Recrutement 4 Research Associates – New Delhi & Hyderabad

Contexte

The Nehru Centre, New Delhi, is recruiting four Research Associates to support its expansion in India, with positions available in New Delhi and Hyderabad. The organisation is seeking curious, analytical and politically aware researchers to work on democracy, economic and public policy, governance and contemporary politics. The recruitment is being conducted on a rolling basis, meaning interested candidates can apply as opportunities remain available. Four Research Associate Positions Available. The Nehru Centre is expanding after two years of operations and is establishing a new centre in Hyderabad while strengthening its existing New Delhi centre. The organisation is recruiting 2 Research Associates in Hyderabad and 2 Research Associates in New Delhi. Research Associates will be expected to undertake detailed research and transform complex information into accessible and engaging material for public communication and awareness.

Missions et responsabilités

Successful candidates will contribute to research and public-facing communication across a range of political, economic and social topics. Responsibilities include:

• Conducting rigorous qualitative research across historical, economic, political and social issues.
• Reading, analysing, interpreting and synthesising complex data, reports, policy documents and research papers.
• Translating research findings into clear, engaging and accurate content for social media and public outreach.
• Producing fact-based responses to misinformation and misleading narratives using credible evidence.
• Fact-checking information and verifying sources.
• Preparing comprehensive research briefs, background notes and talking points.
• Identifying relevant data points, trends and insights for diverse audiences.
• Monitoring contemporary political developments and providing timely research inputs.

The roles therefore combine research, analysis, writing, fact-checking and public communication, making them relevant to candidates interested in policy research and public affairs. Research and Public Communication Focus: The Research Associate positions appear designed for candidates who can work across both research and communication functions. In addition to conducting research and analysing academic and policy materials, associates will be expected to turn their findings into content that can be understood by wider audiences. This includes producing social-media content, research briefs, background notes and talking points, as well as identifying evidence that can help audiences understand contemporary developments. The ability to distinguish credible evidence from misleading information is also an important part of the role.

Profil recherché

Applicants are expected to have a Master’s degree in one of the following fields:

• History
• Political Science
• Economics
• Public Policy
• Sociology
• A related discipline

The Nehru Centre is also seeking candidates with strong research, analytical and critical-thinking abilities. Other important requirements include:

• Strong writing and communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Commitment to factual accuracy.
• Ability to analyse and communicate complex information clearly.
• For the Hyderabad positions, knowledge of Telugu is an advantage but is not mandatory.

Conditions et avantages

The four positions are distributed between the organisation’s two locations: Hyderabad (Two Research Associates will join the new centre being established in the city) and New Delhi (Two Research Associates will strengthen The Nehru Centre’s main centre). The organisation has stated that applications will be accepted on a rolling basis, so prospective applicants are encouraged to submit their applications rather than waiting for a fixed closing date. An Opportunity for Policy and Research Professionals: The Nehru Centre Research Associate vacancies provide an opportunity for postgraduate researchers interested in democracy, governance, economic policy, public policy and contemporary political developments to apply their research and communication skills in a professional setting. Candidates with strong analytical abilities and an interest in translating research into accessible public-facing content can review the requirements and submit their applications while recruitment remains open.

Dossier de candidature

• CV
• Cover letter

Comment postuler

Interested candidates should submit their CV and cover letter by email. Applicants should use “Application for RA” as the email subject line. Candidates should ensure that their CV clearly demonstrates their research, analytical, writing and communication experience and that their cover letter explains their suitability for the Research Associate position. Application deadline: Rolling basis.