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Shoreland, Inc. is the leading global provider of time-sensitive, decision-relevant travel medicine and environmental risk information. We specialize in providing analyses and recommendations to health care providers for use during pre-travel medical consultations. Our primary users are medical directors and other clinical personnel responsible for the health, safety, and medical needs of travelers and those posted overseas.
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GIS Specialist - Part-Time/Internship
We are looking for a passionate and driven individual to join our team as a part-time GIS Specialist. As a part-time employee, you will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience with GIS, Cartography, data collection and cleaning, as well as production workflows. You will work closely with experienced professionals and contribute to meaningful projects.
Job Description
This is a great opportunity for someone looking to develop their skills in GIS and Cartography while gaining real-world experience in a dynamic work environment.
As a GIS Specialist, your main responsibilities will include:
- Assist in making basic map edits based on suggestions from the copy-editing team:
- Reposition, add, or remove labels to meet cartographic requirements
- Update boundaries as needed to align with malaria data and administrative changes
- Support in cleaning and verifying administrative, 2nd-level, and 3rd-level polygons to develop a uniform global dataset for use in future projects:
- Ensure that unified boundaries are used in both current and future map projects
- Update data as administrative changes are confirmed
- Contribute to improving current workflows:
- Optimize workspaces and data management to streamline day-to-day operations
- Serve as a backup for Geo place requests and verification:
- Update or create Geo features based on requests from the editorial team
- Conduct research, collect, and clean data for future disease mapping projects:
- Gather and explore data for upcoming mapping projects
- Clean and aggregate data for use in our (future) global dataset
What We Are Looking For:
- Proficiency in ArcMap/ArcPro or QGIS
- Strong knowledge of geodatabases, spatial analysis, and data visualization
- Ability to independently discover and collect data
- Basic proficiency in data manipulation and function application in Excel/Google Sheets
Other Key Traits and Competencies We Value:
- Reliable: Someone who can be counted on to follow through
- Wise Judgment: Exercises sound decision-making in all areas
- People Skills: Relates to and communicates effectively with others
- Takes the Initiative: Resourceful, independent, bold, always learning, and biased toward action
- Attention to Detail: Ensures no important details slip through the cracks
- Tenacious Problem Solver: Nothing can stop you from finding a solution
Position Details:
- Employment Type: Part-time / Internship
- Location: In-office with the potential for remote work based on performance and project needs
- Hours: 15-20 hours/week
- Duration: 3 months with the possibility of extension based on performance and project needs
- Compensation: Paid, with an hourly rate ranging from $18 to $21.50, based on experience and education (Bachelor's, Graduate level, or higher)
How to Apply:
If you're excited about this opportunity and feel you’re a good fit, please submit the following:
- Résumé
- Cover letter (optional, but recommended)
- Additional application materials, such as a portfolio, work samples, or relevant project examples (if applicable)
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