Marine Technical Specialist - Ocean Sciences

Marine Technical Specialist

The University of Miami, in Miami, Florida is seeking a Marine Technical Specialist for the Department of Ocean Sciences at the Rosenstiel School of Marine Atmospheric & Earth Science. Duties and responsibilities include coordinating and participating in tasks associated with the design, procurement, construction, operation and maintenance of oceanographic instruments and systems. Serve as a seagoing technician on research vessels and participate in field operations and environmental sampling on a periodic basis; design and fabricate oceanographic instrument and sensor systems. Willingness to travel domestically and internationally to join research vessels in both U.S. and foreign ports at various times throughout the year.

Physical duties for this position include but are not limited to lifting above the shoulder, carrying weights, visual requirements of depth perception, ability to see peripherally, ability to bring objects into focus. The candidate must be able to hear instructions or alarms. Routine standing, walking, reaching, stooping, and bending are required for this position. Physical duties are subject to change.

Position requires a Bachelor's degree in Biology, Marine Biology, Marine Science, Engineering or a closely related field and 5 years of related experience which must include maintenance and operation of oceanographic instrumentation. Candidate must have demonstrated experience in leading deck operations for the deployment and recovery of oceanographic moorings, and experience with maintenance and repair of mechanical systems. Working knowledge and operation of PC based computer applications, including interfacing with electronic equipment, as well as skilled in the use of hand tools, power tools and electronic test equipment and basic electrical wiring, soldering and splicing skills is also required.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.