Advertisement for the Position of Associate Editor (Strategic Analysis)

• Master’s Degree in Political Science/ History/ English/ International Relations/ Defence Studies, or a related subject with first class from a recognized university
• Excellent command over English Language including written English, and a sound knowledge of MS Office and working of Internet and strong interpersonal communication skills.

• Degree in mass communication or publishing.

• Experience of at least 08 years with reputed publishing houses in editing/ publishing and processing of peer reviewed Journals.
• Candidates with experience in editing and processing of peer-reviewed journals related to International Relations, Area Studies, Strategic Studies and Defence and Security issues will be preferred.

• Manage the editorial process of the Institute’s refereed bimonthly journal, Strategic Analysis, and other publications (Books, Monographs, Occasional Papers, Annual Report etc.), organize and handle receipt, review and compilation of contributions to Strategic Analysis.
• Interact with the scholars and other experts for peer-review and to seek contributions.
• Undertake first level editorial checks and peer-review.
• Ensure timely compilation of contributions and their dispatch.
• Deal with the designated publishing house on all administrative matters related to the Journal’s publication.
• Handle and process payments to contributors and reviewers.
• Publicity and distribution of Journal
• Any other publication related issues.
• The responsibility would, however, not be limited to the above mentioned tasks. The selected candidate will be expected to participate and undertake tasks/ commitments that the Institute may assign from time to time.

• Curriculum Vitae
• Two letters of references including one by the Head of the Institute where currently employed.
• Candidates presently serving with the Government or Private Sector and shortlisted for the interview must provide a ‘NO OBJECTION CERTIFICATE’ from the present employer before/at the time of interview.
• Two Samples of previously edited and published works.
• One Statement of Purpose
• Copy of educational certificates/degree/experience

• 15 June 2025 by 5:00 PM
• Institute will not be responsible for any technical delays

• Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend interview at MP-IDSA, Delhi
• Certificates in original are to be produced in support of educational and age eligibility at the time of interview.
• Education qualification will be calculated as on last date of submission of application.
• Shortlisted outstation candidates will be paid AC- III tier rail fare on production of tickets, by the shortest route
• The Institute reserves the right to cancel recruitment at any stage without assigning any reason.
• The prescribed essential qualifications are the minimum and the mere possession of the same does not entitle candidates to be called for test / interview. Where the number of applications received in response to an advertisement is large and it will not be convenient or possible to called for test / interview all the candidates, the Institute, at its discretion, may restrict the number of candidates to a reasonable limit on the basis of qualifications / experience higher than the minimum prescribed in the advertisement and other academic achievements and feedback on past performance.
• The Institute reserves the right to modify/withdraw/cancel any communication made to the candidate(s) at any stage in the process of selection in case any inadvertent mistake is detected even after issue of appointment letter.
• The Institute reserves the right to alter/insert any corrections/additions in the advertisement/ website in the event of any typographical error etc. before the last date prescribed for the receipt of applications, for which the candidates are advised to be in the lookout for announcements on the Institute’s website under ‘Join Us’ tab.
• MP-IDSA reserves the right to relax the prescribed qualifications for candidates found more suitable for the position with relevant experience and expertise in the specified field.
• PwD candidates applying against UR vacancies are allowed age relaxation as applicable to UR (PwD) only.
• In case a candidate joins the Institute accepting the Terms and Conditions contained herein, she/he will be required to give an undertaking in writing that she/he will not apply for any appointment or course, part-time or full-time, without obtaining the written permission from the competent authority of the Institute. Also, while in service of the Institute, she/he will not engage in any trade or business or undertake any other full-time or part- time appointment.
• The selected candidate shall be subjected to other rules and regulations as applicable to MP-IDSA Scholars and Staff

* The job description/ duties and responsibilities listed are intended to describe the general nature of the role. The duties and responsibilities and the balance between the elements in the role may change or vary over time depending on the specific needs of the Institute at a specific point in time or due to changing needs of the Centre. Candidates should note that there may not be an immediate requirement to carry out all the activities.