• 2 Apr 2026
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Research Fellow, Climate & Ecosystems

About Vidhi

The Vidhi Centre for Legal Policy (“Vidhi”) is an independent think tank doing legal research to make better laws and improve governance for the public good. Vidhi is committed to producing legal research of the highest standard with the aim of informing public debate and contributing to improved governance. Vidhi works with Ministries of the Government of India and State Governments, as well as other public institutions, providing research and drafting support at various stages of law-making. Vidhi also conducts and freely disseminates independent research in areas of legal reform which it believes is critical to India’s future.

Vidhi is an equal opportunity employer and neither practices nor tolerates any kind of discriminatory behaviour.

About the Climate and Ecosystems Team

The Climate & Ecosystems team at Vidhi primarily works towards strengthening nature conservation through law. It is working to enable an ecosystem for legal and policy reforms in the conservation sector. The team undertakes original research and works in close association with various government and non-government stakeholders.

Role Description

This is a full-time position based in Vidhi’s New Delhi offices. The key responsibilities include:

  • Conduct analytical research on parliamentary proceedings and track latest notifications and amendments to environmental laws.
  • Assist the team in legal and policy research on natural ecosystems and biodiversity conservation.
  • Draft and produce high quality research reports, policy briefs and content for newsletters.
  • Organise and assist in coordination of meetings and consultations with stakeholders and partners.
  • Assist with fundraising efforts, including background research, proposal development, and donor reporting.
  • Support dissemination of research through events, stakeholder engagement, and other related activities.
  • Contribute to other research, administrative, and team priorities as required.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Undergraduate degree in law or a relevant field with 0–2 years of demonstrable interest in environmental policy.
  • Proficiency in data analysis applications like MS Excel and other statistical tools.
  • Good knowledge of parliamentary procedures.
  • Strong research, analytical, and writing skills.

Desirable Experience

  • Experience working with legislators, or research experience on parliamentary proceedings.
  • Publications in journals or media outlets on relevant subjects.

Location and Remuneration

  • This is a full-time position based out of New Delhi.
  • Remuneration will be competitive, in line with experience and existing structure at Vidhi.

Application Process

Interested candidates should apply through our online portal by filling in the required details in the application form and uploading the following documents:

  • Latest Curriculum Vitae (CV) (not exceeding two A4 pages)
  • Statement of motivation (in a maximum of 500 words) explaining why the candidate is interested in this position
  • A recent writing sample, preferably published.
  • Details of two references including names, contact details and nature of professional relationship

Please ensure that the file is titled “FirstName LastName_Application for Research Fellow” and is uploaded as a single PDF file under the field of ‘Additional Documents’.

The deadline to submit applications is 26 April 2026. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Only applications submitted through the online portal will be reviewed. Please do not email resumes and cover letters; only queries may be sent via email to careers@vidhilegalpolicy.in with the subject line “Query – Research Fellow, Climate & Ecosystems”.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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