Research Officer with Rashtriya Raksha University (PQE: 1-3 Years)

Deadline 29-09-2023

Location Lavad - Dehgam - 382305 Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India

Salary 44000-53000

Details of the Organization

Rashtriya Raksha University, an Institution of National Importance in India, pioneered National Security and Police University of India, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, is established by the Parliament of India, Act No. 31 of 2020.

Details of the Job/Internship

Rashtriya Raksha University inviting applications from qualified candidates for the contractual post of Research Officer.

Role Description

Rashtriya Raksha University has constituted a Centre for International Law with the mandate to contribute towards the developments in National Security, Internal Security, Defense Management, Policing and Laws including international and comparative laws. This job involves assisting the undertaking research in the intersection of international law and security by way of contributing towards the research verticals of the RCIL.

The RCIL performs dedicated research on areas such as Sanctions, Border laws, Arms Control and Disarmament, and Intelligence laws. Besides the academic rigour necessary for the job, the potential candidate must be able to apply their analytical thinking to assess the strategic effects/ impact of the developments in National Security, Internal Security, Defense Management, Policing and Laws including international and comparative laws.

Duration of Contract:

For 364 days, the contract period is extendable up to five years, on an annual basis, depending upon the needs of the school, the performance of the incumbent and the availability of funds.

Role and Responsibilities

Assists in the collection, preparation, analysis, and evaluation of research materials in areas as assigned in the areas of National Security, Internal Security, Defense Management, Policing and Laws including international and comparative laws.
Assists in compiling, analysing, synthesising, and preparing notes on state practice, precedents, and doctrines in a concise simple and understandable form.
Assists in compiling, analysing, and keeping track of judicial decisions and pronouncements of nation-states and international and regional courts and tribunals in the abovementioned areas.
Assists in identifying and conducting literature reviews of highly qualified publicists on security, defence and laws.
Assists in preparations of materials for submission to governments, international organisations, courts, and tribunals.
Assists other researchers with various tasks, including data entry, research, field research, and presentation preparation,
Participate in interdisciplinary research projects and engage with other faculty members to foster a holistic understanding of security and law.
Organize and participate in seminars, workshops, and conferences to promote knowledge sharing and networking in the field.
Update relevant communication platforms and information management tools, such as an internal and external webpage or communities of practice tools.
Any other roles and responsibilities assigned by the department from time to time.

Eligibility

Essentials Qualification & Experience:

Candidates with a Master’s degree(s) in Law.
Candidates with a keen interest in international criminal law, counter-terrorism, and international laws will be preferred.
Previous research experience working on topics related to national security, criminal laws, policing and, international and comparative laws.
Sensitivity and understanding for diverse state practices, precedents and doctrines.
Work experience: Minimum 1-3 years in any research role preferable if has experience working on matters of national security, criminal laws, policing and, international and comparative laws.

Essential skills and abilities:

Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs and an interest in continued knowledge of technology as it evolves.
Ability to work alone and as part of a large research team.
At least 1 year of related research experience preferred.
Comfortable performing experiments alone without close guidance or supervision.
Excellent communication skills in verbal and written formats.
You have a keen eye for detail and organization.
Ability to work a flexible schedule (24x7) performing research or data entry.
Desire to perform accurate and ethical research to achieve results for the study.
Ability to be open to learning new ways of performing research.
Respect for people from diverse national, gender, economic, and racial backgrounds.