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Research Associate III – Physical oceanography and air-sea interaction
The position involves: (i) Making measurements of the upper ocean and atmosphere to assess air-sea exchange of heat and momentum, atmospheric structure, clouds, radiative effects, and ocean-atmosphere interaction, (ii) analysis of measurements, satellite, and reanalysis data sets, (iii) modeling, and (iv) dissemination of findings. Research offers scope to explore ocean submesoscale dynamics, boundary layers, internal waves, and requires participation in fieldwork. Knowledge of physical oceanography and atmospheric dynamics is desired. The research associate will play a key role in the design and execution of research and the interpretation of scientific results.
Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution invites applications for a Diversity Coordinator, reporting directly to the Chief Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Officer (CDEIO). This is a regular, full-time, exempt position, and is eligible for full benefits. This position has direct responsibility for day-to-day high-level organizational and operational support to the Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer/Office.
The Diversity Coordinator will support the CDEIO in implementing DEI strategies, providing informed thought leadership on DEI matters to foster a culture of connection, community, equity, and belonging.
The Diversity Coordinator will help prepare communications and support the roll out of initiatives that engage members of the WHOI community including the Senior Administration, Staff Council, and WHOI’s Board and Corporation. The candidate will also help lead collaborative efforts with students, postdocs, and Academic Programs Office staff, as well as People Operations, the Committee for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (CDEI), Workplace Climate Committee (WCC), and other committees and staff across the Institution.
WHOI is seeking an individual with subject matter expertise in diversity, equity, and inclusion with a demonstrated ability to support and/or lead effective initiatives and programs. Experience working in a scientific research environment and federal grant writing is especially welcome. The successful candidate will engage, influence, and work within our team and leaders of cross-functional teams, building strong relationships as a trusted leader and advisor to drive change.
This is a highly visible position responsible for confidential tasks, often necessitating handling of sensitive information. The position requires the ability to exercise a high degree of judgement, initiative, discretion, and independence.
The work arrangement for this position can be in person in Woods Hole, MA, hybrid or fully remote, with the expectation of travelling on-site quarterly and when needed for special events. The annual salary range for this position is $70,000-90,000, which is based on experience and qualifications. Apply by March 31st.
WHOI is located on Cape Cod in Woods Hole, Massachusetts, a world-renowned center of excellence in marine, biomedical, and environmental science, with proximity to the research hubs of Boston, MA and Providence, RI. Its mission is to advance our understanding of the ocean and its interaction with the Earth system, and to communicate this understanding for the benefit of society. WHOI is the largest private, non-profit oceanographic institution in the world, with staff and students numbering approximately 1,000. Together with an additional ~500 affiliated personnel associated with the scientific endeavors of the Institution, WHOI is home to a vibrant scientific community that has a strong international component.
WHOI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. WHOI believes diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential components that support our academic excellence. We strive for a diverse and inclusive workforce, and encourage women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities to apply.
WHOI is hiring for a Research Assistant I/II in Oceanography & Data Science (title is depending on applicant’s background and experience (Temporary: August 5, 2024 – Sep 30, 2025)
Successful candidates will provide professional consultation and hands-on support for data science, data quality control, data processing, scientific data analysis and visualization, data management, and database maintenance to a group of PIs in the Physical Oceanography and the Applied Ocean Physics and Engineering Departments at WHOI. Projects cover climate variability and change, regional oceanography, and ecosystem impacts. Responsibilities include implementing data pipelines and computational workflow and guiding students and researchers on data workflow design plans and protocols for maintenance and management of data sets through all phases of research; review progress and assure accuracy and compliance of data being acquired and stored; computational research support to implement approaches to helping streamline and improve coding efficiency.
Research Assistant II in Climate Science (Temporary: June 3 – July 31, 2024):
The project focuses on extracting maritime weather data from historical ship logbooks.
