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About the ProjectSpatial data have a crucial role to play in service delivery and in assessing challenges faced by people living in particular neighbourhoods. In local government in the UK, levels of expertise in working with such data vary markedly. In most local authorities (LAs) there are Geographical Information Systems (GIS) experts who undertake work for policy teams using spatial data, but the use of GIS and spatial data is not fully embedded into the large majority of LAs. A crucial step in opening up the use of spatial data across LAs is the provision of easy-to-use tools for the interrogation of spatial data which, where appropriate, are linked to key policy or strategy areas. The project is closely aligned with an existing programme of work being undertaken by QUB and Belfast City Council (BCC) under the banner of the Geospatial Analysis Area Working Group (AWG). This work includes (1) development of a prototype spatial data portal which acts as a repository for data used by BCC staff, and (2) a series of ‘insight pieces’ which act as case studies where spatial data are used to answer key questions linked to core policy and strategy areas. The outputs from these case studies provide findings of direct relevance for monitoring and developing service delivery, but they also serve as exemplars to highlight the potential of spatial data in shaping decision making. The spatial data portal has been developed using an open source software environment called GeoNode; this enables registered users to upload spatial data, while anyone can view, query and download the data and make maps. This is appropriate for occasional users and those who require only simple visualisations. For many users a much greater degree of interactivity would be desirable, and for non-expert users for whom spatial data could play a key role, it is vital that available tools and the interface used are designed with specific decision making frameworks in mind. The proposed project will explore technical solutions to addressing this challenge – it will develop guidance and tools which can be used by staff across BCC to aid them in making best use of spatial data in decision making. The main objectives of the project are to: (i) undertake a systematic review of major web-based mapping platforms, (ii) identify one or more platforms which could meet the diverse needs of users in BCC, (iii) identify a small set of well-defined case studies which could serve as demonstrators, (iv) using the selected platform and case studies, construct a prototype BCC spatial data platform, (v) undertake user testing within BCC to refine the platform, and (vi) use the platform to undertake a set of exemplar studies which can be used to develop guidance for BCC staff.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE • Apply for Degree of Doctor of Philosophy in the School of Natural and Built Environment (subject: Geography) • State name of the lead supervisor as ‘Chris Lloyd’ on application • State ‘DFE’ as Intended Source of Funding • To apply, visit go.qub.ac.uk/pgapply RESEARCH PROPOSAL Applicants should upload a 500-word (maximum) discussion to the ’Research Proposal’ section of the Online Application Form) which gives details of: • Their understanding of the proposed research question(s) aim and objectives. • The context for the research in terms of relevant literature and policy. • A possible methodological approach. • Options for analysing the data gathered. Funding NotesThe successful candidate will be funded through a DFE studentship at the 2020/21 rate, a stipend of £15,285 and Home/EU fees at £4407. The candidate must have been ordinarily resident in the UK for 3 years (with no restrictions). EU residents may be eligible for the studentship covering fees-only. Scientific & Technical Officer (STO) Spatial Data Analyst & Services Developer, Marine Institute17/6/2020 Vacancy Area: Scientific and Technical Scientific & Technical Officer (STO) Spatial Data Analyst & Services Developer - Marine Strategy Framework Directive and Marine Spatial Planning Policy Support Summary of the Role: The successful candidate will work within the Institute’s Information Services and Development team. Working with the Marine Spatial Planning and Marine Strategy Framework cross-service teams the work undertaken will directly support the management and spatial analysis of marine environmental data to support evidence-based decision making and reporting on the marine environment. As the National Marine Data Centre, the Marine Institute collects and manages numerous data sets for a variety of purposes to support sustainable marine resource and environmental management on behalf of the public. Many of these data sets can be represented spatially to support marine spatial planning, while others are used to inform government on the environmental status of conditions in the marine environment based on European Union criteria of GES as defined under the MSFD. The successful candidate will work with Marine Institute scientists and other groups