Assistant Project Coordinator- (Research)​/Senior Researcher

Applications are invited for the position of    Assistant Project Coordinator – (Research)/Senior Researcher    on a contractual basis:
Candidates possessing a minimum of  3 years or more of relevant experience  will be considered for the position of  Assistant Project Coordinator (Research) . However, candidates shortlisted with  less than 3 years of relevant experience  will be considered for the position of  Senior Researcher .

Organisation-  Indian Police Foundation
Number of Positions:  1
Tenure-  This position is offered initially for 1 year but extendable till the completion of the project. )
Project:  Internal Police Reforms Project
Location-  Indian Police Foundation HQ, New Delhi (C-8, 8758, Vasant Kunj
New Delhi - 110070) Although the position is in Delhi, the APC
- Research/Senior Researcher is expected to travel to various (3 states) both for research as well as project implementation and monitoring.

Qualifications:

Essential:
Educational

Qualification:

M.A in Police Sciences/Criminology /Social Work/Public Safety/Law or any other related field. However, candidates with Ph.D. in relevant domains will be preferred.
Researcher/Consultant with experience of 3 years or more (in the domains of policing, criminology, citizen-centric policing, gender- and child-sensitive policing) in universities, other research institutes, NGOs, think tanks, or consulting firms. (Minimum experience may be relaxed in exceptional cases at the discretion of the Project Director).
Proficiency in data collection and data analysis (Qualitative & Quantitative) & Report Writing.
Strong coordination and leadership skills for engagement with senior police officers, trainers, research staff and other research institutions
High level of proficiency in computer skills.
Willingness and good health to undertake field visits (as and when required).
Good command over English and Hindi.
Attend the IPF office at  Vasant Kunj, Delhi,  on a regular basis.

Desirable:
Previous experience of working with Police organisations.
Familiarity with
- Criminal laws (major & minor)
Relevant Supreme Court judgments & NHRC directives
MHA and State Government circulars related to citizen centric policing.
Recommendations of various police commissions, including the National Police Commission (1979-81), related to citizen centric policing.
Publications of Research papers/articles in various journals/magazines /Newspapers.
Salary and other Service Conditions
- The selected candidate will have to give the undertaking in the form of the bond to serve for minimum period of one year.
Assistant Project Coordinator – (Research):  ₹75,000 per month (including ₹5000 as transport allowance)
Senior Researcher - ₹60,000 per month (including ₹5000 as transport allowance)
Economy-class airfare for visits to various States and UTs
Accommodation in police guest houses (or will be reimbursed as per IPF policy).
Other service conditions will be governed by IPF HR and other policies

Selection Process:
Selection will be based on a written examination and an interview (if you clear the written exam) to be held on  12   th    & 13 August 2026 at IPF HQ New Delhi .

How to Apply

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Download the application form and fill it out electronically, along with updated CV in PDF format & send them to us at
If you have any queries, please get in touch with us at :
Or contact us at    (Admin Officer) &  (Project Coordinator)
Last date for online submission of applications 7   th    August 2026 till 4:00 PM only.

Job Description:

Assistant Project Coordinator – (Research)/Senior Researcher

The role of the Assistant Project Coordinator – (Research)/Senior Researcher involves coordinating both the research and operational components of the Internal Police Reforms Project. Working closely with the Project Director (PD), Project Coordinator (PC), and State Supervisors, he/she will play a key role in project planning, research, implementation, coordination, monitoring, and documentation across three states (Punjab, Telangana & Tamil Nadu).

Roles and Responsibilities

1. Research and Data Analysis
Head the research team, provide guidance…