Constitutional Law - Professor Vacancy in Jaipur, Rajasthan
JECRC University
Job Description
Job Overview
Jecrc University’s School of Law invites applications for the Constitutional Law PROFESSOR Job in Jaipur, Rajasthan. The department is known for its vibrant research culture, interdisciplinary seminars, and strong focus on constitutional jurisprudence. Faculty members contribute to national and international journals, host moot court competitions, and engage with policymakers in Rajasthan.
The Constitutional Law faculty at Jecrc University has a growing reputation for publishing in UGC-listed journals and collaborating with the Rajasthan High Court Legal Services Committee. The university encourages doctrinal and empirical research on federalism, fundamental rights, and judicial activism.
Key Responsibilities
Teach core and elective courses in Constitutional Law to undergraduate and postgraduate students at Jecrc University. Design syllabi aligned with UGC model curricula and incorporate recent Supreme Court judgments.
Publish regularly in Scopus/WoS-indexed journals and edit law review volumes for the university’s annual publication. Present papers at national and international conferences, including those organized by the Indian Law Institute.
Guide doctoral scholars in constitutional law topics, approve research proposals, and conduct pre-submission thesis evaluations. Supervise LL.M. dissertations and mentor students for moot court and mediation competitions.
Organize seminars, webinars, and roundtables on constitutional amendments, federal disputes, and gender justice. Collaborate with the Centre for Public Law at Jecrc University on funded research projects.
Required Qualifications
Ph.D. in Law with a specialization in Constitutional Law from a recognized Indian university is mandatory. A minimum of five years of full-time teaching experience at a university or college is required.
Candidates must have a consistent record of publications in UGC-listed or peer-reviewed journals. UGC-NET with JRF or SLET qualified candidates are preferred if Ph.D. is not completed.
Post-doctoral research or visiting fellowships at institutions like NLSIU Bengaluru or NLU Delhi are desirable. Experience in curriculum development and digital pedagogy is valued.
Academic Projects
Jecrc University encourages faculty to lead or participate in funded projects on constitutional reforms and judicial reforms. Collaborate with the Rajasthan State Legal Services Authority on legal literacy initiatives.
Explore research funding through ICSSR, UGC, and DST schemes for empirical studies on constitutional governance in Rajasthan. Publish policy briefs and white papers on federalism and local governance.
Contribute chapters to edited volumes published by reputed academic publishers in India. Maintain an updated SSRN or ResearchGate profile for wider dissemination of work.
Ph.D. Supervision
Supervise doctoral students registered under Jecrc University’s Ph.D. in Law program. Approve synopses, monitor progress, and conduct viva voce examinations as per UGC regulations.
Guide scholars working on themes such as secularism, reservation policies, and judicial activism. Encourage interdisciplinary co-supervision with departments like Political Science and Sociology.
Serve on doctoral committees for external candidates from other universities in Rajasthan. Participate in thesis evaluation panels for universities across North India.
Perks and Pay
The Constitutional Law Faculty Position in Jaipur offers a monthly salary between Rs.65,000 and Rs.90,000 as per UGC norms. Additional research grants are available for fieldwork and conference participation.
Jecrc University provides furnished accommodation on campus at subsidized rates. Medical insurance, leave travel concession, and children’s education allowance are part of the benefits package.
Faculty members receive support for patent filings and copyright registrations related to their research outputs. Access to institutional subscriptions for legal databases like Manupatra and SCC Online is provided.