AI

Location: IIIT Delhi

Employment Type: Full time, 12 months (starting July 15, 2025), with the possibility of

extension

Salary: ₹47,000 per month

About Us

IIIT Delhi is a premier research institution that explores the evolving relationship between

technology, society, and governance. We seek a highly motivated Research Associate for an

ICSSR funded major project titled “Political Theory of AI: Developing Pathways and Policies

towards Responsible Futures” led by Dr. Manohar Kumar and Dr. Praveen Priyadarshi. The

position will contribute to critical discussions on the political theory of AI, focusing on

governance, regulation, and ethics.

This role provides an exciting opportunity to engage in interdisciplinary research at the

intersection of political theory, policy analysis, and AI ethics. With the main objective of

contributing to developing a political theory understanding of AI, the project aims to study the

discourse on how AI technologies impact democratic institutions and governance structures.

Role Overview





As a Research Associate specializing in the political theory of AI, you will conduct in-depth

research on AI governance, regulatory frameworks, and the ethical dimensions of AI

deployment. Your work will contribute to scholarly research and policy recommendations for

governments, industry stakeholders, and civil society.

Key Responsibilities
- Research & Analysis - Conduct critical research on political theories of AI

governance, regulatory frameworks, and ethical challenges.
- Literature Review - Analyze academic and policy literature, identifying gaps in

existing discussions on AI governance.
- Policy & Legal Assessment - Evaluate AI-related policies, legislation, and

governance models at national and global levels, focusing on their implications for

democracy and social structures.
- Ethical & Philosophical Inquiry - Examine AI through the lens of justice, fairness,

accountability, transparency, and fundamental rights.
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📌 Research Associate (Delhi)
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