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UI Health · 5 hours ago

Research Specialist (GIS Analyst)

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$65K/yr - $85K/yr

3+ years exp

UI Health is part of the University of Illinois Chicago, a leading urban public research university. The Research Specialist (GIS Analyst) contributes to research projects by performing spatial data processing and providing technical support, while collaborating with researchers on interdisciplinary projects that address health and environmental inequalities.

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Responsibilities

Perform spatial data processing, analysis, and documentation

Provide technical support for research projects

Manage GIS capacity building for diverse groups of stakeholders

Performs other duties as assigned

Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned

Qualification

GIS softwareResearch principlesGIS programmingApplication developmentInstructional experience

Required

Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., geographic information systems, geography, planning, landscape architecture, civil engineering, computer science, statistics, or public health)

A minimum of 3 years of related research experience (up to one year can be counted from part-time research assistantship experience)

Possesses and applies advanced knowledge of research principles, concepts, practices, and methods

Expert level knowledge of GIS software (Esri Products, QGIS)

Preferred

Master's degree in Geospatial Information System and Technology or related field preferred

Experience with GIS-based programming (Python, Arcade), and application development experience in web/desktop environment (e.g., R, JavaScript, Python, CSS, and Tableau); and vector graphics editing software (Adobe Illustrator and, or Photoshop) is preferred

Training and/or instructional experience is preferred