Work at EPIC-India

EPIC-India’s staff and researchers are passionate about driving change in India. Currently, we are hiring for several positions with varied expertise. Be part of our team! You can also send your resume to contactepicindia@uchicagotrust.org if you want to be part of the talent pool.

Cost Benefit Analysis/Urban Economics Consultant

EPIC India is undertaking a cost-benefit analysis (CBA) of interventions aimed at remediating legacy waste and improving municipal solid waste (MSW) management at Delhi’s Ghazipur landfill. The project evaluates ongoing and proposed technologies, such as biomining, waste-to-energy, composting, biomethanation, and RDF, by comparing economic costs, social benefits, and environmental trade-offs under different waste management scenarios.

The Consultant will play a pivotal role in shaping and implementing this economic evaluation. They will work closely with EPIC’s internal team, TERI (technical partner), and government agencies to ensure that the cost indicators, benefit assumptions, and scenario design are rigorous, data-driven, and policy-relevant.

Location: Delhi, India (with field travel) Start Date: July 15, 2025 – February 28, 2026 (8 months)
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Assistant Research Manager

EPIC India is seeking a full-time Assistant Research Manager to work directly with leading practitioners in the energy and environment community, policy researchers affiliated with EPIC India and senior government officials involved in energy and environmental issues across India.

The ideal candidate possesses a mix of economics, analytical, interpersonal & communications skills and is passionate about working with cross-functional groups to drive large-scale impact in energy and environment sector.

Location: Jaipur, Rajasthan Start Date: June 10, 2025
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