Heat-Risk Professional

Company Description

CSTEP is one of India’s leading think tanks dedicated to enriching policymaking through innovative approaches leveraging science and technology, aimed at achieving a sustainable, secure, and inclusive society. Our research team focuses on climate, environment, sustainability, energy, AI for social impact, and new materials. We strive to be the foremost institution for policy analysis in India, recognized by the Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India as a Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation. CSTEP is supported by both domestic and international foundations, industry trusts, and governments, and donations made to CSTEP are eligible for exemptions under section 80(G) of the Income Tax Act, 1961.

Role Description

This is a full-time hybrid role for a Heat-Risk Professional. The role includes researching and analyzing data related to heat risks, developing risk mitigation strategies, and collaborating with teams for implementing heat-risk projects. The professional will also be responsible for preparing detailed reports and presenting findings to stakeholders. This role will be located in India with some work-from-home flexibility. Lead the design and implementation of national- and city-scale heat risk mapping and analysis frameworks, aligned with IPCC AR6 methodologies and tailored to India’s rapidly urbanising regions. The professional will:

• Oversee climate data processing and analysis, and develop compound and cascading risk models that integrate heat, flood, and drought interactions using statistical and machine learning approaches.
• Guide spatial analysis and GIS-based mapping of hazards, exposure, and vulnerability for integration into interactive dashboards and decision-support tools.
• Ensure scientific accuracy and policy relevance by providing technical oversight for data-driven visualisation platforms.
• Collaborate with national and state agencies to embed risk analytics into planning and policy decision-making processes.
• Develop research publications, policy briefs, and presentations that enhance CSTEP’s thought leadership in climate and disaster risk domains.
• Mentor analysts and senior analysts, contribute to proposal development and fundraising, and support capacity-building initiatives with government and civil society partners.

Qualifications

• Data Analysis and Research skills
• Risk Assessment and Mitigation strategy development skills
• Experience in Climate Science, Environmental Studies, or a related field
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in using relevant software and tools for data analysis
• Ability to work independently and in team settings
• Experience with report writing and presenting findings
• PhD or Master’s degree in Climate Science, Atmospheric Science, Environmental Engineering, Geography, or Geoinformatics, with specialisation in heat stress, urban climatology, or multi-hazard risk modelling.
• 6–10 years of post-qualification experience in climate risk analysis, heat modelling, or adaptation planning, preferably within applied research or policy environments.