Water RAPIDS Program Hiring Graduate Research Assistant for 2014

• Compile and analyze data using GIS and other appropriate methods
• Assist in the design and implementation of stakeholder engagement processes
• Assist in the development and analysis of planning scenarios using GIS and other appropriate methods
• Assist in researching municipal water resources management and water conservation options and preparing recommendations

Minimum qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in physical- or social-science discipline or related field with relevance to the position description and requirements
• Working knowledge of ArcGIS and Microsoft Access
• Excellent writing, editing and oral communication skills
• Qualitative and quantitative research synthesis skills, including ability to understand and interpret statistical techniques, models, field methods, content analysis, and comparative research methods
• Ability to work independently and professionally
• Ability to interact effectively with a diverse array of individuals and groups

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with spatial analysis techniques and watershed analysis tools
• Experience conducting outreach and stakeholder engagement processes
• Familiarity with climate change science and assessment tools

Please submit a resume and cover letter to Kelly Mott Lacroix (klacroix@email.arizona.edu) by December 2nd. Consideration of applicants will begin immediately.