Geospatial Disaster Risk Research Lead

McGill University; Victoria; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Canada is searching for a candidate to optimize geospatial data pipelines for vulnerability and risk assessments. This role involves advanced mapping, data analysis, and stakeholder engagement to enhance healthcare access in high-risk regions. A Master's degree and 2+ years of relevant experience are required, along with advanced skills in geospatial tools and programming. The position is full-time with a salary of $31.44 per hour.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of progressive experience in geospatial and health-related disaster risk research.
• Knowledge of English assessed at level #4 on a scale of 0-4.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize geospatial data pipelines to integrate multi-source datasets.
• Conduct advanced vulnerability and risk mapping of health centers.
• Develop methodologies for compiling and analyzing geospatial databases.
• Incorporate remote sensing and satellite imagery into monitoring workflows.
• Analyze datasets to assess healthcare accessibility and equity.
• Lead or support cross-functional research initiatives.
• Plan and execute stakeholder engagement activities.
• Standardize data management systems for efficiency.

Skills

Advanced proficiency in Geospatial tools (GIS, remote sensing)

Programming & Analytics (R, Python)

Biostatistics and epidemiological data analysis

Scientific writing in English

Vulnerability assessment expertise

Risk modeling

Environmental health surveillance

Education

Master's degree in Environmental Engineering, Geography, Public Health, Geospatial Science or related field

Job description

A leading university in Canada is searching for a candidate to optimize geospatial data pipelines for vulnerability and risk assessments. This role involves advanced mapping, data analysis, and stakeholder engagement to enhance healthcare access in high-risk regions. A Master's degree and 2+ years of relevant experience are required, along with advanced skills in geospatial tools and programming. The position is full-time with a salary of $31.44 per hour.