SDAV Geography Research Associate

Job Description

SDAV Geography Research Associate

ID225345

Project Name

UHH-RAPD

Posted Date07/09/2025

Closing Date07/14/2025

FTE100.0%

Compensation$5250.00-$5750.00/Month

StateHawaii

IslandHawaii

Job Summary

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).

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 pilot's flight missions.

PRIMARY QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION: Bachelor's 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 & 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.).

SECONDARY QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's Degree from an college or university in Geography, Environmental Science, or related field. Experience working with Deep Forest and Python. Experience processing lidar datasets to generate forest structural metrics. Experience identifying native Hawaiian flora and fauna and identifying symptoms associated with Rapid Ohia Death using remote sensing data. Experience working in National Park locations and other conservation areas within the state of Hawaii.

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

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: Please go to You must submit the following documents online to be considered for the position: 1) Cover Letter, 2) Resume, 3) Professional References, 4) Copy of Degree(s)/Transcript(s)/Certificate(s). All online applications must be submitted/received by the closing date (11:59 P.M. Hawaii Standard Time/RCUH receipt time) as stated on the job posting. If you do not have access to our system and the closing date is imminent, you may send additional documents to .... If you have questions on the application process and/or need assistance, please call ... or .... Please visit for more information on RCUH's Benefits for eligible employees.

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RCUH is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, marital status, reproductive health decision, citizenship, gender identity or expression, domestic or sexual violence victim status, military/veteran status, or other grounds protected under applicable federal and state laws, except as permitted by law.