Postdoctoral Research Associate I, GIS and Mapping

University of Arizona

life insurance, vision insurance, sick time

United States, Arizona, Tucson

Nov 09, 2024

Postdoctoral Research Associate I, GIS and Mapping
Posting Number	req21092
Department	Water Resources Resrch Ctr-Ext
Department Website Link	https://wrrc.arizona.edu/
Location	Main Campus
Address	Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights	The Water Resources Research Center is seeking candidates for a GIS and Mapping Postdoctoral Research Scholar I. This candidate will work with partners, including local, state, nonprofit, private, sector, federal, and academic, to assist with the development of data analysis and mapping projects, including an update to the Arizona Water Map Poster. The candidate may work with Technical Advisory Committees to develop data analysis and visualization goals, use ArcGIS to perform data analysis and visualization, work with large datasets, and create maps using an iterative and co-productive design approach to communicate complex data and science to audiences ranging from subject matter experts to laypersons. The candidate will document data processing procedures for future use; develop long term data handling, use, and storage plans; create online platforms for visualizing and sharing data; and provide general advice to other projects on best practices. The candidate will also provide general mapping and data analysis support for other WRRC projects related to water resources and management as needed. Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here.
Duties & Responsibilities	Project Development: Work with Technical Advisory Committees and other stakeholders to understand questions and needs related to water resources and management; Use iterative and co-productive approach to develop visualization strategies to communicate complex concepts and answer questions. Data Analysis and Visualization: Identify potential data sources to answer stakeholder needs, perform analysis of large and complex datasets, develop paper maps, digital maps, story maps, online hubs; document data analysis methods and procedures for repeat, future use. Communication and Reporting: Communicate analysis results to diverse audiences ranging from general public to subject matter experts; Prepare articles, bulletins, presentations, and other communication material based on project work. General Support: Develop and document data sharing agreements and long-term data storage plans; Provide GIS subject matter expertise and advice in consultation to other projects. Knowledge Skills & Abilities: Expertise in science communication to diverse audiences. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, written, oral, and visual. Advance knowledge of ESRI suite. Familiarity with water resources in the Southwest United States.
Minimum Qualifications	PhD in Water Resource Management, Natural Resources, Geography or related discipline upon hire. Experience in advanced geospatial applications acquired through formal training.
Preferred Qualifications	Advance degree or certification in a relevant field such as geographic information systems, geospatial information science, etc. Experience with at least one scripting language (e.g., Python) Experience with large data sets, including aerial and satellite imagery data. Experience with science communication. Experience applying open access and open science principals.
FLSA	Exempt
Full Time/Part Time	Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week	40
Job FTE	1.0
Work Calendar	Fiscal
Job Category	Research
Benefits Eligible	Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay	$61,008
Compensation Type	salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Type of criminal background check required:	Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies	1
Target Hire Date	1/6/2025
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates	Jamie McEvoy, jmcevoy@arizona.edu
Open Date	11/5/2024
Open Until Filled	Yes
Documents Needed to Apply	Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and Two Additional Documents
Special Instructions to Applicant	Please provide resume/CV, cover letter, published writing sample demonstrating communication of complex ideas to a diverse audience and a writing sample that includes maps or other visualizations that demonstrate technical skill in explaining complex data.
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