Brac University is a top ranked private university in Bangladesh according to QS Asian University Rankings. The Centre for Climate Change and Environmental Research (C3ER) at Brac University is searching for a suitable candidate for the position of Research Associate.
Nature of Employment: Contractual (Initial contract for three months. Contract may be renewed based on performance)
Key Job Responsibilities:
- Collect, generate and manage spatial data at project, regional and global scales.
- Conduct spatial analyses and produce maps to meet reporting requirements.
- Execute the workflow of remote sensing analysis (data acquisition, re-projection, geometric correction, radiometric correction, classification, and map production).
- Execute land-use change modeling and carbon accounting.
- Visit project sites for mapping and to collect ground data
- Manage maintenance and support of IT infrastructure.
- Contribute to creation and review of carbon feasibility studies, Project Documents and monitoring reports
- Contribute to the development of proposals and budgets in response to grant and RFP opportunities,
- including background research and creation of content
Educational Requirements:
- Master’s degree required with demonstrated coursework in the application of GIS and RS techniques
Experience Requirements:
- 2-3 years of experience in GIS applications related work
- Good understanding of remote sensing methods and techniques
- Knowledge and experience with the spatial datasets developed and cataloged for Indonesia at local, regional, national, and international desired
Additional Requirements:
- The candidate should have excellent communication skills in both spoken and written English
- Knowledge on teaching-methodically will be an added advantage
- Experienced candidate will be given preference
Application Procedure:
Interested candidates meeting the above requirements should apply online through www.bracu.ac.bd/about/career-at-bracu on or before 18 September 2019. Any attempt to influence the selection process unethically will disqualify the candidate’s application.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Brac University
66 Mohakhali, Dhaka 1212, Bangladesh