Careers

Description:

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

• Perform environmental sampling and data acquisition using a variety of equipment, instrumentation and methods. Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Sampling and Analysis Plans (SAPs) and Quality Assurance Plans (QAPs). 
• Function as a deck hand/scientist/technician on research vessels (e.g. R/V Sound Guardian); safely trailer and operate smaller boats; safely operate motor vehicles
• Calibrate, operate, deploy, maintain and troubleshoot field instrumentation; perform and document associated QC tasks

• Work collaboratively with Field Science Unit team, lab personnel and project planners/customers to accomplish sampling and data quality objectives

• Follow safety requirements and guidelines, maintain situational awareness in a fast-changing outside-of-lab environment; recognize and react appropriately to potential hazards; identify and utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)

• Perform in-lab tasks such as preparing instruments/equipment,  prepare field sampling kits, enter field data to Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), schedule sampling events, collaborate on project planning and management tasks

Skills/Eligibility:

QUALIFICATIONS YOU BRING:

• Experience and proficiency collecting environmental samples and data following Standard Operating Procedures, QA/QC protocol, Sampling and Analysis Plans, etc.
• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Biology or similar scientific discipline or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Experience and proficiency with using water quality and other types of field instrumentation and equipment aboard scientific vessels. Experience and skill in calibrating, operating and troubleshooting of scientific equipment including Sea-Bird Scientific instruments such as Conductivity/Temperature/Depth instrument packages and Hydro-Cat Eps.
• Experience generating, processing and reviewing large datasets generated by Conductivity/Temperature/Depth instrument packages, water quality moorings, etc.
• Ability to understand and adhere to safety protocols; ability to use Personal Protective Equipment; ability to maintain situational awareness in complex and changing environments.
• Skill in communicating verbally and in writing; ability to use basic Microsoft products such as Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to use and troubleshoot telemetered instruments and equipment associated with moorings, buoys and other types of environmental sampling equipment.
• Experience with and skill in using hydraulic lifting equipment.
• Captain’s license (OUPV/6-Pack, etc) or documentable progress towards license.
• Knowledge of and experience with research vessel systems, vessel maintenance procedures.
• Experience with/knowledge of Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).