Research Associate for ICSSR Project at NLSIU, Bangalore [Stipend Rs 47K]: Apply by May 28

About National Law School of India University

NLSIU, Bangalore is India’s premier University for legal education established under the Karnataka Act 22 of 1986. NLSIU has been ranked as the top law institute in the country for several years, and has been consistently named the best law school in the NIRF University Rankings.

About the Project

The project aims to examine the dynamics of formal and informal constitutionalism in India, with a particular focus on the formation, functioning, and adjudication of constitutional conventions. It argues that the prolix nature of the Constitution of India does not negate the institutionalisation of informal constitutional practices. Moving beyond traditional common-law frameworks and the Jennings test, the study adopts a post-colonial perspective to analyse how constitutional conventions evolve, operate, and influence governance. It further explores their role in addressing constitutional silences, shaping institutional interactions, and contributing to constitutional culture.

About the Job

National Law School of India University (NLSIU) is inviting applications for a Research Associate position under a research project funded by the Indian Council for Social Science Research (ICSSR), Ministry of Education, Government of India.

The selected candidate will work on the project titled “Dynamics of Formal and Informal Constitutionalism: Mapping the Formation, Functioning, and Adjudication of Constitutional Conventions in India.”

The position is based out of the NLSIU campus in Bengaluru.

Eligibility

(a) Educational Qualifications

Essential

• Postgraduate degree in law, social science or allied discipline with a minimum of 55% marks
• Any one of the qualifications: NET/M.Phil./ Ph.D.

Desired

• Familiarity with MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel
• Demonstrable ability to conduct literature reviews and curate relevant cases

(b) Work Experience

Essential

• Minimum of Two (2) years’ experience as a researcher, including supporting the design, execution, and documentation of research projects.

Desired

• Experience in contributing to research output such as policy briefs, training materials, and long form and short-form publications
• Strong writing, analytical, and communication skills in English

Key Attributes

Ability to work independently and collaboratively, manage time effectively, and maintain attention to detail.

Location

Bengaluru

Compensation

The remuneration for the Research Associate will be fixed at Rs. 47,000 per month, as per the ICSSR guidelines.

Last Date to Apply

The last date to apply is May 28, 2026.

Application Procedure

Interested candidates can know more about the role and apply online here:

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