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Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) is currently searching for an Electrical Engineer to join the Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) Jason group. This is a regular, full-time, exempt position and is eligible for full benefits.Rated to 6500m, Jason can explore over 98% of the ocean floor.   The Jason Group is currently seeking a highly motivated, technically competent, and responsible Electronics/Electrical Engineer to join our operations team. With supervision, a successful candidate applies electronic/electrical aptitude and acquired knowledge of established procedures to the maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of vehicle related equipment used in the operation and support of the ROV Jason.   This is a physically demanding position requiring the ability and willingness to spend five-to-eight months per year at sea. The remainder of the year’s workload would be at the institution and may require a local residence. After an initial training period, the position would allow for minimally supervised maintenance on the vehicle, and additional qualifications to perform key ROV support roles.   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.   The internal working title for this position is Engineer I.  

The Ship Operations Department is currently searching for a Port Engineer to join their team. This position is responsible for designing and overseeing installation and/or repair of marine power plants, propulsion systems, heating, ventilating and all other mechanical and electrical systems on research vessels. This is a regular, full-time, non-exempt position, and is eligible for benefits.

The Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution is seeking an Accounts Payable Coordinator - Part-Time to join the Accounts Payable team. This position reports to the Supervisor, Accounts Payable.  As a member of the Accounts Payable Team you are primarily responsible for the efficient and timely processing, review & input of vendor invoices into the Institution’s ERP system. This will include both vendor invoices and employee expense reimbursements through the Institution’s credit card platform. This position requires strong collaboration across many departments within the Institution.   This is a non-exempt, half-time position and is eligible for benefits. 

  The Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) is seeking a Postdoctoral Investigator (PDI) to conduct research in molecular toxicology. The research will focus on the comparative biology, ligand specificity, and molecular evolution of the aryl hydrocarbon receptor (AHR), a ligand-activated transcription factor that regulates the response of animals (including humans) to endogenous and exogenous chemicals. This position is part of a project funded by the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) of the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The overall objective of the project is to elucidate the evolutionary and molecular mechanisms through which the AHR evolved as an environmental sensor recognizing diverse ligands (https://tinyurl.com/AncAHR).    This is a temporary, full-time, exempt position, and is eligible for benefits. The appointment is for 18 months with the possibility of an extension based on performance and availability of funding. The successful candidate must have a doctoral degree in an area related to the topic of the research.   WHOI 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 position is on research, the Postdoctoral Investigator will have the opportunity to participate in educational and outreach activities associated with the project.   WHOI has a commitment to scientific excellence and diversity, and we strongly encourage applications from candidates who will enrich and foster a culturally diverse and inclusive environment.    An online application form should be submitted along with a single pdf file containing a cover letter describing research interests and career goals, a complete curriculum vitae, up to three relevant publications, and the contact information for at least three references. Please also email the pdf file, and direct any questions, to Dr. Mark Hahn (mhahn@whoi.edu).   Applications will be reviewed starting January 1, 2024. The position will remain open until filled, with a starting date ideally in early 2024.    

The Ship Operations Department is currently searching for a CRV Crew Member to join their team. This is a regular, full-time, non-exempt position, and is eligible for benefits. Reporting to the Captain of CRV Tioga, this position is responsible for assisting the Captain as directed.

Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution is seeking a creative and independent Postdoctoral Investigator to join the Marine Chemistry and Geochemistry Department to work on developing, evaluating, and applying a one-dimensional (1-D) mechanistic biogeochemical model for the Bermuda Atlantic Time-series Study (BATS) site. This position will be part of a National Science Foundation Chemical Oceanography project aimed at quantifying the magnitude of and controls on various carbon export and attenuation mechanisms that regulate the ocean’s biological carbon pump. This is a temporary, 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.  Renewal of the appointment is conditional on the PDI making satisfactory progress during the prior year(s) and continuation of funding. The successful candidate is expected to start the appointment in April 2024.   The Woods Hole Oceanographic 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.   WHOI has a commitment to scientific excellence and diversity, and we strongly encourage applications from candidates who will enrich and foster a culturally diverse and inclusive environment. Applications from the minority serving institutions and historically black colleges and universities are particularly encouraged.   Online application forms should be submitted with a cover letter, complete curriculum vitae, and contact information for at least three professional recommendation letter writers. Initial consideration will be given to applications received before March 1, 2024, but the position will remain open until it is filled.

