Academic Associate – Kautilya School of Public Policy

Kautilya School of Public Policy Kautilya’s vision (“Working to rebalance the role of Society, Government & Business for a more equitable and sustainable future.”) and mission (“Empowering leaders to address 21st-century issues through rigorous public policy education.”) encapsulate our focus on imparting education that is relevant, contemporary, and practical. We offer passionate young minds a robust training ground that nurtures grassroots aspirations with a rigorous academic program. We have brought on board some of the world’s leading academic experts and policy practitioners to prepare students for a transformed path in nation-building by inculcating diverse skills necessary for a successful career in public life.

Job Description-

Kautilya School of Public Policy is looking to hire self-starting, motivated individuals as Academic Associates (AA). The suitable candidates are expected to work towards Kautilya’s mission of creating an inclusive public policy ecosystem. The AAs will support the faculty primarily in teaching and several related activities, including, but not limited to, curriculum development, course design, and public policy research, in addition to performing relevant duties and other responsibilities as assigned. This position is a 1-year contract with the possibility of extension based on performance. The AAs will have an opportunity to assist the faculty with teaching and researching important policy issues as an essential part of their jobs.

Qualifications-

Master’s degree in Political Science, International Relations, Sociology, Technology and related disciplines. Interest in education and research and prior experience with curriculum development and teaching assistance will be a plus.

Required Skills-

• Good understanding of the Indian public policy ecosystem.
• Interest in advocating social and economic equity.
• Exceptional attention to the smallest detail.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

What you will do-

• Assist class facilitation by updating the learning management system (LMS),
• Conduct literature reviews,
• Collect and analyze data
• Recruit and interview research subjects,
• Prepare interview questions and summarize responses
• Grading student work and coordinating with guest lecturers and other duties as assigned.
• Conduct research, gather data, and publish research papers to contribute to the advancement of knowledge in your field.

Benefits-

• Exposure to renowned thought leaders and experts in the public policy arena.
• Opportunity to contribute towards institution-building and participate in cutting-edge teaching and research activities based on experiential learning and action research, respectively.
• Ability to gain practical experience in the field of public policy education, teaching, and research.

Interested candidates are requested to send their CVs to careers@kautilya.org.in