Job Openings | Research Associates | Part-Time | KLE Society’s | KLE College of Law | Navi Mumbai | Apply by 25th November 2026

Job Openings | Research Associates | Part-Time | KLE Society’s | KLE College of Law | Navi Mumbai | Apply by 25th November 2026

Part-Time Research Associates at KLE Society’s KLE College of Law, Navi Mumbai [2 Positions; 12 Months; On-site]: Apply by November 25

KLE Society’s KLE College of Law, Navi Mumbai, has invited applications for two Part-Time Research Associate positions for a World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA)-supported research project titled “Athletes’ Rights and Appeals in Anti-Doping.” The positions offer an excellent opportunity for law graduates, LL.M. candidates, and social science researchers to contribute to an international research project focused on sports law, anti-doping regulation, and athletes’ rights.

The engagement is for a period of 12 months and requires selected candidates to work on-site at the institution’s Navi Mumbai campus.

About the Institution

KLE Society’s KLE College of Law is a recognized law institution established under the esteemed Karnatak Lingayat Education (KLE) Society and affiliated with the University of Mumbai.

The institution is committed to advancing legal education, academic research, and professional development by encouraging interdisciplinary engagement and practical exposure to contemporary legal issues.

About the Research Project

The College is hosting a 12-month social science research project titled:

“Athletes’ Rights and Appeals in Anti-Doping”

The project is supported by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) under its Social Science Research Grant Program.

The study seeks to examine legal and social dimensions of anti-doping regulation with particular emphasis on athletes’ rights, procedural safeguards, appeals mechanisms, and experiences within anti-doping frameworks.

Position Details

Roles and Responsibilities

Selected Research Associates will assist the project team in various research and fieldwork activities, including:

• Conducting literature reviews.
• Analysing legal and policy materials.
• Undertaking qualitative and quantitative data collection.
• Coordinating interviews and focus group discussions.
• Maintaining research records and documentation.
• Assisting in drafting reports and research outputs.
• Supporting overall project implementation and management activities.

Eligibility Criteria

Applications are invited from candidates who:

• Have completed or are pursuing an LL.M. degree; or
• Hold an M.A., M.Sc., or M.S.W. degree in:
  • Sociology
  • Psychology
  • Social Work
  • Sports Science
  • Related disciplines

Essential Requirements

Applicants must possess:

• Fluency in English and Hindi.
• Strong communication and research skills.
• Ability to interact professionally and respectfully with athletes and stakeholders.
• Capacity to maintain confidential research records and sensitive information.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates with:

• Prior research experience.
• Knowledge of sports law, legal research, or social science research methodologies.
• Working knowledge of:
  • NVivo
  • SPSS
  • R
• Proficiency in additional Indian languages.

Ineligibility

The following individuals are not eligible to apply:

• Employees of sports federations.
• Employees of anti-doping organisations.
• Employees of anti-doping laboratories.

Nature and Duration of Appointment

Appointment Type

• Paid Part-Time Position

Project Duration

• 12 Months

The appointment is project-based and will continue for the duration of the research project.

Mode and Location

This is not a remote opportunity.

Selected candidates will be required to work physically at:

KLE Society’s KLE College of Law Kalamboli, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra.

Application Process

Interested candidates must send their applications via email to:

research@klecollegeoflawmumbai.edu.in

Application Package Must Include

1. Curriculum Vitae (CV)

The CV must include:

• Academic qualifications.
• Professional and research experience.
• Names and contact details of two referees.

2. Writing Sample

Applicants must submit:

• A work sample of up to five pages.
• A brief two-line statement explaining their contribution to the submitted work.

3. Additional Information

Applicants must provide:

• Languages known.
• Home area/location.
• Daily availability for attending the college campus.

Important Note

Applicants should not submit confidential research material or personal information relating to research participants.

Selection Process

• Applications will be scrutinized by the project team.
• Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an in-person interview.
• Final selection will be based on qualifications, research aptitude, relevant experience, and interview performance.

Important Date

Contact Details

Email: research@klecollegeoflawmumbai.edu.in

Phone: 8130915938

Address:
KLE Society’s KLE College of Law
1st Floor, Plot No. 29, Sector-01
Kalamboli, Navi Mumbai – 410218
Maharashtra

This opportunity is particularly valuable for candidates interested in Sports Law, Human Rights in Sport, Anti-Doping Regulation, Legal Research, Policy Studies, and Socio-Legal Research. Working on a WADA-supported research project will provide exposure to international research standards, interdisciplinary scholarship, field-based data collection, and policy-oriented legal research while contributing to an important area of sports governance and athletes’ rights.

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