ArcGIS Geospatial Researcher
Understandingwar
About this role
The Institute for the Study of War is seeking a full-time ArcGIS Geospatial Researcher with a focus on maritime conflicts. The role involves conducting geospatial analysis, developing maps and visualizations, and supporting research projects related to ongoing conflicts and security threats. It offers an opportunity to contribute to real-time intelligence efforts and impact policy and humanitarian decisions.
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About Understandingwar
understandingwar.orgThe Institute for the Study of War (ISW), also known as Understanding War, is a non‑partisan, non‑profit public policy research organization that advances informed understanding of military affairs. ISW produces open‑source, operational‑level analysis—including daily reports, interactive maps, situation updates, research papers, and briefings—targeted at policymakers, military planners, journalists, and the public. It synthesizes field reporting and open‑source intelligence to assess strategy, tactics, and battlefield developments and to inform policy recommendations. ISW’s work is widely cited for timely, accessible analysis of conflicts such as the wars in Ukraine and the broader Middle East.
About Understandingwar
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Leadership Team
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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Salary
$78k – $106k
per year