Research Analyst - Landscape Architecture

Rutgers University; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid leave

Retirement benefits

Education benefits

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Rutgers University–New Brunswick is seeking a Research Analyst - Landscape Architecture to support GIS delineation and statistical analysis of site data using drone imagery. The role emphasizes processing geospatial data and presenting results in a clear format.

The position is full-time, on-site, with 40-hour work weeks in New Jersey. A Ph.D. in Environmental Planning or related field is preferred, along with experience in vegetation classification and imagery analysis.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Environmental Planning, Urban Planning, Ecological Planning or related field.
• Geotechnical knowledge and related resources needed for the McIntire grant project.

Responsibilities

• GIS delineation/articulation of geographic boundaries and vegetation characteristics using drone imagery.
• Statistical analysis and graphical representation of all data sets.

Skills

Geotechnical skills

Vegetation analysis

Data visualization

Education

Ph.D. in Environmental Planning

Tools

Orthoimagery

Hyperspectral analysis

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title: Research Analyst - Landscape Architecture

Posting Number: 26TM0314

Department: Landscape Architecture

Overview: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses.

For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes' list of America's Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication's 2023 list. Rutgers' commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation's military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.

Posting Summary: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Research Analyst - Landscape Architecture for the Department of Landscape Architecture within the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences.

• Handles the GIS delineation/articulation of geographic boundaries and vegetative assemblage characteristics of the targeted site, using recently taken drone imagery.
• Handles the statistical analysis and graphical representation of all data sets.

FLSA: Nonexempt

Salary Details: $40 per hour

Offer Information: The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Position Status: Full Time

Working Hours: 40

Daily Work Shift: (none)

Work Arrangement: This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Payroll Designation: PeopleSoft

Terms of Appointment: Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience:

• Ph.D. in Environmental Planning, Urban Planning, Ecological Planning or associated field.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Geotechnical skills and associated resource knowledge are needed for the successful completion of the McIntire grant entitled Functional Diversity Within An Urban Forest Stand.

Preferred Qualifications:

• One year of professional experience in either the professional or academic venues.
• Experience in developing pixels curvature using the curvature function and classifying vegetation assemblages in dynamic equilibrium.
• Experience in the use of Orthoimagery to support the hyperspectral image classification and percent vegetation cover analysis.

Posting Details

Posting Open Date: 08/31/2026

Posting Close Date: 09/09/2026

Open Until Filled: No

Regional Campus: Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Home Location Campus: Cook (RU-New Brunswick)

City: New Brunswick

State: NJ

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

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