Research Specialist; GIS Specialist

Research Specialist (GIS Specialist)

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Research Specialist (GIS Specialist) for the Center for Urban Policy Research (CUPR). Reporting to the Associate Director of the Center for Urban Policy Research (CUPR), the Research Specialist (GIS Specialist) position is responsible for supporting the data management, analysis, and visualization efforts within the Center's Data Informatics Group (DIG) and for the NJ Climate Change Resource Center, which is also under the directorship of the Associate Director.

This position is responsible for supporting the development of data analysis efforts for the NJADAPT Program, which focuses on developing new datasets, analysis efforts, and visualizations to support the various web applications utilizing interactive web-mapping, analytical tools, and data-driven snapshots/dashboards around the impacts of climate change on New Jersey. In addition, the Research Specialist (GIS Specialist) position will take a role in a grant-funded project from the New Jersey Office of Emergency Management, leading the development of datasets and analytical workflows among a team of full-time and graduate student employees to support the statewide hazard mitigation planning efforts.

As a member of the Data Informatics Group at CUPR, the Research Specialist (GIS Specialist) will provide support to a multitude of projects across various disciplines, working with research faculty and supporting the development of analytical methodologies and visualizations to meet the diverse needs of the unit's stakeholders. Overall, the position will be responsible for the entire life cycle of data within the two programs and will have three primary focuses: data management, data analysis, and data visualization.

FLSA
- Exempt

Grade - 05

Salary Details

Minimum Salary -

Mid Range Salary -

Maximum Salary -

Offer Information
- The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits
- Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:
Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable) Life insurance coverage Employee discount programs

Position Status
- Full Time

Working Hours

Standard Hours - 37.50

Daily Work Shift

Work Arrangement
- Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the Flex Work@RU Application System.

Union Description
- Admin Assembly (MPSC)

Payroll Designation
- People Soft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment
- Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility - ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience
- Master's degree in planning, public policy, public informatics, data science, data informatics, geography, statistics, or other related field with geographic information systems components; or Bachelor's degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates knowledge and understanding of geographic information systems (GIS) and spatial datasets, plus at least 2 years of experience working in a GIS-related field.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Experience using geographic information systems (GIS) and spatial…