Name of the Post: Academic Fellow

No. of Post: 01 (One)

Essential Qualification and Experience

• LL.M. or relevant master's degree in social sciences (Criminology/Psychology) from a recognised Indian or foreign university with minimum 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed), and a good academic record.
• For those applying with a relevant master's degree in social sciences there must be a clear and demonstrable track record of interdisciplinary research involving law.
• Proficiency in criminal laws is necessary.
• Prior research experience including field work and data collection is desirable.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Undertake to promote research in the field of criminal law, keeping in view the fast changes in criminal law both at national and international spheres and publish such papers in a journal which will be published annually;
• Organize seminars and conferences of national and international importance in criminal law;
• Formulate and develop the details of the projects in criminal law, curriculum, teaching and research methodology, training and advocacy work.
• Impart training in criminal trial work.
• Recommend the name of person for award of gold medal for his/her excellent contribution in the field of criminal law, viz. teaching, research, training in criminal advocacy.
• Identify and establish international collaboration and exchange with reputed Universities for promoting research and teaching in Criminal law.
• Research and conduct training in all aspects of Criminal law, including important and current legal challenges facing the country (e.g. cross-border terrorism, victimology etc.)
• Do any other academic/ professional activity that may be deemed fit to expand the scope of research and practice in Criminal law.

How to apply?

• To apply online, click here
• The last date to submit the online application is 03.07.2026

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