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University of Colorado

Professional Research Assistant - GIS Specialist (GNSS Modernization)

1h

University of Colorado

Denver, US · Full-time · $63,000 – $68,000

About this role

Join the University of Colorado Denver as a Professional Research Assistant - GIS Specialist for GNSS Modernization. This full-time role is part of a collaboration agreement with the National Park Service. Perform position duties in NPS facilities as a CU Denver employee.

Members of the Department of Geography and Environmental Sciences are committed to understanding and tackling profound challenges from social transformations and environmental changes. Classes span environmental, social, and geospatial sciences to appraise the changing world. Provide skills and knowledge for solving urgent problems.

Award-winning faculty conduct cutting-edge research around the world to promote equitable, healthy, and sustainable conditions. The department keeps close ties with diverse local and global organizations. These ties provide professional experiences for students and alumni.

CU Denver is the state's premier public urban research university with top-ranked programs across seven schools and colleges. Leading faculty inspire students to solve complex challenges and produce impactful work. As part of the largest university system, CU Denver contributes significantly to the Colorado economy.

This 12-month position has potential for extension, though not guaranteed. Applications accepted electronically only at www.cu.edu/cu-careers. Subject to federal background investigation for access to NPS IT systems.

Requirements

  • Knowledge of GIS and geospatial sciences
  • Familiarity with GNSS systems and modernization
  • Background in geography or environmental sciences
  • Ability to handle spatial data analysis
  • Eligibility for federal background investigation
  • Skills in appraising environmental changes
  • Experience supporting research collaborations

Responsibilities

  • Perform geospatial analysis for GNSS modernization projects
  • Develop GIS mappings and visualizations for earth science applications
  • Process spatial data related to environmental and social changes
  • Collaborate with National Park Service on research initiatives
  • Support cutting-edge research in geography and environmental sciences
  • Maintain GIS datasets for sustainable conditions and exploration
  • Utilize geospatial sciences to address urgent global challenges

Benefits

  • Employment with University of Colorado Denver
  • Collaboration with National Park Service
  • Work in Department of Geography and Environmental Sciences
  • 12-month position with potential extension
  • Access to NPS facilities and IT systems