GIS & Data Coordinator, BiblioTemps (Union of Concerned Scientists) (Cambridge)

Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners; Cambridge; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A team-focused organization is seeking a temporary GIS & Data Coordinator to provide project support for analytical staff. This role requires expertise in GIS tools and data management, along with strong research and communication skills. Candidates with a relevant Bachelor's degree and proficiency in ArcGIS, QGIS, Python, or R are encouraged to apply. The position is remote for New England residents and offers a competitive pay rate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in science, computer science, or related fields.
• Experience in data management with knowledge of FAIR principles.
• Strong research, written, oral, and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Scope, develop, design ArcGIS Story maps for rapid response.
• Create maps or charts with analytic staff for research products.
• Support data archiving and sharing best practices.

Skills

Data curation

Database management

Mapping

Research skills

Oral communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Tools

ArcGIS

QGIS

Python

R

Job description

GIS & Data Coordinator, BiblioTemps (Union of Concerned Scientists) (Cambridge)

BiblioTemps is an employment service of the Massachusetts Library System that provides experienced library workers for temporary placements in public, academic, and special libraries throughout Massachusetts.

Location: Union of Concerned Scientists - Remote (New England Residents Only)

Position Type: Temporary

Start date: August 11, 2025

End date: November 14, 2025

Schedule: Monday–Friday 9am–5pm

Pay Rate: $20.75 - $24.00 per hour, based on experience

CORI: Not Required

Summary of Responsibilities:

The temporary GIS Coordinator will provide project support for analytical staff at UCS. They will also provide support for project and data lifecycles.

General Duties and Responsibilities:

UCS is committed to building an inclusive workplace culture where talented people of widely diverse backgrounds can thrive. UCS believes the inclusion of diverse perspectives will improve their work and produce better societal and environmental outcomes for all, including historically disenfranchised communities. All staff participate in this commitment whether internally, in building a welcoming workplace culture and/or externally, in ensuring inclusive engagement with supporters, media, vendors, allies and others.

The essential job duties/responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to the information listed below:

· Scope, develop, design ArcGIS Story maps for rapid response

· Create maps or charts with analytic staff for research products

· Support data archiving and sharing best practices, such as use of data repository and GitHub

· Familiarity with ArcGIS or QGIS, and Python or R

· Offer individualized consultative services supporting needs in areas such as high-performance computing, text and data mining, data collection, automation, and mapping.

Qualifications

Basic Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

· Bachelor’s degree preferred in a field such as science, computer science, social science, political science, English, communications/marketing and one to two years of comparable experience.

· Current or recent Master’s degree students are encouraged to apply.

· Either data curation or database management experience with knowledge of FAIR principles.

· This position requires strong research, written, oral, relationship-building, and scholarly communications skills.

· Excellent organizational and time management skills, including the ability to simultaneously manage and prioritize many tasks, and strong attention to detail.

· Ability to learn new technological tools, applications, and techniques continuously is desirable.

· Positive, team-oriented attitude; ability to work in an environment that can become fast-paced near deadlines.

Massachusetts Library System (MLS) is an equal opportunity employer.

MLS is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, age, marital status, sex, physical or mental challenge, creed, religion, political affiliation, national or ethnic origin, or sexual orientation. Members of underrepresented groups, and those committed to working in a diverse cultural environment are encouraged to apply.

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