Geospatial Data Scientist (Research Fellow or Part-time Consultant)

Terrafuse builds AI technology making climate and weather modeling 1000x faster and 100x cheaper, focusing on climate risk assessment through their Queryable Earth vision.
Data
Mid-Level Software Engineer
Remote
1 - 10 Employees
5+ years of experience
AI · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Geospatial Data Scientist (Research Fellow or Part-time Consultant)

Terrafuse is pioneering AI technology that revolutionizes climate and weather modeling, making it 1000x faster and 100x cheaper than existing solutions. Born from academic expertise at Lawrence Berkeley National Lab and supported by prestigious institutions like NSF, NASA, and Microsoft AI for Earth, Terrafuse is developing a Queryable Earth platform that combines cloud-native Earth observation with AI for actionable climate insights.

The company's initial focus is on wildfire and wind risk assessment, addressing critical challenges in insurance and environmental protection. Their groundbreaking wildfire risk model has already proven its worth by accurately predicting Los Angeles fires. This technology is vital for disaster preparedness and response, potentially saving lives and protecting the environment.

As a Geospatial Data Scientist, you'll join a team working on cutting-edge environmental solutions. The role combines environmental engineering expertise with data science, requiring proficiency in Python and GIS tools. You'll validate ML-based catastrophe risk models, process environmental datasets, and create impactful visualizations.

The position offers flexible part-time hours, making it ideal for professionals seeking to contribute to meaningful environmental projects while maintaining work-life balance. You'll benefit from mentorship opportunities and collaborate with passionate experts in a dynamic environment. The role can be performed remotely or from the San Francisco Bay Area, offering geographical flexibility.

This is an opportunity to work at the intersection of AI, climate science, and environmental protection, making a real difference in how we understand and respond to environmental challenges. Terrafuse's commitment to diversity and inclusion ensures a welcoming environment for professionals from all backgrounds.

Last updated 19 days ago

Responsibilities For Geospatial Data Scientist (Research Fellow or Part-time Consultant)

  • Validate machine learning based catastrophe risk models and assess their alignment with environmental and client standards
  • Analyze and process environmental datasets using Python and ArcGIS
  • Assist in creating visualizations and maps for risk models
  • Contribute to reporting and presentations by providing clear and actionable insights from data analysis

Requirements For Geospatial Data Scientist (Research Fellow or Part-time Consultant)

Python
  • 5-7 years of experience in software engineering, environmental engineering, data science, or related field
  • Proficiency in Python for data analysis, visualization, and modeling
  • Strong knowledge of ArcGIS or QGIS, including spatial analysis, data management, and mapping
  • Familiarity with validating catastrophe risk models
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
  • Effective communication and teamwork abilities
  • Undergraduate degree in technical discipline

Benefits For Geospatial Data Scientist (Research Fellow or Part-time Consultant)

  • Flexible part-time hours
  • Hands-on experience working on impactful environmental projects
  • Mentorship and professional development opportunities
  • Opportunity to collaborate with a team of passionate professionals

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