The Creative Studio and Communications group at the world-renowned Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) isseeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Senior Administrative Assistant to join our team. This position is critical to the efficient operation of our studioand plays a pivotal role in maintaining financial records, data entry/maintenance, and providing support to various departments across the Institution.     As an administrative professional on the Creative team, you will be responsible for managing various administrative tasks and providing essential accounting support. This role involves accurate financial record-keeping,invoicing, expense reconciliation, vendor management, supply/product ordering, and purchase order acquisition and monitoring.     The internal working title for this position could be either Senior Administrative Assistant I/II. The final level of the position will be determined commensurate with level of education and experience. This is a full-time, non-exempt position and is eligible for full benefits. 

Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution is searching for a Postdoctoral Investigator to join the Applied Ocean Physics & Engineering Department. This is a temporary, full-time, exempt position, and is eligible for benefits. The appointment duration is 18 months (with potential extension to 24 months). Start date is flexible in the first quarter of 2024.   The postdoctoral investigator will focus on fundamental research related to ocean acoustics, with a main focus on developing or using numerical inverse methods to estimate seabed geoacoustic properties when considering acoustic propagation over or around a deep-water seamount. Experimental data, collected during the 2023 New England Seamounts Acoustic experiment (NESMA), will be available for this project. The investigator will have significant scientific flexibility to pursue their research ideas within this context. The investigator will also have the opportunity to contribute to experimental design and data collection for the 2024 NESMA experiment.   Investigators may benefit from collaboration with WHOI’s world class engineers and technicians. Research activities may engage federal, state, and local agencies and stakeholder communities, or lead to informing policy or addressing national security issues. Requirements include a PhD in ocean engineering, electrical engineering, or computer science. Expertise in ocean acoustics, numerical modeling, inverse theory, and/or machine learning 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.   *The research statement is a concise document (no longer than four pages) addressing the research interests to be pursued at WHOI. The research statement may also cover anticipated career plans, as well as interests in, experience with, and/or planned commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Further, an extra page can be added for an 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).   The preferred start date for this position is in the first quarter of 2024. This posting will remain open until the position is 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.   Preference for in person. Hybrid and fully remote will also be considered.

  Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution is currently searching for a Postdoctoral Investigator to join the Physical Oceanography Department. This is a full-time, exempt position, and is eligible for benefits. The initial appointment will be for two years.   We are inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Investigator in Physical Oceanography with a focus on water mass transformation and overturning in the Nordic Seas. The successful candidate will be supervised by Michael Spall to work on an NSF-funded grant, “Evolution of water mass transformation in the western Nordic Seas in a warming climate”. The project will explore the sensitivity of water mass transformation and overturning resulting from the retreating ice edge in the western Nordic Seas. The approach will be primarily numerical using idealized configurations of coupled ocean/atmosphere/seaice models with development of supporting theory. Collaboration with partner scientists in Norway collecting and analyzing field data is also possible.   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. Applicants from groups historically underrepresented in oceanography and climate sciences are strongly encouraged to consider this opportunity.   Qualified applicants must apply online. The documents should include a brief cover letter, full CV, and contact information (only) of 3 references. The review of applications will begin as the files are received and continue until the position is filled. Interested applicants should contact Michael Spall (mspall@whoi.edu) if they have questions about the position.  

Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution is currently searching for two Software Engineers to join the Applied Ocean Physics & Engineering Department. These are regular, full-time, exempt positions and are eligible for benefits. The level of this role will be determined by the selected candidate's level of education and experience. The candidates will be hired into an Engineer I, II or Research Engineer role.    JOB SUMMARY: The National Deep Submergence Facility (NDSF) at Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution is looking to hire  software engineers to join our team. NDSF designs, builds, and operates underwater robots with unique science-focused capabilities for the ocean sciences community. Our submersibles are used around the world in some of the deepest parts of the ocean to survey and collect scientific samples and data. Our development and operational goals are focused on providing the tools and assets necessary for users to investigate the world’s oceans. More information can be found at:https://ndsf.whoi.edu/ The Software Engineers will work directly with the Alvin, Jason,and Sentry vehicles, with other team members, and with scientific users.  These vehicles require engineering support for both on-shore engineering and at-sea field operations.  At-sea field operations can require significant travel.  Candidates will be expected to spend up to 100 days a year in the field, total time away will not be consecutive. With some supervision to achieve assigned objectives, the Engineer II position identifies and participates in engineering projects in support of scientific and research activities through the demonstration of one or more specialized skills. This position will be expected to work on tasks requiring creativity and independent thinking, along with a proven understanding of fundamental research and engineering principles.

Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution is recruiting a highly ambitious and motivated Postdoctoral Investigator to join the Chemical Sensors Lab in the Applied Ocean Physics & Engineering Department with a focus on the analysis of chemical sensor data. This is a temporary, full-time, exempt position, and is eligible for benefits.    The Postdoctoral Investigator will analyze and interpret oceanographic chemical sensor data from the laboratory and field, report on results through data summarization and visualization, and present results through the submission of peer-reviewed publications. This role will focus primarily on the processing and analysis of data collected from in situ chemical sensors in locations ranging from the deep ocean to the Arctic with a focus on sensors for the measurement of methane, carbon dioxide, and microplastics. This will be primarily computer-based position with a potential for some field work.   The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate data processing capabilities, the ability to develop publication-quality figures, have exceptional writing skills and be able to apply rigorous scientific thinking to these tasks. The successful applicant will have a PhD in oceanography, ocean engineering, optical engineering, chemistry, environmental science, or a related science or engineering field, must have significant experience with data processing using Python, MatLab, R or the equivalent, must have excellent writing, editing, proofreading, and verbal communications skills, be able to translate complex scientific information into clear text, be flexible and organized, be able to work both independently and as part of a research group, have excellent time management and multitasking skills, and have experience and interest in writing peer-reviewed articles.  This position will not include Sea Duty. 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).   The preferred start date for this position is 1 December 2023. 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.   Preference for in person. Hybrid and fully remote will also be considered.

Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) is the world's leading, independent non-profit organization dedicated to ocean research, exploration, and education; it is dedicated to advancing knowledge of the ocean and its connection with the Earth system through a sustained commitment to excellence in science, engineering, and education, and to the application of this knowledge to problems facing society. We are located in Woods Hole, MA (on beautiful Cape Cod) walking distance to stunning beaches, bike paths, lighthouses, and island ferries.    We are currently seeking a PreAward Analyst II to join the Grant and Contracts Services (GCS) team. The PreAward Analyst II works collaboratively with Principal Investigators (PIs), Department Administrators (DAs), department and technical staff, campus administrative offices, and funding agencies to support the WHOI research community in the review and submission of proposals, as well as negotiation of new awards. We are seeking an Analyst experienced with proposals and awards from major federal sponsors (familiarity with National Science Foundation, Department of Defense, and Department of Energy is a plus) as well with industry and foundation sponsors and someone who is interested in gaining experience with, or strengthening their abilities in, award negotiation.   Candidates should have 3+ years of experience in research administration/grants management in an academic, academic medical center or research office setting involving interactions with individuals at all levels and experience providing high-level customer service as well as knowledge of federal and non-federal Research Administration/Grants Management. While we have a preference for someone with pre-award experience in a central sponsored programs office setting, we are open to candidates from other sponsored research backgrounds who are highly motivated to learn new skills and make an immediate and meaningful contribution to a growing team. This is a full-time, exempt position and is eligible for benefits. This position will have the option to be partially remote, fully remote, or fully on campus. This position reports to the Manager, PreAward Services.

Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) is the world's leading, independent non-profit organization dedicated to ocean research, exploration, and education; it is dedicated to advancing knowledge of the ocean and its connection with the Earth system through a sustained commitment to excellence in science, engineering, and education, and to the application of this knowledge to problems facing society. The Oceanographic is located in Woods Hole, MA on beautiful Cape Cod, walking distance to stunning beaches, bike paths, lighthouses, and island ferries.    We are currently seeking a PostAward Analyst I to join the Grant and Contracts Services (GCS) team. The Post-Award Analyst I works collaboratively with Principal Investigators (PI’s), Department Administrators (DA’s), department and technical staff, campus administrative offices, and funding agencies to support the WHOI research community once an award is received by WHOI. Those activities include (but not limited to) facilitating the establishment of projects, ensuring compliance with funding and reporting regulations/guidelines, and monitoring the accounts in conjunction with departments and other offices.  We are seeking an Analyst with particular interest in managing foundation funding, working closely with the WHOI Development office on gift management as well as overseeing and managing institutionally funded projects in partnership with the Office of Deputy Director Vice President for Science & Engineering Staff.   Candidates should have 1-2 years of experience in research administration/grants management in an academic, academic medical center or research office setting involving interactions with individuals at all levels and experience providing high-level customer service as well as knowledge of federal and non-federal Research Administration/Grants Management in a department, central office or nonprofit setting. This is a full-time, exempt position and is eligible for benefits. This position will have the option to be partially remote, fully remote, or fully on campus.  

Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) is currently searching for a Research/Access Assistant to join the Physical Oceanography Department. This is a full-time, non-exempt position, and is eligible for benefits.  This position will last two years with the potential to extend longer depending on productivity. Onsite employment is preferred but hybrid will also be considered.    Approximately half of the position involves assisting Dr. Bower, who is blind, with accessing information pertinent to her research. This includes but is not limited to modifying electronic documents for screen reader accessibility, describing inaccessible graphics, and rendering some graphics in accessible format. The other half of the position involves providing standard research assistance on a variety of physical oceanographic projects. The group researches deep ocean currents in the Atlantic and Indian Oceans using various in situ instruments such as acoustically tracked floats and moored current meters, as well as satellite observations of ocean surface properties.   The internal working title for this position could be either Research Assistant (RA) I or Research Assistant (RA) II. The final level of the position will be determined commensurate with the selected candidate's level of education & experience.    RA I With close supervision, uses established laboratory procedures to perform prescribed research tasks determined by field of study and scope of individual research project.   RA II: With some supervision, employs established laboratory procedures, standard equipment, and fundamental concepts to conduct research tasks determined by field of study and scope of individual research project.    

The Geology & Geophysics Department (G&G) at the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) invites exceptional candidates to apply to one or more of our full-time exempt tenure track positions on our scientific staff.  We seek to hire at the Assistant Scientist level; however, extraordinary candidates may be considered at Associate Scientist without Tenure, Associate Scientist with Tenure, or Senior Scientist levels.    The successful candidate will join an interdisciplinary department with a highly diverse science portfolio spanning solid-earth chemical and physical processes, coastal processes, climate and paleoclimate, climate solutions and the deep biosphere. We are seeking candidates whose research complements, diversifies, and strengthens existing programs on global geochemical cycles as driven by solid-earth processes, including high-temperature geochemistry/petrology, volcanism, plate-boundary processes, seafloor geology, and the subsurface carbon cycle and related biogeochemistry. This includes both purely fundamental scientific inquiry and applied or solutions-driven research targeting pressing societal issues. We especially encourage applications from candidates who would take advantage of existing analytical facilities, such as the WHOI Plasma Facility and the Northeastern National Ion Microprobe Facility.We encourage candidates to become familiar with WHOI’s recently completed “Vision2030” strategic planning.    Opportunities for interdisciplinary research exist through collaborations with colleagues in the other science departments, centers, and labs as well as with researchers in the broader Woods Hole scientific community.  WHOI’s Scientific Staff is expected to provide for their salaries from grants and contracts.  The Institution provides salary support when no other funding is available, as well as significant internal funding opportunities for developing innovative research projects. Candidates hired at the junior level will receive an initial appointment for four years.   WHOI is the largest private, non-profit oceanographic institution in the world, with staff, postdocs, and graduate students numbering approximately 1,000. 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. The Institution is located in Woods Hole, Massachusetts, a world-renowned center of excellence in marine, biomedical, and environmental science. An additional 500 affiliates are associated with the scientific endeavors of the Institution, many of whom are foreign nationals from the international community.   WHOI is committed to supporting a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will 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.  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 those with disabilities to apply.   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 offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes but is not limited to relocation assistance, medical and dental plans, childcare subsidy, housing assistance, tuition assistance, an employer contribution retirement plan, vacation time, flexible scheduling, and family illness days.    *Tenure-track staff are positions equivalent to ladder-rank professorial posts.   Applicants should have a doctoral degree, postdoctoral experience, and a record of scientific research publications in scholarly journals. Scientific staff members are expected to develop independent, externally-funded, and internationally-recognized research programs. They also have the option of advising graduate students and teaching courses through the MIT/WHOI Joint Program in Oceanography and Oceanographic Engineering.   HOW TO APPLY: Please visit http://careers.whoi.edu and respond to Job Reference 2023-2192. Applicants should include, as a single PDF document: A cover letter, curriculum vitae (CV), three-page research statement, names of four references and copies of up to three relevant publications.   The package should also be sent separately to the chair of the Geology & Geophysics Department at dlizarralde@whoi.edu with the subject line "Geology & Geophysics Department Scientific Application”.  Review of applications will begin on December 31, 2023.

The Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution is currently searching for an administrative professional for the joint position of Administrative Associate - Sea Grant Fiscal Officer in the Marine Chemistry and Geochemistry Department. This is a 3/4-time, exempt position, and is eligible for full benefits.   Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) Sea Grant supports marine research, extension, outreach and education programs. It is one of 34 Sea Grant College Programs located around the United States and its territories. WHOI Sea Grant is seeking an administrative professional/ fiscal officer to be based on the WHOI campus in Woods Hole, Massachusetts. The Administrative Associate - Sea Grant Fiscal Officerreports to and works closely with the Director of WHOI Sea Grant in areas of program management and administration. Grant management responsibilities include but are not limited to serving as a liaison between the program, the National Sea Grant office, and WHOI's Grants and Contracts Office. The Sea Grant Fiscal Officer is also responsible for financial and administrative management of awards, including management of awards during pre-award stage; monitoring all stages of award implementation, and preparing status updates and budget projections for the director. This position is responsible for coordinating accounting, budgeting, auditing, and other financial or related functions to ensure financial integrity of WHOI Sea Grant. The internal working titles for this position could be Administrative Associate I or Administrative Associate II.  The final level of the position will be determined commensurate with the selected candidate’s level of education & experience.   The successful candidate will be appointed with the working title WHOI Sea Grant Fiscal Officer under one of the following administrative associate positions depending on their level of experience.   Administrative Associate I: - Effectively employs triage and troubleshooting techniques to resolve complex situations. - Participates in the development and implementation of new approaches to the work of the group. - Is current and proficient in new trends, concepts, technologies, and best practices within one’s professional discipline and to apply that knowledge to current work. Administrative Associate II: - Demonstrates objective listening on a consistent basis; creates an environment that encourages open communication. - Fosters environment for collaborative problem solving; demonstrates a high degree of confidentiality and discretion. - Initiates innovative changes to continually improve operations both within the group as well as Institution-wide. - Integrates new concepts, technologies and practices and aligns with future needs. This position requires strong interpersonal, written, verbal and organizational skills, as well as a broad range of software skills. The ability to exercise discretion, good judgement and take initiative in accomplishing tasks is essential. Must be able to work under pressure independently as well as a team member. Must be able to multi-task while maintaining accuracy with details.

