Research Support Specialist
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on89, Cedar Street, Stony Brook, Town of Brookhaven, Suffolk County, New York, 11790, United States
About the Role
The Research Support Specialist serves as a key contributor within the School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences, working under the supervision of Principal Investigator Dr. Shelby McClelland. This position is dedicated to assessing changing cropland use and management in Bangladesh, specifically focusing on the drivers of industrial animal agriculture.
The role requires a unique blend of independent initiative and collaborative teamwork. The successful candidate will operate with minimal oversight, applying strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail to complex environmental data challenges. Effective oral and written communication skills are essential for translating technical findings into clear reports and manuscripts.
Hiring Process
Candidates must submit a resume or CV along with a cover letter through the online application portal. Please note that this position is unable to sponsor candidates for work visas.
About the Organization
The Research Foundation of SUNY is a private educational corporation committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning and working environment. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.
For those requiring a disability-related accommodation, please contact the university Office of Equity and Access (OEA) at (631) 632-6280 or visit their website. The Research Foundation of SUNY is recognized as a Great Place to Work, offering a supportive environment for professional growth.
Work location
Work model: On-site
89, Cedar Street, Stony Brook, Town of Brookhaven, Suffolk County, New York, 11790, United States
Stony Brook, New York
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleHarmonize geospatial and agricultural data streams following established protocols
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Environmental Data Science, Sustainability Science, Geospatial Information Systems, Gis, Statistics, Geospatial Analyses, Data Management, Data Visualization, R, Python.
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Data Science, Sustainability Science, GIS or related field required.
Frequently asked questions about Research Support Specialist at Sibanye-Stillwater
What does a Research Support Specialist at Sibanye-Stillwater do?expand_more
In this Research Support Specialist at Sibanye-Stillwater role, you will harmonize geospatial and agricultural data streams following established protocols; create novel data products using analysis, interpretation, and visualization; assess changing cropland use for industrial animal agriculture; and conduct literature reviews on cropland use and management in bangladesh.
What are the requirements for this Research Support Specialist role?expand_more
Sibanye-Stillwater is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Data Science, Sustainability Science, GIS or related field; Experience with statistics and geospatial analyses; Experience with data management, interpretation, visualization with large datasets; Programming experience in R and/or Python; Experience with Jupiter Notebooks, GitHub and Box; and Experience with Linux systems and HPCs.
Where is the Research Support Specialist role at Sibanye-Stillwater located?expand_more
Research Support Specialist at Sibanye-Stillwater is based in 89, Cedar Street, Stony Brook, Town of Brookhaven, Suffolk County, New York, 11790, United States. This is a on-site role.