Database Developer and GIS Specialist

Fixed-term (2 years)

Grade 7: £29,099 - £35,788 with a discretionary range to £39,107 p.a.

The Malaria Atlas Project works on spatial estimates of malaria risk and related topics. We are currently recruiting a Database Developer with GIS skills and Java programming experience to lead database development for the group and take over the high-throughput production of map images .

Both activities are linked to development of our web portal and the post-holder will take over routine technical maintenance of the website and make functional updates to a new online Javascript application that allows users to explore our data.

You will have experience with Relational Database Management Systems (RDBMS), excellent SQL skills and extensive experience programming in Java. These skills will be coupled with experience of using GIS software for both vector and raster manipulation, and an understanding of geoprocessing.

Only applications received before midday on 31 January 2012 can be considered. You will be required to upload a supporting statement and CV.

To apply please go to

www.ox.ac.uk

and quote reference number 101916.