Ocean Career: WHOI Research Associate

Research Associate Position

Characterize and calibrate chemical sensors. Aid in the development and assembly of chemical sensors. Aid in the preparation of peer-reviewed publication. Conduct and analyzes field and laboratory experiments. Maintain the lab in terms of organization and ordering. Maintain the lab website. Participates in the preparation of scientific articles, reports, research proposals, and documentation of methods and May engage in oral communication of the results of research endeavors.

May be responsible for the testing, calibration, and troubleshooting of laboratory and scientific equipment, or for the planning and preparation for field work. With some supervision to achieve assigned objectives, identifies and participates in projects that support science and research activities through the demonstration of one or more specialized skills. Will be expected to work on tasks requiring creativity and independent thinking along with a proven understanding of fundamental research and science principles.

This is an entry level position designed to encourage the connection and application of academic training to results-oriented projects in support of scientific and research activities. Initially this position will have direct supervision to achieve structured and assigned objectives.

With some supervision to achieve assigned objectives, identifies and participates in projects that support science and research activities through the demonstration of one or more specialized skills. Will be expected to work on tasks requiring creativity and independent thinking along with a proven understanding of fundamental research and science principles.

Research Associate I:

• Analyzes field and laboratory experiments using prescribed techniques; may utilize and/or modify computer analysis tools;
• May make creative suggestions regarding adaptations or modifications to standard research and laboratory methods;
• Participates in the preparation of scientific articles, reports or documentation of methods and procedures;
• May test and calibrate laboratory and scientific equipment, engage in literature searches, or assist with preparations for research cruises.

Research Associate II:

• Analyzes field and laboratory experiments to achieve stated goals; may do computer programming or computer network/systems support for research related tasks;
• Exercises creativity regarding adaptations or modifications to standard research and laboratory methods;
• Participates in the preparation of scientific articles, reports, research proposals, and documentation of methods and procedures. May engage in oral communication of the results of research endeavors;
• May be responsible for the testing, calibration, and troubleshooting of laboratory and scientific equipment, or for the planning and preparation for research cruises;
• May supervise other personnel.

• Basic knowledge of Python.
• Previous experience with field work in both polar regions and on ships.
• Strong analytical chemistry background.
• Experience with chemical sensing.

Research Associate I:
Bachelor's degree in a specifically related field with minimal experience, or evidence of appropriate skills gained through experience in the absence of a formal degree.

Research Associate II:
Master's degree in a specifically related field with minimal relevant experience, or Bachelor's degree in a related field with several years of relevant experience, or demonstrated competency as a Research Associate I, or significant, progressive independence and skill development as a Research Assistant III, or Senior Research Assistant levels or equivalent positions on the other technical ladders, or equivalent experience in the absence of a formal degree.

Special Requirements:

• Ability to obtain TWIC card
• Must be willing to spend time in the field.

Physical duties for this position include but are not limited to, ability to lift less than 25 lbs independently, 2 times per day; carry 10-25 lbs, 2 times per day. Visual abilities to include near, far, peripheral, depth perception, and ability…