GIS Position with UMD Libraries

UMD Libraries is starting a new task force exploring wayfinding/signage and digital wayfinding in McKeldin. As part of our information gathering, I was thinking of hiring a GIS grad (or perhaps an undergrad with some advanced skills) student who might have some interest/expertise in wayfinding issues. I'm thinking of some user studies where a GIS person could give students tasks and then record their movements/decisions through the building with the goal of identifying problem areas or sticking points. We are also interested in apps for internal wayfinding or perhaps using Google Indoor Maps for this, so anyone with knowledge or expertise in these areas would be great too.

This would be an hourly position, rates and number of hours/length of employment to be determined based on potential skills of those interested.

Email Gary White (gww2@umd.edu) for more information.