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Job Status :   Full Time, Employee
Company :   University of Delaware
Posting Date :   July 8
Closing Date :   OPEN
Relevant Experience :   4 Year(s)
Number of Positions :   1
Location :   Newark, Delaware
Category :   GIS
Remote Sensing
Research and Analysis
Reference Number :   102967

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University of Delaware

Research Associate III - GIS/LIDAR Analyst

Deadline: Open until filled

Pay Grade: 30E

 

CONTEXT OF THE JOB:

The mission of the Delaware Geological Survey (DGS) includes the systematic investigation of the hydrology of Delaware; exploration and research pertaining to the water, mineral and other Earth resources, preparation of reports and maps presenting its findings, and provision of factual information and advice to the officials and citizens of Delaware.

 Under limited direction of the Director, the Research Associate will focus efforts on a program that complements DGS’s leadership in geological, natural hazard, and flood mapping; and will lead activities in compiling, processing, and distribution of lidar-based elevation and geologic data resources. The primary goals for this position are to provide high-quality elevation data products (e.g. custom lidar processing, development of DEMs, topographic contours) as well as the management and distribution of lidar and other Earth science geospatial data that benefit the public at large, the business community, and agencies at all levels of government. Delaware has recently received lidar data, flown in early 2014 at Quality Level 2 specifications, for the entire state.  The Analyst will be on the forefront of lidar processing and analysis, while working with stakeholders, partners, and agency staff to develop and implement new ways of accessing and using lidar data to meet a variety of geology, geomorphologic, geoscience and other land use and natural resource needs. The Research Associate will develop, maintain, analyze, plan, integrate, coordinate and support geographic, geomorphologic and geologic based information and related computer applications that directly support the critical scientific functions of the DGS.  This position includes data processing, information management and distribution method, and database administration.  As DGS computer applications use a variety of languages and software products, this position requires a high level of application development and support, monitoring and problem resolution, technical project management, and strategic planning. 

 

 

This is a temporary position and will be funded for one year, with extension contingent on continued funding, and success of the program.

 

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Plan, monitor, and implement technical projects using secure, reliable, industry-standard techniques.
  • Track projects to ensure projects are completed on time and budget; communicate assignments, expectations, status, funding and other project-related information to the project team and outside DGS stakeholders, as needed.
  • Develop project deliverables, including geospatial data layers, metadata, web mapping products, management information reports, and other documentation.
  • Integrate multiple applications and methodologies from separate areas of DGS’s activities, to provide compatible and enhanced functionality across projects.
  • Provides instruction and presents project findings and/or methods to other DGS staff members and at local or regional workshops, conferences, and other meetings.

 

Operations Support for Web, Database, and GIS Applications

  • Assist DGS staff in the support and maintenance of scientific computer software applications and in developing data management and backup procedures.
  • Works with large geoscience datasets and relational databases in GIS and other software packages and formats to support and improve internal data management and operational workflow.
  • Works with other DGS staff to develop, support, and maintain web mapping services, web pages, and other web-based applications; help prepare datasets and information for public distribution.
  • Researches, analyzes and implements, as needed, both current and emerging technologies and approaches for the storage, processing and distribution of geoscience spatial data to ensure DGS applications and databases meet appropriate requirements.
  • Diagnose and resolve root causes/problems with applications; document problem resolution procedures and reference materials.

 

DGS Lidar Program

  • Processes, visualizes, and edits lidar point cloud data and digital elevation models; develops elevation model derivatives such as hillshade and elevation contours; and generates custom DEMs and other elevation products through GIS and other software

 

  • Coordinates and leads workshops and training on the use of lidar and topographic data to ensure State and other agencies and DGS stakeholders are aware of lidar and the benefits of the DGS lidar products.
  • Visually inspects and performs QA/QC on lidar data  products received by DGS; performs fieldwork, such as GPS surveying, as necessary for quality control and error estimation of lidar and other elevation data products
  • Works with other local, state and federal agencies and other groups regarding research and planning decisions related to lidar and elevation data products in Delaware.
  • Provides input for further development of the DGS Lidar Program to stay current with lidar industry and geospatial standards and technical capabilities.

 

WORKING CONDITIONS

The work of this position is primarily in the office working with desktop and server-based computers.  Periodic field work to perform quality assurance and quality control work related to lidar data collection. May be required to lift up to 50 pounds. Period overnight travel for meetings or to conduct field work. Works daily with other DGS staff and as needed with outside project managers and/or environmental scientists to develop and deliver computer-produced data, web, and mapping services products and tools.

 

QUALIFICTIONS:

  • Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree (preferred), in geography, earth science, engineering or related field with four years of technical experience (professional, consultative, or academic) designing, constructing, managing, analyzing, or distributing geospatial earth science information.
  • Strong demonstrated skills in manipulating and processing of digital elevation models (DEMs), generating derivative products from DEMs and lidar point data (e.g., elevation contours, reclassification), and utilizing breaklines and bathymetric data in the construction or modification of digital terrain models (DTMs); working knowledge in the theory and application of lidar data collection.
  • Experience with database management, developing web-based data dissemination tools, and GIS tools and applications.

Strong demonstrated skills in the use of GIS software and geospatial processing of both raster and vector Earth science data; ArcGIS products preferred; experience in the use of multiple GIS and image processing packages (Global Mapper, GDAL) and programming is a plus

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QUALIFICTIONS:

  • Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree (preferred), in geography, earth science, engineering or related field with four years of technical experience (professional, consultative, or academic) designing, constructing, managing, analyzing, or distributing geospatial earth science information.
  • Strong demonstrated skills in manipulating and processing of digital elevation models (DEMs), generating derivative products from DEMs and lidar point data (e.g., elevation contours, reclassification), and utilizing breaklines and bathymetric data in the construction or modification of digital terrain models (DTMs); working knowledge in the theory and application of lidar data collection.
  • Experience with database management, developing web-based data dissemination tools, and GIS tools and applications.
  • Strong demonstrated skills in the use of GIS software and geospatial processing of both raster and vector Earth science data; ArcGIS products preferred; experience in the use of multiple GIS and image processing packages (Global Mapper, GDAL) and programming is a plus.
  • Experience with managing large and disparate datasets and relational databases, such as Oracle and spatial databases, such as ESRI file geodatabase format.
  • Experience in preparing datasets and digital scientific information for public distribution through web services, web pages, and other online media; use of ArcGIS Online and hosting/maintaining websites are a plus.
  • Experience using high-accuracy/RTK GPS surveying, conversion of data among multiple horizontal and vertical datums, and fieldwork for quality control or verification of data.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to apply technical solutions to multi-disciplinary, science-based problems.
  • Ability to apply information technology performance measures and evaluation processes.
  • Strong oral presentation and communication skills, along with project planning and proposal writing.
  • Ability to effectively collaborate with research team members within and outside the DGS.

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