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Junior Specialist - Geographic Information Systems and Database Support (PRS-2013-42-AN) - IRRI



Type: Fixed-term (Renewable), National Posted on 04/04/2013
Apply by: 04/18/2013
Location: Philippines

Specialization/Skills      
Good knowledge of ArcGIS, MS Access and MS Excel. Some knowledge of R.

Basic purpose   
Reporting to the head of the Geographic Information Systems lab, the researcher will assist the lab head and other senior lab staff in the compilation, management and analysis of spatial data for various projects.

Roles and responsibilities          
1. Assist lab head and senior lab staff (NRS 6/7, PDF, CRS, IRS) with GIS related tasks
2. Maintain spatial databases within the GIS lab
3. Perform desk research and occasional field work to collect primary and secondary data
4. Collect and manage data from NARES and other partners
5. Respond to map requests from time to time
6. Prepare technical reports to the lab head
7. Contribute to international conferences and workshop, and publications of research results in international-refereed scientific journals and scientific forums.
8. Perform other job-related duties as may be assigned by IRS and Division Head from time to time

Qualification Requirements
Bachelors degree
3+ years experience working in a GIS lab or similar environment
Good knowledge of data data management
Experience in GIS (Geographic Information Systems) and spatial data handling is highly desirable
Some experience in rice related research desirable