Legal Job Opportunity For The Post Of Assistant Professor, & Associate Professor (Law) At National Law University, Meghalaya: Apply Now!

What Is National University Meghalaya (NLU Meg)?

National Law University Meghalaya was established in 2022 which is one of the India’s premium public Law schools, offering courses at undergraduate and postgraduate Level. It was the first National Law University in Meghalaya. The University’s mission is to pioneer legal educational reforms and transform the Indian legal system through Research and policy interventions.

What Are The Details Of The Opportunity?

• Job Post:
  • Assistant Professor
  • Associate Professor 
• Academic Level For Assistant Professor: 12
• Academic Level For Associate Professor: 13A
• Age Limit For Assistant Professor: Not exceeding 38 years
• Age limit For Associate Professor: Not exceeding 42 years
• Number Of Post: 4 (Assistant Professor) & 4 (Associate Professor )
• Classification: Tenure
• Pay Scale: As per the Central University 7th pay commission. Pay Protection will be provided as per the rules
• Qualifications Of Assistant Professor:
  • PhD has been obtained from a Nationally reputed University/Institute. OR The PhD degree has been obtained from a foreign University/Institution with a ranking among top 500 in the World University Ranking (at any time) by any one of the following:
  • Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) 
  • The Times Higher Education (THE) or
  • The Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) of the Shanghai Jiao Tong University (Shanghai).
  • 60% or 7.00 CGPA in 10 scale or equivalent in the preceding degrees.
  • 3 (Three) years of experience post PhD in a reputed University/Institute.
  • 6 (Six) publications in reputed journals preferably SCOPUS or ABD or Wash – Lee or Scimago Index. 
  • Experience of conducting any funded project (preferably as Principal Investigator or Project Director).
• Qualifications Of Associate Professor:
• 60% or 7.00 CGPA in 10 scale or equivalent in the preceding degrees.
  • PhD has been obtained from a Nationally reputed University/Institute. OR The PhD degree has been obtained from a foreign University/Institution with a ranking among top 500 in the World University Ranking (at any time) by any one of the following:
  • Quacquarelli Symonds (QS)
  • The Times Higher Education (THE) or
  • The Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) of the Shanghai Jiao Tong University (Shanghai).
  • 6 (Six) years of experience post PhD in a reputed University/Institute. 
  • 10 (Ten) publications in reputed journals preferably SCOPUS or ABD or Wash – Lee or Scimago Index.
  • Experience of conducting any funded project (preferably as Principal Investigator or Project Director). 
  • Published edited volume or monograph from reputed publisher Nationally/Internationally. 
  • Supervised PhD (preferably two).
• Domain Expertise for Assistant Professor:
  • Law and Legal Affairs:
    • Contracts: A thorough understanding of Contract Law, including the formation, interpretation,  and enforcement of contractual obligations, along with specialisation in contract management and administration, and adapt in a range of specialised contracts.
      • The ideal candidate should have expertise in Public-Private Partnerships, Concession Agreements, Lease Finance, Financial Mortgages, Power Purchase Agreements, and Airport Lease Agreements. Additionally, proficiency in corporate transaction contracts such as Joint Ventures, Strategic Alliances,Offset Agreements, Acquisitions, and Asset Purchase Agreements is essential. A key skill required is the ability to draft various agreements, ensuring legal precision and enforceability.
      • This role demands a comprehensive understanding of the legal frameworks, negotiation strategies, and compliance requirements pertinent to these specialised contracts, coupled with the capability to impart practical skills and knowledge in these areas.
    • Corporate Law and Governance: The candidate must possess a comprehensive understanding of Corporate Law and Governance, specialising in the intricacies of corporate legal frameworks and governance structures. The candidate needs to understand the group companies comprehensively, including their dynamics, management, and their adherence to regulatory mechanisms. This encompasses knowledge of inter-corporate transactions, conflicts of interest, and the legal implications of group dynamics in corporate decision-making. Expertise in the legal aspects of company transmission is essential, covering the transfer of rights and liabilities in scenarios like mergers, acquisitions, and restructuring. The candidate should be adept at navigating the legal complexities involved in these processes, including due diligence, regulatory approvals, and protecting stakeholder interests.
      • A comprehensive understanding of corporate insolvency is also required. This includes familiarity with insolvency laws, bankruptcy proceedings, debt restructuring, and the rights of creditors and shareholders during insolvency.
      • The role demands an ability to address contemporary challenges in corporate insolvency, emphasising both legal frameworks and practical implications. The ideal candidate will contribute to the field through research, teaching, and policy development, addressing modern corporate law and governance challenges
• Domain Of Expertise For Associate Professor:
  • Law and Legal Affairs:
    • Criminal Law Expertise in Criminal Law: including but not limited to the study of criminal justice systems, theories of crime and punishment, and contemporary challenges in criminal jurisprudence, is required. This role demands comprehensive expertise in the study of criminal justice systems, encompassing the procedural and substantive aspects of criminal law. Candidates must possess a deep understanding of various theories of crime and punishment, exploring the philosophical, sociological, and psychological underpinnings of criminal behaviour. A significant aspect of this specialization is proficiency in criminology, examining the causes, consequences, and prevention of criminal behaviour. Additionally, knowledge in victimology and forensic analysis is essential, focusing on the study of victims, the impact of crime on individuals and societies, and the role of victim assistance programs.
