Call for Applications | Senior Research Consultant | CEERA
November 27, 2023
NLSIU, invites applications for a Senior Research Consultant under the ‘Preparation of Manual for Prosecution of Offences under Forest Conservation Act (FCA) 1980’ project. It is a contractual assignment (6 months), based out of Bangalore.
The position is under the Centre for Environmental Law, Education, Research and Advocacy (CEERA), National Law School of India University, Bangalore.
The Centre for Environmental Law Education, Research and Advocacy (CEERA) established in 1997 is a research centre that focuses on research and policy advocacy in the field of environmental law. Building an environmental law database, effectively networking among all stakeholders, undertaking training and capacity development exercises, providing consultancy services and building an environmental law community are CEERA’s main objectives. It enjoys the support of the Ministry of Environment Forest and Climate Change, other Ministries, international organisations, and the Bar and the Bench in India.
Role Description
- Collecting and analysing all criminal prosecution cases under FCA
- Drafting the procedure for filing complaints under FCA
- PCR and filing criminal complaints under FCA and identification and documentation of evidence
- Enlisting forest offences and related crimes
This is a full-time role, based at NLSIU campus (Nagarbhavi) in Bangalore. The candidate will report to the Project Coordinator.
Who Should Apply?
- Degree in Law/ LLM with prior knowledge of criminal law litigation and research, especially in environmental law. Preference will be given to candidates who hold a additional degree/diploma in criminal law.
- Excellent research and writing skills (preference will be given to candidates with prior publications).
- At least five years of experience as a Researcher including designing and conceptualising research projects.
- In addition, the candidate must have:
- Ability to work in a team, contributing to both team and individual goals
- Ability to meticulously use different legal research databases, especially case and litigation papers.
- Good communication, organising and time management skills.
How to apply?
To apply fill out the Google Form here with:
- An Updated CV
- A short statement of purpose (not more than 500 words)
- One Writing sample of not more than 2000 words
Deadline
The last date for submission of applications is 6th December 2023.