We are seeking a Senior Associate/Research Scientist within the Air Quality Observations team. The role is suited to early-career or aspiring scientists with expertise in atmospheric chemistry and air quality measurements, and a strong interest in translating research findings to inform air quality policy.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct air pollution studies using reference- or research-grade gas monitors, aerosol characterisation equipment (including AMS/ACSM), and networks of lower-cost air sensors.
• Formulate research questions and undertake data analysis to address them.
• Develop data analysis tools and packages, as required, in collaboration with the AI/ML and Digital Applications teams.
• Develop proposals and draft technical reports and peer-reviewed manuscripts.
• Deliver lectures as part of capacity-building workshops for external stakeholders, including government officials and non-specialists.
• Present at national and international conferences, and participate in or organise workshops.
• Mentor junior researchers in data analysis and report writing.

Qualifications

PhD in Engineering or a related Science discipline, with doctoral research in air pollution, atmospheric chemistry, or a related field.

• Senior Associate: PhD with 0–3 years of postdoctoral experience.
• Research Scientist: PhD with a minimum of 6 years of postdoctoral experience.

Skill Set

• Demonstrated experience in operating, maintaining, and applying AMS/ACSM or similar advanced instruments, and/or deploying and managing large networks of low-cost sensors to characterise urban and regional air pollution.
• Familiarity with air quality management frameworks and practices will be an advantage.
• Experience in proposal development and leadership of field campaigns, including managing and mentoring research staff, will be an advantage.
• Proficiency in Python, R, or Igor Pro for data analysis and visualisation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, evidenced by peer-reviewed publications in high-quality journals and presentations at international conferences.

Duration

2 years (fixed term; extendable based on performance and continued funding)

We are seeking a Senior Analyst (fixed-term) to join the Air Quality Policy and Outreach team, contributing to emission inventory development, techno-economic analysis, and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyse datasets from government sources, field surveys, and stakeholder consultations.
• Develop bottom-up emission inventories across all sectors.
• Apply basic GIS knowledge in the context of air pollution emission inventories; independently use QGIS to generate gridded emission inventory maps at city and hyperlocal scales.
• Assist with, and where possible lead, transport emission inventory field surveys.
• Conduct policy gap analysis and assess drivers of policy change through literature review and stakeholder engagement.
• Participate in relevant conferences, workshops, and training programmes to strengthen understanding of air pollution risks.
• Contribute to multidisciplinary projects, including proposal development, report writing, and project execution.
• Support the Air Quality sector’s capacity-building programmes.
• Develop air quality indicators relevant to Indian contexts, working closely with the Atmospheric Composition Observations and Modelling teams.
• Prepare documentation and technical reports.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Chemistry, or Atmospheric Sciences.
• Master’s degree in Public Policy may be considered, provided the candidate has a minimum of 3 years’ experience in air quality management within a leading research organisation.

Skill Set

• Well versed in NCAP, city action plans, XV Finance Commission reporting, and air quality management and policy in India.
• Expertise in financial modelling and techno-economic assessment will be an advantage.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Proficiency in Kannada, Odia, Tamil, Malayalam, Punjabi (Gurmukhi), or another regional language will be an advantage.
• Knowledge and hands-on experience in programming languages and data analysis tools, such as GIS, Python, or R.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel).
• Strong analytical skills, including the ability to review data, identify patterns, and draw logical conclusions.
• Good understanding of mitigation technologies, with demonstrated experience in cost analysis.

Duration

24 months (fixed term)

We are looking for a Senior Associate (Built Environment Specialist) to lead research on Karnataka’s and India’s buildings sector, with a focus on affordable housing and developing scalable low-carbon pathways. The role involves driving systemic transformation through robust scientific approaches—from on-site data collection and digital twin development to life-cycle assessments—and translating research insights into actionable policies through close engagement with government agencies, industry partners, and other stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead research activities, including data collection, literature reviews, and quantitative analyses, to assess energy demand, thermal comfort, and emissions in the buildings sector.
• Develop and apply life-cycle assessment (LCA) methodologies to quantify embodied and operational carbon in building prototypes.
• Oversee on-site performance monitoring to establish real-world energy and comfort baselines.
• Synthesise research findings to create scalable models projecting energy use and emissions across affordable housing schemes.
• Track emerging trends in urban and buildings sector policies, construction technologies, and sustainability standards.
• Engage with experts, government stakeholders, contractors, and communities to co-create practical, evidence-based solutions.
• Organise and facilitate stakeholder consultations, workshops, and roundtables to ensure research relevance and policy impact.
• Disseminate research outcomes through technical reports, policy briefs, journal publications, and interactive dashboards.

