Trainee / Specialist – Spatial Research & Data Visualization (m/f/d)

Organization

IRIS – Institut für raumbezogene Infrastruktur und Raumforschung (gGmbH)

Location

Germany (On-site / Hybrid with Relocation & Housing Support)

Target Program

Opportunity Card (Chancenkarte) / Master Trainees / International Talents

Working Language

English (No initial German language skills required)

About the Research Institute

The IRIS Institute (gGmbH) is an applied research organization creating predictive spatial models for renewable energy siting, power grid capacities, and environmental land resilience across Germany.

What We Offer

We support international applicants through every step of the German Opportunity Card process, covering visa administration, qualification recognition, local accommodation setup, and baseline cost-of-living stipends. In addition, we provide on-site German language training and a collaborative research environment working with state-of-the-art Web-GIS tools.

Your Role & Key Tasks

You will analyze and validate spatial resilience outputs and energy location clusters generated by our data engine. You will create clear, interactive map presentations and automated visual factsheets using Web-GIS and dashboarding tools, acting as a vital communication link between technical data engineering and practical research applications.

Candidate Profile & Qualifications

We look for candidates with a degree in Spatial Planning, Geography, Industrial Engineering, Real Estate, Geoinformatics, or related fields. You should have working familiarity or a strong interest in GIS tools (such as QGIS), modern Web-GIS platforms (Felt, Kepler.gl), or BI reporting tools, paired with strong analytical capabilities and fluent English.