastName_Application for Research Fellow” and is uploaded as a single PDF file under the field of ‘Additional Documents’.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Only applications submitted through the online portal will be reviewed.

Please do not email resumes and cover letters; only queries may be sent via email to careers@vidhilegalpolicy.in with the subject line “Query – Research Fellow, Climate & Ecosystems”.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Application Deadline

The deadline to submit applications is 26th April 2026.

Location

This is a full-time position based out of New Delhi.

Click here to Apply.

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