The successful applicant will be responsible for data management, maintain entries in the web-based database and liaise with WHOI Information Services staff and historical archival researchers for data entry, conduct quality control and data processing of historical ship logbook information. The successful applicant will analyze and visualize maritime weather data from the historical ship logbooks and process large multi-dimensional observational and reanalysis datasets for comparison. Good numerical skills and experience with analysis/plotting software (e.g., python, NCL, GRADS, Ferret, R, IDL, Matlab) are essential. A suitable candidate is familiar with Linux computing environment and statistical methods, especially also from a paleoclimate perspective. Experience with ‘best practices’ of scientific computing and programming and a background in relevant fields, such as climate / atmospheric science / oceanography / meteorology / environmental science or related field is required. Interdisciplinary research skills and teamwork experience, especially in historical climatology, paleoclimate science, or interest in historical sciences and humanities is desirable.
Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) is hiring a Development Events Summer Intern/Worker to work approximately 20-30 hours/week (mid-May through September 2024) as part of our fast paced, highly successful fundraising team in Woods Hole, MA. The Events Team supports the day-to-day operations of WHOI Development and Advancement to ensure creative and engaging opportunities for our supporters. This is a temporary, casual, in-person position.
Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution is currently seeking seasonal seasonal Laboratory Assistant II or Research Assistant I to join the Physical Oceanography Department for the 2024 summer period (May - August 2024). This is a temporary, casual, non-exempt position and is eligible for casual benefits.
With direct supervision, performs routine laboratory and clerical assignments.
The internal working title for this position could be either Laboratory Assistant II or Research Assistant I. The final level of the position will be determined commensurate with the selected candidate’s level of education and experience.
Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution is currently searching for a Part Time Helper to join the Applied Ocean Physics & Engineering Department. This position is non-exempt, casual and is eligible for casual benefits.
With direct supervision, performs routine laboratory and clerical assignments.
The internal working title for this position is Part-time Helper.
Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) is seeking an Executive Assistant to the President and Director and Deputy Director and Vice President for Science and Engineering to join the Administrative department. This position provides operational and administrative support to the President and Director (P&D), Deputy Director and Vice President for Science and Engineering (DDVPSE), and Senior Advisors to the P&D and DDVPSE. This position contributes significantly to the effective operation of the P&D andDDVPSEteam by organizing, prioritizing, and managing day-to-day operations of the offices.This is a highly visible role in fast-paced, dynamic offices and requires a broad range of skills (technical, managerial, and interpersonal). This is a regular, full-time, exempt, hybrid position, with 3 days on site per week required.
Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution is currently searching for a Postdoctoral Investigator to join the Marine Chemistry and Geochemistry Department. This is a regular, full-time, exempt position, and is eligible for benefits. The initial appointment will be for one year with the possibility of a one-year extension, contingent on additional funding and performance.
WHOI is seeking candidates for one postdoctoral investigator position within Dr. Collin Ward’s laboratory in the Department of Marine Chemistry and Geochemistry at WHOI. The project focuses on developing, validating, and applying a light-emitting diode-based instrument for the wavelength dependence on aquatic photochemical reactions. The system is temperature controlled, has the capability to test a wide wavelength range from the deep UV to the Visible, has high sample throughput, and can accommodate a wide range of sample and reactor types. The major responsibility of the position is to contribute to the design and validation of the system by conducting a series of Qa/Qc tests across a wide range of operator conditions. Once validated, the postdoc will leverage the new technology to answer pressing questions in the discipline.
The institution has a top-rated postdoctoral program (www.whoi.edu/postdoctoral/) that supports a dynamic postdoctoral community with formal mentoring and career guidance programs. While the primary focus of the work will be in research, the Postdoctoral Investigator will have the opportunity to participate in educational and outreach activities associated with the project.