The Physical Oceanography Department at the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) invites candidates to apply to the open full-time tenure track position(s) on our scientific staff*. We seek to hire at the Assistant Scientist level, but exceptional candidates at more senior levels may be considered.      We seek applicants with expertise in the broad areas of physical oceanography and/or climate dynamics that would complement the existing strengths in the PO department.  We particularly seek innovative scientists working in physical oceanography and related topic areas including, but not limited to, 1) Climate dynamics, predictability, and impact, 2) Intersection of ocean physics-biogeochemistry-ecosystem/fisheries, and 3) Multi-scale processes in the ocean-atmosphere boundary layer.  We invite scientists employing cutting-edge observational, theoretical, modeling, laboratory, and data-driven machine learning approaches. We encourage candidates to become familiar with WHOI’s recently completed “Vision2030” strategic planning.    The successful candidate will join a collaborative group of scientists who address a wide range of fundamental problems in ocean and climate dynamics,. World-class technical support facilitates the use of a broad mix of traditional and innovative instruments and observational techniques and high-performance computing to study all ocean and climate-relevant scales from microstructure up to global, and in all ocean domains including open-ocean, coastal, and under sea-ice regions.       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 offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes but is not limited to relocation assistance, medical and dental plans, childcare subsidy, housing assistance, tuition assistance, an employer contribution retirement plan, vacation time, flexible scheduling, and family illness days.      *Tenure-track staff are positions equivalent to ladder-rank professorial posts and tenure-track group leader positions.    

Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution is currently searching for a vehicle technician and operator to join the Ocean Observatories Initiative (OOI) Coastal and Global Scale Nodes (CGN) team. This is a half-time, non-exempt position, and is eligible for benefits.   The successful candidate will assist in field and laboratory operations of the Ocean Observatories Initiative’s (OOI) mobile infrastructure, primarily the Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV) fleet consisting of long- and short-endurance autonomous platforms (Slocum gliders, REMUS 600 AUVs), and the ROV fleet (Falcon ROV).  Vehicles are equipped with an array of scientific instruments to transmit near real time oceanographic data for distribution to the scientific community.   The internal working title for this position is Engineering Assistant III or Senior Engineering Assistant I.  The final level of the position will be determined commensurate with the selected candidate's level of education and experience.     Engineering Assistant III: 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.   Senior Engineering Assistant I: With minimum supervision, applies experience and comprehensive understanding of related procedures and equipment to complex assignments in support of oceanographic engineering projects or facilities.  

Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution is currently searching for an Information Systems Associate to join the Rolling Deck 2 Repository (R2R) group. This is a regular, full-time, exempt position, and is eligible for benefits.   The ISA will work within Marine Operations to support sea technicians in the Academic Research Fleet (ARF) and scientists by assisting in the support, installation, operation, and documentation of R2R hardware, software, and applications. The individual will contribute and support the implementation of Best Practices in a maritime environment.    There is a requirement for the individual to travel and participate in ship visits, workshops, short cruises, and conferences.

The Department of Marine Chemistry & Geochemistry (MC&G) at the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) invites candidates to apply to the open full-time tenure track position(s) on our scientific staff. We seek to hire one or more scientists at the Assistant Scientist level; however, qualified candidates will be considered at Associate Scientist without Tenure, Associate Scientist with Tenure, or Senior Scientist levels.*   As one of the largest and thematically diverse marine chemistry/geochemistry departments in the United States, MC&G scientists conduct research throughout the world’s open ocean, deep sea, coastal and inland environments, develop novel sensors for in-situ measurements, advance state-of-the-art analytical approaches, carry out laboratory-based experimental studies, and develop and apply computer models and remote sensing techniques. The successful candidate(s) will conduct research in any area of marine chemistry and geochemistry that complements, diversifies, and strengthens existing programs on the chemistry of the ocean and its interactions with the Earth as a whole, particularly those areas addressing the ocean’s response to anthropogenic stressors, the development of innovative ocean observing approaches, large-scale ocean chemical cycles, high-temperature geochemistry/petrology, and microbial drivers of ocean chemistry.  This includes both purely fundamental scientific inquiry and applied or solutions-driven research targeting pressing societal issues related specifically or broadly to the ocean.     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 offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes but is not limited to relocation assistance, medical and dental plans, childcare subsidy, housing assistance, tuition assistance, an employer contribution retirement plan, vacation time, flexible scheduling, and family illness days.     *Tenure-track staff are positions equivalent to ladder-rank professorial posts.