Job Status : |
Part Time, Contract |
Company : |
University of Minnesota |
Posting Date : |
September 29 |
Closing Date : |
October 6 5:00 PM Eastern |
Relevant Experience : |
1 Year(s) |
Number of Positions : |
1 |
Location : |
Twin Cities, Minnesota |
Category : |
Academia and Education GIS Remote Sensing
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This vacancy has expired and is for reference only. University of MinnesotaGeospatial Support Assistant
Required/Preferred Qualifications
Required Qualifications: Undergraduate in GIS, Geography or related field Strong problem-solving skills Able to work in a fast-paced environment and learn quickly Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects at once Effective oral and written communication skills Ability to work independently as well as with others Preferred Qualifications: Focus in GIS, Remote Sensing, Cartography, Imagery Analysis, or Computer Science One year of previous GIS job experience and/or study Remote Sensing experience Work-study students may be given priority
Duties/Responsibilities: The position duties include but are not limited to: 1) assisting polar researchers from other institutions in obtaining and manipulating imagery, 2) creating custom map and data products, 3) manipulating and editing geographic datasets, and 4) managing long-term mapping and data storage projects with other student assistants.
Program/Unit Description
About the Polar Geospatial Center: The Polar Geospatial Center provides geospatial support, mapping, and GIS/remote sensing solutions to researchers and logistics groups in the polar science community. We collaborate with scientists to complete their research goals in a safe, timely, and efficient manner by providing a service which most groups do not have the resources or expertise to complete. Our goal is to introduce new, state-of-the-art techniques from the geospatial field to effectively solve problems in the least mapped places on Earth. Visit our website: www.pgc.umn.edu
Application Instructions
To apply, complete the online U of M application at https://employment.umn.edu and provide a detailed work history and attach a resume with a cover letter, 2 references, and any other supporting materials or examples of previous work. Student positions are a form of financial support while pursuing an education at the University of Minnesota.
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