Applications must be submitted online through the Human Resources website. Applications must include a cover letter describing research interests and career goals, a complete curriculum vitae, up to three relevant publications, and the contact information of at least three references. Applications will be reviewed starting April 1, 2024 and until the position is filled. For additional information please contact Dr. Ward (cward@whoi.edu)
Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution is searching for a Postdoctoral Investigator to join the Applied Ocean Physics & Engineering Department. The postdoctoral investigator will focus on fundamental research related to Arctic coastal groundwater dynamics in a changing climate. This includes, but is not limited to, using numerical models, machine learning, and/or remote sensing to investigate Arctic coastal groundwater-surface exchange, saltwater intrusion, and permafrost thaw. Specific examples include investigating drivers of saltwater intrusion into Arctic coastal tundra or evaluating salinization effects on subsurface thermal regimes and permafrost characteristics. The investigators will have significant scientific flexibility to pursue their research ideas within these topic areas. This is a temporary, full-time, exempt position, and is eligible for benefits. The appointment will have a start date between January and June 2024, based on individual arrangements, and an end date of Dec 31, 2024, with the potential to extend.
Requirements include a PhD in civil and/or environmental engineering, geoscience, physical oceanography, or related field. Knowledge of hydro(geo)logy, cold regions hydrology, and coastal ecosystem processes, and expertise with numerical modeling of hydro(geo)logical processes and field measurements are preferred.
The Institution has a top-rated postdoctoral program (www.whoi.edu/postdoctoral/) that supports a dynamic postdoctoral community with formal mentoring and career guidance programs. While the primary focus of the work will be in research, the Postdoctoral Investigator will have the opportunity to participate in educational and outreach activities associated with their project.
Application is via online forms (https://careers.whoi.edu/how-to-apply/) that include specific fields for information, as well as for uploading of a research statement*; a complete curriculum vitae; up to three relevant publications; and a cover letter that contains the contact information of at least three references.
*Research statements should consist of the following: a concise statement (no longer than four pages) that addresses (1) research interests to be pursued at WHOI, (2) anticipated career plans, with an explanation of how postdoctoral research at WHOI would complement an applicant’s existing experience and preparation, and (3) interests in, experience with, and/or planned commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in research, teaching, and/or service in their career and (4; optional) life-impact statement that describes any significant life circumstance that has impacted productivity, trajectory, or performance (e.g., COVID-19 pandemic, illness, caretaking responsibilities; 1-page).
This posting will remain open until filled.
To advance the goals of long-term broadening of participation in ocean science and engineering, we are particularly interested in attracting applicants from groups historically underrepresented in oceanography. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are integral to WHOI’s academic excellence and leadership in the global scientific community. WHOI stands committed to a sustained effort to advance inclusion and belonging throughout all levels of the Institution.
Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution is currently seeking seasonal Engineering Technicians to join the Applied Ocean Physics & Engineering Department for the 2024 summer period (May - August 2024). These are temporary, casual, non-exempt positions and are eligible for casual benefits.
Summer hiring positions provide technical assistance to mechanical and electrical design engineers by performing maintenance, testing, and repairs to electrical or mechanical systems.
Engineer Assistant I Level:
With close supervision, uses established procedures to perform prescribed tasks related to the engineering support of oceanographic research.
Engineer Assistant II Level:
With some supervision, applies acquired knowledge of established procedures to the assembly, testing, and use of equipment in support of engineering projects related to oceanographic research.
Engineer Assistant III Level:
With little supervision, applies a broad knowledge of established procedures to the assembly, testing, or calibration of equipment developed and used in support of engineering projects related to oceanographic instrumentation.
The internal working titles for these positions could be Engineering Assistant I, II, or III. The final level of these positions will be determined commensurate with the selected candidate's level of education and experience.
Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution is currently searching for seasonal Part Time Helpers and Laboratory Assistants to join the Applied Ocean Physics & Engineering Department for the 2024 summer period (May - August 2024). These positions are non-exempt, casual and are eligible for casual benefits.
With direct supervision, performs routine laboratory and clerical assignments.
The internal working title for this position could be either Part-time Helper or Laboratory Assistant I or Laboratory Assistant II. The final level of the position will be determined commensurate with the selected candidate's level of education and experience.
