PRS is a leading research group with the mission to strengthen India’s democracy by helping Parliament and state assemblies be more effective. These institutions make laws, hold the governments accountable and allocate public funds. It is important that they have information and analysis to perform their functions well, and that citizens have channels of engaging with their elected representatives.
PRS is looking to expand its research team and plans to build research capacity in science and technology. Members of the research team prepare briefing notes on Bills in Parliament and state assemblies, policy developments and budgets. They also brief senior policy makers in person, and write occasional articles in the media.
Core responsibilities: The Analyst/Associate Analyst (Science & Tech) would be someone who is passionate about communicating scientific research to a wider audience and is interested in the policy space. They will be expected to follow various technology and science developments that have policy implications, and write thorough and easy-to-read notes which are accessible to a lay audience. These will include briefs on upcoming legislation, policy matters, scientific developments, and budgets. The candidate should have the ability to work independently and create new research products, as well as to communicate the research to a wide audience. The Science and Tech Analyst would be someone who is passionate about communicating scientific research to a wider audience and is interested in the policy and political space.
Abilities required: (a) Strong analytical skills; (b) Good writing and communication skills; (c) Good quantitative skills with an ability to analyse and represent data accurately; (d) Ability to work independently while being a team player; (e) Ability to multi-task and deliver quality work in a timely way; (f) Objective thinking and openness to ideas; (g) Keen interest in and understanding of Indian politics.
Qualifications sought: For Analyst (Science & Tech) - Bachelor’s degree in a science or tech stream and 2-3 years of work experience, or a Master’s degree in a science or tech stream.
For Associate Analyst (Science & Tech): Bachelor’s degree in a science or tech stream.
Location: This is a full-time role based in Delhi and may require travel for research and dissemination of research.
Emoluments offered: Flexible depending on qualifications and ability.
Application details: As part of your application please email the two documents listed below to [email protected] with the subject line: “Analyst/Associate Analyst (Science & Tech)”.
(i) Cover Letter that addresses a) Why you think PRS is a place you should build a career at, and b) How your qualifications and skills will contribute to the work of PRS
(ii) an updated CV
