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Form of workPay Grade/Pay Range: Minimum: $56,600 - Midpoint: $73,600 (Salaried E9)
Department/Organization: 204431 - Geography
Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 4:45pm
Note to Applicants: Position is eligible for remote work subject to University policy.
Job Summary: The Geography Researcher II will support ongoing research projects in the field of geography, working closely with a team of researchers and project leads. Responsibilities include collecting and analyzing spatial data, assisting with fieldwork and data collection activities, and contributing to the preparation of research reports and presentations.
Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and four (4) years of research experience; OR master's degree and two (2) years of research experience.
Skills and Knowledge: Experience with remote sensing analysis, geographic information system, or flood mapping and analysis. Experience with geospatial data management. Knowledge of cloud-based applications.
Preferred Qualifications: Ph.D. in Geography, Environmental Sciences or equivalent with emphasis on Remote Sensing and Geospatial Analysis. At least 2 years of postdoctoral experience in research related to remote sensing and geospatial analysis.
Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.
Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, genetic or family medical history information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. Follow the link below to find out more. "EEO is the Law" Poster
