Remote Geospatial Research & Analysis Specialist

Meridial; United States; Remote; USD 83,000 - 179,000; Part time

Job summary

Meridial is seeking experienced geospatial practitioners who will contribute as independent contractors in a remote US-focused role. You will tackle complex geospatial questions, articulate reasoning, assumptions, data sources, and methods used to reach conclusions.

You will identify ambiguities, propose clarifications, design a detailed geospatial workflow, and define deliverables such as maps, analyses, and dashboards. Ideal candidates hold advanced degrees and strong GIS expertise.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or PhD in geography, GIS, geospatial science, remote sensing, environmental science or related field.
• Advanced expertise in geospatial analysis demonstrated through practice or research.
• Experience as a GIS Analyst, Geospatial Engineer, GIS Data Analyst, or in a comparable field.
• Strong familiarity with geospatial tools, platforms, and frameworks.
• Ability to translate complex geospatial reasoning into clear, structured, step-by-step explanations.

Responsibilities

• Identify ambiguities in geospatial queries and required outcomes.
• Propose reasonable clarifications and parameters for rigorous analysis.
• Develop a detailed geospatial workflow including datasets, tools, methods, calculations and validation.
• Define deliverables such as maps, datasets, dashboards, reports or analytical summaries.

Skills

Geospatial analysis

Education

Master’s or PhD in geospatial field

Job description

Meridial is seeking experienced geospatial practitioners who will contribute as independent contractors in a remote US-focused role. You will tackle complex geospatial questions, articulate reasoning, assumptions, data sources, and methods used to reach conclusions.

You will identify ambiguities, propose clarifications, design a detailed geospatial workflow, and define deliverables such as maps, analyses, and dashboards. Ideal candidates hold advanced degrees and strong GIS expertise.