The Research Associate & GIS Specialist will be responsible for collecting and analyzing GIS data, producing project maps and reports, conducting literature reviews, and supporting community outreach and events related to dune and canyon Nature-based Solutions (NbS) for coastal resilience.

Your Day-to-Day Work:

Collecting and Analyzing GIS Data (25%)

Project Mapping and Reporting (30%)

Conducting Literature Reviews (20%)

Assisting with Community Outreach and Events (25%)

Supporting Other Operational Functions as Needed:

Assist in maintaining an organized, well-functioning shared office environment and digital file systems, including consistent folder naming, version control, and documentation.

Support other project staff and partners with set up and break down for events.

Provide other staff with GIS analysis and mapping support, as needed and approved by Supervisor.

Required Skills/Abilities:

Strong foundation in GIS, geography, environmental science, ecology, climatology, urban planning, natural resource management, or a related field (Bachelor’s degree preferred).

Advanced proficiency with Esri software, including ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, Spatial Analyst, and Field Maps, to manage file geodatabases and produce publication-quality mapping outputs.

Experience conducting landscape-scale and parcel-level spatial analyses involving habitat suitability, land use, hydrology, biodiversity, or climate resilience datasets.

Ability to synthesize and organize scientific literature and technical data into clear maps, reports, and decision-support tools for both technical and community audiences.

Solutions-oriented mindset with a proven ability to problem-solve and manage workload independently.

Excellent organization and time management skills.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Ready to apply?

Please include a resume, cover letter and a link or PDF that shows a publicly available sample of your GIS work (e.g., a web map, story map, map product, or spatial analysis).

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