NALSAR Project Lead Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

The Animal Law Centre at NALSAR University of Law, Hyderabad, is hiring one Project Lead (Contractual Position) for its project 'A Scoping Report on Broiler Chicken Welfare in India'. This is a six-month, full-time research role that pays between ₹1,00,000 and ₹1,25,000 per month. Candidates need 5+ years of experience in poultry/veterinary practice. Applications go through the Google form linked in the notice and must be submitted by 31 October 2026, 11:59 PM IST.

NALSAR Project Lead (Contractual Position) at a Glance

The official notification does not specify the age limit, the application fee or the minimum educational qualification.

About NALSAR

NALSAR University of Law, Hyderabad, is located at Justice City, Shameerpet, Medchal District, Hyderabad – 500 101. The notice describes it as an institution that provides legal education focused on constitutionalism, the rule of law and justice, especially social justice for marginalised communities. It also promotes research, training, writing and publication. For this project, NALSAR is working with ALPN Research Foundation, Bengaluru. ALPN is a not-for-profit independent think-tank working to improve animal welfare across India.

About the Project

The project will systematically assess the current conditions of broiler chickens in India and the challenges to their welfare. It will review the whole broiler chicken industry: farming systems, supply chains, market demand, the regulatory context and the wider group of stakeholders. The findings will guide targeted intervention pathways in India.

Who Can Apply

Experience Required

The notice requires 5+ years of experience in poultry/veterinary practice. The candidate must be an expert on poultry birds, with technical knowledge about broiler chicken health.

Educational Qualification

The official notification does not specify the minimum educational qualification. Under "Qualifications", the notice lists the following:

1. Demonstrated subject-matter expertise in broiler chicken production in India, with a background in veterinary science, animal husbandry, poultry science or a closely related technical field, is strongly preferred.
2. Strong working knowledge of broiler farming systems in India (backyard, contract farming, integrated commercial operations) and the common welfare issues within them.
3. Familiarity with animal welfare science and assessment frameworks as applied to broiler chickens.
4. Prior field experience visiting or working directly with poultry farms, ideally in rural or semi-urban India, would be an asset.
5. Fluency in English is required. Proficiency in regional languages would be an asset for fieldwork.

Preferred Skills

The notice says preference will be given to candidates with:

• Strong technical/domain knowledge of poultry biology, husbandry and production systems.
• Strong research and analytical skills, and the ability to turn qualitative and quantitative information into clear, actionable insights.
• Stakeholder engagement and interviewing skills, including with farmers, industry players and government/regulatory entities.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively within India for fieldwork.
• Project management skills, and the ability to work to timelines, coordinate fieldwork logistics and manage competing priorities independently.
• Cultural and contextual sensitivity when engaging with diverse stakeholders across Indian states.

For the full eligibility details of the Project Lead post, candidates should check the official notification.

Pay and Tenure

The remuneration is between ₹1,00,000 and ₹1,25,000 per month, depending on qualifications and experience. The post is a contractual position with an engagement duration of six (6) months. The notice describes the role as a full-time research role. The location is remote within India, with extensive field research. Fieldwork is expected to last three months and to cover about 60 farm visits in six states, plus slaughterhouses and meat shops. The notice states that all fieldwork costs will be covered by the organisation. The joining date is 16 November 2026.

NALSAR Project Lead (Contractual Position) Job Description

The Project Lead will oversee and carry out desk and field research, analysis and report writing, and will provide technical expertise on broiler welfare in India. The key responsibilities printed in the notice are:

1. Lead technical research and analysis on broiler farming systems in India: production practices, housing, breeds and genetics, feeding regimes, health management, and welfare conditions across different system types (backyard, contract, integrated and commercial).
2. Design and carry out a fieldwork plan covering about 60 farm visits across six states, plus slaughterhouses and meat retail points, and assess farming practices and welfare conditions on the ground firsthand.
3. Conduct and synthesise literature on broiler production and welfare in India.
4. Build relationships with farmers, veterinarians and production-side stakeholders to support fieldwork and ongoing insight-gathering.
5. Assess the nature and extent of animal welfare across various farming systems, and evaluate how open each system is to welfare-improving interventions.
6. Provide subject-matter expertise on the technical sections of the final report (industry overview, farming systems analysis) and contribute broiler-specific expertise to cross-cutting insights.
7. Identify and prioritise a list of potential welfare-focused interventions, based on technical feasibility and likely adoption by the relevant stakeholders.
8. Coordinate with the wider research team, which will lead the economic, market and regulatory analysis, so that the technical findings feed into the overall report.

How to Apply for NALSAR Project Lead (Contractual Position)

Candidates must apply through the Google form linked in the official notification by 31 October 2026, 11:59 PM IST. The form link is in the Important Links table below. The notice does not describe any other way to apply. Queries can be sent to [email protected]. The phone numbers printed on the letterhead are 040-23498104 / 115.

Selection and Interview

NALSAR will shortlist candidates from the applications received through the Google form. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited to the further interview rounds. The notice does not give the interview dates or mode.

Important Dates

Important Links