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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Palatino Linotype",serif">RESEARCH ASSISTANT
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Palatino Linotype",serif">The Amazon Borderlands Spatial Analysis Team at the University of Richmond is looking for a research assistant to work on a NASA-funded SERVIR project focused on understanding the effects
of land cover change on ecosystem services in the Southwestern Amazon. We seek a research assistant interested in applied science, and working with stakeholders from academia, government, NGOS, and indigenous groups across Peru and Brazil to support decision
making. More info on our NASA-SERVIR project can be found <span class="MsoHyperlink">
<a href="https://www.servirglobal.net/ServiceCatalogue/details/6033b1fd6ad008160c43c135">here</a></span> and
<span class="MsoHyperlink"><a href="http://www.stephaniespera.com/nasa-servir.html">here</a></span>.
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Palatino Linotype",serif">The research technician will support the greater goals of the project, mentor undergraduates and, assist, develop, and undertake their own spatial and statistical analysis projects. We
envision this position most suitable for a recent college or masters graduate interested in climate change, sustainability, and tropical forests. We expect the research assistant to be a self-starter, motivated to expand and develop their own research skills.
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Palatino Linotype",serif">To apply, send a cover letter, CV, and the contact information for two references to Dr. Stephanie Spera at
<a href="mailto:sspera@richmond.edu">sspera@richmond.edu</a>. Review of applications will begin on August 15 and will continue until the position is filled.
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Palatino Linotype",serif">The University of Richmond is committed to developing a diverse workforce and student body, and to modeling an inclusive campus community which values the expression of difference in ways
that promote excellence in teaching, learning, personal development, and institutional success. Our academic community strongly encourages applications that are in keeping with this commitment.
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Palatino Linotype",serif">Education and Experience:<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<span style="font-family:"Palatino Linotype",serif">Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Geography, Geoscience, Computer Science or a related field<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1">
<span style="font-family:"Palatino Linotype",serif">Proficient in ArcPro<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1">
<span style="font-family:"Palatino Linotype",serif">Familiar with remotely-sensed data and data analysis<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1">
<span style="font-family:"Palatino Linotype",serif">Knowledge of R, Python, and/or Google Earth Engine<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="margin-left:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1">
<span style="font-family:"Palatino Linotype",serif">Some knowledge of Spanish and/or Portuguese a plus
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Palatino Linotype",serif">Location: Richmond, VA or remote<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Palatino Linotype",serif">Salary: $21/hr + benefits<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Palatino Linotype",serif">Term: 1 year with possibility of extension through end of project<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">__________________________<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><i>Stephanie Spera</i>, PhD<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><i>Assistant Professor of Geography and Environment</i><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><i>University of Richmond</i><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://www.stephaniespera.com"><span style="color:blue">www.stephaniespera.com</span></a><o:p></o:p></p>
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