Research Hydrographer ​/ Ocean Mapping Specialist

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The Center for Coastal and Ocean Mapping (CCOM) at the University of New Hampshire invites applications for an hourly Research Hydrographer / Ocean Mapping Specialist to support applied technical development in hydrographic data acquisition, marine geospatial systems, and next-generation navigation products.

This position supports grant-funded efforts focused on hydrographic system performance, data quality assurance, and the advancement of S-100–based maritime data frameworks. The role emphasizes applying operational hydrographic expertise to research, tool development, and workforce training. The successful candidate will collaborate with faculty, students, and external partners, including NOAA, to translate operational experience into practical tools, workflows, and guidance. This is a non-benefited, hourly position and is not considered essential staff.

• Support applied work on hydrographic system performance, including characterization, calibration, and quality assurance of multibeam and integrated sensor systems.
• Assist in refinement of SAT/QAT testing methodologies and performance metrics.
• Provide operational insight into survey planning, execution, and data quality challenges.
• Contribute to development of tools and documentation for system performance and data quality workflows.

• Support workflows for S-1xx data transformation, integration, and interoperability.
• Contribute to validation and usability of S-100 products (e.g., S-101, S-102, S-104).
• Assist in development of prototype tools and workflows to improve production and validation efficiency.
• Provide expertise on ECDIS systems and user interaction with layered geospatial data products.

• Support development of training materials and professional education content in hydrography and ocean mapping.
• Contribute operational expertise to curriculum development reflecting current technologies and standards.
• Assist with mentoring and applied instruction for graduate students and trainees

• Master’s degree in Ocean Engineering, Hydrography, Geospatial Science, or a closely related field.
• At least 6 years of experience in hydrographic surveying, ocean mapping, maritime navigation systems, or related domains (graduate research may count toward this requirement).
• Experience with hydrographic data acquisition, processing, and quality control workflows.
• Experience working with marine geospatial data systems.

• Strong analytical skills related to hydrographic system performance, uncertainty, and data quality.
• Advanced knowledge of hydrographic survey systems, including multibeam sonar and navigation sensors.
• Familiarity with marine geospatial data standards, including awareness of S-100 concepts.
• Proficiency with hydrographic and geospatial software tools (e.g., CARIS, QPS, Hypack, GIS).
• Ability to apply operational experience to technical development and problem solving.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills in applied research environments.
• Ability to contribute to technical documentation and project outputs.

• IHO Category A Hydrographer certification.
• Experience with NOAA hydrographic operations, specifications, or data workflows.
• Experience with S-100 product development or implementation (e.g., S-101, S-102, S-104).
• Experience with ENC/ECDIS systems.
• Experience supporting training or curriculum development.
• Familiarity with Python, MATLAB, or similar tools.

Applicants should be prepared to upload the following documents when applying online within the My

Experience:

Resume/CV section of the application: (Maximum of 5 Documents)

• Resume/CV

$54.00/hour, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Please be advised that this position is supported by external sponsor funding. As such, continued employment in this role is contingent upon the availability of those…