Geospatial Data Analytics Postdoc & Teaching

Brown University, Population Studies and Training Center

Providence (RI)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 75,000

Full time

13 days ago

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Job summary

Brown University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Quantitative Data Analytics affiliated with the Center for Library Exploration and Research (CLEAR) and S4. The appointment starts February 1, 2027 for two years, with potential renewal based on performance.

Responsibilities include teaching an MSDA course annually and contributing to GIS Institute workshops. The candidate will engage in quantitative data analysis, GIS, and data-centric research, with a stipend

Qualifications

Ph.D. in Geography, Sociology, Information Science, Data Science or a related data-intensive field awarded on or after February 1, 2024; ABD candidates considered.
Demonstrated expertise in quantitative research methods and statistical software.
A strong conceptual understanding of the data research lifecycle and the role of GIS in modern scholarship.
Ability to work collaboratively with the CLEAR Data Services team and S4 community.

Responsibilities

Teach one MSDA course per year (flexible level and topic) in the Master’s in Social Data Analytics program.
Teach, consult, and participate in the bi-annual S4 GIS Institute.
Create on-line tutorials and develop and teach GIS and data-related workshops.
Hold regular office hours to support geospatial and data-intensive research on campus.
Participate in and ongoing GIS and data projects managed by the library and S4.
Note: a candidate not yet having completed all doctoral requirements may be appointed as a Research Associate at a reduced salary until requirements are complete.