Please refer to the How to Apply for a Job (for External Candidates) job aid for instructions on how to apply. If you are an active McGill employee (ie: currently in an active contract or position at McGill University), do not apply through this Career Site. Login to your McGill Workday account and apply to this posting using the Find Jobs report (type Find Jobs in the search bar). Hiring Unit: Department of Geography Position Summary: Design and optimize geospatial data pipelines to integrate multi-source datasets (health records, satellite imagery, near-real-time environmental data) for vulnerability and risk assessments Conduct advanced vulnerability and risk mapping of health centers, and coastal communities exposed to disasters, such as cyclones and floods Develop innovative methodologies for compiling and analyzing geospatial databases to evaluate disaster impacts on healthcare access and service quality Incorporate remote sensing and satellite imagery into real-time monitoring workflows during extreme weather events Analyze patient and population-level datasets to assess healthcare accessibility, equity and service gaps in the high-risk regions Author grant proposals, policy briefs, and scientific reports to secure dunging and influence decision-making at institutional and governmental levels Lead or support cross-functional research initiatives, including environmental surveillance, biostatistical analysis, and impact evaluations Plan and execute stakeholder engagement activities, such as workshops, conferences and technical presentations Standardize data management systems to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and real-time decision support Other Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities: Advanced proficiency in Geospatial tools (GIS, remote sensing, satellite image processing), Programming & Analytics (R. Python), Biostatistics and epidemiological data analysis and Scientific writing in English Demonstrated expertise in vulnerability assessment, risk modeling and environmental health surveillance Experience and Education: Master's degree in Environmental Engineering, Geography, Public Health, Geospatial Science or related field 2+ years of progressive experience in geospatial and health-related disaster risk research Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located. Knowlege of English: McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level # 4 on a scale of 0-4. Hourly Salary: $31.44 Hours per Week: 35 (Full time) Location: Burnside Hall Supervisor: Assistant Professor Position Start Date: 2025-11-11 Position End Date: 2026-04-30 Deadline to Apply: 2025-11-27 This position is covered by the Association of McGill University Research Employees (AMURE) collective agreement. McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca. Located in one of the world’s great multicultural and multilingual cities, McGill University is internationally recognized for its excellence as a leading institution of higher education and research. For nearly 200 years, through the work of dedicated people, McGill has been breaking ground in diverse fields and contributing solutions to some of the world’s most significant issues. McGillians are proud to be part of a community that is both global and local, inspired by challenge and committed to shaping a better future. McGill received a Platinum STARS rating in sustainability, is among Canada’s greenest employers, and is a top Montreal Employer. Grandescunt Aucta Labore. By work, all things increase and grow. Find a sense of purpose. Develop your future. Join us today.