      • The candidate should also be versed in Police Science, delving into the methodologies and strategies of law enforcement and the challenges faced in modern policing. An understanding of International Criminal Law, including transnational crimes, international criminal tribunals, and the application of international human rights standards in criminal proceedings, is highly desirable.
      • The ideal candidate will contribute to the field through research, teaching, and policy development, addressing contemporary challenges in criminal jurisprudence and fostering a comprehensive understanding of criminal law among students.
    • Corporate Law and Governance:
      • The candidate must possess a comprehensive understanding of Corporate Law and Governance, specializing in the intricacies of corporate legal frameworks and governance structures. The candidate needs to understand the group companies comprehensively, including their dynamics, management, and adherence to regulatory compliance. This encompasses knowledge of inter-corporate transactions, conflicts of interest, and the legal implications of group dynamics in corporate decision-making. Expertise in the legal aspects of company transmission is essential, covering the transfer of rights and liabilities in scenarios like mergers, acquisitions, and restructuring.
      • The candidate should be adapt at navigating the legal complexities involved in these processes, including due diligence, regulatory approvals, and protecting stakeholder interests. A profound understanding of corporate insolvency is also required. This includes familiarity with insolvency laws, bankruptcy proceedings, debt restructuring, and the rights of creditors and shareholders during insolvency. The role demands an ability to address contemporary challenges in corporate insolvency, emphasizing both legal frameworks and practical implications.
      • The ideal candidate will contribute to the field through research, teaching, and policy development, addressing modern corporate law and governance challenges.
• Selection Process: The Selection Committee has the right to relax any of the above selection criteria regarding applicants who fit into the vision strategy and align with the dynamic and evolving nature of the University. The Selection Committee reserves the right to determine the suitable candidate during any stage of the application and selection process, and the decision of the Selection Committee will be final.
• General Conditions:
  • Applications from Foreign nationals/OCI/NRI/PIO are accepted, contingent upon obtaining the required visa approvals mandated by the Government of India upon selection.
  • The specified essential qualifications/experience serve as the minimum requirement. Possession of these alone does not guarantee shortlisting for the interview.
  • Qualifications listed in the table above must be acquired from recognized Universities/Institutions.
  • Interested candidates must exclusively submit online applications, completing the form and uploading all necessary certificates; applications lacking these documents will not be considered.
  • Original documents must be presented during the application process, when necessitated by the Institution.
  • Government/Public Sector Undertaking employees must furnish a ‘No Objection Certificate’ or other duly authorised proforma from their current employer during the interview or before, if not already submitted.
  • In case of a high volume of applications, NLU Meg reserves the right to limit the number of candidates shortlisted for the interviews.
  • NLU Meg will not entertain any correspondence from candidates regarding interview conduct/results or reasons for non-selection.
  • Any form of canvassing or external influence, political or otherwise, will result in disqualification.
  • NLU Meg retains the right to not fill the advertised post and/or fill vacancies regardless of the applied post.
  • If any information in the application is found to be incorrect/false at any stage, the candidature is subject to cancellation, and any appointment made is liable for termination.
  • Shortlisted candidates will be notified via the University website.
  • Interested individuals should visit the University’s website, complete the Application Form, and upload supporting certificates.
  • End Date; We want to emphasize that this advertisement will remain valid until all position
• Application Form:
  • CLICK HERE  to apply
  • NOTE: This is a rolling advertisement until suitable candidates are selected in all the positions—subsequent advertisements and corrigenda pertaining to the same shall be notified accordingly. The applications will be reviewed periodically, and shortlisted candidates will be invited for presentations and if they qualify for the presentation round, they will be called for interview. Shortlisted applicants for interview are not guaranteed appointment to the advertised position. The shortlisting of suitable candidates called for presentations and/or any stage of the process of application before the constituted Selection Committee(s) is final and not subject to any further queries. Applicants are required to mandatorily fill in the online application as well as fulfill the application criteria therein including, but not limited to, uploading and submission of all relevant documents and proforma required in the process.

For More Information:

CLICK HERE For Notification Of the Assistant Professor Post

CLICK HERE For Notification Of the Associate Professor Post

CLICK HERE To Visit The National Law University, Meghalaya Website