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Researcher in GIS and Remote Sensing for ECOIP Project

Join a dynamic research team at RIHN in Kyoto to study land-use change and global commodity footprints using GIS and remote sensing.

Best for:Best for researchers with a PhD in geoinformatics, geography, or environmental science and strong expertise in remote sensing and GIS analysis.

National Institutes for the Humanities, Research Institute for Humanity and Nature · Kyoto, Japan · R2 · Recognised researcher
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Remote SensingGISGeoinformaticsLand Use and Land Cover ChangeSpatial Analysis
This is a research staff position — not a PhD studentship.
Deadline
Nov 23, 2026
34 days
Funding
Salaried
JPY 6000k–JPY 7000k/yr
Start date
2027-01-01
Fixed-term
Location
Kyoto
Japan

Overview

The Research Institute for Humanity and Nature (RIHN) is seeking a dedicated researcher for the ECOIP project, which investigates the impacts of global commodity production and trade on indigenous lands, livelihoods, and rights. The successful candidate will focus on spatial and temporal changes in land use and land cover (LULC) across selected study regions in the Global South. Responsibilities include processing geospatial datasets, mapping LULC via satellite imagery, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team combining field-based social science and indigenous-led research. The role demands strong technical expertise in geographic information systems, remote sensing, and academic writing to advance the project's core objectives.

GISRemote SensingGeoinformaticsLand UseECOIPSpatial AnalysisGlobal SouthGeography

What you'll do

  • Map and analyze spatiotemporal changes in land use and land cover using satellite imagery.
  • Process and analyze geospatial datasets relevant to the ECOIP project objectives.
  • Support spatial analysis and visualization for various case studies.
  • Collaborate with project members to integrate geospatial analysis with field surveys and social science research.
  • Contribute to the writing of academic papers and present research findings at scientific conferences.

Requirements

Degree required: PhD in Geoinformatics, Geography, Environmental Science, or a related field (or expected completion by appointment date)

Language: English; professional proficiency required for research and communication

Instruction: English

Publications: Track record of academic paper authorship and conference presentations

Required skills
  • Demonstrated experience in land use and land cover (LULC) mapping using satellite imagery
  • Hands-on experience with GIS and geospatial data processing and analysis
  • Proven track record of writing academic papers and presenting at conferences
  • Proficiency in English sufficient to conduct independent research and writing
Nice to have
Programming skills in Python, R, JavaScript, or related languages for problem-solving and debuggingExperience with cloud-based geospatial analysis platforms such as Google Earth EngineApplication of machine learning or GeoAI to remote sensingFieldwork experience in rural or remote areas of the Global SouthExperience in collecting or validating ground-truthing dataCommunication proficiency in Lao, Indonesian, French, or Spanish
Eligibility
  • Hold a PhD or equivalent research capability by the start date

Funding & terms

Type
Salaried
Amount
JPY 6000k–JPY 7000k/yr
Duration
From January 1, 2027, through March 31, 2027 (renewable, up to March 31, 2030)
Programme
Research Institute for Humanity and Nature
Research Institute for Humanity and Nature

How to apply

Deadline: 2026-11-23 (Asia/Tokyo)

Prepare all application documents in English as separate files, compile them into a single ZIP folder named appropriately, and submit via email to the designated address with the specified subject line.

Documents required
  • CV
  • Research output list or researchmap/ORCID URL
  • PDFs of up to 3 major publications or books
  • Research statement detailing past work and contribution to the ECOIP project
  • Contact information for one referee
✉Apply by email

Contact

Yukari Mikami· Programme Research Department

ecoip@chikyu.ac.jp

https://www.chikyu.ac.jp/

Lab
ECOIP Project
National Institutes for the Humanities, Research Institute for Humanity and Nature
Japan
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