Research Associate
- India International
- 5 - 7 years
- Delhi, NCR
- 5 days ago
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Job Description
Research Associate
1.1. Number of Posts
Two
1.2. Minimum Qualification
Postgraduate in any discipline
1.3. Minimum Experience
Minimum 5 years of experience in research and analysis, teaching and training.
1.4. Salary
Rs. 57,500/- per month (with an annual increment of 10%, subject to satisfactory performance)
1.5. Job Description
The Research Associate will support the Centre and coordinate research activities across various Centres and Schools of IIIDEM in the field of democracy and election management. The role includes conducting studies, managing documentation and digitization of electoral data, and assisting in academic programmes such as fellowships, internships, and scholarly publications.
1.6. Job responsibilities
Key responsibilities of the job include the following
(i) Electoral Research and Study Support Conduct, support, and coordinate research projects on political processes, electoral systems, and democratic institutions in India and other democracies.
(ii) Review and Analysis of Past Studies Revisit and review existing literature and research studies to identify gaps and opportunities for further exploration in the field of electoral management.
(iii) Documentation and Digitization Organize and digitize important election-related data, reports, events, and archives to contribute to the development of a comprehensive digital resource center.
(iv) Academic Programme Facilitation Assist in the design and execution of internship, fellowship, and scholarship programmes related to electoral research and innovation
(v) Content Development for Knowledge Resources Prepare research papers, briefing notes, knowledge products, and background material for training and policy input.
1.7. Skills & Competencies
(i) Strong research and analytical skills in political and electoral studies
(ii) Excellent academic writing and documentation skills
(iii) Skills in qualitative and quantitative research methods
(iv) Skills in data organization, digital archiving, and referencing tools
1.8. Desirables
(i) PhD student (pursuing or completed) particularly in the field of political science, social sciences and related areas,
(ii) Experience in training, teaching, electoral studies, governance and public policy
(iii) Published research in peer-reviewed journals or electoral studies reports
(iv) Experience in managing fellowships or internships in academic/ research institutions
(v) Exposure to international electoral practices or comparative politics
(vi) Experience in think tanks, election commissions, or academic institutions
About the Centre for Research & Innovation in Election Management
The Centre for Research and Innovation in Democracy & Election Management serves as an advanced resource hub for conducting, promoting, and supporting research in electoral democracy and election management. In partnership with various Centres and Schools of IIIDEM, the centre aims to foster evidence-based insights and innovation in democratic practices and election management.
The Centre undertakes critical reviews of existing studies, documents key electoral data and events, and develops a comprehensive digital resource library. It also introduces scholarship, fellowship, and internship programmes to encourage academic engagement in electoral research, contributing to the continual evolution of democratic processes.
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Job Classification
Industry: Education / TrainingFunctional Area / Department: Research & DevelopmentRole Category: Research & Development - OtherRole: Research & Development - OtherEmployement Type: ContractContact Details:
Company: India InternationalLocation(s): Delhi, NCR
Keyskills: Academic Writing Analytical Skills Research Analysis Documentation Skills Political Research Data Analysis
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