Teagasc looks for someone for a Temporary Funded Contract post, the indicative duration of which is 19.5 months, subject to contract. A panel may be formed from which future similar vacancies may be filled.
Basic Function: Develop the geospatial analyses and remote sensing methodologies (high spatial and high temporal resolution optical satellite and airborne data) for predicting the distribution of High Nature Value (HNV) farmland in Ireland. Assist with ground-truthing based on aerial ortho-photography, and liaise with partners in the selection of locations of field-based ground-truthing (including some field work).Lead the quantitative analysis to support the analysis of socio-economic /farm system information as a predictive tool for HNV/landuse. Prepare manuscripts for publication, and contribute to wider dissemination.
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Grade/Salary: Research Officer, with a starting salary of €31,729 per annum. The current salary scale is €31,729 to €56,430.
Starting pay will be at the minimum of the scale per Government Circular E100/8/82. Exceptional circumstances may apply for candidates with current or previous service in the public sector (including Teagasc). Remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Policy.
Further information can be found at Teagasc.