To support the growing scope of work at GEO Mountains, we seek an enthusiastic and motivated Scientific Project Officer to work closely with the co-leads and the network coordinator on multiple technical tasks associated with the 2023-2025 GEO Mountains implementation plan. This is an entry-level position suitable for a student or recent graduate. The position is based at the MRI Coordination Office, which is hosted at the Centre for Development and Environment (CDE) at the University of Bern. The start date is 1 April 2023 at the latest.
Duties
- Undertake the ongoing development and maintenance of inventories of in situ observational infrastructure and other datasets, tools, and resources related to various disciplines applicable to mountainous areas around the world.
- Search for and identify relevant datasets in the published literature (including data journals and online repositories such as figshare, PANGAEA, Mendeley Data, etc.), occasionally liaising with representatives of operational services (e.g. monitoring station managers, contacts in national hydrological and meteorological agencies), as needed.
- Conduct statistical and/or spatial analyses, including the graphical representation of results for reporting purposes.
- Assist the GEO Mountains co-leads and network coordinator with the logistical planning for events, as well as assist with the outreach and communications efforts to promote GEO Mountains activities and its products (e.g. sourcing content for news bulletins, presentations, or policy briefs; preparation of graphics / maps; or website updates), when required.
Requirements
- A Bachelor’s degree (or working towards a Master’s degree) in relevant disciplines such as Earth sciences or geomatics.
- Experience in working with data and data management systems, GIS, and familiarity with data visualisation techniques.
- Knowledge of programming languages such as R or Python, and experience working with PostGIS, are highly desirable.
- Ability to work efficiently and independently, with excellent intercultural communication and interpersonal skills.
- Spoken and written proficiency in English is required, with proficiency in German and/or French being an advantage.
We offer
- A part-time (0.4 – 0.6 FTE) fixed-term contract initially for 1 year, with prospects for renewal beyond March 2024.
- Collaboration with an experienced, dynamic, international, and multidisciplinary team.
- A stimulating learning and working environment at the interface of academia and practice.
- A unique opportunity for developing multiple skills and networks in the fields of data and geomatics in mountain contexts.
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Attractive flexible working conditions and remuneration in accordance with the employment standards of the University of Bern and the Canton of Bern, Switzerland.
How to apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit a cover letter, a full CV with contact details for 2 referees, and a letter of recommendation by completing this online form where you can upload all documents as one single PDF. Please do not send your application via email.
The deadline for application is 23:59 CET Friday 27 January 2023. Short-listed candidates will be invited for an interview either on the 9 or 14 of February 2023, in Bern.
The start date is 1 April 2023 at the latest.
For any questions regarding this position, please contact Dr Carolina Adler at carolina.adler@unibe.ch.
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Cover image by Martin Stoppler