Research Assistant

University of Vermont, United States

Updated: about 2 months ago
Location: Burlington, VERMONT
Deadline: ;

Position Details
Position Details


Advertising/Posting Title Research Assistant
Diversity Statement The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the institution. Applicants are encouraged to include in their cover letter information about how they will further this goal.
Posting Summary
The Research Assistant will support a research team in the management of large environmental datasets, the execution of computational workflows, and manipulation of existing hydraulic models. Specifically, the Assistant will download and organize geospatial data (e.g., LiDAR) for Vermont, and other regions of the United States, for use in existing computational workflows in coding languages such as Python to extract topographic features. Additional duties will involve working within one- and two-dimensional hydraulic modeling programs (i.e., HEC-RAS) to modify inputs and extract outputs, document procedures for metadata and in support of scientific writing. The Assistant will also be expected to actively participate in a team science environment and work collaboratively with researchers from diverse academic disciplines. This work will advance research on improvements to hydraulic modeling and floodplain mapping as well as new methods to characterize river channel and floodplain morphology.
Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
B.S. in a computational field & one to three years’ experience, or equivalent experience in computational data management with a degree in geosciences, natural resources, or equivalent.
Experience with geospatial analyses, GIS software (e.g., Arcgis or QGIS), and exposure to Python programming.
Experience managing large datasets.
Competence using database management tools, such as Microsoft Excel.
Ability and desire to quickly adapt to changing priorities and learn new computational tools and methods.
Desirable Qualifications
Experience with HEC-RAS or other hydraulic models.
Knowledge of version control systems, such as Git.
Domain knowledge of water resources and geomorphology.
Experience in contributing to an academic research project.
Success working in a team-oriented environment.
Experience in computational workflows.
Other Information
Applicants are asked to apply online. Please provide a cover letter, resume and contact information for three professional references.
This position is funded for a period of one year and renewable based on continuation of extramural funding.
The College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) at the University of Vermont welcomes difference, values collaboration, encourages debate, and stands for integrity, service, and academic excellence. We are dedicated to the rigorous pursuit, understanding, and dissemination of knowledge through the process of discovery, the creation of art, and the practice of teaching. We provide an integrated and engaging multidisciplinary experience that generates creativity, critical thought, effective communication, and a practiced commitment to serve the pressing needs of society and the natural world.
For more information about the College of Arts & Sciences (CAS), please visit the CAS website, www.uvm.edu/cas .
Special Conditions Bargaining unit position, External candidates must complete a 4-month probationary period, A probationary period may be required, Contingent on continued funding, A probationary period may be required for current UVM employees, Background Check required for this position
FLSA Non-Exempt
Payband Max (Represents full-time (12 months, 1.0 FTE) equivalent salary. Must be prorated for jobs less than 12 months or 1.0FTE (Salary/12 x # of months x FTE)) 30.78
Payband Min (Represents full-time (12 months, 1.0 FTE) equivalent salary. Must be prorated for jobs less than 12 months or 1.0FTE (Salary/12 x # of months x FTE)) 16.20
Staff Hiring Band Hiring salary budgeted at mid pay band
Union Position Yes, UVMSU ($20 minimum hourly rate)

Posting Details

Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.


Job Open Date 01/29/2024
Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)
Open Until Filled No

Position Information


Position Title Research Project Assistant
Posting Number S4883PO
Department Geography & Geosciences/52160
Position Number 00026952
Employee FTE 1.0
Employee Term 12

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