Qualifications

Master's degree in architecture, urban planning/design, civil engineering, building science, or a related sustainability field, with 5-8 years professional experience in sustainable built environments, building performance analysis, construction materials, and/or policy research.

Skill Set

• Hands-on experience with building energy modelling software and/or life-cycle assessment (LCA) tools, with the ability to apply these for low-carbon building design and analysis.
• Proven experience in stakeholder engagement, fieldwork, and translating technical research into actionable insights for policy and implementation.
• Applied understanding of the buildings sector, including construction materials, energy demand, and thermal comfort principles.
• Strong quantitative, analytical, and critical-thinking abilities, with proficiency in technical analysis such as energy modelling, LCA, or data science.
• Experience with data analysis and scripting tools (e.g., Python, R) will be an advantage.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders across government, industry, and academia.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work both independently and collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams.
• Familiarity with India’s urban development and affordable housing ecosystem, and awareness of relevant policies and standards.
• Experience or interest in system dynamics, policy modelling, or on-site building performance monitoring will be beneficial.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and standard analytical tools.
• Proficiency in spoken Kannada will be considered an asset.

We are seeking a Senior Communication Officer to manage day-to-day communication efforts and translate complex research from the Energy and Power sector at CSTEP into clear, engaging, and impactful narratives. The role requires strong storytelling skills, a solid understanding of the policy ecosystem and think tank environment, and the ability to design and execute content and engagement strategies. Acting as a liaison between research and outreach teams (Communication and Policy Engagement), the candidate will ensure effective knowledge dissemination across platforms while contributing to institutional outputs and stakeholder engagement initiatives and events.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute creative engagement strategies aligned with the organisation’s and sector’s goals.
• Translate and repurpose technical research into audience-specific content (blogs, social media, website copy, and outreach materials).
• Build, maintain, and actively manage a stakeholder database, and design targeted communication initiatives to drive effective engagement.
• Track policy developments, events, and emerging ecosystem conversations, and leverage these to inform communication and support research visibility.
• Monitor and analyse digital performance metrics using insights to refine and strengthen communication strategies.
• Collaborate closely with editors, designers, and researchers to ensure consistency in messaging, tone, and visual identity across all outputs.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Policy, Environmental Studies, Climate Science, Urban Studies, or a related field
• Prior experience in journalism (preferably sustainability or solutions journalism), think tanks, policy organisations, or other knowledge-driven institutions

Skill Set

• Strong writing and storytelling skills with clarity, accuracy, and audience needs.
• Ability to manage multiple communication streams, coordinate across teams and functions, and operate effectively in a fast-paced research and public policy environment
• Comfortable working with scientific, environmental, and policy content.
• Ability to synthesise complex research, data, and policy insights into clear, accurate public-facing narratives, with strong attention to fact-checking.
• Experience in social media management, content optimisation (SEO), and digital publishing.
• Strong execution and organisational skills, including managing follow-ups, trackers, and workflow processes.
• A critical thinker with a proactive, learning-oriented mindset and the ability to collaborate effectively within teams.

We are seeking a Communication Officer to manage day-to-day communication efforts and translate complex research at CSTEP into clear, engaging, and impactful narratives. The role requires strong storytelling skills, a solid understanding of the policy ecosystem and think tank environment, and the ability to design and execute content and engagement strategies. Acting as a liaison between research and outreach teams (Communication and Policy Engagement), the candidate will ensure effective knowledge dissemination across platforms while contributing to institutional outputs and stakeholder engagement initiatives and events.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute creative engagement strategies aligned with the organisation’s goals.
• Translate and repurpose technical research into audience-specific content (blogs, social media, website copy, and outreach materials).
• Build, maintain, and actively manage a stakeholder database, and design targeted communication initiatives to drive effective engagement.
• Track policy developments, events, and emerging ecosystem conversations, and leverage these to inform communication and support research visibility.
• Monitor and analyse digital performance metrics using insights to refine and strengthen communication strategies.
• Collaborate closely with editors, designers, and researchers to ensure consistency in messaging, tone, and visual identity across all outputs.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Policy, Environmental Studies, Climate Science, Urban Studies, or a related field
• Prior experience in journalism (preferably sustainability or solutions journalism), think tanks, policy organisations, or other knowledge-driven institutions

