ABOUT THE ORGANISATION
National Law University Delhi (NLUD), located in Sector 14, Dwarka, New Delhi, is inviting applications for contractual research positions under a project focused on preparing India’s Common Core Document (CCD) and National Report for the Fifth Cycle of the Universal Periodic Review (UPR).
The project focuses on India’s international human rights reporting obligations and involves legal and policy research, empirical research, stakeholder consultations, and preparation of research-based reports.
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
NLUD is recruiting candidates for two categories of research positions under a full-time project appointment. The positions are contractual for six months, with immediate joining. Selected candidates must be physically present on the university campus throughout their appointment.
Positions Available:
Research Associate: 1 vacancy
Field Researchers: 2 vacancies
Organisation: National Law University Delhi Duration: 6 months Mode: Full-time, on-site Location: National Law University Delhi, Sector 14, Dwarka, New Delhi – 110078 Last Date to Apply: 22 October 2026, by 5:00 PM IST
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
A. Research Associate
Postgraduate degree in Law (LL.M.) from a recognised Indian or foreign university, with a good academic record.
Demonstrated understanding of doctrinal and empirical research methodologies.
Knowledge of substantive and procedural international human rights law.
Proficiency in English.
Skills in MS Office applications and other research tools.
Prior research project experience in Public International Law, International Human Rights Law, Criminal Law, or Fundamental Rights is desirable.
B. Field Researchers
Graduate degree in Law or Social Sciences from a recognised Indian or foreign university, with a good academic record.
Demonstrated understanding of qualitative and empirical research methodologies.
Proficiency in English, including strong written and oral communication skills.
Proficiency in MS Office applications and other research and documentation tools.
Knowledge of statistics and/or experience in data collection, analysis, and documentation is desirable.
Prior experience in field research, stakeholder consultations, or research projects in law, human rights, social sciences, or related areas is desirable.
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
A. Research Associate
Conduct legal and policy research relevant to India’s Universal Periodic Review, including applicable international human rights standards and reporting obligations.
Assist in implementing the research methodology, identifying stakeholders, and conducting stakeholder consultations.
Analyse and synthesise research findings and stakeholder inputs for incorporation into project outputs.
Assist in drafting and revising the UPR National Report and Common Core Document.
Support project documentation, progress reporting, quality assurance, and other research, drafting, and technical requirements.
B. Field Researchers
Facilitate and support stakeholder consultations.
Coordinate field engagement with identified stakeholders.
Collect, document, and compile consultation inputs and field data.
Maintain and organise project records, consultation records, and research documentation.
Provide research and logistical support for stakeholder consultations and other project activities.
REMUNERATION
Research Associate: ₹50,000 per month, consolidated.
Field Researchers: ₹40,000 per month, consolidated.
DURATION & MODE
Duration: 6 months.
Mode: Full-time, on-site.
Joining: Immediate.
Selected candidates must be physically present on the NLUD campus throughout the appointment.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Interested and eligible candidates must complete the online application form and upload all required documents through the prescribed recruitment portal.
Application Link: Click Here to Apply
Documents Required:
Résumé/CV: Details of educational qualifications, specialisation, post-qualification experience, and publications, combined into one PDF file.
Educational Documents: Copies of undergraduate and/or postgraduate degree certificates, combined into one PDF file.
Motivation Statement: A statement of up to 500 words explaining how the candidate meets the essential and desirable qualifications and possesses the skills required for the relevant position, submitted as one PDF file.
Additional Documents: Any other relevant documents not already submitted above, combined into one PDF file.
Important Instructions:
Submit the completed application form along with all required attachments.
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Applications must be submitted exclusively through the prescribed online form.
Physical and email applications will not be accepted.
SELECTION PROCESS
Candidates will be shortlisted based on an assessment of their applications and submitted documents.
Only shortlisted candidates will be interviewed.
Interviews will be conducted online.
Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
If no communication is received from the University within two weeks after the application deadline, candidates should assume that their application has not been selected.
CONTACT INFORMATION
For queries, candidates may contact the Project Coordinator:
Ms. Diya Rajput Lecturer, National Law University Delhi Email: upr2027@nludelhi.ac.in.