Job ID: 288591

Research Assistant

Foundation For Agrarian Studies

Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka

Apply by: 27 Mar 2026

Relevant Sectors

Agriculture, Livelihoods, Microfinance, Rural, Urban

Monitoring, Evaluation, Policy, Research

Research Assistant
About FAS: The Foundation for Agrarian Studies (FAS) is a charitable trust established in 2003 and based in Bangalore, India. It is engaged in field-based research on agrarian issues. The major objective of the Foundation is to facilitate multi-disciplinary theoretical and empirical research in the field of agrarian studies in India and other less-developed countries. The employee strength of the Foundation is around 12-15.

Work Location: 677, First Floor, 9th A Main Road, Indiranagar 1st Stage, Bengaluru 560038.

Position: Research Assistant

Joining Date: Early April

Duration: 1 year

Purpose: FAS invites applications for the position of Research Assistant to work on research projects titled "Digital Agriculture in India" and "The Dynamics of Agricultural Innovation in India."

Tasks:

Systematic review of literature
Assistance in conducting qualitative interviews with various stakeholders
Assistance with data analysis and report writing.
Documentation of project activities
Assistance in coordinating all project-related events
Travel to different regions of India for project activities, including fieldwork
Essential requirements

Master's degree in Economics, Social Sciences, Public Policy, Science Policy, Development Studies, or a related field
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English
Strong coordination and organisational skills
Experience in managing events
Desirable qualifications

Proficiency in one or more of the following languages: Telugu, and Hindi
Academic interest/experience in the area of science and technology, and agriculture
Emoluments: As per industry standards

Application Deadline: March 27, 2026

Apply here
Please fill out the application form for the position.

Director,
Foundation for Agrarian Studies
677, First Floor, 9th A Main Road,
Indiranagar 1st, Bengaluru
India 560038

Email: hr_ops[at]fas[dot]org[dot]in

FAS is an equal opportunity employer and appreciates diversity among its personnel. The selection process does not discriminate on the basis of gender, caste, religion, sexuality, or age.

Job Email ID:

hr_ops(at)fas.org.in