Part-Time India Partnerships & Operations Consultant

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in India.

📋 Description

• Oversee partnerships and operations for a coordinated research network focused on Enhanced Rock Weathering in India.

• Set up ERW field trial locations in collaboration with government and academic research institutions.

• Focus on soils and cropping systems that enhance understanding of ERW effectiveness while supporting agricultural and climate objectives.

• Aid in the selection of sites, due diligence, and operational planning.

• Supervise and assist with the initiation and execution of field research activities.

• Recognize project-related risks concerning quality or timelines and execute solutions in collaboration with Indian partners and Cascade’s global team.

• Manage the selection of agricultural inputs, scientific testing, domestic logistics, and the international importation of equipment and materials.

• Ensure compliance with rules and regulations in field and laboratory operations, maintaining timeliness and cost-effectiveness.

• Cultivate relationships with stakeholders in agricultural research, government, policy, university, ERW, and industry sectors throughout India.

• Coordinate with host research institutions, Principal Investigators, research teams, government entities, ERW industry partners, and Cascade’s global team.

• Represent Cascade among research, policy, and industry stakeholders across India.

⛳️ Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in agriculture, agricultural research, and/or climate research within India.

• Proficiency in English and Hindi is essential.

• Demonstrated ability to establish trust-based relationships with government entities, policy stakeholders, NGOs, and/or scientific organizations.

• Experience in overseeing partner work planning and logistics, including both domestic and international transport and importation.

• Strong attention to detail is required for coordinating multi-site field trials.

• Proven experience in presenting program objectives or scientific findings to senior stakeholders.

• Familiarity with Indian agriculture, research institutions, and government agencies.

• Willingness to collaborate across time zones with Cascade employees in the United States.

• Must possess legal authorization to work in India at the time of application.

• Preferred: experience in coordinating multi-institutional research projects or partnerships.

• Preferred: background in agricultural field research stations, soil science, or agricultural research laboratories in India.

• Preferred: understanding of Indian agricultural research systems, funding mechanisms, and institutional frameworks.

• Bengali fluency is preferred.

• Familiarity with India’s agricultural policy landscape, carbon markets, or financing schemes is preferred.

• A background in soil science, agronomy, climate-smart agriculture, or geochemistry is valued but not mandatory.

• Familiarity with carbon removal, ERW, or soil amendment research is valued but not required.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive monthly retainer and/or hourly rate based on experience and scope.

• Initial 12-month contract with the potential for extension.

• Flexible remote work arrangement.

• Part-time schedule with adaptable time allocation.

• Consultants may submit invoices on a monthly basis.