Geospatial​/Scientific Analyst

Location:

On-site — DeKalb or Urbana, IL (with possible support to other Mid‑Continent science centers)

Support cutting‑edge water and earth science as a Geospatial / Scientific Analyst. You'll build and analyze geospatial datasets, develop scientific applications, and turn complex environmental data into usable products — directly enabling research and resource‑management decisions at a federal science center.

• Perform the full suite of GIS tasks using ArcGIS (and extensions), ERDAS, ENVI, Geo Server, and open‑source tools; acquire, create, edit, and manage vector and raster datasets
• Conduct spatial analysis and modeling, including image processing, classification, and feature extraction
• Develop and maintain scientific applications and data pipelines; program in Python, R, C++, C#, .NET, and/or VBA with proper documentation
• Provide statistical support (e.g., R, SAS) and relational database management (Access, MySQL, PostgreSQL) for spatial and non‑spatial applications
• Create and maintain FGDC/ISO‑compliant metadata; support data life‑cycle management and archiving
• Support GPS/telemetry data collection, differential correction, and format conversion as needed

$95,000 - $99,840 a year

• Bachelor's degree in GIS, geography, computer science, hydrology, environmental science, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Hands‑on experience with ArcGIS and geospatial data management
• Programming proficiency in one or more of:
  Python, R, C++, C#, .NET
• Experience with relational databases and metadata standards
• Ability to obtain and maintain a federal background investigation; U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency

• Experience with remote sensing / image processing (ERDAS Imagine, ENVI)
• Experience with high‑throughput or high‑performance computing
• Background supporting water science, environmental modeling, or a federal science agency

Akicita Federal is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Akicita Federal complies with the Indian Preference provisions of the Indian Self‑Determination and Education Assistance Act (P.L. 93‑638) where applicable.