SODCO Electronics Instrumentation Specialist
SODCO Electronics Instrumentation Specialist
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Job Title
SODCO Electronics Instrumentation SpecialistAgency
Texas A&M UniversityDepartment
International Ocean Discovery ProgramProposed Minimum Salary
CommensurateJob Location
College Station TexasJob Type
StaffJob Description
Our Commitment
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect Excellence Leadership Loyalty Integrity and Selfless Service
Who We Are
The International Ocean Discovery Program (IODP) is dedicated to uncovering Earths history through the study of ocean floor sediments and rocks. Our numerous seagoing expeditions aboard the scientific drillship JOIDES Resolution (JR) conducted on behalf of the National Science Foundation (NSF) have enabled researchers to gather invaluable core samples from around the world.
Following the recent demobilization of the JR Texas A&M University has been entrusted by the NSF to establish an instrumented Gulf Coast Repository (GCR) utilizing the advanced instrumentation from the JR. As we anticipate the award of the Scientific Ocean Drilling Coordination Office (SODCO) IODP is gearing up to coordinate and manage future drilling activities. Our mission includes collecting subseafloor samples conducting subseafloor measurements and installing longterm borehole observatories to advance our understanding of Earths processes.
What We Want
We are looking for an Electronics Instrumentation Specialist to join our team. In this role you will be responsible electronic/electromechanical maintenance and repair of state of the art scientific and laboratory equipment will participate in projects related to development and enhancement of analytical instruments and support the operations and engineering team as required and will sail on mission specific platform (MSP) expeditions to provide at sea support for the instrumentation. The ideal candidate will have experience working with electronic equipment and systems working on projects related to scientific instrumentation development and enhancement and a background in scientific ocean drilling. If youre excited about contributing to scientific research and eager to work in a dynamic environment we encourage you to apply!
What You Need To Know
Compensation will be commensurate to the selected hires experience.
A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended.
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience
Bachelors degree or equivalent education and experience.
Eight years related experience in electronics or electromechanical maintenance of scientific and computer equipment.
Required Licenses and Certifications
Obtain and hold a passport and appropriate travel visas on a continuing basis.
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Excellent communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently multitask and to lead a team.
Must be able to work cooperatively and communicate effectively demonstrating excellent teamwork leadership and displaying a serviceoriented attitude in all interactions.
Ensures strong team approach to service deliverables through routine team building training and interactions.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with electronic equipment and systems.
Experience in working on projects related to scientific instrumentation development and enhancement.
Experience with scientific ocean drilling.
Responsibilities
SODCO Lab Support Responsible for electronic/electromechanical readiness of SODCO scientific laboratory equipment. Duties include troubleshooting and fixing equipment malfunctions equipment maintenance and installation/packaging of scientific and laboratory equipment. Identify or fabricate parts for electronic systems. Oversee inventory and purchasing of spare electronic parts. Between expeditions work with SODCO Technical staff to ensure that equipment is maintained repaired and readied for the next expedition. Assist SODCO Operations and Engineering with calibration of downhole tools and other projects requiring electronics support. Sail on mission specific platform (MSP) cruises to support the scientific instrumentation and assist with core processing.
SODCO Mobilization and Logistical Support Responsible for assisting in SODCO mobilization and demobilization activities including packaging and installation of equipment ordering of parts or supplies needed during the expedition and supporting other tasks as defined by the Technical Support Supervisor.
Project Collaboration and Documentation Collaborates on projects related to SODCO scientific instrument development enhancement or modification. Maintains documentation related to installation maintenance and modification of scientific instrument electronic systems. Adheres to safe laboratory and shop work protocols.
Physical Requirements
While at sea the position requires physical tolerance to maintaining balance on a moving ship; working under confined condition in a 24/7 work place with 12h shifts; exposure to lowmid level noise and vibration potential allergens and occasional odors; fine motor skills as well as strenuous physical activity including moving lifting and carrying objects of medium to heavy weight using proper lifting techniques; reaching and bending commonly in extreme environments.
Other Requirements and Factors
This position is required to sail which will require passing a routine medical exam (typically every two years).
This position requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University System/TAMU policies regulations rules and procedures.
All tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and University safety requirements.
This position allows alternate work location per TAMU guidelines.
This position is funded from grant and/or contract funding which is renewed through provisions of the grantor of the contract. Therefore this position is contingent upon continuation of funding from these grants and/or contracts as well as satisfactory job performance.
Why Texas A&M University
We are a prestigious university with strong traditions Core Values and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university such as sporting and cultural events stateoftheart recreation facilities the Bush Library and Museum and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable costofliving and no long commutes.
Health dental vision life and longterm disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
Up to eight hours of paid sick leaveand at leasteight hours of paid vacationeach month
Automatically enrollment in theTeacher Retirement System of Texas
Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
Professional Development: All employees have access to freeLinkedIn Learningtraining webinars and limited financial support to attend conferences workshops and more
Employee Tuition Assistance and Educational Release time for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to prepopulate the online application.
All positions are securitysensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
