Research Fellow/Associate - Specialisation in GIS

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About the Organization

The National Institute of Urban Affairs (NIUA) is India’s premier urban think tank, shaping the urban narrative since 1976. NIUA bridges the gap between research and practice to promote balanced and constructive transformation. The institute drives solutions that go beyond theoretical frameworks, reshaping ideas and fostering actionable initiatives that deliver tangible impact on the ground.

Job Description

• Undertake GIS based spatial modelling including spatial regressions, sprawl analyses etc. (Ability to prepare simple maps using GIS platform is not enough for the position.)
• Georeference and project such datasets. Normalise different datasets into one common format and undertake statistical analysis and prepare maps.
• Locate, obtain and compile spatial data from variety of open sources including satellite imagery, aerial photographs, night light data, open street maps etc.
• Interpret Satellite Images and visualise results with appropriate techniques
• Integration of primary survey into GIS platform, automate the process of data collection and undertake data analysis
• Apply innovative thinking towards utilizing geospatial data.
• Stay in tune with cross-sector data outputs in demography, environment, housing etc.

Education Qualification/Required Skills & Experience

• Post Graduation/PhD in Geography/ Economics/ Statistics/Development Studies/ Urban or other relevant discipline
• Degree/Diploma/Training in Remote Sensing and GIS is desirable

Knowledge

• Knowledge of urban sector is a must
• Demonstrated proficiency in basic econometrics, mapping and modelling and creative application of GIS in the urban context
• Knowledge of secondary datasets (Census of India, NSSO, NFHS, PLFS,  CMIE,  IHDS and ASI)
• Knowledge of relevant data analysis software such as R, SPSS, STATA is desirable.

Experience

• Atleast 3-8 years relevant research experience after post-graduation
• Research and publications related to utilization of GIS techniques

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