Assist in the implementation of geospatial ecological simulation models, managing code used across multiple projects.
Contribute to current R package development, project workflows, and the development of standardized analyses of geospatial data and model outputs.
Type: full-time (40 h/week; Mon-Fri) for 12 months with possibility of extension.
Location: Calgary, AB, Canada (remote work during COVID-19 pandemic).
Start date: September 1, 2022.
Salary: $54,000 - $63,000 annually.
Job responsibilities
- Implementation of dynamic landscape simulation models and analyses in R;
- Enhancement, testing, optimization, and documentation of model code across multiple projects;
- Synthesize and visualize model outputs, generate maps and figures for summary reports.
Required skills and qualifications
- Relevant Bachelor’s degree (e.g., computer science, geography), or equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g., BSc in Biology/Ecology and MSc with focus on ecological modelling);
- Demonstrated expertise in geospatial analysis in R ;
- Experience with reproducible workflows, version control and management (git, GitHub);
- Excellent communication and analytical skills;
- Strong attention to details and excellent organizational skills;
- Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines;
- Ability to adapt to a changing environment and handle multiple priorities.
Preferred skills
- Experience with other programming languages (especially C++, python);
- Experience with Ubuntu Linux and comfortable working from commandline;
- Experience with R package development;
- Experience building interactive web-based applications and visualizations with R shiny, especially for geospatial applications;
- Experience with geospatial databases (e.g., PostGIS).
Additonal requirements
- background check;
- proof of full vaccination against COVID-19.
How to apply
Apply online: https://www.ziprecruiter.com/job/211e823c.