Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Position in an Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF)-Funded Project

Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

The Ashoka Trust for Research in Ecology and the Environment (ATREE) in Bangalore is seeking applications for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF). This role is part of the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF)-funded project, “Reconstream: Systematic Reconstruction of Long-Term Streamflow Records in Indian Rivers Using Geomorphology-Guided Machine Learning”.

This project aims to establish long-term streamflow records for Indian river basins by integrating hydrological modelling, remote sensing, geospatial analysis, climate change research, and field observations. The successful candidate will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to develop innovative, science-based strategies for climate-resilient water resource management and support informed decision-making amidst changing climate conditions.

Fellowship: As per ANRF norms

Location: ATREE, Bangalore

Employment Type: Full-Time

Why Join This Project?

• Contribute to high-impact research in hydrology, climate resilience, and sustainable water resource management.


• Engage in a collaborative and interdisciplinary research environment at ATREE, with opportunities to work alongside researchers from the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore.


• Gain opportunities to publish research in leading peer-reviewed journals and present findings at national and international conferences.


• Acquire practical experience with hydrological models, geospatial technologies, remote sensing, and climate change research.


• Benefit from professional growth through collaboration with leading scientists, policymakers, and practitioners.


• Conduct hydrological modelling, geospatial analysis, and climate change research.


• Process and analyse remote sensing, GIS, and hydro-meteorological datasets.


• Assist in field surveys, data collection, and validation of model outputs.


• Prepare technical reports and scientific publications.


• Collaborate with interdisciplinary research teams and engage with project stakeholders.


• Present research findings at meetings, workshops, and scientific conferences.


• Undertake other project-related responsibilities as assigned by the Principal Investigator.

Applicant Qualifications

• A Master’s degree in Hydrology, Water Resources Engineering, Soil and Water Conservation Engineering, Geoinformatics, or a closely related field.


• Preference will be given to candidates holding GATE, NET, or other national-level eligibility qualifications.


• A strong understanding of hydrological processes, watershed hydrology, and the impacts of climate change on water resources.


• Demonstrated knowledge or research experience in hydrological modelling, remote sensing, geospatial analysis, and climate change.


• Proficiency in at least one hydrological model (e.g., SWAT, VIC, HEC-HMS, or other conceptual or process-based hydrological models).


• Experience with geospatial and programming tools such as QGIS, ArcGIS, Google Earth Engine, Python, or R.


• Excellent analytical, technical writing, communication, and problem-solving skills.


• The selected candidate will be expected to undertake occasional field visits as required.

Interested candidates should submit their application via email, including the following:

• An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).


• A cover letter detailing research interests, relevant experience, and suitability for the role.


• A one-page summary of the Master’s dissertation or any relevant research/project work.


• Contact information for two academic or professional referees.

Please send your application as a single PDF to ashish.kumar@atree.org, with a copy to radhika.reddy@atree.org. Use the subject line: “Application for JRF – Reconstream“.

For any inquiries about the position, please contact Dr. Ashish Kumar at ashish.kumar@atree.org.

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Closing Date for Applications: July 19, 2026

Application Period: July 7, 2026 – July 19, 2026