Envirocatalysts is looking for a skilled Meteorologist. The selected candidate will contribute to weather and power demand forecasting models, atmospheric dispersion studies, and the integration of meteorological insights into air quality dynamics. The successful candidate will help us build data products that shape the air pollution, energy transition and industrial decarbonisation trajectory for India. We are seeking a proactive and self-motivated individual with strong leadership qualities, capable of taking initiative and delivering results with minimal supervision.

• Do you have hands-on experience with Coding, Python, R, or similar tools to develop meteorological models, forecast power demand, and analyze air quality data?

• Are you skilled in accessing, cleaning, and interpreting satellite, reanalysis, and observational meteorological datasets?

• Can you develop or apply air quality forecasting and dispersion models (e.g., WRF-Chem, Calpuff etc.) and visualize output effectively for decision-making?

• Are you passionate about applying atmospheric science to tackle air pollution, climate challenges, and public health risks?

Then this role is for you.

About Envirocatalysts

Envirocatalysts is a dynamic research and advisory think tank dedicated to accelerating the clean energy transition and catalysing clean air actions through data-driven insights and policy solutions. We analyze air quality, energy, and industrial decarbonization datasets to drive climate action and improve air quality. Our work serves policymakers, journalists, NGOs, and academics at the intersection of environment, energy, health, and livelihoods.

Job Description

As a Meteorologist, you will play a key role in analyzing weather and atmospheric data to support air quality forecasting, power demand forecasting, pollution dispersion modelling, and climate-related research. Your work will help stakeholders understand how meteorological factors influence pollution dynamics, power demand and generation & inform science-based interventions. You will be responsible for running forecasting models, integrating meteorological and air quality datasets, interpreting results, and contributing to reports, dashboards, and scientific studies.

Responsibilities

• Conduct meteorological and atmospheric modelling to support air pollution studies and forecasts.

• Analyze meteorological data (e.g., wind speed, temperature, humidity, inversion layers) and their interaction with air pollutant dynamics.

• Integrate weather forecasting models with air quality models.

• Develop and refine real-time or near-real-time forecasting tools to predict air pollution episodes.

• Prepare technical reports, policy briefs, and research papers for internal and external stakeholders.

• Represent Envirocatalysts at external conferences, meetings, and media interactions.

• Support additional tasks as required by the organization.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Master’s (M.Tech/M.Sc.) or Ph.D. in Meteorology, Atmospheric Science, Environmental Engineering, or a closely related field.

• Minimum 2 years of demonstrated experience in air pollution research, atmospheric modelling, or weather forecasting.

• Strong command over meteorological modelling tools and platforms (e.g., WRF, HYSPLIT, etc.).

• Experience working with high-resolution meteorological or air quality datasets.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to present findings to technical and non-technical audiences.

• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and deliver results.

Preferred Qualifications

• Expertise in air quality, energy transition, and industrial decarbonization research.

• Experience with power demand forecasting and its correlation with meteorological parameters.

Location

The Meteorologist will be based in New Delhi, India, and is expected to be able to travel occasionally. 

Benefits

• This is a full-time position requiring a long-term commitment, initially offered as a 12-month contract with the expectation of extension. 

• Envirocatalysts provides a competitive and fair compensation package designed to attract and retain top talent.

How to Apply

Kindly fill out the application form available on this page to submit your application.

Guidelines:

• CV: Submit a clear and concise CV, limited to a maximum of two pages.

• Cover Letter: Provide a letter (up to 700 words) explaining why you are an excellent fit for this role and Envirocatalysts. Use specific examples of your experience working with data to showcase your expertise and how it aligns with our mission.

• We value authenticity in our hiring process and encourage you to avoid using AI in your application.
  

Please submit your application by 5 PM IST on 25th August 2025. Shortlisted candidates will be notified within three weeks of the application deadline. 

At Envirocatalysts, we deeply value the time and effort candidates invest in their applications and are dedicated to maintaining clear, timely communication throughout our hiring process. We strive to respond to every email and address all candidate inquiries. If a candidate is no longer being considered for a role, we will notify them promptly and transparently.

Equal Opportunity Employer 

Envirocatalysts is an equal opportunity employer that values the strength of a diverse community and actively encourages applications from individuals with different experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds. The organization is dedicated to fostering a culture of mutual respect, ensuring that all applicants have equal employment opportunities regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, or sexual orientation.