ATREE seeks a dedicated Field Coordinator for a lake restoration initiative in Bengaluru, tackling lake contamination and boosting biodiversity. Check the link for details. https://atree.org/career/field-coordinator-in-biodiversity-of-lake-restoration-project-at-water-and-society-programme/
Appointments and Emoluments: The initial appointment will be for 1 year, with a three-month probation period. Opportunity of renewal subject to satisfactory progress. Salaries at ATREE are competitive and at par with other academic institutions in India.
Water and society programme – The programme aims to work towards achieving a water-secure future for society through interdisciplinary knowledge generation and dissemination, policy engagement, capacity building, and partnerships for equitable and sustainable water management and democratic water governance. To advance the knowledge, we adopt an approach of integrated water resources management and acknowledge an intricate interplay between natural and human systems within complex waterscapes. Our strategy integrates diverse knowledge streams, particularly hydrology encompassing surface water-groundwater interactions, political ecology, and science, technology, and society to analyse and address water-related issues by leveraging our expertise in geospatial tools and nature-based solutions.
About ATREE: The Ashoka Trust for Research in Ecology and the Environment (www.atree.org) is one of South Asia’s leading conservation and environmental research organisations. ATREE seeks to address pressing environmental challenges through interdisciplinary research, teaching and active engagement with civil society and policymakers.
For information on ATREE’s Water and Society programme, see https://www.atree.org/programmes/water-and-society/
ATREE fosters autonomy, professional growth, diversity and gender equity at the workplace. Women and persons from underprivileged groups are especially encouraged to apply.
Procure plants and related materials as per project requirements.
Coordinate with nurseries, vendors, and suppliers.
Conduct field-based and desk-based research activities.
Assist senior researchers in implementing project interventions.
Participate in field visits and stakeholder engagement.
Analyse data from field studies to assess the effectiveness of restoration efforts and biodiversity health.
Work with interdisciplinary teams to integrate biodiversity research with other aspects of lake restoration.
Bachelor’s or Diploma in Botany, Horticulture or related field.
1–2 years of experience in research or field-based roles.
Familiarity with plants, nurseries, and ecological projects preferred.
Strong research, communication, and analytical skills.
Proficiency in MS Office and basic data analysis tools.
Ability to work in field conditions and travel as required.
Team-oriented with strong organisational skills.
Proficiency in the Kannada language is a must
Please direct your questions regarding this position to hr@atree.org
Only candidates who are shortlisted for the interview will be contacted.