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.