UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 04/11/2019 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Special Selection Applicants: Apply by 04/22/2019. Eligible Special Selection clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

Under general supervision, perform the duties of a watchleader, chemical analyst, and data processor at sea; laboratory chemist and data processor ashore. Duties at sea (for up to 120 days per year at sea) are to organize and oversee watch activities (watchleader), such as preparing and deploying a CTD-rosette system, collect and oversee seawater sample collection and biological sampling with nets and pump systems, and data key entry. Perform analytical tasks at sea such as analyses for chlorophyll, primary production, dissolved oxygen, nutrients and salinity.

Monitor data and metadata collection at sea insuring data quality by performing preliminary processing and analysis. Laboratory tasks at shore will include inventory and ordering of supplies, preparation of reagents and standards for chemical analyses and maintenance of equipment. General laboratory management will include copying, filing, answering the telephone, and maintenance of laboratory and office equipment.

Duties as data processor ashore are to process data collected at sea, merging independent data sets, perform quality control on these and preparing data reports for publications online. Data quality control requires a basic interpretation of data, drawing on experience from the field and from having a strong background in marine science. For example, determining the appropriate CTD salinity to use if the discrete sample was contaminated or lost. Generate and manage data products for distribution and publication online, metadata management, and data archiving.

• Must be prepared and able to go to sea for 120 days per year.

• Must be able to work at sea for extended periods of time up to 120 days per year in cruises up to 40 days long. This will include being able to work in laboratories or on deck with machinery in rough weather.

• Possess a BA or BS in science with a strong marine science background; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Theoretical and practical knowledge of oceanography, chemistry, biology and engineering principles needed for data collection, analysis and quality control. Knowledge of physical oceanography.

• Demonstrated experience processing oceanographic data using software such as database and queries. Proven knowledge to assess hydrographic data quality and perform quality control.

• Proven experience in performing data analysis. Ability to carry out chemical and biological analyses at sea and in the laboratory, such as rates of primary production using radioisotopes, chlorophyll a, oxygen (automated Winkler), and salinity.

• Demonstrated experience in operating general laboratory and analytical equipment, including ability to perform titrations and collect high quality data.

• Proficiency using Windows operating systems, Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Access and Excel, Adobe Illustrator, and mapping software. Proven ability to operate computer systems and to perform minor troubleshooting.

• Proven familiarity with a scripting programming language. Ability to perform website content creation, management, administration, and website security using content-management software.

• Demonstrated knowledge of chemical principles and regulations needed to oversee safe handling and storage of chemicals and radioisotopes.

• Strong ability to write technical/scientific reports, laboratory records, and manage files in standard and online formats. Careful attention to detail in filling out data forms and in analytical procedures.

• Must be able to communicate effectively in English verbally and written. Ability to interact using tact and diplomacy with diverse personalities including academic, staff, student and volunteer employees and institutions/organizations.

• Must be able to work at sea for extended periods of time up to 120 days per year in cruises up to 40 days long. Including being able to work in laboratories or on deck with machinery in rough weather.

• Must have a valid CA driver's license and subject to a DMV check for driving record. Ability to drive a car and truck and have safe driving skills.

• Must not be color blind.

• Must be able to give and hear verbal commands in a noisy environment at sea.

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50lb.