Ashoka Trust for Research in Ecology and the Environment (ATREE) is a research institution in the areas of biodiversity conservation and sustainable development. We focus on applied science through research, education and action that influence policy and practice on conservation of nature, management of natural resources, and sustainable development.
Job Description:
ATREE invites applications from interested candidates to work in its Ecoinformatics Lab on developing the Karnataka State Biodiversity Atlas. The project aims at developing a comprehensive web-enabled compilation of maps and spatial databases on biodiversity information in the state of Karnataka from secondary sources. The project is funded by Karnataka Biodiversity Board. For this initiative, we are looking for a full-time Senior Research Associate (SRA) for a period of 17 months from January 2012.
Qualifications:
Masters degree with specialization in GIS and Remote Sensing with background in Botany/Zoology/Life Sciences/Environment or related fields
OR
Masters degree in Life Sciences/Botany/Zoology/Environmental Science or related fields with sound training in GIS and RS
Responsibilities:
- Creation of geo-spatial data sets from multi-format secondary information such as non-spatial environmental data bases, published maps, RS imagery, etc.
- Quality assessment and refinements of GIS data sets and preparation of associated metadata.
- implement various spatial data analytical procedures required for the project such as species distribution mapping, land cover change analysis, etc.
- Archival and management of the spatial database.
The position is based in Bangalore, but may require occassional travel to various locations. The appointment is for 17 months starting January 2012. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience and will be similar to DST Fellowships for SRF / RA. The selected candidates should be willing to join immediately.
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Contact details:
Royal Enclave
Sriramapura,
Jakkur Post
Bangalore 560 064
Telephone: +91-80-23635555
Email: kiran@atree.org
Website:www.atree.org/