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$80K - $95K/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 ...

As part of a vibrant academic community dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and service ... Earned masters degree in Geography or a closely related field from an accredited university with a ...

As part of a vibrant academic community dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and service ... Earned masters degree in Geography or a closely related field from an accredited university with a ...

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How much do geography research jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 7, 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.

What are the typical daily tasks and responsibilities in a Geography Research position?

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.

Mid-Level Cartographic Analyst- Production

International Underwater Explorations

On-site

$80K - $95K/yr

Full-time

Posted 19 days ago


Job description

Middle-Level Cartographic Analyst Production ( NCE)

TS/SCI Clearance Required

Who are we?

International Underwater Explorations (IUE) is a subsidiary of Dynamic Integrated Services (DIS) which is a proud Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business based in the Washington, D.C. Metropolitan area providing management consulting services to federal agencies and organizations supporting the public sector.

IUE provides professional GEOINT exploitation, analysis, production services, and GEOINT management solutions.

Most Importantly!

Both at DIS and IUE, we are team-oriented, continuous learners, hard-working, creative thinkers, and most of all 'kind people. We are a different kind of company with a truly unique culture, one that values our employees and shares a mutual devotion to serving our clients with the highest forms of integrity.

IUE is currently seeking a Cartographer Analyst to join the IUE team. The Human Geography Division (SFGE) provides a broad array of Human Geography products to customers throughout the IC, NSG, and ASG. These customers rely on the accurate and timely delivery of these products to support policy decisions and mission planning and execution.

What does an IUE Team Member look like?

  • You should be an ambitious and divergent thinker with a passion for solving complex problems.
  • You bring continuous exceptional value as an action-oriented team player.
  • You are zealous and have a commitment to provide superior service, poised under pressure, and have an optimistic attitude!

Position Details:

Work Schedule: Day Shift

Work Location: NGA-Wash (NCE), in-office only Security Clearance: TS/SCI, with a willingness to obtain a CI Polygraph

Essential Duties:

  • 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, including written reports.
  • Support the government in its efforts to further develop and maintain the International Program for Human Geography (IPHG) including facilitation of Quality Assurance, training activities, technical and geospatial support at Plenary and Technical meetings.
  • Provide geospatial analysis support services to the customer IPHG and International Activities (bilateral and multi-national partnerships).
  • Work with Government counterparts to acquire and disseminate Human Geography data. Post co-produced Human Geography data to NSG data storage and dissemination solutions such as the APAN and PiX. Support efforts to identify potential sources of information and tools that may enhance Human Geography community awareness and sharing across the IC community, DoD, and the Civilian Agencies
  • The Contractor shall participate in technical exchanges with Government, partners, and contract personnel located at their site and around the globe.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Work within a government/contractor team environment providing Electronic Nautical Chart Conversion, Production, and Review.
  • Support existing and developing mission areas, including Digital Nautical Chart or Electronic Nautical Chart Conversion production.
  • Perform cartographic and GIS analysis by extracting features from various sources, such as rasterized nautical charts, digital hydrographic survey data, and ortho-rectified imagery.

Basic Qualifications:

    • 5 years minimum GEOINT experience
  • Experience in geography, cartography, and GIS, with proficiency in ArcGIS applications.
  • Knowledge of digital cartography, GIS production techniques, and NGA digital data formats.
  • Ability to analyze imagery and non-imagery source data for hydrographic products and databases.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Previous experience in Nautical Maritime domains.

Physical and Cognitive Requirements

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Physical

  • Frequently required to sit and work at a desk/computer for extended periods of time of up to 8 hours a day.
  • While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to talk and hear.
  • Must be able to have repetitive wrist/hand/finger movement to work on computer and/or related office equipment.
  • Vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Cognitive

  • Ability to learn new tasks.
  • Ability to maintain focus and complete tasks independently.
  • Ability to remember processes.
  • Ability to complete tasks in situations that have a speed or productivity quota.

Salary is commensurate with experience.



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