Science Systems Specialist

Schmidt Ocean Institute (SOI) was founded by Eric and Wendy Schmidt in 2009 with a goal to advance the frontiers of ocean exploration and research through technological advancement, intelligent observation, and open sharing of information. This is achieved by making ship time and associated assets freely available to scientists globally. In exchange, SOI supports public sharing of acquired scientific observations, data, and other information about the ocean to stimulate the growth of data applications and user community and to amplify and enable further exploration, discovery, deeper understanding, and effective conservation and management of our environment.

The Schmidt Ocean Institute Science Systems Specialist supports cruise planning on the Institute’s Research Vessel Falkor (too) and management of the maritime instrumentation and scientific equipment, including calibration and maintenance. This person reports to the Science Systems Senior Manager and is part of the Maritime Infrastructure Division, working closely with the Institute’s shoreside staff and Vessel crews, and liaising with collaborating scientists and engineers. The Science Systems Specialist also assists the Senior Manager with research into new and upcoming technologies to ensure the Institute’s science equipment maintains cutting-edge capabilities.

This is an in-office position based in Woodinville, Washington, with a requirement to be in the office a minimum of three days per week.

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