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Research Assistant: Geospatial Data and Tools
AidData is seeking an RA to work with the research and evaluation unit on the processing of new geospatial datasets and the development of tools for working with geospatial data. The RA will work (remotely) with AidData’s Data Engineer to identify and prepare high quality geospatial datasets from a variety of sources for integration into AidData’s GeoQuery platform. In addition to dataset development, the RA will have the opportunity to contribute to related tools and research using geospatial data.
This position is for summer 2021, for approximately 10 weeks. Continuation into fall is possible based on project needs. This position pays $10/hr with flexible hours (10-20 per week).
Required skills
- Familiarity with geospatial data, sources, and formats
- Relevant courses include GIS 201, 405, 410, 420 or DATA 431 (experience in place of course work is welcome)
- Strong Python programming skills
Preferred Skills
- Experience working in a High Performance Computing environment
- Experience using parallel processing techniques
- Experience using geospatial Python packages (rasterio, fiona, shapely, geopandas)
Application Instructions
Please send your resume, cover letter, and coding sample (GitHub link, etc. to original work) to Seth Goodman (sgoodman@aiddata.org).
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William & Mary values diversity and invites applications from underrepresented groups who will enrich the research, teaching, and service missions of the university. William & Mary is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.