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Posted: 25-Mar-23
Location: Lincoln, Nebraska
Salary: Open
Internal Number: 85130
Requisition Number: S_230321
Department: Biological Systems Engineering-0833
Description of Work:
Ranked as one of the best employers in the state of Nebraska, the University of Nebraska is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success and satisfaction. By joining our team, you will be given opportunities to grow as an individual and contribute to the significant impact that we make within the University of Nebraska community and Nebraska's economy each year.
We invest in our employees:
- Vacation, sick, and holiday pay
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- No-cost life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Retirement plans
- Tuition assistance for full-time employees and dependents
- Exclusive staff discounts
- Continuous improvement and innovation
- Professional development through training and education
- A diverse and inclusive workplace
- And many more!
As a GIS Specialist I, you will:
- Conduct GIS data analyses using a wide variety of geospatial datasets from agricultural field research project(s) (i.e., the NRATE project) focusing on nitrogen management.
- Acquire, organize, and curate geospatial datasets, perform analyses on such datasets, and develop preliminary data summaries.
- Work with other team members and project management to prepare figures, images, and maps to be used as visualization tools for research, extension, and educational activities.
- Visit field sites periodically to validate data collection methods and provide input to other project personnel on geospatial data collection practices.
- Present results of geospatial analyses to internal and external audiences.
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees' differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See: http://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination.
Minimum Required Qualifications:
B.A./B.S. in geography, computer science, statistics, natural resources, GIS, ag systems technology, or related field required plus two years experience with GIS applications specifically ESRI ArcGIS and ArcGIS Pro, statistical applications, and environmental modeling/applications preference will be given to applicant with R or MATLAB experience. Excellent computer and organizational skills as well as, oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Preferred Qualifications:
M.A./M.S. in geography, computer science, statistics, natural resources, GIS, ag systems technology, or related field. Preference may be shown for individuals with advanced degrees. Four years experience in one or more of the following or one year of experience with a MA/MS 1) advanced skills in the ESRI ArcGIS, ESRI ArcGIS Pro, R and MATLAB packages, 2) familiarity with ERDAS IMAGINE or Exelis VIS ENVI, 3) experience with ESRI ArcGIS Server, ArcGIS Online (AGOL) and Google Earth Engine, and 4) familiarity with geoweb services including but not limited to; image, feature, map, kml, json, geojason and OGC services.
Posted Salary: $48,000 minimum
Job Type: Full-Time
About University of Nebraska Lincoln
With over 25,000 students, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln is a diverse educational insitution with international stature. The intellectual center for the state of Nebraska and beyond, we are a land-grant, top tier national research-extensive insitution. Part of the Big Ten conference, Big Ten Academic Alliance, our mission includes growing relationships and resources that enable the University of Nebraska to change lives.
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