Country Conditions Research Assistant

3 days ago

Delhi, Delhi, India Lion Group Full time

Country Conditions Research Assistant - Freelance (Remote)

About Us

We are an international consultancy providing high-quality research and writing services to legal and professional clients worldwide. Our work supports critical decision-making processes by delivering credible, well-documented insights on country-specific conditions.

We are currently seeking freelance Research Assistants based in India to support ongoing and project-based research assignments.

Role Overview

As a Country Conditions Research Assistant, you will undertake project-based research and report drafting on political, social, economic, and human rights conditions across various countries. You will be engaged on a subcontractor basis and compensated per project, milestone, or agreed deliverable.

This is a fully remote, flexible role suitable for researchers, analysts, or writers with strong subject-matter knowledge and the ability to produce rigorous, evidence-based work.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct thorough desk-based research on country-specific political, social, economic, and human rights developments.
  • Draft clear, structured, and well-referenced reports tailored to legal and professional standards.
  • Identify, evaluate, and cite credible sources (e.g., government publications, NGO reports, academic journals, reputable media).
  • Review and refine written content for clarity, accuracy, structure, and tone.
  • Manage multiple assignments independently and meet agreed project deadlines.
  • Collaborate with senior researchers or case managers as needed on revisions and quality checks.

Ideal Profile

  • Exceptional research capability with the ability to synthesize information quickly and accurately.
  • Advanced English writing skills, especially in formal, analytical, and evidence-based formats.
  • Strong attention to detail, referencing standards, and factual accuracy.
  • Ability to work independently, manage time efficiently, and deliver high-quality work remotely.
  • Analytical mindset with the ability to evaluate information critically and present it logically.

Requirements

  • Master's degree in International Relations, Political Science, Human Rights, Law, Journalism, Public Policy, or a closely related field.
  • (Bachelor's degree may be considered with strong research experience.)
  • Minimum 2 years' experience in research-intensive roles such as legal research, academic research, policy analysis, or journalism.
  • Proven ability to write structured, well-cited reports.
  • Strong understanding of global political and human rights issues.
  • Access to a reliable internet connection and a professional remote working setup.

Preferred

  • Prior work with research institutes, think tanks, legal teams, or academic centers.
  • Experience with legal or academic writing formats (e.g., Harvard, APA).
  • Familiarity with asylum, migration, or human rights documentation.

Engagement & Compensation

  • Freelance/subcontractor engagement.
  • Compensation provided per project, report, or agreed deliverable.
  • Flexible working hours; workload varies depending on project flow.
  • Opportunity for ongoing collaboration based on consistency and quality.

How to Apply

Please submit:

  • Your updated CV
  • A short research-based writing sample (preferably research-based)
  • A brief note describing your expertise and suitability for this role

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