National Council of Applied Economic Research (NCAER)

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NCAER is India's oldest and largest independent, non-profit, economic research institute. It does grant-funded research, studies for governments and industry, and is known for its data collection. NCAER staff enjoy a world-class campus in New Delhi.

We seek researchers excited by the analytical, data, and political challenges of evidence-based policymaking. NCAER provides unparalleled opportunities to work on complex policy problems, use NCAER’s datasets and collect new data, engage with policymakers at the highest levels, and publish professionally. Early-career faculty get to do essentially an unmatched “residency” in public policy, learning on the job. Applicants must have strong analytical, quantitative, writing and speaking skills, and must be self-starters.

Professors and Senior Fellows provide institutional leadership, lead research projects, mentor staff, and possess a strong record of research, teaching, grant writing, government service, consulting, and publications across multiple previous positions, including from senior ranks of government.

Fellows are mid-career professionals with a strong, post-PhD record of research, consulting, project management, and publications demonstrated over at least one previous position. Associate Fellows can have nearly completed PhDs with cutting-edge empirical skills. Exceptional J.D.s/LL.M.s/MPAs/MBAs/MAs will also be considered.

Appointments are renewable, 3-year contracts on competitive salaries; shorter-term arrangements can be considered.