Research Analyst

$83,200 - $83,200/Yr

Rutgers University - New Brunswick, NJ

Full-time - Mid Level

New Brunswick, NJ

Educational Services

About the position

The Research Analyst position at Rutgers University involves conducting GIS analysis and statistical representation of data related to environmental and urban planning. The role is integral to the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences, focusing on delineating geographic boundaries and analyzing vegetative characteristics using drone imagery. This position emphasizes both research and practical application in environmental studies.

Responsibilities

• Conduct GIS delineation and articulation of geographic boundaries and vegetative assemblage characteristics using drone imagery.
• Perform statistical analysis and graphical representation of data sets.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Environmental Planning, Urban Planning, Ecological Planning, or a related field.
• One year of professional experience in a relevant field is preferred.
• Experience in developing pixels curvature using curvature functions and classifying vegetation assemblages in dynamic equilibrium.
• Familiarity with Orthoimagery for hyperspectral image classification and vegetation cover analysis.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in geotechnical skills and associated resource knowledge.

Benefits

• Hourly wage of $40.00 per hour.
• Opportunities for experiential learning and applied research.