Responsibilities
· Participate in ongoing research projects by:
· Prepare professional geographic maps for online applications and print publications, using advanced cartographic skills.
· Researching and developing attribute databases; maintaining databases.
· Maintaining GIS hardware and software; installing software and upgrades; troubleshooting software issues and providing technical support.
· Responding to requests for information and data.
Qualifications
· An MS degree or PhD in geography, environmental science, forestry or related discipline is preferred.
· Experience with GIS applications, tools, and resources including geodatabase configuration and management and common APIs and tools, in particular ESRI ArcGIS (desktop and server) and Python programming language.
· Proficiency in GIS/RS software including some or all of the following: ArcGIS Desktop 10.x, ArcGIS Server, ERDAS Imagine, Idrisi, ENVI
· Experience in spatial analysis and modeling.
· Strong analytical skills, including raster analysis, generating statistics and indicators from spatial data, automating common tasks are a plus.
· Proficiency in graphics software (e.g., Adobe Photoshop and/or Illustrator) with an ability to produce high quality maps for publication is a plus.
Salary and Benefits
The appointment is initially for one year with possibility of renewal. Salary is commensurate with experience and skills. Applications, including a cover letter (in English), copy of a CV, and the names and addresses of three referees, should be sent by email to [log in to unmask] Informal inquiries are welcome via email.
About OIST
The Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology is a new interdisciplinary research institute and graduate university located in the beautiful seaside village of Onna-son, adjacent to coral reefs and subtropical forest. The institute is international by design; the working language is English and researchers are split between Japanese and foreign nationalities. Knowledge of Japanese is not required, and our relocation staff will assist you with moving to Okinawa and setting up your life. For more information on OIST, see recent articles in Nature (http://www.nature.com/news/2011/110629/full/474553a.html) (http://www.nature.com/nature/journal/v474/n7353/full/474541b.html), the Economist(http://www.economist.com/node/21540228).