The Senior Spatial Analyst reports to the Program Director, with potential future reporting to a Research Manager, and collaborates closely with the broader research team and other Earth Insight staff to collect, process, analyze, and visualize spatial data. This role is responsible for developing high-quality maps, innovative visualizations, and insightful reports to support Earth Insight’s mission and strategic objectives. The Senior Spatial Research Analyst also assists in the preparation of communication products that support Earth Insight’s engagement efforts with partner organizations (Indigenous peoples and local communities, regional NGOs, international networks etc.) and at key international fora including but not limited to Conference of Parties (COP) of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), the COP of the Convention of Biological Diversity CBD), UN Ocean Conference (UNOC), etc.
Earth Insight seeks candidates with a can-do attitude, a deep commitment to driving meaningful change from local to global scales, and curiosity about exploring new methods for analyzing and visualizing data. Demonstrable experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is required, and familiarity with open-source tools and libraries for spatial analysis, data management, and web mapping (e.g., Leaflet, Mapbox) is strongly preferred. Candidates should embrace a collaborative, inclusive culture, and enjoy working as part of a globally-minded and diverse team. This fully remote, exempt position is open to applicants authorized to work in the United States.