09-Dec-21 09:54 AM
URL: https://jobs.hr.uconn.edu/en-us/job/495852/oceanographic-research-assistant-2
Company / Organization: UConn CIRCA
Type: Full-time
City: Groton
State or Country if outside US: CT
Application Deadline: 15-Jan-22
Description:

The University of Connecticut, Department of Marine Sciences (DMS), and the Connecticut Institute for Resilience and Climate Adaptation (CIRCA) seek a candidate for the position of Oceanographic Research Assistant to work as a member of a team of scientists based at the Avery Point Campus that deploy and maintain a wide variety of instruments to measure conditions in the coastal environment. Work on ships and small boats in challenging conditions and in all types of weather, and several multi-day trips per year will be required. The loading and unloading of equipment and deployment and recovery of instruments will require the capacity to lift and carry up to 40lbs for 10 meters.

Requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 1. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Marine Science, Oceanography, Engineering, Physics or a closely related discipline and at least two years of experience OR, a Master's degree and from no experience to one year of post-degree experience. 2. At least 1 year of experience working with modern ocean science instrumentation; including the familiarity with the mechanical properties of wire and rope. 3. A basic understanding of electronics (e.g. battery and charging systems) and electrical safety; 4. Competence in standard office software for document, budget, and report preparation; 5. Familiarity with effects of corrosion and corrosion limitation; 6. Experience working in a laboratory with instruments and tools, including calibrations and the other steps required for instrument deployment. 7. Proven effectiveness in communication and collaboration; 8. The ability to work effectively on moving platforms, and to lift and carry 40 lbs of equipment. The qualification will require providing a physical examination. 9. The ability to work on ships and small boats for several multi-day trips per year. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 1. Diving certification. 2. State of Connecticut small boat operator permit. 3. Experience at sea in Long Island Sound. 4. Experience launching a small boat from a trailer. 5. A basic understanding of computer programming. 6. Familiarity with computer-based design software. 7. Experience with cranes and forklift trucks. 8. Experience coordinating deck operation on a research vessel.

Point of Contact: Lauren Yaworsky
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