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Coweta School District I-17

Geography Teacher

Coweta, OK · On-site

Geography Teacher at Sloat Junior High Position Purpose Under the general supervision of the School ... research. * Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and ...

International Underwater Explorations

$70K - $80K/yr

The Contractor shall use an understanding of geography, research, GIS, and data conflation and management skills to produce a broad array of human geography products including attributed data, maps ...

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As of Jun 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for geography research in the United States is $82,038.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $82,500.00 and $83,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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In a Geography Research role, your daily responsibilities may include gathering and analyzing spatial data, conducting field studies or surveys, preparing maps using GIS technology, and compiling detailed reports on your findings. You'll often collaborate with team members such as cartographers, environmental scientists, and urban planners to address real-world geographic challenges. The work environment can be a mix of office-based analysis and occasional fieldwork, depending on the project's requirements. This variety keeps the role engaging and allows you to apply analytical skills to diverse topics like urban development, environmental management, or resource planning.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Geography Research position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Geography Research role, you need strong analytical skills, proficiency in spatial data analysis, and a degree in geography or a related field. Experience with GIS software, remote sensing tools, and statistical analysis programs is highly valued, along with relevant certifications such as GISP. Excellent written communication, problem-solving abilities, and attention to detail help set candidates apart. These competencies are crucial for conducting accurate research, interpreting complex data, and delivering actionable insights that support spatial decision-making.

What is a Geography Research job?

A Geography Research job involves studying the Earth's physical features, human populations, and environmental patterns to analyze spatial relationships and trends. Researchers in this field use geographic information systems (GIS), field surveys, and data analysis to examine issues like urban development, climate change, and resource management. They may work in academia, government agencies, or private sectors, contributing to policy recommendations and sustainable planning.

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Infographic showing various Geography Research job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, and 10% Part Time. Highlights an 88% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $82,038 per year, or $39.4 per hour.
Human Geographer (Mid-Level)- TS/SCI

Human Geographer (Mid-Level)- TS/SCI

Wiser (Tennessee)

Springfield, VA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Human Geographer - Mid-Level - TS/SCI

Location: Springfield, VA

Experience Level: Level 3, Middle (5-10 years)

Required Clearance: Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance


Wiser offers innovative solutions to clients in the public, private, and government sectors. We combine technology and expertise to develop inventive solutions that deliver quality results and aid in critical decision making. With the flexibility and efficiency of a small business, we provide nimble responsiveness with the low risk and strong performance experience of an established GEOINT and Geospatial service provider.


Role Description

We are presently identifying candidates for the following position: Human Geographer - Mid-Level. A Human Geographer (HG) applies an understanding of geography, research, GIS, data conflation, and management skills to produce a broad array of human geography products including attributed data, maps, and written reports. Production phases for HG projects and products may include research, discovery, evaluation, extraction, creation, geo-enabling, quality control/review, metadata attribution, source citation, service enabling and dissemination.


Minimum Qualifications

  • U.S. Citizen
  • Active Top-Secret/SCI security clearance at time of application and willingness to complete a CI poly upon request.
  • Relevant background via one of the following pathways:
    • High School diploma and 5-10 years of specialized professional work experience in human geography data research and collection, compiling and organizing statistical data into tables compatible with ArcGIS, participating in quality control checks, geospatial analysis, and/or international regional/functional expertise.
    • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 2-7 years of specialized professional work experience in human geography data research and collection, compiling and organizing statistical data into tables compatible with ArcGIS, participating in quality control checks, geospatial analysis, and/or international regional/functional expertise.
    • Master's degree in relevant field and one year of specialized professional work experience in human geography data research and collection, compiling and organizing statistical data into tables compatible with ArcGIS, participating in quality control checks, geospatial analysis, and/or international regional/functional expertise.
  • High proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in relevant software applications such as ESRI products (ArcPro, ArcMap), SOCET GXP, QGIS, Remoteview, or similar electronic light table applications, GRiD, DVOF, IGW, GAIT etc.; previous GEOINT production experience preferred.
  • Experience using feature layers (shapefiles), raster data (imagery/DEM), geodatabases (GDB, FDB), cartographic products, and safe data handling and storage procedures.
  • Ability to produce GEOINT products to NGA standards and quality.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bilingual language capabilities.
  • NGA College courses and certifications.
  • Preferred candidates should have completed relevant Formal/Advanced Military Training (Tech School, Advanced Individual Training, A School, or other MOS/AFSC/Rate granting equivalent) or have a current GEOINT Professional Certification-Foundations (GPC-F).
  • Experience with Python scripting.

Work Environment

Work is within a team environment and will be conducted on site in Springfield, VA.


*Candidates are encouraged to submit a resume that explicitly addresses each of the requirements listed above.

Wiser Imagery Services employs personnel within the states of Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Missouri, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, and West Virginia.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

To comply with Federal law, Wiser Imagery Services participates in E-Verify. Successful candidates must pass the E-Verify process upon hire.

Wiser Imagery Services is a drug-free workplace.

We respectfully request not to be contacted by recruiters and/or staffing agencies.

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