National Law University, Jodhpur Invites Applications for Research Associate under Hindu Succession Act Research Project
National Law University (NLU), Jodhpur has invited applications for the post of Research Associate for a research project titled “Socio-Cultural Impact Assessment of the Hindu Succession (Amendment) Act, 2005: A Study of Jodhpur District.” The selected candidate will contribute to qualitative research, report writing, publication work, and stakeholder coordination as part of the University's Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences.
The position offers a lump sum remuneration of ₹80,000 for a two-month research assignment.
About National Law University, Jodhpur
National Law University, Jodhpur is one of India's premier institutions for legal education and research. The University is recognised for its interdisciplinary academic programmes and research initiatives that contribute to legal scholarship and public policy. The present project, undertaken by the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, seeks to examine the socio-cultural impact of the Hindu Succession (Amendment) Act, 2005 in Jodhpur District.
About the Position
NLU Jodhpur is inviting applications for the position of Research Associate to assist in the implementation of the above-mentioned research project.
The selected candidate will work closely with the research team on data analysis, report preparation, publication-related work, and coordination with stakeholders.
Position
Research Associate
Number of Positions
One (01)
Eligibility
Applicants must possess any one of the following qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Law, Sociology, or Social Work, or
- M.A. in Sociology or Social Work, or
- LL.M. with specialization in Family Law, Property Law, or Socio-Legal Studies.
Additionally, candidates should have:
- Strong research skills, particularly in qualitative data analysis.
- Knowledge of NVivo (preferred).
- Excellent academic writing skills.
- Prior research publications (preferred).
- Reading knowledge of Hindi.
Roles and Responsibilities
The selected Research Associate will:
- Conduct thematic qualitative data analysis.
- Assist in report writing and publication-related work.
- Coordinate with stakeholders associated with the High Court.
- Support the research team in successfully executing the project.
Remuneration
₹80,000 (Lump Sum)
Duration
Two Months (Tentatively September–October 2026)
Interview Details
- Interview Month: August 2026 (Tentative)
- Mode: Online
Last Date to Apply
15 July 2026
How to Apply
Interested candidates must submit a single PDF containing:
- Cover Letter
- Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Academic Transcripts
- Writing Sample
Applications should be emailed to:
CC: abhandari@nlujodhpur.ac.in
Subject Line:
Application: (Research Associate) – HSA 2005 Project
Eligible candidates interested in socio-legal research, family law, and empirical legal studies are encouraged to apply before the deadline.
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