About MGC
Vision – To improve the quality of life of communities by applying global knowledge to local context.
Mission – To create new knowledge through rigorous research, build societal capacity for environmental protection, advocate policies that are environment friendly and reach out to communities for their support to environmental causes.
Mu Gamma Consultants Private Limited is a research and consultancy organization aimed at improving the quality of life of communities through environment-friendly solutions, drawing knowledge from global best practices and applying it to the local context. We aim to create a sustainable society. We support organizations that are committed to contributing toward the success of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals by helping them identify the right tools, strategies, and actions for achieving sustainable development. Our team of professionals, including scientists, researchers, and consultants, have over three decades of extensive experience at the national and international levels. We have implemented research projects on Plastics & Chemical Pollution; Marine litter (Plastics and Hazardous Chemicals); International Knowledge hub; Emerging Contaminants in food drinking water and riverine systems; Capacity Building and Education; and Contribution to National and International policies/Treaties on waste management. We partner with National and State Governments of India, universities, leading environmental research institutions, civil society organizations, and think tanks/public policy research institutes of national and international repute. MGC has implemented several research projects, developed numerous knowledge products (policy papers/publications), and won several awards for exemplary performance at the national and international levels.
MGC is an equal opportunity employer.
Research Associate (Waste Management)
Responsibilities:
Organization: Mu Gamma Consultants (MGC) Pvt Ltd
Reference Number: RA-WM-23-01
Applications to: avanti@mugammaconsultants.com
Issuance Date: Friday, 5 May 2023
Closing Date: COB, Saturday, 20 May 2023
Contract Duration: 1 Year
Under the leadership and supervision of the Mentor/Supervisor, the successful candidate shall carry out the following tasks:
- Contribute to the research, academic and capacity development activities in water resource management aspects (within different environmental matrices).
- Support the process of research/knowledge product development such as policy briefs, technical reports and research articles etc.
- Contribute to the activities such as literature review, meeting and workshop organizations and liaison with partners.
- Travel to project locations for field assessments and consultations with communities, stakeholders, capacity building activities, etc.
- Assist in the development of new research projects and contribute to the activities of national policies on relevant subject, fundraising activities for projects including project proposal development, contacting and maintaining dialogues with potential donors, and other work related to fundraising.
- Assist with the development of information, knowledge creation for capacity building and social media activities.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the Mentor/Supervisor.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
- Master’s degree in Environmental Sciences/Studies, Physical and Social Sciences or any of the disciplines in Engineering.
- Minimum two (2) years of work experience/knowledge in research in sustainable waste management projects.
- Experience in drafting and publishing scientific papers.
- Experience with drafting project proposals is highly desirable.
- Strong motivation and ability to carry out research in an interdisciplinary environment.
- Proficiency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of Hindi or any other Indian language would be an asset.
- Ability to work within agreed timelines and to communicate clearly and effectively.
- A good team player with strong interpersonal skills demonstrated by the ability to work in a multicultural environment.
Duty Station:
Gurugram, Haryana, India
Remuneration:
Remuneration will be commensurate with qualification and experience of the successful candidate.
Duration of Contract:
This is a full-time employment (40 hours per week) for a fixed period of one (1) year (renewal will be subject to performance) on a Mutual Agreement with MGC.
Starting Date: As soon as possible
Application Procedure:
Interested applicants should submit their applications by email (to avanti@mugammaconsultants.com), and must include the following:
- A cover letter setting out how the qualifications and experience match the requirements of the position
- A curriculum vitae
- The email subject must comply with the format: Last Name/ First Name / RA-WM-23-01
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Please note that applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
Research Associate (Water Resource Management)
Organization: Mu Gamma Consultants (MGC) Pvt Ltd
Reference Number: RA-WRM-23-01
Applications to: nathaniel@mugammaconsultants.com
Issuance Date: Friday, 5 May 2023
Closing Date: COB, Saturday, 20 May 2023
Contract Duration: 1 Year
Responsibilities:
Under the leadership and supervision of the Mentor/Supervisor, the successful candidate shall carry out the following tasks:
- Contribute to the research, academic and capacity development activities in water resource management aspects (within different environmental matrices).
- Support the process of research/knowledge product development such as policy briefs, technical reports and research articles etc.
- Contribute to the activities such as literature review, meeting and workshop organizations and liaison with partners.
- Travel to project locations for field assessments and consultations with communities, stakeholders, capacity building activities, etc.
- Assist in the development of new research projects and contribute to the activities of national policies on relevant subject, fundraising activities for projects including project proposal development, contacting and maintaining dialogues with potential donors, and other work related to fundraising.
- Assist with the development of information, knowledge creation for capacity building and social media activities.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the Mentor/Supervisor.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
- Master’s degree in Environmental Sciences/Studies, Physical and Social Sciences or any of the disciplines in Engineering.
- Minimum two (2) years of work experience/knowledge in research in sustainable waste management projects.
- Experience in drafting and publishing scientific papers.
- Experience with drafting project proposals is highly desirable.
- Strong motivation and ability to carry out research in an interdisciplinary environment.
- Proficiency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of Hindi or any other Indian language would be an asset.
- Ability to work within agreed timelines and to communicate clearly and effectively.
- A good team player with strong interpersonal skills demonstrated by the ability to work in a multicultural environment.
Duty Station:
Gurugram, Haryana, India
Remuneration:
Remuneration will be commensurate with qualification and experience of the successful candidate.
Duration of Contract:
This is a full-time employment (40 hours per week) for a fixed period of one (1) year (renewal will be subject to performance) on a Mutual Agreement with MGC.
Starting Date: As soon as possible
Application Procedure:
Interested applicants should submit their applications by email (to nathaniel@mugammaconsultants.com), and must include the following:
- A cover letter setting out how the qualifications and experience match the requirements of the position
- A curriculum vitae
- The email subject must comply with the format: Last Name/ First Name / RA-WRM-23-01
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Please note that applications received after the closing date will not be considered.