to develop spatial data and evidence products for use in a MSP for Ireland, and data relevant for making GES determinations under MSFD. For more information please download the job description here. Duration of Contract: The contract will be issued on a specified purpose basis for up to a maximum period of 31st December 2023, subject to continued funding. The successful candidate will be on probation for the first six months of this contract. How to Apply: A C.V. and letter of application, summarising experience and skill set applicable to the position should be emailed to recruitment [at] marine [dot] ie or posted to Human Resources at the Marine Institute, Rinville, Oranmore, Galway. All correspondence for this post should quote reference OSIS/MSP~MSFD/STO GIS Data- June 2020 Closing date for applications:All applications for this post should be received by the Marine Institute in advance of 12 noon on Tuesday June 30th 2020. Please note that late applications will not be accepted. Use of Data - all personal data and the information submitted for this application will be used solely for the purpose of this campaign, after which it will be deleted in line with our General Data Protection Regulation Policy and data retention schedule. All information will be treated with the strictest confidence and accessed only by those involved directly in the campaign. The Marine Institute is an equal opportunities employer Closing Date: Tuesday, 30 June, 2020 Vacancy Area: Scientific and Technical Temporary Scientific Technical Officer Marine Biodiversity and Foodwebs Summary of the Role: The Scientific Technical Officer will work within MI FEAS to conduct data analysis and assessments of fish data under the Biodiversity Descriptor 1 and to understand and quantify trophic interactions of marine food-webs in Ireland, with particular emphasis on fish. Background to Requirement: The Marine Institute is building up its capacity in ecosystem related disciplines, in order to support Ireland’s obligations under the EU’s Marine Strategy Framework Directive and the OSPAR Commission on Protecting and Conserving the Northeast Atlantic. The impact of human pressures including commercial fisheries on marine biodiversity and food-webs is an important consideration in the implementation of the Common Fisheries Policy, the Marine Strategy Framework Directive (Descriptor 1&4) and the Habitats and Bird’s directives. Through a Service Level Agreement with the Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government, the Marine Institute has a responsibility to assess anthropogenic impacts on biodiversity and marine food-webs. The successful candidate will have a background in marine fish ecology, data analysis and associated technical experience. For more information please download the job description here. Duration of Contract: This temporary specified purpose contract of employment will be for the period up to the end of December 2023, subject to continued funding. The successful candidate will be on probation for the first six months of this contract. How to Apply: A C.V. and letter of application, summarising experience and skill set applicable to the position should be emailed to recruitment [at] marine [dot] ie or posted to Human Resources at the Marine Institute, Rinville, Oranmore, Galway. All correspondence for this post should quote reference FEAS/STOBIOD/June 2020 All applications for this post should be received by the Marine Institute in advance of 12 noon Tuesday June 30th 2020. Please note that late applications will not be accepted. Use of Data - all personal data and the information submitted for this application will be used solely for the purpose of this campaign, after which it will be deleted in line with our General Data Protection Regulation Policy and data retention schedule. All information will be treated with the strictest confidence and accessed only by those involved directly in the campaign. The Marine Institute is an equal opportunities employer Closing Date: Tuesday, 30 June, 2020 Visit the NICS vacancies website http://www.nicsrecruitment.org.uk/ to find out more about, or apply for, vacancies listed below.Visit the NICS vacancies website http://www.nicsrecruitment.org.uk/ to find out more about, or apply for, vacancies listed below.
AFBI has a recruitment opportunity for a Higher Scientific Officer – Benthic Habitat Modeller: 24 Month Fixed Term Contract based at AFBI Headquarters, Newforge Lane, Belfast, BT9 5PX (IRC256739) which closes on Tuesday 23rd June 2020 at 12 noon. AFBI has a recruitment opportunity for a Higher Scientific Officer (HSO) Marine Protected Areas Management Plans Officer: 24 Month Fixed Term Contract based at AFBI Headquarters, Newforge Lane, Belfast, BT9 5PX (IRC256589) which closes on Tuesday 23rd June 2020 at 12 noon. WHILE THERE'S STILL TIME... AFBI has a recruitment opportunity for a Research Vessel & Marine Systems Manager based at AFBI Headquarters, Newforge Lane, Belfast, BT9 5PX (IRC243201) which closes on Monday 1st June 2020 at 12 noon. |
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