Sdav Geography Research Associate - ID# 225345

  • Research Corporation of the University of Hawaii Dba RCUH
  • Hilo, Hawaii
  • Full Time
Please apply directly on the RCUH website to be considered for the position.***

**SDAV GEOGRAPHY RESEARCH ASSOCIATE** **- ID#** **225345.**

CLOSING DATE: July 14, 2025

, or until filled. Applications received after this deadline may be considered only if the position is not filled or up to the date a selection has been approved by the RCUH (whichever comes first)

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INQUIRIES: Dr. Ryan Perroy ... (Hawaii).

Regular, Full-Time, Limited-Term (not to exceed twelve (12) months in duration from date of hire), RCUH Non-Civil Service position with the University of Hawaii at Hilo (UHH), Spatial Data Analysis and Visualization Lab (SDAV), Geographic Information Systems (GIS) project, located in Hilo, Hawaii. Continuation of employment is dependent upon program/operational needs, satisfactory work performance, availability of funds, and compliance with applicable Federal/State laws.

**MONTHLY SALARY RANGE:** $5,250 - $5,750/Mon.

DUTIES:

Provides a variety of geospatial support for ongoing research projects at SDAV. Processes raw spatial data via GIS, GPS, and remote sensing tools and applications (e.g., ArcGIS Pro, QGIS, ENVI, Global Mapper, and Pix4D). Summarizes data for reports under the guidance of the Principal Investigator (PI). Assists in solving complex and difficult problems related to research applications. Creates flight lines for pilots flight missions.

**PRIMARY QUALIFICATIONS:**

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**EDUCATION** Bachelors Degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university in Geography, Environmental Science, or related field with upper division coursework in GIS and Remote Sensing.

**EXPERIENCE** One to three (1-3) years of experience using GIS, Remote Sensing, and other Geospatial technologies for conservation in Hawaii using satellite and aerial imagery. Experience planning and carrying out sUAS and helicopter imaging operations.

**KNOWLEDGE** Basic knowledge of Geospatial applications and image processing, lidar, ArcGIS Pro, ENVI, Global Mapper, Pix4D, and machine learning object detection programs.

**ABILITIES and SKILLS** Ability to use GIS and Remote Sensing software.

Post Offer/Employment Condition: Must be able to complete the UH Information Security Awareness Training (ISAT) within two (2) weeks from date of hire, and re-certify every twelve (12) months.

**PHYSICAL/MEDICAL DEMANDS** Ability to lift and carry up to fifty (50) pounds unassisted.

**POLICY/REGULATORY REQUIREMENT** As a condition of employment, employee will be subject to all applicable RCUH policies, procedures, and trainings and, as applicable, subject to University of Hawaii's and/or business entity's policies, procedures, and trainings. Violation of RCUH's, UH's, or business entity's policies and/or procedures or applicable State or Federal laws and/or regulations may lead to disciplinary action (including, but not limited to possible termination of employment, personal fines, civil and/or criminal penalties, etc.).

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SECONDARY QUALIFICATIONS:
Job ID: 484797112
Originally Posted on: 7/10/2025

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