Reporting to the Associate Dean, the Graduate Admissions and Student Affairs Officer serves as a primary contact for applicants, students, and staff on admissions matters. Is committed to providing a student-oriented atmosphere, acts as liaison between students and administration, coordinates student events, and acts as a resource for students regarding a wide range of issues and concerns. The position requires an on-site presence for at least 3 days/week.
Cover letter is required.
Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution is currently searching forPart Time Helpers and Laboratory Assistants to join the Marine Chemistry & Geochemistry Department for the 2024 summer period (June - August) or perhaps for a longer period. These positions are non-exempt, casual and are not eligible for benefits.
With direct supervision, performs routine laboratory and clerical assignments. In general, duties will include washing laboratory glassware, general lab organization and maintenance, data entry, and other project-specific duties as required.
*Position level will be based on the selected candidates' education and experience.
Successful applicants will be contacted by Friday, May 17, 2024.
Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution is seeking a Shop Services Assistant to join our Facilities Department for the Summer of 2024. Under general direction from a Facilities Shop Supervisor, the candidate will performs a variety of routine work associated with the areas of machining, maintenance, electrical, and/or carpentry.
This is a temporary, casual position and is eligible for casual benefits.
Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) is seeking a Departmental Post Award Administrator to work within the Marine Chemistry & Geochemistry (MCG) Department. This position will have the opportunity to be hybrid (partially remote) or fully on-campus. This is a regular, full-time, exempt position, and is eligible for full benefits. Reporting to the Department Administrator, in support of a portfolio of Principal Investigators (PI’s) and maintaining a strong working relationship with the Grant and Contracts Services (GCS) Office. This position provides support in research administration, regulatory compliance, and financial management, including all aspects post-award administration, in a fast-paced, dynamic program. The ideal candidate has excellent organizational, problem solving and interpersonal skills as demonstrated by working closely with federally funded scientists and engineers in an academic research environment.
Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution is currently searching for a Postdoctoral Investigator to join the Biology Department. This is a temporary, full-time, exempt position, and is eligible for benefits. The initial appointment will be for one year with the possible second and third year continuation contingent on progress and funding.
The postdoctoral investigator will conduct fundamental research at the interface of phytoplankton ecology and mathematical ecology. The position will involve joining a collaborative team of researchers who are using multifaceted approaches to study marine planktonic ecosystems, including how population and community dynamics are linked to environmental conditions. The research, supported by the Simons Foundation, involves opportunities for developing and applying novel approaches in plankton ecology, especially leveraging new observational strategies (instrumentation), large spatio-temporal data sets (plankton imagery and cytometry, etc.); mathematical models and data-model integration strategies; and data analysis, exploration, and synthesis methods (e.g., computer vision, machine learning, ecological network analysis, etc.). The position involves opportunities to engage with multidisciplinary groups within the NES-LTER project (https://nes-lter.whoi.edu/) and other on-going observational programs. There will also be the potential for collaborative interactions with software engineers to develop and evaluate scalable tools for use of imaging data in marine ecology. The investigator will be expected to pursue hypotheses of their own within these topic areas and produce manuscripts for submission to peer-reviewed scientific journals. Strong communication skills and experience working in small collaborative teams are required.
The institution has a top-rated postdoctoral program (www.whoi.edu/postdoctoral/) that supports a dynamic postdoctoral community with formal mentoring and career guidance programs.
Online application forms should be submitted with a cover letter, complete curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation. Positions are available immediately. Preference will be given to applications received by March 1, 2024 but applicants will be considered until the position is filled.
Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution is searching for a highly motivated and enthusiastic Embedded Systems Engineer to join the Oceanographic Systems Lab (OSL) within the Applied Ocean Physics & Engineering Department (AOPE). This is a regular full-time, exempt position, and is eligible for benefits.
