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    Research Specialist II - Austin, United States - Texas A & M University Corpus Christi

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    Job Title

    Research Specialist II

    Agency

    Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

    Department

    Harte Research Institute

    Proposed Minimum Salary

    Commensurate

    Job Location

    Corpus Christi, Texas

    Job Type

    Staff

    Job Description


    TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations.

    We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs).

    The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs.

    As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.


    TAMU-CC's beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews.

    Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities.


    From our generous benefits package and professional development opportunities, to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence, the Island University is an engaging and rewarding place to work.

    Learn more information here


    PURPOSE

    • The Coastal and Marine Geospatial Lab (CMGL) in the Harte Research Institute (HRI) of Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi is seeking to add a Research Specialist focused on coastal geoscience to our team. CMGL is a multidisciplinary group studying past changes, mapping current conditions, and modeling future changes in coastal environments. GIS and Remote Sensing Specialists, Geoscientists, Biologists, Data Scientists, and Modelers collaborate to gain a better understanding of how past and ongoing processes, such as sea level rise and hurricanes, have and will change coastal environments. We place the results of our work in the context of improving natural and human resilience and hence work with other groups at HRI studying socio-economics, policy, and ecosystem science. Applicants will be evaluated for the Research Specialist I, II, or III level depending on qualifications.

    DESCRIPTION
    Research: 100%

    Job Duties


    • Coordinate and conduct field research and lab analysis.
    • Organize data collections and prepare metadata.
    • Compile, process, visualize, and analyze geospatial datasets.
    • Prepare research reports, presentations, and web products as deliverables.
    • Assist in the preparation of proposals and scientific manuscripts.
    • Attend meetings to make presentations and represent the institute as needed.
    • Perform other duties as assigned.

    WHAT YOU WILL NEED

    • Bachelor's Degree in Geology, Physical Geography, Environmental Science, Biology, Marine Science, or related field.
    • Six (6) years of related experience to include experience in conducting scientific studies of coastal environments, project report preparation, and developing and applying geospatial datasets.
    • Additional education may be used as a substitute for the minimum experience requirement:
    • Masters degree and four (4) years of experience.
    • Doctoral degree and two (2) years of experience
    • Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
    • Intermediate skills in ArcGIS geospatial software.
    • Ability to work well on an interdisciplinary research team.
    • Ability to conduct field research in remote and varying environmental settings.

    WHAT THEY WOULD LIKE TO SEE

    • Master's degree in Geology, Physical Geography, Remote Sensing, Environmental Science, Marine Biology, Marine Science or related field.
    • Research experience on coastal or marine problems.
    • Knowledge of coastal environments and biophysical processes
    • Experience with geospatial data processing and management
    • Experience with remote sensing imagery and lidar
    • Competent in scientific programming and model building of geospatial data
    • Advanced knowledge of ArcGIS software

    SALARY:

    COMMENSURATE

    • This is a grant funded position and is contingent upon funding.
    All positions are security-sensitive.

    Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

    Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.


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