Job Description: We are seeking a mature hardworking and diligent candidate with superior skill technical sets in Geospatial (Image and Spatial Analyses, Data Modelling, Deep Learning, Machine Learning (AI) and Programming) to work with a range of research projects. The projects may consist of multidisciplinary thematic areas including but not restricted to Climate Change, Urban Planning, Decarbonization, Disaster Management and other relevant global areas of scientific investigations.
The candidate must be passionate and able to work intuitively and independently with minimal guidance for long hours on the computer by using a wide array of data including satellite, geographic and vendor based and opensource software and datasets. S/he must be skilled in writing detailed technical reports/narratives and manuscripts for possible publication in peer-reviewed journals/conferences and designing informative presentations and posters using Microsoft Office, Adobe Photoshop suite of software as well as other relevant software.
S/he must have experience in analyzing and modelling geospatial data, and in using software (QGIS, ArcGIS, ENVI, Cloud-Platforms like Google Earth, AWS etc.) and wherever they fall short have the propensity to learn skills by using the abundantly available learning aids (You tube, tutorials, manuals etc.). The ideal candidate will have superior time management skills and be able to work under pressure and collaborate with other staff at the Center. The position may involve other relevant tasks as assigned by the Director of BGCCCI to whom the candidate will report.
Summary of skillsets required by the candidate.
1. Analytical skills (Geospatial, Deep and Machine Learning (AI), Vendor based geospatial software and platforms – ENVI, ArcGIS, QGIS, Google, AWS, and Opensource software/s)
2. Report Writing & Presentation (Technical and Non-Technical using suite of Software including Visio, PPTX, Adobe Photoshop, Office)
About the Center: BGCCCI is a satellite institute that was established in 2014 (3rd October) under the CUNY CREST Institute . The mission of the Center is to promote Research and Education in Geospatial Technology and its applications to the Science Technology Engineering Art and Mathematics (STEAM). The Center has received funding from the United States National Science Foundation (NSF), National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) and an industry consortium. The Center has trained over 500 participants and conducted collaborative cutting-edge research in STEAM disciplines.
To learn more about the Center please visit the following websites.
https://www.geospatialcentercunycrestinstitute.com/
https://www.bcc.cuny.edu/academics/geospatial-center-of-the-cuny-crest-institute/
POSITION SUMMARY
Title: Part time Research Associate
(Hourly rate: -$47/hr. (NTA)
Maximum allowable hours / week = 15hrs. a week
Total available work hours - Spring session -225 Fall = 225 Summer session =175 Winter session= 75).
Eligibility: Masters/currently enrolled in a master’s degree program in a U.S. University and be enrolled in a computer science/data science/programming/geospatial degree or a relevant program.
Work status: US Citizen/Green Card Holder/Valid Work Visa- mandatory.
Working hours: To be determined in consultation with candidate (Max of 15hrs. a week but may vary depending on the status of the candidate). For example, Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday (9:00am to 2:00pm)
Workplace: BGCCCI/Center, Office of Academic Affairs, Bronx Community College-City University of New York, 330 Meister Hall, 2155, University Avenue, Bronx, New York-10453. Tel: 1-718-289-5523 Fax: 1-718-289-5548. Mode: Mostly In-person although Hybrid may be considered on a flexible basis.
*Following a preliminary interview all candidates may be required to apply on the College website
Job Types: Part-time, Temporary
Pay: $40.00 - $47.00 per hour
Expected hours: 15 per week
Schedule:
Work setting:
- In-person
- Office
- University
Experience:
- Research: 2 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Bronx, NY 10453 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Bronx, NY 10453: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person