OSL is a world leader in Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV) technology and operation in many complex oceanographic environments. Military and scientific applications of AUVs are supported by OSL including biologic and physical surveys, mapping, under-ice operations, environmental anomaly detection, and filming megafauna. OSL works with REMUS AUVs developed at WHOI and equipment designed elsewhere, expanding capabilities of the AUVs and the sensors they support. The OSL team operates in a creative and exciting workspace from creation of ideas to deployment in the field.
OSL is recruiting qualified candidates for a position in electrical engineering in underwater robotics, communication, and navigation with a heavy emphasis on applied applications in the ocean. The work will involve support of existing systems, electronic design and development of new systems, and troubleshooting at all levels. Specifically, it will require support and development of electronic designs for embedded, microcontroller-based systems and their firmware, and of software for general purpose computers. The position will also involve going to sea to support data collection and experimentation, and post-processing and analysis.
A successful candidate, with some on the job training and supervision, works creatively to establish objectives, meet deadlines, and complete engineering assignments by demonstrating full competency in one or more engineering areas; assists substantively in planning technical aspects of new developments, as well as design, testing, and use of major system components. The candidate must be a self-starter that can take a task and make progress under a deadline.
The internal working title for this position could be either Engineer I or Engineer II. The final level of the position will be determined commensurate with the selected candidate’s level of education and experience.
Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution is searching for a highly motivated and enthusiastic Design-Systems Engineer to join the Oceanographic Systems Lab (OSL) within the Applied Ocean Physics & Engineering Department (AOPE). This is a regular full-time, exempt position eligible for full benefits.
OSL is a world leader in Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV) robotics technology and operation in many complex oceanographic environments. Military and scientific applications of AUVs are supported by OSL including biologic and physical surveys, mapping, under-ice operations, environmental anomaly detection, filming megafauna. OSL works with REMUS AUVs developed at WHOI and equipment designed elsewhere expanding capabilities of the AUVs and the sensors they supply. The OSL team operates in a creative and exciting workspace from creation of ideas to deployment in the field.
The Design-Systems Engineer will perform a wide range of design and fabrication tasks related to AUVs and their subsystems. The position will include both mechanical, electrical, and systems engineering, with a focus on analysis of AUV dynamics and system interfaces, detailed design of mechanical systems, and integration of multiple electrical subsystems, sensors and power sources. Writing software and firmware considered a strong plus. This position includes participation in and leadership of at-sea operations of AUVs in support of multiple programs. The successful candidate must have proven leadership skills necessary to coordinate the activities of a team of technicians and engineers through a design project or field cruise. Excellent writing and communication skills are required for team collaboration, publishing reports and papers, and writing proposals. Members of this team all spend time both in the office/lab and in the field. Field operations occur locally and at remote sites to support science, exploration, disaster response, and military research and development. Previous missions have included oil spill response, locating black boxes and airplanes, locating shipwrecks, mapping unexplored parts of the ocean, mapping physical and biological phenomena and studying sharks and sea turtles. Past project sponsors include NSF, NOAA, Office of Naval Research, DARPA, BSEE, Discovery Channel, NAVOCEANO, NUWC, foreign governments, philanthropic organizations, and corporations.
The internal working titles for this position could be either Engineer I or Engineer II. The final level of the position will be determined commensurate with the selected candidate’s level of education and experience.
Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution is currently searching for an OOI Community Engagement Manager to join the Applied Ocean Physics & Engineering Department. This is a regular, full-time, exempt position, and is eligible for benefits.
The Ocean Observatories Initiative (OOI) Community Engagement Manager is responsible for managing and implementing engagement efforts to maximize the use of OOI data among the scientific community, resulting in increased OOI-based publications in peer-reviewed journals, citations of those publications, and funded awards to use OOI or infrastructure for scientific research. The Manager works in the OOI Program Management Office (PMO) and collaborates with the OOI Marine Implementing Organizations (MIOs) to identify and develop OOI related content and to amplify stories and messaging using channels including meetings, print, social media, email, and web.