Job Opportunity: Research Assistant (Forestry, Botany, Environmental Science) – 2025 | ANSAB Nepal
Are you passionate about conservation, biodiversity, and sustainable trade? ANSAB (Asia Network for Sustainable Agriculture and Bioresources), in collaboration with TRAFFIC International and other global partners, is implementing a UK Government-funded Darwin Initiative project titled “Scaling conservation of Himalayan plants and fungi through sustainable trade.”
This high-impact environmental project aims to promote sustainable management of Himalayan medicinal plants and fungi, improve local livelihoods, and encourage equitable trade and value addition in the ecologically sensitive Himalayan regions of Nepal.
To support this initiative, ANSAB is hiring Research Assistants for short-term field positions to help conduct a national-level resource inventory of high-value medicinal plants and fungi.
🌿 Key Responsibilities:
✅ Field Data Collection
- Assist inventory team leaders in conducting field surveys
- Support species data collection and GPS recording
- Ensure proper care of field equipment, plant samples, and datasheets
✅ Reporting & Documentation
- Assist with data entry
- Help in preparing the final inventory report
🌄 Inventory Locations:
The research will take place in 27 Himalayan districts, organized into five regional clusters:
- Cluster 1: Darchula, Bajhang, Bajura
- Cluster 2: Humla, Mugu, Jumla, Kalikot, Jajarkot, Dolpa, Rukum West
- Cluster 3: Rukum East, Rolpa, Myagdi, Mustang, Manang, Kaski, Lamjung, Gorkha
- Cluster 4: Dhading, Rasuwa, Sindhupalchok, Dolakha, Ramechhap
- Cluster 5: Solukhumbu, Sankhuwasabha, Taplejung, Panchthar
Target Species Include:
Yarsagumba, Jatamansi, Guchi Chyau, Panchaaule, Satuwa, Setakchini, Sugandhawal, Kakoli, Kutki, Padamchal, and Attis.
🎓 Eligibility & Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Forestry, Botany, Environmental Science, or related field
- Experience in ecological or botanical surveys is a plus
- Ability to identify Himalayan medicinal plants is an advantage
- Physically fit and willing to work in challenging mountain conditions
- Strong teamwork skills
- Master’s students in relevant fields are encouraged to apply
🌐 How to Apply:
Qualified applicants should send:
- A recent Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- A cover letter
- Names and contact details of two referees
Send your application to: 📧 jobs@ansab.org.np
Subject line: Application for Research Assistant Position
📅 Deadline: July 20, 2025
💡 Why Apply?
- Contribute to biodiversity conservation
- Be part of an internationally funded environmental project
- Gain hands-on field research experience in the Himalayas
- Opportunity for career growth in forestry, botany & environmental sciences
🧡 ANSAB is an equal opportunity employer.
Candidates from disadvantaged communities are encouraged to apply. Female applicants will be given priority without compromising merit and ability.
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. Telephone inquiries will not be entertained.