Lead Researcher at NLUD’s Ease of Justice Project [Salary Rs 70K, 2 Seats]: Apply by Nov 15
National Law University Delhi invites applications for two contractual Lead Researcher positions for a Diagnostic Study on Understanding ‘Ease of Justice’ in India, offering a monthly remuneration of INR 70,000.
About National Law University Delhi
The National Law University Delhi (NLU Delhi) is conducting a Diagnostic Study on Understanding ‘Ease of Justice’ in India. The study has been commissioned by the Department of Justice, Ministry of Law and Justice, Government of India, in collaboration with UNDP India, and is designed and executed by NLU Delhi.
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About the Job
NLU Delhi invites applications for two Lead Researchers for the study, which aims to assess the institutional capacity of justice delivery in India, with a focus on civil and commercial jurisdictions.
Eligibility
Interested candidates must fulfil the following eligibility criteria:
- Bachelor’s degree in Law, Public Policy, Sociology, Political Science, Economics, or a related social science discipline, with a minimum of 55% marks or equivalent CGPA.
- At least two years of post-qualification experience in empirical or socio-legal research.
- Strong analytical and report-writing skills, demonstrated through published work or policy-related contributions.
- Proficiency in English.
Desirable Qualifications
- LL.M. or Master’s degree in any of the above disciplines, with a minimum of 55% marks or equivalent CGPA.
- Experience in leading qualitative fieldwork, preferably involving courts, legal aid, or access to justice.
- Working knowledge of mixed-methods research, thematic analysis, and content analysis.
- Understanding of research ethics, including trauma-informed and data protection practices.
- Knowledge of an Indian language.
Roles and Responsibilities
The selected candidates will be responsible for:
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- Conceptualising and executing the study in accordance with its terms of reference.
- Leading qualitative fieldwork, including interviews with senior stakeholders and regional focus group discussions.
- Training, supervising, and quality-assuring field teams while ensuring compliance with ethical and data protection requirements.
- Leading thematic and content analysis and drafting consultation briefs, reports, policy briefs, and reform recommendations.
- Coordinating with the project team and stakeholders and submitting regular progress reports.
- Drafting pillar-wise findings and the diagnostic report, including comparative benchmarking and prioritised short-, medium-, and long-term reform recommendations.
Remuneration
The selected candidates will receive a monthly remuneration of INR 70,000, depending on their qualifications and experience.
Duration
The engagement will be for a period of one year, from December 1, 2026, to August 31, 2027, as specified in the notification.
Location
Delhi NCR, with travel to the study states as required.
No of Seats
2
Last Date to Apply
November 15, 2026 (Sunday).
Application Procedure
Interested and eligible candidates must submit the following documents by email:
- Updated CV;
- Writing sample; and
- Statement of Purpose (SoP) of 500 words.
Applications must be sent to [email protected] with the subject line:
“Lead Researcher Application – Ease of Justice Study”
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Candidates must also include a cover letter in the body of the email.
Contact Information
For queries regarding the positions, candidates may contact [email protected]
The official notification is here.
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