Research Associate

Who are we looking for?

Are you a young lawyer who wants to work with judges, lawyers, researchers, technologists, and government actors on judicial reforms and access to justice?

Do you want to work at the intersection of data, justice, and policy?
Are you someone who cares about making justice more accessible, accountable, and efficient?

If so, we want to hear from you!

DAKSH is a Bengaluru-based civil society organisation doing transformational work to address deep structural challenges in India’s governance and the justice system. Our research, data tools, and policy insights help uncover systemic challenges and shape real-world improvements in how justice is delivered across the country.

We’re now looking for a Research Associate who is driven by curiosity, rigorous analysis, and a desire to contribute meaningfully to public-interest research. If you want your work to influence policy, empower citizens, and strengthen democratic institutions, this role is an exciting opportunity to do just that.

Basic Information

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Role Title	Research Associate
Location	Bengaluru
Reporting to	Research Manager
Nature	Full time

Purpose of the job

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Broad objective	To carry out research and advocacy on public institutions in line with DAKSH’s vision

Operating Network

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Key Internal	DAKSH employees, Research Manager, Programme Director in Bangalore
Key External	Collaborators, media, academia, lawyers, judges, government officials, policy makers

Dimensions

Responsibility area	Time spent	Key responsibilities
Institutional engagement with courts,tribunals and governments	50%	Conduct interviews, field visits and stakeholder consultations. Project coordination, including managing external stakeholders and proactively tracking tasks and project deliverables. Cultivate relationships and build networks with judges, lawyers, government officials, researchers and technology experts.
Other DAKSH work	50%	Research and writing on access to justice, the workings of the justice system, technology, data, and the impact of procedural and substantive law on court administration. Engaging in public discourse by publishing articles, blog posts, and op-eds.

Education and Experience Guidelines

Responsibility area
Education Qualifications	An undergraduate degree in law is a must.
Core experience	At least two years of demonstrable work experience. Minimum one year of litigation experience and good knowledge of the court system.
Competencies	Strong project management skills, with the ability to effectively coordinate tasks, manage timelines, and ensure project timelines are met Strong research and writing skills Good interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively Capability to thrive in dynamic work environments and to adeptly navigate fieldwork requirements with ease Deep passion to make an impact in the field of judicial reforms
Preferable Competencies	Knowledge of Kannada

How to apply

Interested candidates may apply through the form:

CV or resume containing educational qualifications and work experience

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