| Position Number | H0171W |
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| Position Title | GIS Specialist |
| Employment Category | Hourly |
| Location | William & Mary |
| Department | 3KM100 Global Research Institute |
| Unit Mission Statement |
The Global Research Institute (GRI) empowers teams of William & Mary students and faculty to make a difference in the world. We are a multidisciplinary hub that applies scholarly research to real world problems, investing in outstanding student and faculty scholars to catalyze new insights and cultivate the next generation of global leaders. Based in the Office of the Provost, GRI supports a whole of university approach to advance W&M by developing ideas, convening partners, creating and analyzing data, and inventing new methods. The Institute’s approach to incubate and scale and applied research helps researchers push research frontiers and produce insights that matter at W&M and beyond. At any time, under the auspices of the Institute there are several research projects, most grant-funded, with the largest being AidData.
AidData produces novel data, tools, and research that answers the question: who is funding, what, where, for whom, and to what effect around the world? AidData’s Tracking Underreported Financial Flows team has an explicit focus on data and research that meets high academic standards but is also accessible and relevant for a broad audience of international relations practitioners, policymakers, journalists, and scholars. AidData’s work is made possible by generous financial support of international organizations such as the World Bank and United Nations, private philanthropies such as the Hewlett and Gates Foundations, and government agencies such as the US Department of State and USAID. |
| Position Summary |
AidData seeks two versatile GIS Specialists to join its team. Responsibilities include:
Our team values adaptability, curiosity, and creativity and collaborates closely with multidisciplinary perspectives. The GIS Specialist will work closely with the Senior Geospatial Scientist.
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| Conditions of Employment |
This is a restricted position subject to availability of funding.
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| Essential Designation | No |
| FLSA | Non-Exempt |
| Position Restricted? | Yes, the appointment is limited due to funding availability |
| Position Term | 12-Month |
| Position Months | Faculty or Staff: 12 month |
| Required Qualifications |
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| Preferred Qualifications |
● Proficiency in programming with R and in GEE via JavaScript.
● Previous experience working with interdisciplinary research teams.
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| Is the position remote work eligible? | Hybrid (works remotely at least 1 day per week but not full-time) |
| Remote Work Disclaimer |
Remote work eligibility is not guaranteed and is subject to approval. Employee eligibility depends on the likelihood of the employee succeeding in a remote work arrangement and the supervisor’s ability to manage remote workers. Departments and/or Human Resources may amend, alter, change, delete, or modify eligibility.
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| Advertised Pay Range | Up to $22/hour |
| Advertised Pay Range Statement |
All hiring rates are commensurate with relevant experience up to the advertised amount considering internal alignment.
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| University Salary Range | U09 |
| Benefits Summary Statement |
Our hourly employees enjoy many university benefits such as, participation in a supplemental savings plan for retirement, professional development, and wellness benefits. All employees have access to fitness facilities on campus. Staff members also have access to the university libraries, and much more. In addition, after completing a year of continuous hourly service and working at least 1,000 hours during the previous 12 months, hourly employees are eligible for holiday pay, PTO and educational assistance. To learn more, go to: https://www.wm.edu/offices/uhr/benefits/index.php?type=hourly
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| Job Open Date | 09/24/2024 |
| Review Begin Date | |
| Job Close Date | 10/14/2024 |
| Open Until Filled | No |
| Special Application Instructions | |
| Background Check Statement |
William & Mary is committed to providing a safe campus community. W&M conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.
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| EEO Statement |
William & Mary values diversity and invites applications from underrepresented groups who will enrich the research, teaching and service missions of the university. The university is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.
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