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Humanistic GIS Laboratory Recruitment 2020-2021

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Looking to get more involved on campus? Seeking to explore careers and passions? Read on for exciting opportunities and helpful resources at the Humanistic GIS Laboratory (refer to https://hgis.uw.edu)!

This Lab is committed to exploring the Digital Earth as the home of humankind.  Driven by this common interest, a group of UW scholars and student researchers have been working together (1) to explore innovative methodologies to improve geospatial technologies with the consideration of human experience,  (2) to reflect upon the social implications of maps, geovisualization, and other geospatial technologies, and (3) to geo-narrate a variety of geographic phenomena, especially those related to vulnerable populations. Up to now, multiple Projects have been funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF), National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Geographic, and Google. Below are some featured projects that have been done by HGIS Lab.

Professor Bo Zhao has announced an opportunity for undergraduate students to get involved in some very high-level research projects related to Data Science and Web GIS, the specific projects include, but not limited to, Web Mapping (related to COVID-19, LGBTQ+ spaces, coastal resilience), Point Cloud Visualization, GeoBlockchain for the Vulnerable, and UI/UX Design. We are seeking students who are motivated and willing to! If you are seeking to gain experience with data science and web mapping/web development, our lab is a perfect place for you!

Requirements:

  • A current undergraduate student at the University of Washington;
  • Must have the self-motivation to learn new technologies, software, methodologies and assist the team to operate at maximum efficiency; and
  • Great communication skills and teamwork ethics.

Preferred skills (not required):

  • Demonstrated proficiency in data analysis and point cloud visualization;
  • Familiarity with the programming language such as JavaScript, Python; and
  • Prior experience with website design and web mapping development.

Student volunteers are expected to work at least 3 hours per week. The professor/supervisor will provide necessary guidance related to lab projects. Volunteer can become a former lab member if being nominated by a current lab member. In the past year, most of the former lab members have been 1) admitted to graduate school, 2) got industrial internships or 3) were funded by very high-grade research grants from NSF, NIH or UW. Therefore, if you are interested in this opportunity, please email a short paragraph to Dr. Bo Zhao via zhaobo@uw.edu about yourself and why you would like to serve in our lab and attach your CV/resume. Please submit your statement as soon as possible.

 

Bo Zhao
Assistant Professor
Department of Geography

Undergraduate Student Research Assistant Recruitment for GeoBlockchain Learning and Development

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The HGIS Lab (https://hgis.uw.edu) is recruiting two to three talented student assistant volunteers to join our “GeoBlockchain for vulnerable population” project. We are looking for disciplined students to assist in the development of Decentralized Web Mapping Application aimed to support the vulnerable populations in the U.S. Students will get involved in both front- and back-end development of the application. Prior experience in blockchain development is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities:

  • Attending virtual meetings with the team member led by the Principal Investigator Dr. Bo Zhao.
  • Developing the front-end side of the application including web designing and UI/UX designing.
  • Developing the back-end side of the application using Blockchain technology.
    Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills:

  • A current undergraduate student at the University of Washington
  • Demonstrated proficiency in JavaScript, HTML, and CSS
  • Demonstrated proficiency in Server-end JavaScript (e.g., node.js)
  • Familiarity with blockchain technology and how it works (preferred)
  • Demonstrated knowledge of Ethereum Blockchain and Smart Contracts (preferred)
  • Prior experience with website design and web mapping development (preferred)
  • Must have the self-motivation to learn new technologies, software, methodologies and assist Team to operate at maximum efficiency
  • Must pay strict attention to details and Information Security

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a volunteer position. Days and hours of work are very flexible, but students are expected to spend at least 5 hours/week and work remotely.

If you are interested in this project, please send an email to Dr. Bo Zhao (zhaobo@uw.edu).  It is a limited opportunity; we will prefer to work with students who contact us first.