Background
The Marine Geomatics & IT team within UCC’s
Coastal and Marine Resources Centre (CMRC, http://cmrc.ucc.ie/) has an
internationally recognised track record in the research and development of
systems and infrastructures for environmental management and decision support
using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and web-GIS standards and in
providing customised solutions for data-management, visualisation, integration,
delivery, and geo-spatial analysis.
Due to continued success in EU FP7 (Seventh Framework)
research project funding, we are seeking to recruit an experienced IT
professional to become a member of the Marine Geomatics & IT team. This is
an excellent opportunity for a skilled IT professional to work in the expanding
area of GIS technology and its applications. Recent successfully funded FP7
research projects awarded to the Marine Geomatics & IT team include NETMAR, MESMA, Geo-Seas, and CoralFISH.
Expected role
The successful candidate is expected to contribute to
one or more of the European projects mentioned above. He/she will be a highly
motivated self-starter working very closely with the Marine Geomatics & IT
team on the development and documentation of innovative software architectures
and solutions for the management, delivery, visualisation, and interoperability
of marine geospatial data.
The successful candidate will also be responsible for
liaising with project partners, attending meetings, and coordinating and
producing project deliverables on schedule.
The successful candidate will be expected to
contribute to the multi-disciplinary approach fostered by the Centre and will
also have the opportunity to collaborate with the wider group of academic
researchers in UCC and throughout the Republic of Ireland and will be actively
encouraged to pursue independent research.
Qualifications
Candidates
for this post are expected to have fully documented post-graduate /
professional experience, with either:
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A higher degree in an IT discipline, and a good
appreciation of earth sciences,
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Or, a higher degree in an earth science, along with
appropriate qualifications / experience in IT.
The ability to demonstrate practical
experience in one or more of the following areas is essential:
·
Software development methodologies including open
architectures frameworks (e.g. RM-ODP) and software analysis,
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Programming/web development,
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Familiarity with web-based GIS systems, standards, and
data management practices,
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Competence in report writing, and excellent
communication skills (oral and written).
Ideally the candidate will also be able to
demonstrate:
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Familiarity with EU Framework research projects,
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Leadership and project management skills,
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Aptitude and experience in developing project
proposals,
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Ability to produce high quality scientific and
technical papers,
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Ability to work as part of a team.
Appointment duration and salary
The appointment will be for an initial period of two
years (subject to a review after 12 months) with an opportunity to extend based
on funding availability and performance, with a starting salary negotiable in
the range €43,000 to €53,000 per annum depending on experience and
qualifications.
Working environment
CMRC is a multidisciplinary research group in and is
part of the Environmental Research Institute (http://eri.ucc.ie) in
University College Cork. The successful candidate will be located in the CMRC’s
fully equipped offices on Haulbowline Island opposite the historical town of
Cobh. The Centre’s primary objective is to make a significant contribution to
the scientific understanding and management of coastal and marine environments.
Additional information
Closing date for applications is Monday 22nd March 2010.
Completed application forms and CV’s
may be submitted either electronically or by mail. To apply please complete the
application form which can be downloaded at:
http://cmrc.ucc.ie/jobs/geomatics/JobApplicationForm_2010.doc
And return together with your curriculum vitae to
Gráinne Lynch (grainne.lynch@ucc.ie), or to the
following address:
Coastal & Marine Resources Centre,
Naval Base, Haulbowline,
Cobh,
County Cork,
Ireland.
Phone: 00 353 21 4703100
Fax: 00 353 21 4703132
Notes
UCC is an equal opportunity
employer.