Marine Technical Specialist

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Marine Technical Specialist

The University of Miami, in Miami, Florida is seeking a Marine Technical Specialist for the Department of

RSMAS - Ocean Sciences. 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.

For more information about the position, including instructions on how to apply, please visit us on-line at https://careers.miami.edu/us/en/job/R100091029/Marine-Technical-Specialist-Ocean-Sciences    and reference job opening ID: R100091029.

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