Job Title: Researcher

Location: Remote (Preference for candidates based in North America)
Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: Compensation commensurate with experience
Reports To: Director of Media and Research

About the Organization

The Indian American Muslim Council (IAMC) is a nonprofit advocacy organization committed to promoting pluralism, religious freedom, and human rights in India and the Indian diaspora. IAMC works to safeguard democratic institutions, advocate for the protection of religious minorities, and counter rising hate, bigotry, and authoritarianism in India and its global diaspora.

Position Overview

IAMC is seeking a rigorous researcher to lead and support research efforts that shed light on religious freedom violations, minority rights abuses, and the rise of Hindu nationalism both in India and globally, especially in North America. The ideal candidate will be responsible for producing high-quality reports, policy briefs, and investigative reports that inform advocacy, policy engagement, and public discourse.

Key Responsibilities

• • • Conduct in-depth research and analysis on: Religious minority issues in India (with a focus on Muslims, Christians, Dalits, and Adivasis); human rights violations, hate crimes, and state-sponsored repression; ideological, political, and social foundations of Hindu nationalism (Hindutva); global network and influence of Hindu nationalist organizations, particularly in the US, Canada and Europe
    • Track and analyze developments related to: Legal frameworks and policy shifts in India impacting civil liberties and U.S. and international responses to rights violations in India
    • Author research reports, briefing documents, op-eds, and fact sheets for diverse audiences including policymakers, media, academia, and civil society
    • Support IAMC’s advocacy team with timely data, evidence, and contextual analysis for strategic campaigns
    • Collaborate with journalists, academic institutions, and human rights organizations to amplify IAMC’s research
    • Present findings in public forums, conferences, webinars, or expert panels when needed

Qualifications

• • • Master’s degree (or equivalent experience) in Political Science, South Asian Studies, Human Rights, Sociology, Law or a related field
    • Familiarity with international human rights law, minority protections, and civil liberties frameworks
    • Strong understanding of contemporary Indian politics, history, and society, especially in relation to religious minorities
    • Deep knowledge of Hindu nationalism as a political and social movement, both in India and the diaspora
    • Proven research, analytical, writing skills and ability to translate complex data into accessible insights
    • Experience with qualitative and/or investigative research methods
    • Experience working with advocacy or civil society organizations is preferred
    • Demonstrated commitment to human rights, pluralism, and secular values
    • Proficiency in Indian languages (especially Hindi or Urdu) is a plus
    • Comfort working in a collaborative, remote environment

To Apply

Please send your resume, a cover letter detailing your interest and qualifications, and two writing samples (preferably related to the position’s themes) to jobs@iamc.com

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.