Call for Applications | NLS Bangalore’s Project on Pre-Trial Processes in India & Preventive Detention in Karnataka [Paid Opportunity]: Apply by Aug 16

About National Law School of India University

The National Law School of India University (NLSIU) was established in 1987 to be a pioneer in legal education. Over the last three decades the University has consistently been the undoubted leader in legal education and research in India and has been ranked First among Law Universities in the National Institute Ranking Framework for the last five years.

NLSIU is undertaking two research projects on criminal justice-related issues with the support of the Thakur Foundation.

About Project on Pre-Trial Processes in India

The first project is on pre-trial issues in India, focusing on two broad themes – excessive pre-trial detention, and the scope and implementation of search and seizure provisions in the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (Cr.P.C), and special criminal statutes. In the context of excessive pre-trial detention, the project will study the issue of unnecessary arrests, and bail related issues. When dealing with search and seizure, it will focus on the impact that quasi-criminal statutes have had on the criminal justice process, and also the emerging issue of search of digital devices. The two-year project will culminate into a comprehensive research report, which will then be converted into a series of academic publications. More details about the project are available here.

About Project on Preventive Detention in Karnataka

The second project is on preventive detention in Karnataka. This project will focus on studying Karnataka specific issues relating to preventive detention, including legislative history of preventive detention laws,
judicial decisions, and analysis of preventive detention orders.

Essential Qualifications

LL.B degree

Desirable Qualifications

(i) Candidates with a LL.M, and relevant work experience will be preferred.

(ii) Candidates who have experience in undertaking field-research will be preferred

(iii) Candidates who have proficiency in criminal procedure will be preferred.

No of Seats

2

The University invites online applications for two positions of Research Associate. Research Associates will work on the projects under the supervision of faculty members leading these projects.

Roles and Responsibilities

(i) Conducting desk research on identified issues.

(ii) Taking the lead in conducting field-work required under the project. This includes conducting focus-group discussions, interviews, and collection of data.

(iii) Writing research reports, and academic pieces, as required.

(iv) Preparation of progress reports, and handling other reporting requirements.

(v) Handling administrative responsibilities under the project.

Remuneration

Salary will be commensurate with educational background and relevant experience. The Research Associates will be covered under
NLSIU’s Group Health Insurance Scheme. NLSIU will not be able to provide accommodation on campus.

Last date for application

August 16, 2022

How to Apply

Fill the online application form, available here.

You will be asked to submit the following:

(a) Your CV
(b) A short statement of purpose (not more than 500 words)
(c) A sole-authored writing sample (published or unpublished)
(d) Details of two referees with contact details

Contact Info

Name of the Contact Persons: Ms. Savithri
Phone : 080-23010000/23160537
Email: [email protected]

For official notification, click here.