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Job - P510 - Fellow [Initiative on Climate, Energy and Environment] @ Centre for Policy Research (Last Date -NA)

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Fellow [Initiative on Climate, Energy and Environment]

Organization: Centre for Policy Research
Location: New Delhi
Industry: Research  
Type: NA
Salary: Remuneration will be commensurate with qualifications and experience
Description: The Initiative on Climate, Energy and Environment invites applications for a Fellow position to begin in July 2021. 
The role of a Fellow is to identify new topics and develop and obtain funding for proposals supporting policy-relevant research projects that employ a range of social research methods. This position requires the capacity to work independently and autonomously on a number of research and policy projects simultaneously.
Applicants must have research interests related to the energy transition in India (both policy and governance), though there is flexibility in the candidate’s specific research areas within this broad fields. While the energy transition can be explored from any entry point, a few themes that the group currently explores include just transitions for coal regions of India, governance of energy transitions, metrics and indicators of progress, energy transition and climate change, sub-national electricity transitions and the changing political economy of energy and electricity. The intention is that the Fellow will develop his or her independent policy research agenda, and will simultaneously work in collaboration with other ICEE faculty. In addition, the Fellow will be expected to contribute and participate in broader research discussions within the Initiative and CPR.  


Responsibilities: 
  • Explore research opportunities, develop research proposals, and design implementation plans
  • Correspond with stakeholders, present research ideas and engage in discussion
  • Undertake and oversee quantitative and/or qualitative data collection using different research tools
  • Prepare clearly written academic publications, analytical reports, and other forms of dissemination of research
  • Mentor and assist staff and early-stage researchers in the organization
  • Engage in appropriate training and professional development opportunities as required by the organization
  • Any other related assignments may be entrusted by the reporting authority
Educational requirements:
  • Applicants must have a Ph.D. in a relevant social science discipline or applied sciences with demonstrable policy engagement. MA/MS candidates will only be considered if the candidate brings considerable policy experience
Experience requirements:
  • 2 years of work experience with demonstrated interest in energy policy, climate policy or governance is highly desirable
Desired Skills:
  • At least 2 publications in refereed journals (highly desirable)
  • Good research and writing skills are essential
  • Ability to communicate and work with a team that draws from diverse disciplines
  • Ability to participate in the Centre for Policy Research’s broader intellectual agenda

Application Instructions: 

  • Please send in your application to climate.initiative.cpr@gmail.com, with subject line “Application: Fellow, ICEE”.
    • Applications should include:
    • A cover letter explaining your suitability for the position
    • A brief statement (not more than 2-pages) of research interests and research plans
    • A curriculum vitae
  • Notification 
Disclaimer: 
  • Candidates with Requisite Experience Only apply that too with relevant cover letter. 
  • The openings provided here is meant for information purposes only. Please cross-verify the details before applying. 

 

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