Various Position: Technical and Research Coordinator, Research Officer

Institute of Himalayan Risk Reduction (IHRR) is an organization established with an objective to assess and understand the risk to contribute to sustainability. Complying with the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction(SFDRR), IHRR envisions to understand the risk and application of interdisciplinary knowledge with Science, Engineering, Technology and Innovation to contribute for risk reduction and bridging of academic research with professionals and policymakers for sustainability.

The team consists of professionals with expertise and experiences in the field of disaster risk management in understanding the risk, conducting academic research, and field-level implementations in Nepal and different parts of the world.

Position 1

Senior Technical & Research Coordinator

The Institute of Himalayan Risk Reduction (IHRR) invites applications for a full-time position based in Lalitpur, Nepal. IHRR works on disaster risk reduction, climate resilience and applied research relevant to Nepal and the Himalayan region.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Candidates are encouraged to apply early. Final deadline

9 November 2026.

IHRR seeks a technically sound professional to provide scientific leadership across research and programmes, maintain technical quality, coordinate multidisciplinary teams and supervise technical and programme staff. The post holder will work closely with the Executive Director and support research development, partnerships and scientific publications.

This role combines scientific oversight with research and programme coordination. The Coordinator will guide methods and technical standards, support teams to deliver quality outputs, and help ensure that scientific findings inform practical programme and institutional decisions.

(Also review the detailed responsibilies in the TOR available)

Master's degree in Engineering, Geosciences, Hydrology, Climate Science, Disaster Risk Management or a related discipline.

Preferably 5+ years of relevant experience.

Strong expertise in geohazards and/or hydrometeorological hazards.

Excellent Python programming and GIS skills.

Experience in technical report review, research design and scientific manuscript preparation.

At least 1–2 peer-reviewed scientific publications.

Proven ability to supervise technical and programme teams.

Willingness to undertake field research and collaborate with national and international partners.

Submit your Application through Google form Link.

Please find the detailed TOR for the vacancy here.

Final deadline

9 November 2026.

IHRR is committed to equal opportunity, diversity and inclusive recruitment.

Shortlisted candidates may be invited to a role-specific technical assessment and interview. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The Institute of Himalayan Risk Reduction (IHRR) invites applications for a full-time position based in Lalitpur, Nepal. IHRR works on disaster risk reduction, climate resilience and applied research relevant to Nepal and the Himalayan region. We are seeking a dedicated researcher with outstanding quantitative analytical skills, strong scientific writing ability, and a genuine interest in publishing high-quality research.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Candidates are encouraged to apply early. Final deadline

9 November 2026.

Research Officer – Climate, Hydrometeorology and Geohazards

Senior Technical and Research Coordinator or designated supervisor

IHRR seeks a dedicated researcher with outstanding quantitative analytical skills, strong scientific writing ability and a clear interest in publishing high-quality research. The post holder will work with IHRR researchers and national and international scientists on applied research relevant to Nepal and the Himalayan region.

The Research Officer focuses primarily on scientific research, quantitative analysis, research proposals and preparation of manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals. The selected candidate will receive regular research mentorship and contribute to collaborative scientific publications.

(Also review the detailed responsibilies in the TOR available)

Master's degree in Meteorology, Hydrology, Climate Science, Remote Sensing, Geosciences, Engineering or a related discipline.

Strong Python programming and advanced statistical analysis skills.

Demonstrated experience in remote sensing and GIS.

Ability to analyze rainfall, temperature, climate projections and large scientific datasets.

Knowledge of multivariate statistics, PCA, time-series analysis and climate extremes.

Demonstrated authorship or substantial contribution to at least 3 scientific manuscripts or scholarly research outputs; 5 or more preferred.

Excellent academic writing and scientific communication skills.

Strong interest in hydrometeorological hazards, geohazards and disaster risk management.

Your role: Focus primarily on scientific research, quantitative analysis, research proposals and preparation of manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals.

A unique opportunity: The selected Research Officer will work directly with national and international scientists, receive regular research mentorship and contribute to collaborative scientific publications.

Work on critical scientific challenges facing Nepal and the Himalayan region.

Collaborate with interdisciplinary research teams and international experts.

Access opportunities for research mentorship and scientific publications.

Apply advanced geospatial technologies, programming and data-driven approaches.

Contribute to evidence-based disaster risk reduction and climate resilience.

Submit your Application through Google form Link.

Please find the detailed TOR for the vacancy here.

Final deadline

9 November 2026.

IHRR is committed to equal opportunity, diversity and inclusive recruitment.

Shortlisted candidates may be invited to a role-specific technical assessment and interview. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Join IHRR and contribute to advancing science, innovation and resilience in the Himalayas.

IHRR is committed to equal opportunity, diversity and inclusive recruitment.

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