Careers

CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: POSITION FOR RESEARCH ASSISTANT

Thank you for your interest in the Institute of Chinese Studies, New Delhi!

Duration: One year (probation for 3 months), extendable; full-time/regular.

Qualification & Eligibility Criteria:

• M.A/M.Phil. in any Social Science Discipline with an interest in China or East Asia.

• Excellent research, writing, editing and communication skills.

• Good working knowledge of Canva, MS Office, Zoom and other technical skills.

• Willing to take up administrative responsibilities, with ability to multi-task while meeting deadlines.

• Language proficiency is desirable and would be considered as an additional asset.

Key Responsibilities:

• Researching and writing on topics related to China or East Asia.

• Assisting research faculty on various projects.

• Organizing events, writing newsletters and mails, handling website.

Consolidated Remuneration: 

Consolidated remuneration of Rs 30,000/- will be paid per month. Preference will be given to candidates having some prior experience. The decision of the Selection Committee will be final.

Application Requirements: 

• Cover letter explaining your interest in the position

• Résumé

• A brief proposal (2000 words) on a topic of your interest (must include China or East Asia)

• Two writing samples (published or drafts)

• Two letters of recommendation

To apply, you may send in your documents (in a single .pdf file) via e-mail to the Honorary Director, ICS at careers@icsin.org, with a copy to icsdelhi.in@gmail.com with the subject line: Application for the Position of Research Assistant.

Please submit your application by 15 January 2023.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.