The International Water Management Institute (IWMI), a CGIAR Research Center, is seeking a motivated early career professional to join its headquarters in Battaramulla, Sri Lanka, as an Assistant Research Officer - Water Data Science
The Assistant Research Officer \u2013 Water Data Science will collaborate on water-related projects, developing Python algorithms for efficient data processing, utilizing remote sensing techniques, and maintaining IWMI\u2019s AI models. Essential skills include proficiency in big data technologies, GIS software, and cloud computing platforms.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Work closely with senior data scientists and researchers to analyse and interpret water-related data for various projects and initiatives.
- Develop and implement Python-based algorithms, models, and scripts to process, analyse, and visualize water data efficiently.
- Utilize remote sensing techniques and tools to collect, process, and interpret satellite and aerial imagery for water-related applications.
- Analyse extensive water-related datasets using statistical methods, machine learning, and utilizing Generative AI techniques to extract actionable insights.
- Develop predictive models leveraging Computer Vision methods and/or Large Language to enhance Models for the water system and contribute to resource planning and risk mitigation strategies.
- Contribute to the enhancement and maintenance of hydrology models, ensuring their accuracy and reliability.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to integrate data science methodologies into water management and decision-making processes.
- Communicate findings and results effectively through reports, presentations, and visualizations.
Requirements
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
Essential,
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Water Resources Engineering, Hydrology, Environmental Science, Data Science, Computer Science, or a related field.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Essential,
Benefits
This is a nationally recruited position and only Sri Lankan nationals will be considered. IWMI offers a competitive salary and benefits package, inclusive of health insurance, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, and long-term disability coverage. The duration of the contract will initially be for a period of three years with the possibility of extension.
HOW TO APPLY:ย Apply for the position by following the application instructions atย www.iwmi.org/jobs. We will be accepting applications through 24:00 (IST) on December 28, 2025 (applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis). Your application must include a CV, cover letter, and three (3) references, which may be contacted if you are shortlisted. Receipt of all applications will be acknowledged, but only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
IWMI believes that diversity powers our innovation, contributes to our excellence, and is critical for our mission. We offer a multi-cultural, multi-color, multi-generational and multi-disciplinary working environment. We are consciously creating an inclusive organization that reflects our global character and our commitment to gender equity. We, therefore, encourage applicants from all cultures, races, ethnicities, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientations, and gender identities.