CALL FOR APPLICATIONS
RESEARCH ASSOCIATE (LAW AND TECHNOLOGY)
About the Opportunity
National Law University Delhi (NLUD) invites applications for the position of Full-time Research Associate on a contractual basis for a project on Artificial Intelligence and the Rule of Law. The project is funded under the Research Endeavour Grant (N-REG) 2025-26 of National Law University Delhi and focuses on evaluating the jurisprudence, socioeconomic and statistical implications within Law and technology. The appointment is initially for a six-month period, with the possibility of extension based on performance and project requirements.
Responsibilities
The candidate will be expected to assist in the research work in the interdisciplinary area of Law and technology and will work and report to the Project Director. The candidate will ensure responsible research conduct in data collection, storage and processing of data in alignment with the project requirements and guidelines.
Eligibility
- MA/MSc/MPhil in Economics/ statistics/ Public policy / Data sciences and AI studies from a recognized Indian or Foreign University with a good academic record.
Or - Ph.D. (including those in the final phase of submission) in Economics/ statistics/ public policy /AI or data sciences
- Ability to do empirical analysis, policy review, and drafting of research outputs that inform law and technology debates.
- Proficiency in English both written and verbal.
- Skilled in MS Office applications.
Desirable
- Background in law, public policy, or regulatory studies is an advantage.
- Prior experience on law‑and‑tech topics (privacy, competition, platform markets, fintech) or familiarity with legal research methods.
- Experience producing policy briefs or working with non‑academic stakeholders.
- Knowledge of data visualization tools and reproducible workflows
Remuneration: Rs. 37,000/- p.m. consolidated. The salary will be funded out of the grants received from the N-REG project directly by National Law University Delhi.
Position: One
Nature of Appointment: Contractual
How to Apply?
Interested applicants should complete the form and submit it with the following documents:
(a) Résumé/CV (it must include educational qualification, specialization, post qualification experience, publications)
(b) Copy of undergraduate degree and post graduate degree combined as one pdf file.
(c) Motivation letter (maximum 800 words) outlining how you fulfil the essential/desirable qualifications and also possess the skills required for this position.
(d) Any other document relevant to this application not already submitted above.
Please ensure that the submitted application includes the completed form as well as all the attachments. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
For any query contact Project Director: Dr. Neethu Rajam, Associate Professor of Law, National Law University Delhi at [email protected]
Application Deadline: 5:00 p.m. on 8th May 2026.
Important Instructions:
1) The application must be submitted only through the online form specified in this advertisement. Physical/ email applications will not be considered.
2) Candidates will be shortlisted based on an assessment of their application, materials submitted through the online form. Only shortlisted candidates will be interviewed. Interviews will be held online.
3) Only those candidates selected for the interview will be contacted. If you do not hear from the University within 2 weeks after the deadline, please assume that your application has not been considered.
4) The eligibility criteria listed above does not guarantee an interview or final offer.
5) NLU Delhi reserves the right not to fill the positions advertised here.
6) NLU Delhi is an equal opportunity employer.
