Research Support, Payne Institute of Public Policy
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Golden, CO, US
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Colorado School of Mines is a top-ranked public university solving grand challenges related to the Earth, energy, and the environment.
Summary:
The graduate student will research offshore light pollution from fishing boats for a part-time position with the Earth Observation Group. Proficiency in GIS software and programming skills are required.
Requirements:
Technology: ArcGIS, QGIS, python, Matlab, IDL
Hard Skills: GIS analysis, ArcGIS, QGIS, infrared remote sensing, data processing, programming in python, programming in Matlab, programming in IDL
Credentials: Graduate student
Job Description:
- time type
- Part time
- posted on
- Posted Yesterday
- time left to apply
- End Date: June 21, 2025 (3 days left to apply)
- job requisition id
- JR106851
Engineering a world of possibilities
The Earth Observation Group (EOG) has a yearlong part-time position available for a graduate student in 2025-2026. The student will conduct research on the spatial extent and comparative brightness of offshore light pollution arising from lit fishing boats.
Past maritime light pollution studies have focused on lighting emitted by shoreline cities and towns. The study will outline the offshore areas affected by lit fishing boats and compare these sources with onshore light pollution sources. The study will also explore the feasibility for modeling artificial sky brightness levels based on satellite observed lighting.
Required Qualifications:
- GIS Analyst. Must be proficient with ArcGIS/ QGIS.
- Advanced degree in physical sciences or related field. Strong understanding of physical laws related to infrared remote sensing. Can process nighttime light data.
- Programming skills: Ability to manage, troubleshoot and add new functionality to complex scientific code bases. Programming skills in one or more of the following: python, Matlab, IDL.
Desired Qualifications:
- Related experience in industry, academics, or government.
Hourly Rate and Time
$27.00 per hour for up to 20 hours per week
How to apply
This posting will close on Friday, June 20, 2025
Applicants will be asked to complete an online application (personal information, demographic information, references, veteran’s status) and upload a CV and cover letter describing relevant skills and availability date (required). References will not be contacted until later in the selection process and you will be informed before that contact is made.
Contact Dorie Gelber, Human Resources, at dorie.gelber@mines.edu with any questions about this opportunity.
