We are seeking a Senior Associate to join the Air Quality Policy and Outreach
team at CSTEP. This role involves contributing to air pollution studies,
developing strategies for government stakeholders, and producing high-quality
research outputs. The role involves statistical analysis, developing and
applying mathematical models, preparing emissions inventories, and applying key
economic concepts. It also involves analysing and visualising data to generate
actionable insights and ensuring timely delivery of project outputs.

Responsibilities

* Conduct action-focused research, including stakeholder mapping, engagement,
and policy analysis.
* Develop emissions inventories for different polluting sectors.
* Perform policy gap analysis and examine drivers of policy change through
literature reviews and stakeholder feedback.
* Assist the team in multidisciplinary projects, proposal writing, report
writing, and project development.
* Work on industrial emissions, including surveys and field visits.
* Participate in relevant conferences, workshops, and training programmes to
develop a comprehensive understanding of air pollution risks.
* Develop air quality indicators relevant to the Indian context, working
closely with the Atmospheric Composition Observations and Modelling teams.

Qualifications

Master’s/PhD degree in Environmental Sciences,



Atmospheric Sciences,
Sciences, Public Policy, Statistics, or relevant fields.

Skill Set

* Sound knowledge of NCAP, city action plans, 15th Finance Commission
reporting, and air quality management and policies in India.
* Explicit understanding of how to develop emissions inventories for air
pollutants across different sectors. Experience in industrial emissions
estimation is preferred.
* Understanding of recent developments in the air quality sector.
* Good understanding of air pollution mitigation technologies and experience
in cost analysis.
* Knowledge and hands-on experience in programming languages and data
analysis tools such as Python or R. Experience with data visualisation tools
such as Tableau and Power BI is preferred.
* Excellent knowledge of MS Office Suite.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to
communicate technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences.
* Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary and cross-functional teams.
* Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality outputs
within timelines.
* Willingness to travel, as required, for fieldwork, stakeholder
consultations, workshops, and other project activities.

Duration

36 months

📌 Senior Associate (Bengaluru)
🏢 Air Quality Policy and Outreach
📍 Bengaluru