Research Assistants at DPIIT IPR Chair, NLS Bengaluru: Apply by July 25

About the Organization

The National Law School of India University (NLSIU), often referred to simply as the National Law School (NLS), is a distinguished public law school located in Bangalore, Karnataka, India. Renowned as one of the foremost institutions for legal education in the country, NLSIU holds a prestigious reputation.

Founded by the NLSIU Act of 1986, which was passed by the Karnataka Legislative Assembly, the university offers a rigorous five-year integrated Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Laws (BA/LLB) program, as well as a postgraduate LLB program. Both of these programs prepare graduates for admission to the bar, equipping them with the necessary qualifications to practice law.

About the Job

The National Law School of India University (NLSIU) is inviting applications for two Research Assistant positions with the DPIIT IPR Chair. These are full-time, contractual roles for a duration of eight months, based on the NLSIU campus in Bangalore.The DPIIT-IPR Chair at NLSIU, established under the Scheme for Pedagogy & Research in IPRs for Holistic Education and Academia (SPRIHA) by the DPIIT, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India, is dedicated to research and advocacy in the field of intellectual property rights. As a Research Assistant, you will engage in various research and dissemination activities of the Chair.

Eligibility

A postgraduate degree in law.

A demonstrable academic or research interest in intellectual property.

Excellent writing and communication skills.

Desirable

Experience in academia, research, or industry in the field of intellectual property.
An interest in empirical research.
Fieldwork experience.
Skills in quantitative data analysis.

Responsibilities