Research Associate – Environmental Monitoring

International Forum for Environment, Sustainability & Technology (iFOREST)

Dadri

On-site

INR 400,000 - 660,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

A research organization focused on environmental solutions is hiring a Research Associate for their Industrial Decarbonisation Programme in India. The role involves supporting research projects, conducting environmental monitoring, and preparing reports. The ideal candidate should possess a bachelor's or master's in environmental engineering or science, along with experience in pollution monitoring and data analysis. Strong communication skills and the ability to handle deadlines are essential. This is an entry-level position and may require travel.

Qualifications

  • Experience in stack emission, ambient air quality, and water quality monitoring.
  • Understanding of industrial operations and pollution compliance monitoring.
  • Knowledge of lab-based environmental testing and analysis.
  • Knowledge of lab-based environmental testing, analysis and reporting.
  • Experience in survey research and analysis.
  • Experience in qualitative and quantitative research and delivering outputs.
  • Experience in report writing in a research context.
  • Willingness to travel as required.
  • Commitment to deadline-driven work and time management.

Responsibilities

  • Support research projects and undertake primary and secondary research.
  • Conduct onsite environment monitoring, data collection and analysis.
  • Prepare research reports and policy briefs.
  • Conduct secondary research.
  • Data collection and analysis.
  • Prepare research reports, policy briefs, and technical documents.
  • Develop presentations to disseminate research findings.
  • Assist in organizing conferences, meetings, and workshops.
  • Support team communication and outreach.
  • Perform other tasks as required by the team and programme.

Skills

Industrial pollution monitoring
Environmental engineering
Data analysis
Survey research
Report writing

Education

Bachelor's or master's in environmental engineering or environmental science

Tools

Pollution monitoring equipment
Lab testing equipment

Job description

Research Associate – Environmental Monitoring

The International Forum for Environment, Sustainability & Technology (iFOREST) is looking for dynamic professionals to support the organization’s research in the Industrial Decarbonisation Programme.

About iFOREST

iFOREST is an independent not-for-profit research and innovation organization that was established in 2019 to identify, promote and scale up solutions for pressing environment-development challenges in India and other developing countries in Asia and Africa.

Our work is rooted in regional priorities to accelerate environmental actions at the sub-national level and to improve national policies and plans to support it. Our mission is to address the unique needs of regions by leveraging our resources and expertise to scale up national action and make a global impact. We use our regional knowledge to inform national policy and plans and strengthen international collaboration.

To achieve our goals, we conduct independent evidence-based research, develop new knowledge and innovative solutions, convene stakeholders to increase awareness and build consensus, and partner with think tanks, civil society, government agencies, philanthropies and industry to scale up solutions.

The Industrial Decarbonisation Programme

The Industrial Decarbonisation Programme is a part of iFOREST’s flagship initiative on Enabling Energy Transitions. The objective of the programme is to steer a green industry transition to support green growth and green jobs, while improving local environmental conditions and achieving climate goals. The focus is on conducting evidence-based research, including modelling studies to develop comprehensive roadmaps, identify policy solutions and provide technical support for industrial decarbonisation in sectors like steel, fertilizer, cement, bricks and at-risk MSME sectors, as a transition in these sectors will affect the largest number of consumers and enterprises.

The Programme is strongly focused on technical research and stakeholder engagement (especially with government departments/agencies and the industry) to achieve a green transition of fossil fuel-dependent factories that are associated with various industries.

Job Location: Sector 132, Urbtech Trade Center, Noida (Onsite)

About the Role & Responsibilities
  • Support research projects.
  • Undertake primary and secondary research along with team members. This will include:
    • Conducting onsite-environment monitoring, analysis and reporting- stack emission, ambient air quality, water quality.
    • Collecting information and generating data through primary surveys.
    • Conducting secondary research.
    • Data collection and analysis.
  • Contribute to preparing research reports, policy briefs, and technical documents.
  • Develop presentations for the dissemination of research findings.
  • Support in organizing conferences, meetings, and workshops.
  • Support communication and outreach to the team.
  • Any other task as per team and programme requirements.
Qualifications
  • Bachelors or master's in environmental engineering, environmental Science and relevant field.
  • Experience in industrial pollution monitoring & analysis – stack emission, ambient air quality, water quality, etc.
  • Understanding of industrial operation, pollution monitoring and compliance, monitoring equipment, technology and use.
  • Knowledge of lab-based environmental testing, analysis and reporting.
  • Experience in survey research and analysis.
  • Experience in qualitative and quantitative research, analysis, and delivery of outputs.
  • Experience in report writing, particularly in research context.
  • Should be open to travel as per the requirement.
  • Commitment to deadline-driven work and ability to manage time and priorities.
Application Instructions

We encourage candidates to submit their application by clicking the Apply Now button. If you face any difficulties, you may send your application to careers@iforest.global mentioning the reference code ID/NO-05-12/25 in the subject line.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Research

Industries

Think Tanks and Research Services

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