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NLSIU invites applications from passionate and driven candidates with an inclination for field-based research and strong interpersonal skills for one Research Assistant position for a new project on ‘Planetary Health and Relational Well-being’. This is a full-time position for 18 months. The position will be based in Kerala and Bengaluru with a substantial fieldwork component all over Kerala.

About the Project

This interdisciplinary project integrates environmental history and political sociology to push the frontiers of knowledge on planetary health, which is a conceptualisation of wellbeing that highlights the interconnections between human health and environmental change. The project combines a range of historical, ethnographic and quantitative research methods to investigate how ecological, health and livelihood dimensions interlink. It focuses on the experiences of resilience and resistance of Adivasi communities in Kerala. The project involves documenting local histories of environmental change, collective action and resilience; generating new evidence on well-being trajectories through a wellbeing survey and life history interviews; and catalysing new collaborations between stakeholders on the ground to take action on the knowledge produced.

Responsibilities

The Research Assistant will have the following responsibilities:

• Work with the project lead to develop conceptual frameworks.
• Carry out archival research to map the environmental history of specific regions of the field.
• Prepare and implement a well-being survey and training field surveyors.
• Collect data using a range of ethnographic methods, including participant observation, life history interviews, oral history mapping, etc.
• Report progress of field activities and troubleshoot challenges with the project lead on a regular basis.
• Translate transcripts from Malayalam to English and write research reports and briefs.
• Organize stakeholder workshops, consultations and public exhibitions along with the project lead.

Qualifications and Skills

Essential

• A bachelor’s and master’s degrees in any of anthropology, sociology, political science, history, development studies, social work or related fields.
• At least a year of work experience with grassroots organisations or research experience in the subject areas relevant to the project.
• Training and familiarity in research methods and fieldwork: demonstrable experience in qualitative methods such as interviews, archival research and focus group discussions.
• Proficiency in spoken and written Malayalam.
• Knowledge of a language/dialect spoken by an Adivasi community of Kerala.
• Strong interpersonal skills necessary to carry out fieldwork

Desirable

• Familiarity with the historical archives of Kerala.
• Ability to translate from Malayalam to English.

How to apply

Please use the Google form available here, and include the following documents:

• An updated CV
• A short statement outlining your research interests, interest in working with us and why you would be a good fit for the role (not more than 500 words).
• 1 writing sample (this can be an unpublished master’s level essay or dissertation)

The Research Assistant will be paid a competitive salary as per NLSIU norms. All fieldwork expenses will be covered additionally. Candidates from marginalised communities, who have faced social and economic disadvantages, are encouraged to apply.

Deadline

The last date for submission of applications is July 26 (Friday), 2024, 5:00 PM.

NLSIU invites applications for the position of Research Assistant (2 positions) with the DPIIT IPR Chair. These are full-time contractual positions for 8 months, based out of NLSIU campus in Bangalore.

About the position

The DPIIT-IPR Chair at NLSIU, constituted under the Scheme for Pedagogy & Research in IPRs for Holistic Education and Academia [SPRIHA] of DPIIT, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India, has been actively undertaking research and advocacy in the area of intellectual property rights. The Research Assistants will be working on diverse kinds of research and dissemination activities of the Chair. The work may include –

• Conducting  literature reviews
• Preparation of case studies
• Conducting interviews and/ or surveys
• Preparation of the research outputs, including academic publications
• Organising workshops

Qualifications

Essential

• Post-graduate degree in law
• Demonstrable academic/ research interest in the area of intellectual property
• Excellent writing and communication skills

Desirable

• Academic/ research/ industry experience in the field of IP
• Interest in empirical investigations
• Fieldwork experience
• Quantitative data analysis skills

Salary

The salary shall be commensurate with experience and as per SPRIHA guidelines of DPIIT.

How to apply

Please use the Google form available here, and include the following documents:

• An updated CV
• A short statement of purpose (not more than 800 words)
• Writing sample (published/ unpublished)
• Details of two referees with contact details

Deadline

The last date for submission of applications is July 25 (Thursday), 2024, 5:00 PM. 

 

The National Law School of India University (NLSIU), invites applications for a full-time role in the University’s Finance and Accounts Office for a period of one year.

About the Department

The Finance and Accounts team at National Law School of India University manages all aspects of Accounts and Finance.  The department is responsible for daily record keeping and maintaining an accurate history of the University’s financial records.

The Team plays a central role in coordinating with  other functional areas of the University to capture, facilitate, record transactions, create authentic reports, ensure tax and statutory compliances and continuously strengthen internal control processes and systems encompassing all the financial transactions of the University.

The focus of the department is to build an efficient accounting framework that assists the Management in analysis of past and existing trends, effective, informed decision making and optimal utilization of resources to achieve the financial goals of the University.

About the Role

We are looking for a bright and dedicated team member who is willing to learn and collaborate with the team on all aspects of the University accounts. This is a full-time role based out of the NLSIU campus in Bengaluru.

