CALL FOR APPLICATIONS
Volunteer Research Assistants (RA) and Field Enumerators
Nirmol Bangladesh invites applications from motivated and dedicated individuals to join an ongoing international research project on eutrophication monitoring in the south-western coastal region of Bangladesh using the GEM-in-a-Box toolkit. The project focuses on assessing water quality, ecosystem health, and coastal resilience in the Sundarbans-adjacent areas.
Positions Available
02 Research Assistants (RA)
02 Field Enumerators
02 Field Enumerators
Project Duration
11 April 2026 –
10 July 2026
10 July 2026
Position Type
Voluntary (No salary)
Operational costs covered
Operational costs covered
Field Locations
Khulna, Satkhira, and Bagerhat
📅 Field Work Schedule
- Field visits are required every weekend (Friday and Saturday).
- Field data collection period: 24 April to 30 May 2026.
📋 Key Responsibilities
Field Activities
- Participate in coastal field data collection using scientific instruments.
- Conduct sampling in mangrove and coastal environments.
- Assist in handling GEM-in-a-Box equipment and follow field protocols.
Laboratory Work
- Perform laboratory analysis within 36 hours after sampling.
- Assist in measuring water quality parameters such as nutrients, dissolved oxygen, and related indicators.
- Maintain proper documentation and data records.
Data and Research Work
- Support data cleaning, processing, and preliminary analysis.
- Assist in preparing inception reports, final reports, and research papers.
Training
- Two mandatory free training sessions will be provided before fieldwork.
- Training will cover instrument handling, sampling protocols, safety procedures, and field practices.
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must have a background in Oceanography, Environmental Science, Climate Science, or a related discipline.
- Applicants must have a strong interest in field-based research and coastal ecosystems.
- Willingness to travel outside Dhaka on a regular basis is required.
- Commitment to the full project duration is mandatory.
🌟 Benefits
- Opportunity to be part of an international research project.
- Hands-on experience in field and laboratory-based scientific research.
- Authorship opportunity in research publications.
- Professional certification from Nirmol Bangladesh.
- Exposure to research networks and collaboration opportunities.
- A minimal conveyance allowance will be provided, and operational costs will be borne by Nirmol Bangladesh.
🚀 How to Apply
Applications will be submitted online via Google Form. Please ensure you have your updated CV and Cover Letter ready in PDF format before starting the application.
Apply via Google Form
⏳ Application Deadline: 07 April 2026, 11:59 PM