Job Opportunity: Research Assistant – Chair on Consumer Law and Practice (CLAP) | National Law School of India University (NLSIU)

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Organization:
The National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bengaluru, is inviting applications for the position of Research Assistant under the Chair on Consumer Law and Practice (CLAP). Established with the support of the Department of Consumer Affairs, Government of India, CLAP serves as a national centre for research, teaching, policy engagement, and capacity building in consumer law and consumer protection.

Location / Mode:

  • Bengaluru

Position:

  • Research Assistant – Chair on Consumer Law and Practice (CLAP)

Practice Area:

  • Consumer Law
  • Public Policy
  • Technology Law
  • Competition Law
  • Regulatory Governance
  • Legal Research

Duration:

  • Initial appointment for 1 year, extendable based on performance and project requirements

Eligibility:
Essential:

  • LL.B. degree from a recognised university
  • Demonstrated interest in Consumer Law, Public Policy, Technology Law, Competition Law, Regulatory Governance, or related fields
  • Excellent legal research, analytical, and writing skills
  • Familiarity with legal databases such as SCC Online, Manupatra, HeinOnline, Westlaw, LexisNexis, or equivalent
  • Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
  • Strong organisational and communication skills

Desirable:

  • LL.M. degree or enrolment in an LL.M. programme
  • Prior experience as a Research Assistant, Law Clerk, Academic Researcher, Journal Editor, or Policy Researcher
  • Experience in empirical research methodologies, data analysis, or policy research
  • Publications in journals, blogs, newspapers, or edited volumes
  • Experience organising academic events, workshops, or conferences
  • Familiarity with citation standards, academic publishing, and manuscript editing

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct doctrinal, empirical, comparative, and interdisciplinary legal research
  • Prepare research reports, policy briefs, consultation responses, working papers, training manuals, and academic publications
  • Track legislative, regulatory, and judicial developments relating to consumer protection, competition, technology regulation, and digital markets
  • Assist with literature reviews, data collection, analysis, citation verification, and reference management
  • Support research projects commissioned by government and regulatory bodies
  • Assist in editorial management of the International Journal on Consumer Law and Practice (IJCLP) and other Chair publications
  • Prepare case summaries, legislative updates, newsletters, blogs, and website content
  • Maintain legal research databases and documentation
  • Assist in organising training programmes, workshops, conferences, consultations, and public engagement initiatives
  • Coordinate with external experts, institutions, regulators, and partner organisations
  • Support project management, reporting, website updates, and social media dissemination

Skills Required:

  • Legal Research
  • Legal Writing
  • Policy Research
  • Consumer Law
  • Public Policy
  • Technology Law
  • Competition Law
  • Regulatory Governance
  • Data Analysis
  • Academic Writing & Editing
  • Citation & Reference Management
  • Communication & Organisational Skills

Salary:

  • Salary will be commensurate with qualifications, experience, and University norms
  • Fresh graduates with exceptional academic credentials are encouraged to apply

Last Date to Apply:

  • 12 August 2026, 5:00 PM (IST)

How to Apply: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScX7OEBeV025rWJp-OfZ9SMGz2a7p80YKJ-_9cRv5qLQmAJ5g/viewform