Associate - GIS Specialist

Cambridge MA

Description

Industrial Economics, Incorporated (IEc) provides consulting services for natural resource managers, regulators, attorneys, and other clients involved in public policy development and implementation. Our staff applies expertise in economics, science, engineering, business, computer modeling, and data management to cutting-edge environmental and natural resource policy and management issues. We are known for developing smart, objective analyses to address high-profile environmental and public policy problems, leveraging a unique combination of analytic rigor and creativity. Position: GIS specialist with quantitative skills to support natural resource damage assessment, policy analysis, applied economics practice areas. Responsibilities: IEc Associates design project methodologies, gather and analyze data, develop and apply scientific and economic models, write reports, present findings, and generally assist clients in refining solutions to public policy problems. Associates at IEc often work on site-specific cases, valuing impacts on environmental services (e.g., recreation, commercial fishing, drinking water) in the wake of oil spills, chemical releases, forest fires, and other degradation to land, water, and air resources. Our Associates also analyze broader policy initiatives, helping regulators understand the economic implications of prominent issues such as climate change, clean energy development, and endangered species protection. The Associate-GIS Specialist will be responsible for a mix of project work, including: • Developing presentation quality mapping products, • Designing and implementing detailed spatial analyses, • Interpreting and communicating results via oral presentations and written reports, • Training staff on spatial theory, methods, and software, • Recommending approaches to achieve project objectives, and • Coordinating Research Analysts' tasks and schedule work to meet completion dates. Consulting work at IEc requires attention to detail, asking questions, strong communication skills, and organization skills, including ability to work independently, plan project schedules, and meet deadlines. Associates typically work in project teams, managing the efforts of research analysts and other support staff while coordinating with experts in other disciplines such as biology, hydrology, and environmental chemistry. Required Qualifications: A Master’s degree or PhD (or international equivalent) in geography, public policy, natural science, or related fields, with skills in GIS. Compensation and Advancement: • Salary commensurate with experience. Benefits package includes health insurance, employer-contributed retirement savings based on tenure, eligibility for annual performance bonus, paid time off (vacation/holiday) and sick time, new parent leave, and short- and long-term disability. • IEc is committed to growth from within and supports the professional development of our staff. We frequently promote Associates to senior positions at the firm. Position Location: Cambridge, MA Position Start Date: Immediate For more detailed information and to apply, please visit our website at. EOE AA M/F/Veterans/Disability