Part-Time India Partnerships & Operations Consultant

Cascade Climate

. Lead partnerships and operations for a coordinated research network on Enhanced Rock Weathering in India .

Posted 10/30/2026contractRemote • IndiaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing agricultural research partnerships and operations, with a strong focus on Enhanced Rock Weathering and its integration into climate and agriculture goals. Proficient in coordinating multi-site field trials and building relationships with diverse stakeholders in the Indian agricultural landscape.

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5+ Years Experience In Agriculture ResearchFluency In English And HindiExperience Overseeing Logistics And ImportationStrong Attention To Detail For Field TrialsWorking Knowledge Of Indian Agriculture

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementField Research CoordinationSoil ScienceAgronomyClimate-Smart AgricultureGeochemistryScientific TestingRisk Identification And MitigationData AnalysisMulti-Institutional Collaboration

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingTrust-Based CommunicationPresentation SkillsAttention To DetailCross-Cultural Collaboration

Industry Keywords

Enhanced Rock WeatheringAgricultural ResearchClimate ResearchIndian Agriculture PolicyCarbon MarketsFunding MechanismsResearch InstitutionsGovernment AgenciesNGOsStakeholder Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead partnerships and operations for a coordinated research network on Enhanced Rock Weathering in India
Establish ERW field trial sites with government and academic research institutions
Prioritize soils and cropping systems where trials can expand knowledge of ERW efficacy and complement agriculture and climate goals
Support site identification, diligence, and operational planning
Monitor and support the launch and execution of field research
Identify project-quality or timeliness risks and implement solutions with Indian partners and Cascade’s global team
Manage agricultural input selection, scientific testing, domestic transport, and international importation of equipment and materials
Ensure field and laboratory work follows rules and regulations in a timely and cost-effective manner
Build relationships with agricultural research, government, policy, university, ERW, and industry stakeholders across India
Coordinate with host research institutions, Principal Investigators, research teams, government agencies, ERW industry partners, and Cascade’s global team
Represent Cascade with research, policy, and industry stakeholders across India

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience in the agriculture, agricultural research and/or climate research space in India
English and Hindi fluency required
Experience building trust-based relationships with government agencies, policy stakeholders, NGOs, and/or scientific institutions
Experience overseeing partners’ work planning and logistics, including domestic and international transport and importation
Strong attention to detail for coordinating multi-site field trials
Experience presenting program objectives or scientific findings to senior stakeholders
Working knowledge of Indian agriculture, research institutions, and government agencies
Ability and willingness to work across time zones with Cascade employees in the US
Must be legally authorized to work in India at the time of application
Preferred: experience coordinating multi-institutional research projects or partnerships
Preferred: experience with agricultural field research stations, soil science or agricultural research laboratories in India
Preferred: understanding of Indian agricultural research systems, funding mechanisms, and institutional structures
Bengali fluency preferred
Familiarity with India’s agriculture policy landscape, carbon markets, or financing schemes preferred
Background in soil science, agronomy, climate-smart agriculture, or geochemistry valued but not required
Familiarity with carbon removal, ERW, or soil amendment research valued but not required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive monthly retainer and/or hourly rate commensurate with experience and scope
Initial 12-month contract with possibility of extension
Remote work arrangement
Part-time schedule with flexible time allocation
Consultants may invoice monthly