IIM Ahmedabad Research Associate Recruitment 2026: ESG, Climate Change & Sustainable Finance
IIM Ahmedabad Recruitment 2026 invites applications for Research Associate in ESG, climate change and sustainable finance. MA/MSc Economics candidates can apply. Freshers and candidates with up to 2 years of experience are eligible. Apply by 31 August 2026.
Date Posted: 17th August 2026
Organization: Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIMA)
Organization Profile
The Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIMA) is a premier management education and research institution in India. IIMA invites applications for a Research Associate position to support research led by Prof. Amit Garg, National Investment & Infrastructure Fund (NIIF) Chair in Environment, Social & Corporate Governance (ESG).
The position offers an opportunity to work in the areas of Economics, ESG, climate change, sustainable finance, data analytics and policy-oriented research.
Job Title / Designation
Research Associate
Research Areas
The selected candidate will work in areas including:
- Environment, Social & Corporate Governance (ESG)
- Climate Change
- Sustainable Development
- Sustainable Finance
- Climate Policy
- Financial Disclosure Frameworks
- Economics
- Data Analytics
- Public Policy
Employment Type
Contractual
Initial Duration
6 Months
The appointment may be extended depending on performance and project requirements.
Experience
- Freshers can apply.
- Candidates with up to 2 years of experience are eligible.
Educational Qualification
Candidates should possess a Master’s degree in Economics, such as:
- MA Economics
- MA (Honours) Economics
- MSc Economics
Desirable Skills
Preference may be given to candidates with:
- Knowledge of Python
- Knowledge of R
- Proficiency in Excel
- Data analytics skills
- Basic understanding of ESG
- Knowledge of climate change
- Understanding of sustainable finance
Key Responsibilities
The selected Research Associate will contribute to:
- Quantitative and economic analysis.
- Statistical modelling and AI-based research/training using R, Python and Excel.
- ESG-related research and data analysis.
- Analysis of climate-related financial disclosures.
- Research involving ESG, BRSR, TCFD, SASB and SFDR frameworks.
- Supporting Indian funds and companies in aligning with international sustainability frameworks.
- Literature reviews covering climate policy, climate-related financial disclosures and sustainable finance.
- Secondary data collection, cleaning and analysis of large datasets.
- Supporting capacity-building workshops and training modules on ESG and climate reporting.
- Preparing research reports and academic papers for publication.
- Project administration and institutional coordination.
Job Location
Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
Salary Details
As per IIMA norms
Apply Mode
As per the official IIMA recruitment announcement
Last Date to Apply
31st August 2026
How to Apply
Interested and eligible candidates should refer to the complete official recruitment announcement issued by IIM Ahmedabad for the application procedure, required documents and submission instructions.
Candidates are advised to carefully review the official recruitment information and submit their applications before the deadline.
Important Note
This opportunity is particularly relevant for candidates with an Economics background who are interested in ESG, climate change, sustainable finance, sustainability reporting, data analytics and policy research.
Organization Address
Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIMA)
Vastrapur,
Ahmedabad – 380015,
Gujarat, India.
