Geospatial Data Analyst or GIS Librarian
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Job No: 21226
Department: Great Lakes Research Center
Work Type: Staff - Full Time
Location: Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
Full Time / Part Time: Full Time
Categories: Research
Department: Vice Pres For Research
Sub Department: Great Lakes Research Center
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals
with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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Job Description Summary
The Geospatial Research Facility (GRF) at Michigan Technological University invites applications for a full-time Geospatial Data Analyst or GIS Librarian to join the interdisciplinary research community in the Great Lakes Research Center. The GRF is seeking
a highly motivated, intellectually curious professional interested in supporting research in GIS for environmental and social scientists. This individual will support multiple projects from across the campus community working directly in a collaborative environment
with faculty and research scientists to solve geospatial research questions, develop GIS methodologies, document and manage geospatial data, and support the development and deployment of GIS web services and apps. The successful candidate will have a solid
background in geographic information systems, geospatial databases, and the suite of ESRI GIS products especially ArcGIS Enterprise.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned)
1. Participate as a collaborative team member on multi-disciplinary research that applies GIS techniques and tools to environmental and social science topics and problems.
2. Manage geospatial data and accessibility within ArcGIS Enterprise systems.
3. Execute data management plans.
4. Provide geospatial analysis and geostatistical evaluation for research projects.
5. Contribute to the generation of externally funded research proposals.
6. Manage university geospatial research data portal, develop training material, and broad user support.
Required Education, Certifications, Licensures (minimum requirements)
Masters degree in geographic information science, geography, library or information science (with focus on GIS), data science, computer sciences, or similar related field
OR
Bachelors degree in geographic information science, geography, library or information science (with focus on GIS), data science, computer sciences, or similar related field, and 3 years related professional or research experience
Required Experience (minimum requirements)
Experience with database management systems, such as but not limited to, PostGRE SQL Server
Recent experience with ESRI ArcGIS Enterprise or similar suite of products and services
Recent experience in geospatial data management
Experience with desktop GIS applications, such as but not limited to, ArcGIS Desktop and ArcGIS Pro
Desirable Education and/or Experience
PhD
Experience working in a research environment
Experience in geospatial analysis and geostatistics
Experience managing projects and developing GIS methodologies for environmental and social science research
Experience developing and writing research proposals
Understanding of common programming languages such as Python, Javascript, PHP, and working with ESRIs ArcGIS APIs.
Experience developing and maintaining metadata
Required Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities (minimum requirements)
Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
Demonstrated ability to contribute in collaborative research projects
Commitment to maintaining an inclusive culture in the workplace
Desirable Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities
Highly motivated, self-directed, collaboratively minded individual
Interest in emerging technologies and methodologies
Ability to communicate with a broad range of user groups including faculty, staff, and students
Experience collaborating with tribal nations and other partners from diverse backgrounds