GIS Analyst w/Stanford University (Stanford, CA)

https://careersearch.stanford.edu/jobs/gis-analyst-19581?

This position is based on Stanford’s main campus with consideration given to the option for a hybrid work schedule (partially onsite and offsite), subject to operational need. Interested candidates must include a resume and cover letter to be considered for this position.

​About Us
The Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability strives to create a future when humans and nature thrive in concert and in perpetuity. The school is made up of a three-part structure to drive global impact: Our academic departments and programs educate students and create new knowledge across areas of research that are crucial for advancing the long-term prosperity of the planet; Institutes bridge scholarship at Stanford and beyond, bringing multiple viewpoints to bear on urgent challenges; The Sustainability Accelerator drives new policy and technology solutions through a worldwide network of partners who work with our teams to develop solutions at a global scale. The school is dedicated to creating and supporting a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment, and to creating solutions that benefit all people, particularly those most affected by environmental damage and climate change.

The mission of the Natural Capital Project (NatCap) is to pioneer the science, technology, and partnerships that enable people and nature to thrive. Centered at Stanford University within the Woods Institute for the Environment, NatCap is a partnership of world-class academic institutions — the Chinese Academy of Sciences, the University of Minnesota, and the Stockholm Resilience Centre — and the world’s largest environmental NGOs, The Nature Conservancy and World Wildlife Fund. We advance science and create actionable tools to bring the values of nature into decisions. Our work is inspired by, created with, and implemented through our network of hundreds of public and private sector institutions around the world.

The Natural Capital Project is seeking a Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Specialist to join our team. This is a one-year fixed term position. The GIS Specialist will perform advanced geospatial data analyses and develop GIS products and workflows including web-based mapping applications using relevant programming languages. The successful candidate will have a willingness to travel internationally when necessary.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Lead the development of GIS spatial products and web applications to meet user needs.
• Conduct data analysis utilizing GIS tools to clarify and communicate spatial relationships and present results in a clear, appropriate manner.
• Develop programming scripts and other automated processes to expedite routine data analyses and mapping functions.
• Identify client requirements and then design, maintain or enhance online, self-service GIS applications for external partners to access information and perform data analysis. May present training sessions on GIS-based tools.
• Review and ensure that data developed by and/or obtained by staff are accurate and documented using industry adopted metadata standards.
• Prepare, provide and update spatial data sets. Search literature an online sources for relevant data.
• Collaborate with external partners on data collection and analysis methods. Determine additional data and collection reporting requirements.
• Serve as a resource for inquiries and requests.
• May act as technical lead and direct the work of others or lead project efforts, including liaison with stakeholder groups.

* - The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

To be successful in this position, you will need:

• Bachelor's degree and five years of relevant work experience or combination of education and relevant experience
• Comprehensive understanding of scientific principles.
• Extensive experience and a solid understanding of GIS applications (such as Python, R, or others).
• Expertise in scripting languages and relational databases applicable to GIS, spatial database, and web mapping application
• Understanding of Web design and visual communication in the context of interactive web maps
• Demonstrated experience with industry standard computer programming languages. Proficient at MSWord, PowerPoint, Excel.
• Understanding of topologic types and relationships and database design elements.
• Able to coordinate and execute complex design projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience reading and interpreting maps.
• Possess cartographic aptitude with ability to complete basic mathematical and statistical calculations.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to multi-task and manage deadlines.
• Able to provide technical leadership and direct the work of others.
• Solid comprehension of coordinate systems, longitude, latitude, elevation, topography and map scales.

In addition, our preferred requirements include:
Ability and interest in occasional international travel to work with external partners
Strong leadership and communication skills to bring diverse, interdisciplinary teams together

Experience working with community members, diverse stakeholders, and government leaders

Demonstrated teaching experience—in formal and informal setting

​Great interpersonal skills

* - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.