Wanted:

SENIOR COORDINATORS TO MANAGE ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAMMES

THE CENTRE FOR SCIENCE AND ENVIRONMENT

Research Associates (2): Msc/M.Tech in Analytical/ Applied Chemistry with about 6-7 years on-hands experience in laboratory work, well-versed in handling instruments like the GC, HPLC, NDIR and capable of conducting analytical tests independently. Computer literacy is desirable.

Our salaries will match the best in academic and other research institutions.

SENIOR COORDINATORS TO MANAGE ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAMMES

The Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) is an established policy research institution based in New Delhi. CSE needs senior professionals to coordinate its different programmes. Our coordinators are part of our senior management team; they are knowledgeable and skilled professionals who are also managers and team leaders; they understand programme planning, scheduling and believe in ensuring quality. We work within a tight deadline culture and need senior colleagues who share our commitment to bringing about change through knowledge based activism. We need coordinators for the following programmes:

Health and Environment unit: To research the impact of environmental degradation on public health – from waterborne diseases, vector-borne to air pollution and cancers. You have a science background, preferably medical science, but with a keen interest in communicating research and building a network with doctors and researchers across the country.

Poverty and Environment unit: To coordinate research on rural ecological regeneration programmes and the governance structures that enable communities to take action. You have a social science background but with interest in policy research and advocacy. Work involves travel and coordination of networking, organising meeting, web-based databases etc.

River Pollution unit: A research and advocacy programme to study the state of water pollution and to network with affected communities and researchers to press for policy changes. You have a background in policy research, preferably a scientific background. Work involves travel and coordination of networking, organising meetings, web-based databases etc.

For all positions: You have a minimum 10 years in research, journalism or activism and are self-driven. You must have management experience and most all an ability to deal with multiple tasks and undertake multidisciplinary research. We can offer exciting and stimulating work environment with growth opportunities. Salary will not be a constraint. We match the best academic and professional salaries for your experience.

Coordinator-Information Services
Professionals in information sciences and must have at least three years work experience in a senior position combining administrative as well as documentation skills.

Documentation Associates Library/Audio Visual Unit
Graduates, preferably with a knowledge of computers. Qualifications in library10 science will be preferred.
For Audio Visuals Unit knowledge of photography, familiarity with publishing and photo research will be given preference.

Assistant Coordinator-Systems
You are proficient in computers. You have knowledge of hardware, software and networking. Can administer large networks based on Novell/Windows NT. Your knowledge of handling Database, Website and Internet will be an added asset.

Ms. Jagdeep Gupta
Centre for Science and Environment
41, Tughlakabad Institutional Area, New Delhi-110062
Tel: 6083394/6399/1110 Fax: 6085879 E-mail: Jagdeep@cseindia.org

Research on Global Environmental Negotiations

Assistant Coordinator, Climate Change:

To coordinate an international campaign on equity in climate change negotiations. Work will mean keeping abreast of developments, planning a campaign strategy and then writing, researching and organising to push for change.

Research and Programme Associates:

Work would include:

• Reporting and policy research on scientific and policy developments
• Communicating research by writing articles and papers
• Writing and producing a monthly newsletter on climate change
• Organising meetings and conferences – in India and abroad
• Maintaining databases and correspondence with international scientists and policy makers

Ms. Jagdeep Gupta
Centre for Science and Environment
41, Tughlakabad Institutional Area, New Delhi-110062
Tel: 6083394/6399/1110 Fax: 6085879 E-mail: Jagdeep@cseindia.org

India’s leading fortnightly science and environment newsmagazine needs

COPY EDITORS

Resourceful individuals with excellent communication and rewriting skills, a basic understanding or willingness to deal with scientific issues, proficiency at copy editing and five years of experience in the publishing industry.

REPORTERS

Young graduates (with a background in science preferred) full of drive, vigour and initiative who wish to make a successful career in environmental journalism. Work involves extensive travel to farms, factories and villages. You must be committed to investigation and have a nose for news and events.

Your compensation package will be structured to match the best in the industry.

Send your detailed curriculum vitae within ten days:

We need
VOLUNTEERS FOR OUR DELHI OFFICE
who want to get involved in a cause.Young, old or retired does not matter.

The Centre for Science and Environment needs you to work on:

research,
organising activities, and
documentation.

Please indicate
What kind of work would you like?
How much time can you spare?
And, when can you do so?

Volunteers receive a daily allowance of
Rs 100

The Centre for Development and Environment Policy (CDEP) at IIM Calcutta has been established with the purpose of acting as a platform for interdisciplinary research, training and professional interaction in crucial policy issues related to development and environment. The CDEP is looking for a number of young and energetic professionals with deep interest in policy research related to development and environment, at both local and global levels.

Job Description : Applications are invited for positions of Junior Research Fellow(s) and Post Doctoral Research Fellow(s). These are full-time positions with a consodilated stipend and a fixed 2-year term. The selected candidates will have the challenging task of undertaking collaborative research and help the CDEP faculty members in the publications and training activities in one or more of the following areas on which the Centre’s activities are presently focussed. These areas are:

• Sustainable Development : Concepts and Assessment
• Environmental Economics
• Integrated Land and Water Management
• Industry, Trade and Environment
• Science, Environment and Global Governance
• Infrastructural and Human Resource Development

Minimum Qualification : For the position of the JRFs the minimum qualification is MA/MSc/M.Tech/MBA or equivalent, while for the PDRFs it is a doctorate. Those who have submitted doctoral thesis and expect to get the degree soon may also apply. Proven ability to undertake independent research and produce high quality publications would be preferable.

Compensation: The appointment of the JRFs and PDRFs would be made with a consolidated stipend. For the JRFs the amount of the stipend will be fixed in the range of Rs 7,000 to 9,000 per month. Candidates having only MA/MSc/M.Tech/MBA or equivalent qualifications will be eligible for a monthly stipend of Rs 7,000. For others with higher qualifications or proven research output, a higher stipend may be considered. In the case of the candidates for PDRFs, those with a fresh doctorate would be offered a monthly stipend of Rs 12,000. For candidates with better qualification, experiences and publications a higher stipend may be considered.

On Campus Accommodation: Successful candidates will have the option of availing on campus accommodation in the post-graduate hostels at reasonable costs. The IIM Calcutta campus is located in a picturesque site on the Diamond Harbour Road at Joka near Calcutta.

CSE is a public interest organisation, researching and
disseminating information on science and environment.