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Marine Technician, Shipboard Science Support Group
URL: https://uwhires.admin.washington.edu/eng/candidates/
Company / Organization: University of Washington
City: Seattle
State or Country if outside US: WA
Description:
The Shipboard Science Support Group at University of Washington is hiring two new marine technicians to support the R/V Thomas G. Thompson and R/V Clifford A. Barnes in Seattle, WA.
The School of Oceanography at the University of Washington operates two federally owned research vessels, the R/V Thomas G. Thompson and R/V Clifford A. Barnes. The Shipboard Science Support Group (SSSG) provides logistics support within our overall Marine Operations efforts to enable research and academic users of our research vessels and shore-based facilities to successfully and safely carry out their planned missions and objectives. Individuals in this group will work cooperatively with ship operators, ship users, co-workers, and vendors to maintain a high level of services and specialized scientific and technical assistance to the oceanographic community both on shore and at sea.
The University of Washington School of Oceanography has outstanding opportunities for two Research Scientist Engineer 2 positions with a range of experience levels to join our team of sea-going personnel with the technical and scientific skills necessary to support our scientific and educational cruises. The role includes frequent periods worked at sea. Those hired will also work on shore to provide logistics support for current and future cruises and to develop particular areas of specialized knowledge that contribute to keeping the overall SSSG workgroup up-to-date in relevant technological advances and trends in oceanographic research.
Responsibilities:
All personnel within the group are expected to perform the following tasks: While at sea, stand regular watches (typically 12 hours per day); perform duties of scientific data collection and archiving; and assist with deployment and recovery of scientific equipment as required to meet the objectives of each expedition. Assist the Master of the vessel to maintain compliance with ship, deck, and lab safety procedures and with proper storage and use of scientific hazardous materials and radioisotope materials brought onboard by vessel users.
Operate, monitor, and maintain shipboard scientific instruments and associated software, shipboard navigation and communications systems, and GPS receivers.
Provide summary reports at the end of each expedition of successes and deficiencies in meeting objectives and the status of on board equipment and instruments. Plan and implement upgrades, as well as document procedures and configurations.
While on shore, provide logistical support within SSSG, including order and ship equipment or repair parts and supplies to ports of call; provide technical support to shipboard personnel via e-mail or phone consultations; inform SSSG Manager of equipment status and assist in ongoing efforts to schedule and document required repairs, upgrades, and associated tasks; work with manufacturers to ensure maintenance, repairs, and calibrations of instruments and equipment. Contribute ideas to improve efficiency and function of SSSG. Interact with ship users and operators to determine best procedures to accomplish planned work safely; participate in pre-cruise conferences to identify and schedule the acquisition of specialized equipment to support expedition objectives; maintain pooled oceanographic instrumentation and equipment in safe working condition. Work collaboratively with other marine operations personnel to plan, schedule, and accomplish individual mobilization and demobilization tasks during vessel in port periods (both in Seattle and in other ports), and participate in the planning for shipboard scientific system maintenance, repairs and upgrades. Participate in vendor, UNOLS (University National Oceanographic Laboratory System) or NSF-sponsored training opportunities to achieve standards of performance expected fleet wide. As schedule permits, attend annual meetings of the UNOLS Research Vessel Technical Enhancement Committee (RVTEC) to exchange information with personnel from other institutions to identify best practices and to resolve common problems.
Specialized Skills
In addition to the basic duties required of all personnel, members of SSSG are expected to develop individual expertise in emerging areas of oceanographic research in order to contribute ideas, develop procedures for carrying out shipboard research, interpret data quality, and collaborate on presenting research results. They are encouraged to identify and pursue necessary training opportunities to increase knowledge and skills in ways that benefit SSSG and Marine Operations activities and goals and that contribute to the academic and research missions of the School of Oceanography.
The School of Oceanography continues to build a team that includes individuals who have or will develop the following specialized skills:
Computer Network Administration. Manage shipboard computer Linux-based data servers and individual networked acquisition computers running Linux, Windows XP and Windows 7, and OSX operating systems. Ensure that this system is optimally configured and maintained for the science mission, including preserving the integrity of cruise data and shipboard communications systems.
Develop procedures to provide redundancy of functions for system components, document the procedures, and provide training and direction within SSSG to elucidate network architecture, functionality, and procedures.
Data Acquisition Systems. Participate, in consultation with other members of SSSG team, vessel users, and vendors in operation/maintenance/upgrades of software and hardware that comprise the suite of mechanical, electronic, and computer-controlled instruments in shipboard data collection, routing, and archiving systems (e.g., Knudsen depth sounder and sub-bottom profiler, Seabird CTD,
Kongsberg EM 302 swath bathymetry system, Applanix POS/MV, meteorological and navigational sensors, and vessel-mounted Teledyne/RDI Acoustic Doppler Current Profilers).
Sampling and Measurement Systems. Participate, in consultation with other members of SSSG team, vessel users, and vendors in the maintenance of mechanical and electronic components of sampling and measurement devices. Develop expertise in the use of acoustical systems and other scientific instrumentation for ship-based observations (e.g., Guildline AutoSal, Metrohm Dosimat titrators, chlorophyll fluorometers).
Data Archiving. Participate in UNOLS fleet wide R2R (rolling deck to repository) data archiving initiative and related efforts; implement best practices and standard procedures on our vessels; develop, maintain, and upgrade software to archive raw, derived, and meta data and to process, edit, and plot data for quality control and scientific inspection at sea.
Budget Management. Assist in preparation of annual operating budgets and proposals to support SSSG services and to provide ancillary services when required. Monitor expenditures to assure cost effectiveness of projects, to enable proper scheduling of purchases, repairs and upgrades, and to prepare timely projections of budget and task status. Education. Interact with faculty, students, and research scientists to train and mentor them in standard and novel approaches to shipboard oceanographic instrumentation, data collection and interpretation; become a resource within the School of Oceanography who contribute to local NSF-required broader impacts efforts to explain the significance of the research conducted on our vessels. Seek out opportunities for personal development and group improvement.
Additional related duties are to be performed as required.
Condition of Employment: | ||
Must possess or obtain a valid passport and a valid driver’s license; may be subject to periodic U.S. Coast Guard physical exam and agility test for duty in isolated locations and periodic tuberculosis PPD tests. Ability to obtain a Transportation Workers Identification Card (TWIC) is beneficial. Employees will be required to participate in research expeditions at sea for periods totaling up to 150 days each year, working odd and extended hours including holidays and weekends. Application Process: The application process for UW positions may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Workforce Authorization, Criminal Conviction History, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed. Appointment to this position is contingent upon obtaining satisfactory results from a criminal background check. |
Requirements:
REQUIREMENTS: | ||
Bachelor’s degree in a field related to oceanography or engineering; other degrees and disciplines will be considered with prior experience in a seagoing technical position directly related to oceanographic field studies, including operation and maintenance of standard shipboard scientific instruments; excellent written and verbal skills; ability to work under and meet short deadlines; and demonstrated ability to work safely and effectively at sea in adverse weather and conditions. Experience: 2-5 years of experience depending on the applicant's education and related work experience. Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except where there are legal requirements such as license/certification/registration. |
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DESIRED: | ||
Demonstrated experience and proficiency with Unix/Linux-based computer systems and scripting languages; knowledge of data acquisition procedures for shipboard scientific instruments and basic scientific data processing techniques; experience and aptitude with mechanical systems; knowledge and ability to perform basic electronic troubleshooting. Understanding of and fluency in discussing research approaches with principal investigators and senior level support staff is also highly desired. |
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