WebGIS/Visualization Expert

Leibniz Center for Tropical Marine Ecology
(ZMT), Bremen
The Leibniz Center for Tropical Marine Ecology (ZMT) in Bremen is a member of the Leibniz
Association, which is supported by the German Federal and State Governments. Through its
research, ZMT contributes to developing science-based strategies for sustainable use of
tropical coastal systems (www.leibniz-zmt.de).
The ZMT plans to develop an online spatial data-portal to showcase our data based on a
connection with our internal database, as well as stream data from other providers to create
an easy-to use source of spatial data for all researchers interested in tropical coasts. We
have one position available for a
WebGIS/Visualization Expert
(Reference Number: 2016 - 1)
Job description: We are looking for an individual who will develop the portal according to
our thematic needs and in close collaboration with domain scientists and the existing IT staff
of ZMT. An Example of a portal similar to the planned one is e.g. NANOOS NVS. Existing open
source WebGIS applications will be adapted to the requirements of the ZMT (collaboration
between scientific disciplines and with partners in tropical countries). The portal will be
connected to our internal database and to external data providers. It is envisioned to grow
into a one-stop shop for tropical marine data for researchers of a number of disciplines.
Requirements: The applicant will need the documented necessary skills to develop a spatial
web portal. A geo-related information science degree is an asset. Specific skills could
encompass e.g. database design (SQL), programming (php, Javascript, HTML and/or CSS),
webservices (REST, SOAP), relevant APIs. With your application, please provide a CV
highlighting your computational skills, a sketch of the methods you would use to develop a
web portal for ZMT as well as examples of related projects you were involved in.
The employment envisages a 100% position to be filled for 18-months; part time work is
possible. Envisioned starting date of the position is the 1st of April, 2016. Salary will be paid
according to the German TV-L. ZMT is an equal opportunity employer. Disabled persons with
comparable qualification receive preferential status. The institute offers an interesting and
dynamic working environment with flexible office-hours and the opportunity for further
qualification.
Please send your complete set of application documents (incl. copies of relevant
certifications) as a single pdf file via email to Ms. Jessica Vince ([email protected])
and indicate the reference number “WebGIS 2016 - 1”. Applications will be reviewed from
January 31th, 2016 until the position is filled. Only short-listed candidates will be notified.
In case of questions please contact Dr. Nils Moosdorf, e-mail: [email protected].
Leibniz Center for Tropical Marine Ecology, Fahrenheitstrasse 6, D - 28359 Bremen.
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