[Coral-List] US NSF Moorea Coral Reef LTER site seeks new Lead Technician

[Andrew J. Brooks]

All -

   The US National Science Foundation funded Moorea Coral Reef (MCR) 
Long-Term Ecological Research (LTER) program currently is accepting 
applications for the position of Lead (Head) Staff Research Associate.  
The successful applicant will serve as the lead field technician for the 
MCR LTER site, a long-term, multi-university, multi-disciplinary 
research program focusing on the responses of a coral reef ecosystem to 
long-term changes in environmental drivers. The successful applicant 
will be based on campus at the University of California, Santa Barbara, 
Santa Barbara, CA, but also will spend extensive time on site supporting 
MCR research activities on the island of Moorea, French Polynesia.  
Given below are summary details about the position, required and desired 
qualifications and the application process.

    For more details, please see:

https://jobs.ucsb.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=194493

    Please note: while the position is classified as "Open until 
Filled", interested applicants should be sure to upload their 
application, cover letter and other required documentation by the 
Primary Consideration Date of 1/29/2020 to be sure that their 
application is considered in the first round of the application review 
process.  To apply, please visit:

https://jobs.ucsb.edu

    and search for Job #20200020

With regards,
Andrew

> Serves as Lead (Head) Staff Research Associate for a long-term, 
> multidisciplinary research program. Under general supervision by the 
> UCSB Principal Investigators (PIs), (a) is responsible for the 
> execution of assigned core research elements (b) engages in and 
> contributes to the execution of difficult and complex research 
> projects and (c) provides general logistic support to the research 
> program. Participates in on-site field research involving the use of 
> small to medium sized boats, (< 28'), SCUBA diving and snorkeling as 
> directed by the UCSB PIs.
>
> Assists the Principal Investigators in design of sampling protocols 
> and/or experimental techniques for field surveys and field/lab 
> projects and evaluates their effectiveness. Employs specific 
> laboratory and field methods as directed by UCSB PIs to achieve 
> research objectives. Keeps current with scientific and technical 
> advances in research methodologies.
>
> Participates in research project meetings and the program's annual All 
> Scientist Meeting. Assists members of Executive Committee with 
> formulation of policy governing use of all program assets (e.g., 
> boats, vehicles, instrumentation, field and lab equipment).
>
> Assists with training employees, post-doctoral, graduate and 
> undergraduate students regarding program's research and data 
> management protocols related to instrumentation, use of all research 
> equipment, research vessels and motor vehicles. Assists MCR Education 
> and Outreach staff.
>
> Responsible for coordinating all MCR specific field logistics, 
> activities and researchers at the UC Gump Research Station (GRS) in 
> French Polynesia. Coordinates with GRS diving and boating safety 
> personnel. Supervises the on-site MCR boat mechanic to maintain the 
> MCR fleet of small boats. Performs basic maintenance and repairs of 
> small boat engines and trailers when necessary.  Repairs SCUBA 
> equipment on site when qualified and approved by the UCSB DSO. 
> Responsible for maintaining, deploying, and retrieving project's 
> oceanographic instruments and sensors. Arranges for necessary 
> instrument repair and calibration of MCR field and laboratory. 
> Responsible for ordering and shipping MCR related supplies and 
> equipment to the GRS. Maintains an on-site inventory of supplies 
> related to MCR boat engines, trailers and vehicles. Oversees process 
> for flow of field and laboratory data from collection to the program's 
> Information Manager. Manages program's research laboratory at UCSB, 
> including oversight of sample processing and data management.
>
> Works under general supervision of the UCSB Campus Diving Safety 
> Officer (DSO) to assure that all diving activities are conducted 
> safely and in compliance with the current standards.  Reviews 
> emergency procedures, dive plans and equipment required for each MCR 
> UCSB diving project with the UCSB DSO annually. Works with UCSB divers 
> to develop and submit dive plans for approval by the UCSB DSO.  
> Assists the UCSB DSO with reviewing and approving all UCSB scientific 
> dive plans for MCR UCSB divers. Communicates with MCR UCSB divers 
> concerning dive plans, certifications, current diver status, and 
> equipment and training needs to assure compliance with diving 
> regulations. Conducts check out and training dives for UCSB personnel 
> when needed.  Maintains diver records for MCR UCSB scientific divers 
> in Moorea, including accurate records of diving logs, equipment 
> inspection reports, depth certifications and emergency contact 
> information.  Inspects, maintains and repairs as needed MCR UCSB owned 
> physical infrastructure such as moorings, boats and trailers.  Assists 
> UCSB DSO with diver checkout and training at UCSB when available.  
> Participates on UCSB Diving Control Board and Small Boat Safety Committee.
>
> Reqs: Bachelor's degree in marine biology, ecology, biological or 
> physical oceanography or related field.  SCUBA certification as 
> Advanced Open Water diver or equivalent with extensive dive 
> experience.  Must possess or be able to obtain SCUBA Instructor 
> certification and American Academy of Underwater Sciences (AAUS) 
> diving certification.
>
> Experience piloting small (<30'), tiller or center console driven 
> boats. Experience with data entry, analysis and data management 
> software, e.g. Excel, MatLab, R, SAS, PGAdmin. Must possess or be able 
> to obtain CA driver's license. Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. 
> permanent resident, have or be able to obtain a U.S. Passport and 
> travel for extended periods of time, e.g. 3-4 months, to French Polynesia.
>
> Notes: Criminal history background check required. Maintain a valid CA 
> driver's license, a clean DMV record and enrollment in the DMV 
> Employee Pull-Notice Program. Must be able to obtain and maintain 
> American Academy of Underwater Sciences 100' diving certification. 
> Must possess or be able to obtain California boating license and UCSB 
> boating certification required for operation of all boats in MCR 
> fleet. Must possess and maintain valid US passport and be able to 
> travel outside of the United States for extended periods. Must possess 
> or be able to obtain technical certifications required to inspect and 
> repair SCUBA equipment such as regulators, BCDs, Air 2s, etc. as well 
> as training and certification in outboard engine repair.  Work hours 
> will include occasional weekends and nights when working in the field.
>
> Please include the following as additional "Other Documents"
>
> *Provide proof of highest level of SCUBA certification.
>
> *Applicants possessing NOAA, American Academy of Underwater Sciences 
> or similar professional certification should submit statement of 
> certification from their institutional Diving Safety Officer or program.
>
> *Please submit any professional or manufacturer's certifications 
> related to ability to diagnose and repair small, outboard engines.
>
> $56,751.87/yr
>
> The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative 
> Action Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive 
> consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, 
> sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability 
> status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic 
> protected by law. For primary consideration apply online by 1/29/20, 
> thereafter open until filled. Apply online at https://jobs.ucsb.edu 
> Job #20200020
>

-- 
Andrew J

*Andrew J. Brooks, PhD*

*(805) 893-7670**

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