Skill Set

• Strong writing and storytelling skills with clarity, accuracy, and audience needs.
• Ability to manage multiple communication streams, coordinate across teams and functions, and operate effectively in a fast-paced research and public policy environment.
• Comfortable working with scientific, environmental, and policy content.
• Ability to synthesise complex research, data, and policy insights into clear, accurate public-facing narratives, with strong attention to fact-checking.
• Experience in social media management, content optimisation (SEO), and digital publishing.
• Strong execution and organisational skills, including managing follow-ups, trackers, and workflow processes.
• A critical thinker with a proactive, learning-oriented mindset and the ability to collaborate effectively within teams.

We are seeking a dynamic, technically strong professional to join the Energy Policy and Regulations team at CSTEP as a Senior Analyst. The role will involve leading and supporting work on electricity demand forecasting, with a strong focus on integrating socio-economic and weather-related drivers of demand. The candidate will also contribute to GHG accounting for DISCOM decarbonisation and city-level net-zero planning. This is a high-impact opportunity to work on policy-relevant research and contribute meaningfully to shaping India’s energy transition.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to research and analytical studies on electricity demand forecasting across national, state, DISCOM, and feeder levels, integrating socio-economic indicators, tariff structures, and weather parameters to develop robust projections.
• Support the development of GHG accounting frameworks for DISCOMs and city-level net-zero planning, including emission baseline estimation, scenario analysis, and decarbonisation pathway assessment.
• Track and analyse distribution sector policies, regulatory developments, and emerging technologies; generate strategic insights through data analytics and quantitative modelling to inform evidence-based policy recommendations.
• Collaborate with state and national stakeholders to co-develop and advance actionable recommendations.
• Prepare policy briefs, technical reports, presentations, and journal articles to effectively communicate research findings.
• Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to travel within India to engage with stakeholders and support project requirements (travel requirements may vary by project).

Qualifications

Master's degree in a relevant field such as energy economics and sustainable energy.

Skill Set

• Proven experience in electricity demand forecasting, incorporating socio-economic, tariff, and weather drivers across national, state, DISCOM, or feeder levels.
• Strong understanding of the Indian power sector, particularly DISCOM operations and regulatory frameworks.
• Proficiency in data analysis and quantitative modelling, with advanced Excel skills and working knowledge of R and/or Python.
• Knowledge of GHG accounting and decarbonisation approaches for DISCOMs and city-level net-zero planning.
• Familiarity with emerging energy technologies, including EVs, rooftop solar, distributed energy resources, and energy efficiency.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate technical analysis into clear, policy-relevant insights.
• Ability to support end-to-end project delivery, including proposals, analysis, and reporting.
• Capability to work across technical and policy domains and collaborate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.

We are seeking a highly motivated, proactive, and stakeholder-oriented professional to drive coordination with diverse stakeholders in the development of high-impact IT applications. The ideal candidate brings a strong understanding of IT application development, along with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, enabling them to build trust, influence decisions, and effectively align cross-functional stakeholders.

This role sits within the AI and Digital Platforms function, which leverages data and advanced digital technologies, including AI and machine learning, to deliver impactful solutions in clean energy, air quality, and climate action, contributing to building a secure, sustainable, and future-ready society.