The role includes but is not limited to:

1. Coordinating with various functions across the University and collecting data required for accounting records.
2. Accounting the day-to-day transactions related to collections, receivables, procurement, payables and expenses accurately.
3. Facilitating preparation of green sheets and notes for approval from various authorities.
4. Liaising with bankers for collection of statements, request for services. Reconciliation of University bank accounts on a weekly basis.
5. Regularly updating the Vendor and service provider ledgers. Sending payment advice and responding to queries.
6. Liaising with Statutory, internal and project auditors for various audits. Preparing timely reports as required.
7. Maintaining memorandum accounts for donations, scholarships, workshops, student events and projects.
8. Periodical reconciliation of TDS, GST and other statutory compliances.
9. Updating entries in Fees collection Software and monthly reconciliation of fees dues.
10. Preparing reports and statements as required from time to time.
11. Working cohesively with internal and external teams to develop and deliver a reliable and timely accounting framework.

Who Should Apply?

Qualifications

Essential – Bachelor’s degree in commerce/ business administration with minimum of 55% aggregate marks.

Desirable – Master’s degree /CA-Intermediate

Experience

Desirable – 2-5 years of experience in accounting process-oriented roles including preparation of reports and reconciliations.

Skills and competencies

Essential

• Excellent accounting skills.
• Strong execution rigor and operational skills.
• Strong presentation and time management skills.

Desirable

• Prior experience in the GL/AP/AR activities.
• Proficient with Tally or other Accounting ERP.
• Knowledge of Zoho Books

Competencies

• Ability to maintain accurate and up-to-date records of accounting transactions and statutory reconciliations meticulously.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Presentation.
• An appreciation for processes and workflows. Must be able to multitask and work well under pressure.
• Must be able to work effectively and constructively as part of a team.

How to Apply?

Please use the Google form available here, and include the following documents:

• An updated CV
• A statement of purpose (100 – 200 words)
• Details of two professional references

For any queries, please write to

Deadline

The last date for submission of applications is 5:00 pm, July 26th (Friday), 2024.

The National Law School Of India University (NLSIU), invites applications for two full-time roles in the University’s Communications Office for a period of one year (extendable). These positions will be based in the NLSIU campus in Bengaluru.

About the Department

The Communications Office at the National Law School of India University, manages all aspects of internal as well as external communications. The Communications Office – a) works towards the development and implementation of communication campaigns, including outreach, on-campus and off-campus events and social media; b) coordinates with members of the local media and press, as well as (where applicable) other external stakeholders/organizations; c) coordinates and implements communication activities to ensure all academic/research/co-curricular activities are represented in an accurate, relevant and timely manner; d) works towards content creation for various channels of communication.

About the Role

This role will enable the candidate(s) to hone their skills in writing and designing for different media, creating content, organizing and executing communications plans/campaigns, while working with different teams and departments.

This role requires working closely with other colleagues of the Communications Office/team to –

• Assist with content creation and implementation of communications plans – this will include writing about campus updates/stories, interviewing visitors and dignitaries, designing social media creatives and responding to online queries, etc.
• Assist with updating data or information on the NLSIU website and social media handles.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for coordinating with relevant departments and stakeholders for all on-campus as well as off-campus events/lectures/seminars, among others. This includes (but is not limited to) sourcing photographs/videos and drafting content for the website.
• Responsible for developing regular media monitoring as well as social media analytics reports.
• Supporting all aspects of communication including research and content creation, as well as production and management, presentation and promotion.
• Monitoring the University’s social media and online presence, and respond to queries (where applicable and after consulting with the Communications team) in a timely manner.
• Assisting with the development of communications plans for specific projects, including outreach, events, and social media. Provide support in the design and implementation of social media campaigns.
• Supporting in the development of audiovisual materials (producing and editing videos for various purposes).
• Design event/program fliers, graphics and other outreach material, as needed.
• Any other related tasks to support the Communications Office.

Who Should Apply?

Qualifications

Essential:

• Candidates with an undergraduate/postgraduate degree in Literature,  Journalism, Communications, Marketing, or a related field with a minimum of 55% aggregate marks.
• Candidates with a working knowledge of website publishing platforms (Content Management Systems) like WordPress.
• Candidates with a firm grasp of social media tools and platforms such as LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube.

Desirable:

• Candidates who are familiar with graphic design and video editing tools will be preferred.

Experience

Essential: Candidates with 0 to 2 years of work experience.

Desirable: Previous internship or related experience in marketing and public relations/communications/newsroom roles, is a plus.

Skills and competencies

Essential:

• Candidates must have the ability to write and communicate, clearly and concisely.
• Good computer skills especially in the use of publishing tools, proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Teams) and Google Workspace (e.g., Sheets, Docs, Drive).
• Candidates with an ability to work within tight deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Candidates with an ability to think and work logically and work precisely with attention to detail.

Desirable:

• Excellent planning and prioritization skills.
• Background in Adobe Creative Cloud will be advantageous but not essential.
• Creative individual with basic multimedia design skills for posters, videos, and social media.

How to Apply?

Please use the Google form available here, and include the following documents:

• An updated CV
• A statement of purpose (500 – 800 words).
• 1 sole authored writing sample – published/unpublished.
• Details of two professional references.

Note – The recruitment process will include a written assessment.

For any queries, please write to

Deadline

The last date for submission of applications is 5:00 pm, July 5th (Friday), 2024.