About the Centre
Centre for Labour Law Research and Advocacy (CLLRA), housed at National Law University Delhi, is dedicated to advancing the constitutional vision of "decent work for all." Through a multidisciplinary approach, the Centre engages with the social, economic, and cultural dimensions of labour rights to foster meaningful policy dialogue, academic research, and grassroots advocacy.
About the Research Project
This research initiative focuses on examining the working conditions of platform-based beauty service providers in Delhi. It explores the nature of employment contracts between these workers and digital platforms, aiming to evaluate the need for standardized agreements and examine the negotiation power available to workers during and after onboarding. This is an empirical study grounded in real-world data and field interaction.
About the Opportunity
CLLRA invites applications for two positions under the project titled:
“Addressing Vulnerabilities of Platform Beauty Workers at Doorstep: Reinventing Labour Law Framework”
- 1 Full-Time Research Associate
- 1 Part-Time Field Investigator
Key Responsibilities
For Research Associate
- Drafting content for project submissions and documentation
- Organising and overseeing both doctrinal and field-based research
- Supporting smooth project execution within defined timelines
For Field Investigator
- Conducting on-ground fieldwork and interviews
- Transcribing data from field observations and interactions
Eligibility Criteria
Research Associate
- Postgraduate degree in Law or Social Sciences
- Minimum of two peer-reviewed journal publications
- Prior experience with empirical or field-based research is preferred
Field Investigator
- Graduate degree with at least 3 years of experience in field-based research projects
Compensation
- Research Associate: ₹35,000/month (Consolidated)
- Field Investigator: ₹20,000 (One-time for project duration)
Funding is provided under the N-REG Project sponsored by NLU Delhi.
Duration
- Research Associate: 6 Months
- Field Investigator: 1 Month
Application Process
Interested candidates should submit the following:
- Updated resume
- A brief statement of purpose explaining interest in the project and relevant experience
Applications can be sent via email to: cllra@nludelhi.ac.in
Alternatively, hard copies may be posted to: Director, Centre for Labour Law Research and Advocacy Room No‑413, Academic Block, National Law University, Delhi Sector‑14, Dwarka, New Delhi – 110078
Deadline
All applications must be received by midnight on 5th July, 2025.
