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Scientific Support Manager

The Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences ("BIOS") is seeking a Scientific Support Manager

Interested candidates should email or fax their applications including a Cover Letter, Resume/CV, three References and Salary requirements to:

Human Resources Officer
The Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences (BIOS)
17 Biological Station, St. George’s GE01, Bermuda
Email:  HR@bios.edu or Fax: (441) 297-2222

Closing Date:  3rd March, 2014

BIOS is an equal opportunity employer in a drug-free workplace and learning environment

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Managing BIOS Laboratory Safety and Maintenance to ensure efficient compliance with all applicable US and Bermuda best practices
  • Designing, budgeting and implementing Laboratory Safety and Maintenance plans
  • Managing a team of safety, maintenance and technical support staff
  • Managing external contractors
  • Developing and managing scientific infrastructure projects
  • Collaborating with internal and external scientific partners
  • Acting as safety and maintenance emergency contact and coordinator (including outside of normal office hours)

Qualifications

  • At least 5 years’ experience in each of the following:
  • Managing and developing the scientific support services of a US Government funded scientific institution
  • Fulfilling the safety and maintenance needs of a US Government funded scientific institution
  • Implementing US Government (especially NSF and UNOLS) compliant science protocols and safety standards
  • Designing and developing new scientific support infrastructure
  • Managing hazardous chemical safety
  • Managing radiation safety
  • Managing technical support services and safety for ocean and coastal boat and diving operations (especially AAUS)
  • Managing workshop, vehicle and heavy machinery safety and maintenance
  • Managing and maintaining laboratory infrastructure, including safety equipment, HVAC, electrical and plumbing systems
  • Leading and managing highly motivated, efficient and effective teams

Marine Science Technician

BIOS currently has two opportunities for seagoing Marine Science Technicians. Candidates that fall short of the minimum requirements described below may be considered for a Junior. Marine Science Technician position.

Interested candidates should email or fax their applications including a Cover Letter, Resume/CV, three References to:

Human Resources Officer
The Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences (BIOS)
17 Biological Station
St. George's GE01 Bermuda
email: HR@bios.edu; Fax: 441-297-2222

Position will remain open until filled.

BIOS is an equal opportunity employer in a drug free workplace and learning environment.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, calibrate and repair various oceanographic systems, sensors and sampling gear.
  • Deploy/operate/maintain specialized systems which will include SeaBird CTD, RDI ADCP, Knudsen echo sounders and R.M. Young meteorological suite.
  • Collaborate with scientists and ship’s crew to ensure a safe and successful mission.
  • Instruct and assist scientific users of the ship in safe operating procedures of shipboard equipment; and proper oceanographic techniques, both on deck and in the labs.
  • Act as system administrator for the ship's computers, including networked Linux and Windows Server systems, firewalls and satellite-based internet services.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to perform normal duties onboard an ocean-going ship; ascending and descending ladders; handling mooring lines; opening and closing watertight doors; working odd and extended hours including holidays and weekends. Must be able to travel and work in the USA.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a field related to oceanography or engineering. Other degrees and disciplines will be considered with prior experience in a sea-going technical position directly related to oceanographic field studies.
  • 2 years of experience working with UNOLS vessels is desirable.
  • Knowledge of basic electrical theory and marine electronic systems
  • Experience with oceanographic systems including, but not limited to, CTD, ADCP, XBT, meteorological and data acquisition systems.
  • Proven ability to work safely at sea in adverse weather and conditions.
  • Experience with rigging and over-the-side equipment deployments
  • Strong computer skills, including knowledge of basic scientific data processing techniques.
  • Must be proficient with Windows-based networking environments, routers and firewalls.

Biological/Chemical/Physical Oceanographer

Applications are invited from scientists with interests in biological, chemical or physical oceanography to complement existing and future oceanographic research and educational activities at BIOS. BIOS anticipates hiring several oceanographers/marine scientists with a range of rank possible from early career to senior scientist.

Scientific activities at BIOS are wide-ranging and include oceanographic and atmospheric time-series studies, coral reef research and ocean and human health interactions (http://www.bios.edu/about/team-members/). BIOS is particularly interested in candidates with expertise in the following interdisciplinary themes: (1) Biological or biogeochemical oceanography including those with interests in molecular biology/genomics; microbial ecology; phytoplankton/zooplankton ecology and physiology; nutrient and/or trace element geochemistry; or natural products chemistry. (2) Physical oceanography, especially those with interests in new observing technologies including mooring and AUV systems; or physical-biological modeling.

Successful applicants will be expected to build a strong research program, complementary to and synergistic with a broad range of oceanographic research at BIOS. Familiarity with the U.S. federal agency research funding system is especially desirable. The successful applicants should also be willing to fulfill a variety of teaching needs (http://www.bios.edu/education/) in oceanography and/or other areas of the candidate's specialization. Rank and salary will be commensurate with experience.

BIOS offers a competitive package in a stimulating, challenging and rewarding work environment. Qualified candidates should submit their application to include: cover letter, curriculum vitae including names of references and salary requirements to:

Gillian Hollis
Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences
17 Biological Station
St. Georges, GE01, Bermuda
gillian.hollis@bios.edu

Review of applications will begin August 1. The position will remain open until filled.