Research Associate at UNFPA, NLU Delhi [Stipend Rs 45K, 2 Seats]: Apply by Nov 10

National Law University Delhi invites applications for the position of Research Associate, with the application deadline set for 10th November 2026.
About National Law University Delhi (NLUD)
National Law University, Delhi (NLUD) is a law school in India, situated in Sector-14, Dwarka, Delhi. It offers courses at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. As one of the national law schools in India, NLU Delhi (NLUD) is built on the five-year law degree model which is proposed and implemented by the Bar Council of India.

About the Job
National Law University Delhi has announced a call for applications for the position of Research Associate.
The Cambridge–NLU Delhi Centre for Research in Global Policing (CRGP), National Law University Delhi, invites applications for two (2) Research Associates for a project supported by the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) that adapts the Cambridge Crime Harm Index to India. The index will measure the severity of crimes against women and children, going beyond crime counts, and will be piloted in districts of Madhya Pradesh
and validated with police, child protection and civil society stakeholders.
Eligibility
Essential
- A Bachelor’s degree in Law (BA LLB or LLB).
- Knowledge of criminal law and research experience in criminal law, policing, criminology or related subjects.
- Strong research, analytical and writing skills.
- Proficiency in English and Hindi.
Desirable

- A Master’s degree in Law, Criminology, Sociology, Public Policy or a related social science.
- Experience working with data, such as quantitative analysis, GIS or text-mining/NLP methods and familiarity with NCRB, NFHS or CCTNS data.
- Experience with Fieldwork
- Publications or other research outputs.
Number of Vacancies
The recruitment announcement mentions two positions.
Duration
Nine (9) months, extendable subject to university approval and the duration of the project
Remuneration
₹45,000 per month
Last Date to Apply
10th November 2026.
Application Procedure
Submit applications through the online form. Applications sent by email or in hard copy will not be considered.
Applicants should submit:
- A Statement of Purpose (maximum 750 words) explaining their interest in the project
and relevant experience. - A résumé/CV listing any publications.
- A sole-authored writing sample.
- A copy of the undergraduate degree
Click Here To Apply.
The official notification is here.