Responsibilities

• Analyse requirements and translate them into features for digital applications and products
• Conduct quality checks to ensure applications meet functional and user requirements
• Engage with stakeholders, coordinate with partners, and drive alignment to achieve project outcomes
• Manage stakeholder expectations, collaborate with development teams to deliver on commitments, and ensure a high standard of user satisfaction
• Provide technical support for product demonstrations, capacity-building workshops, and outreach activities

Qualifications

Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in computer applications or a related field

Skill Set

• Strong understanding of web application architecture, development lifecycle, and digital technologies
• Ability to gather and analyse stakeholder requirements and translate them into application features
• Working knowledge of application deployment, configuration, and troubleshooting
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams
• Ability to build trust, influence stakeholders, and drive outcomes

Duration

11 months

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented professional to support the coordination and execution of large-scale renewable energy programmes. The role involves working closely with diverse stakeholders, including utilities, state agencies, and government institutions, to drive effective implementation. The ideal candidate will bring strong programme management and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to ensure timely delivery of outputs, facilitate inter-agency coordination, and contribute to scaling renewable energy initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate programme activities with utilities, state representatives, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth implementation
• Serve as a key interface between government agencies, state institutions, and internal teams to enable data sharing, issue resolution, and workflow alignment
• Track project progress, timelines, and deliverables, ensuring adherence to defined milestones
• Facilitate data collection and validation, working closely with stakeholders to support effective implementation
• Identify implementation challenges and provide actionable inputs to strengthen programme delivery
• Support stakeholder engagement through meetings, workshops, and capacity-building initiatives
• Prepare progress reports, presentations, and briefing notes for senior stakeholders
• Contribute to strategy development for scaling renewable energy programmes and enhancing adoption

Qualifications

Master’s degree (preferred) or Bachelor’s degree in renewable energy, engineering, public policy, or a related field

Skill Set

• Prior experience working with government organisations, utilities, or state-level agencies
• Experience in managing or supporting large-scale programmes
• Understanding of renewable energy policies, implementation frameworks, and institutional structures
• Demonstrated experience in multi-stakeholder coordination across agencies
• Strong programme management and coordination skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver within tight timelines
• Willingness to travel for stakeholder engagement

Duration

11 months

We are looking for a Senior Analyst to join the Renewables team at CSTEP. The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in the technical, analytical, and research-oriented aspects of the renewable energy (RE) sector, with a particular focus on solar photovoltaics, performance analysis, and techno-economic assessments. The candidate should demonstrate experience in advanced modelling, research publications, and project execution, and be capable of contributing to high-impact research, policy inputs, and stakeholder engagement.

The role requires the ability to independently manage research assignments, mentor junior team members, and deliver high-quality outputs aligned with organisational objectives.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to advanced research on renewable energy technologies, with a focus on solar PV systems.
• Conduct techno-economic assessments of RE systems, including modelling, simulation, and performance evaluation using tools such as PVSyst and HOMER.
• Undertake analytical studies on system performance, degradation mechanisms, and optimisation strategies under varying climatic conditions.
• Develop high-quality research outputs, including technical reports, policy briefs, journal publications, and conference papers for national and international platforms.
• Contribute to proposal development, concept notes, and new project ideas aligned with emerging RE trends and national priorities.
• Engage with stakeholders, including government agencies, DISCOMs, research institutions, and industry partners, for data collection, validation, and dissemination of findings.
• Support capacity-building initiatives, training programmes, and technical workshops for sector stakeholders.
• Mentor team members in research methodologies, modelling approaches, and technical writing.
• Stay updated on global advancements in renewable energy technologies, particularly solar PV, hybrid systems, and emerging applications.

Qualifications

PhD in Renewable Energy / Energy Systems or a related field or Master’s degree in a relevant discipline

Skill Set

• Strong academic and research background in renewable energy, with demonstrated publications in reputed journals and conferences.
• Experience in renewable energy research, modelling, and analysis, with a focus on solar PV performance assessment and system optimisation.
• Expertise in techno-economic modelling and simulation of renewable energy systems.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex datasets and derive actionable insights.
• Experience in developing high-quality research papers, technical reports, and other knowledge products.
• Proficiency in tools such as PVSyst, HOMER, MS Excel, and PowerPoint; programming skills in Python for data analysis and modelling are required.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement, training delivery, or collaboration with government agencies, academic institutions, and industry partners is preferred.
• Excellent technical writing, communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deliver high-quality outputs within timelines.
• Willingness to travel for field studies, stakeholder consultations, and project-related activities.

Duration

3 years

AFARI estimates the energy, emissions, and resources implications of achieving developmental goals such as foo