17th September, 2018

Vacancies in the project titled AN EXPLORATORY STUDY OF DISCRIMINATIONS BASED ON NON-NORMATIVE GENDERS AND SEXUALITIES at the Advanced Centre for Womens Studies, School of Development Studies, TISS

Applications are invited for the post of Research Associate (Nos. 1) on a project titled An Exploratory Study of Discriminations Based on Non-Normative Genders and Sexualities located at the Advanced Centre for Womens Studies at TISS. This project aims to undertake research to create an extensive document on discrimination faced by individuals on the basis of non-normative gender or sexuality. In doing so, we look not just at self-identified queer individuals but also at actions, environments and institutions where discriminatory practices are based on norms of gender and sexuality.

Desired Qualifications and Experience:

The Research Associates responsibilities will involve the following

  • assistance in administration and accounts of the project
  • research and literature review on the project primarily in the fields of health, working with the Principal Investigator on the project
    • dissemination of findings across the country on the project
    • organizing of workshops and seminars, and interfacing with experts for the same
  • documentation, analysis and report writing

While the selected candidate will need to be based in Mumbai, this position will entail travel for regional-level workshops.

This position is being advertised specifically for people who have at least a postgraduate degree and a strong gender perspective. Preference will be given to candidates with previous experience in research or academic work, excellent writing skills in English, and proficiency in computer skills.

The position is initially for a three month period, but may be extended. Interested candidates may apply immediately by submitting their their application on a plain paper along with their

C.V to the School of Development Studies Secretariat in an envelope marked to Dr. Asha Achuthan, Assistant Professor, Advanced Centre for Women's Studies, Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Deonar, 400088.

Salary: A minimum consolidated salary of Rs. 50,000.

Last date for submitting applications is 28th September , 2018.

We will shortlist the candidates and directly get in touch.



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