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We are seeking a scientific systems analyst/programmer with experience in real time data acquisition and display, and data analysis to join our Data Acquisition and

Processing Group. The successful applicant will be responsible for undertaking a review of our current vessel based data acquisition, display, logging and processing systems and practices and benchmarking them against our international peers.

Based on the results of the review the appli- cant will develop a strategy for the upgrade or replacement of the scientific data systems on the Austrlian Marine National Facility that will be both best in class and adaptable for future needs.

Simon Allen

CSIRO Marine & Atmospheric Research

Castray Esplanade

Hobart, Tasmania 7000

Australia

Phone: +61 3 6232 5476

Email: [email protected]

WEB: http://www.cmar.csiro.au

INSTRUMENT TECHNICIAN

Job Location: USA, LA Cocodrie

The Louisiana Universities Marine Consortium (LUMCON) has an opening for an Instrument

Technician to maintain and assist in the deployment of a growing system of coastal monitoring stations. See http://weather.lum- con.edu/.

Each station has weather and water property sensors, and a data gathering communica- tions package for sending information to the

LUMCON Marine Center. The LUMCON

Coastal Monitoring Technician is responsible for all aspects of station design, parts pro- curement and inventory, fabrication, testing, installation and trouble shooting at all LUM-

CON Coastal Monitoring Stations, and regular cleaning, calibration and maintenance of the station instrumentation. Responsibilities also include maintaining accurate and detailed metadata records for all actions pertaining to the stations and instrumentation, and working with LUMCON IT personnel to upgrade the web-based data display protocol. The

Instrument Technician will participate in the planning and installation of new stations, and establish maintenance schedules for all sta- tions under the supervision of the Director for

Operations and Facilities.

A bachelor's or master's degree in an Earth

Sciences program and experience with field instrumentation is recommended.

Specific skills include the ability to maintain and troubleshoot analog and digital electronic instrumentation systems, batteries, solar arrays, and rf modem communication sys- tems. Familiarity and demonstrated proficien- cy with Campbell Scientific Loggernet soft- ware, Campbell Scientific dataloggers,

Microsoft Windows 2000 operating system, serial and TCP/IP communication protocols, radio communication hardware interfaces, and Microsoft Excel or similar data manipula- tion/visualization software, along with field experience and small boat handling capabili- ties are desired.

Salary range commens

Brenda Leroux Babin

LUMCON 8124 Highway 56

Chauvin, LA 70344

Phone: 985-851-2878

Fax: 985-851-2874

Email: [email protected]

WEB: http://weather.lumcon.edu

SEA GRANT MARITIME EXTENSION EDU-

CATOR

Job Location: USA, MN Duluth

Applications and nominations are invited for the position of Sea Grant Maritime Extension

Educator. The office is at Washburn Hall,

University of Minnesota Duluth (UMD). The position is in the University of Minnesota's academic staff category with the title of

Extension Educator. The Maritime Extension

Educator will work with the maritime industry, policy makers, natural resource profession- als, the Great Lakes Sea Grant community, and Great Lakes researchers to increase cooperation among organizations, improve environmental management, and apply univer- sity research results to help solve problems and improve efficiencies. Complete position responsibilities can be found at http://www.d.umn.edu/umdhr/umdjobs.html

The candidate must have a Masters degree and three years experience. Preferred qualifi- cations include: 1. Understanding of Great

Lakes maritime issues such as supply chain security, short sea shipping, intermodal trans- portation, economic and environmental impacts, waterway infrastructure mainte- nance, ballast water management to mini- mize invasive species introductions, and trade and regulatory policies. 2. Ability to coordinate and manage multiple projects and to keep and maintain good records. 3. Good skills in managing schedules, budg- ets, and contracted services. 4. Strong interpersonal skills, particularly the ability to work effectively with a diverse group of indi- viduals, both within and outside the college and university. 5. Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team including experience leading project teams. 6. Demonstrated abili- ty to develop and implement a successful outreach program related to the GLMRI and

Sea Grant missions. 7. Ability to communi- cate complex maritime related issues effec- tively to lay audiences. 8. Demonstrated abil- ity to use new technologies to conduct edu- cational programs and to conduct routine office management. 9. Experience in devel- oping and implementing regional and national extension programs.

Applicants should provide letter of applica- tion, vitae, and names, telephone numbers, e- mail addresses and mailing addresses of three references to: Marie Zhuikov, Search

Committee Chair, Minnesota Sea Grant, 2305

E 5th Street, University of Minnesota Duluth,

Duluth, MN 55812

Phone: (218)726-7677, e-mail: [email protected]

Review of complete applications will begin

November 1, 2005 and will continue until position is filled.

The University of Minnesota is an Equal

Opportunity Educator and Employer.

Marie Zhuikov

University of Minnesota Sea Grant Program 2305 E 5th St

Duluth, MN 55812

USA

Phone: 218-726-7677

Fax: 218-726-6556

Email: [email protected]

WEB: http://www.d.umn.edu/umdhr/umdjobs.html

JR. TECHNICAL SALES REPRESENTATIVE

Job Location: USA, TX Houston

MacArtney Offshore, Inc. is looking for an enthusiastic individual to work in the Sales

Department at its Houston, TX location. This position will be responsible for inside sales activities of company products and services to the Oil and Gas, Defense and

Oceanographic markets.

Position Description:

This position is responsible for Customer service duties and will include Communication with Customer; Preparation of technical pro- posals/quotes, Purchase and Sales Order

Entry and Tracking. The Technical Sales Rep will be responsible for identifying, organizing and maintaining customer accounts, and accurate recordkeeping.

Applicant Requirements:

The ideal candidate will have: • Strong Technical back ground, electrical or mechanical engineer, field technician etc. Good organizational and follow-up skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Experienced in Microsoft Office (Word,

Excel, Outlook) Familiar with Quick books, MRP/ERP and

AutoCad Experience with Subsea / Marine Products preferred

Applicant must be a self-starter and able to work independently.

Qualified candidates should respond with a cover letter detailing salary requirements and resume to General Manager; email off- [email protected], Fax to 713-266-7519

Job location: Houston, TX

Lars Hansen

MacArtney Offshore 3660 Westchase Drive

Houston, TX 77042

USA

Phone: 713 266 7575

Fax: 713 266 7519

Email: [email protected]

ASSOCIATE RESEARCH ENGINEER

Job Location: USA, PA State College

Responsible for research and development of new technologies for application to the analy- sis and control of advanced Autonomous

Underwater Vehicles (AUVs). This job provides an opportunity to design and implement con- trol and guidance algorithms in systems utiliz- ing an advanced rapid-prototyping and devel- opment process. Contribute to the develop- ment and maintenance of system-level simula- tions of a range of AUVs and participate in at- sea testing of new AUV systems and advanced technologies. Perform advanced research on AUV systems ranging from large (>5 tons) to small (<200 lbs) and slow (2-6 kt) to speeds where there is involvement in developing relevant models of physics.

Requires Bachelor`s degree (Master`s degree preferred) or equivalent in Mechanical, Aero, or Electrical Engineering, plus two years of work-related experience. Experience in model- ing and simulation of physical systems, con- trol system analysis and design, and pro- gramming in Matlab/Simulink and C/C++ pre- ferred, as well as a demonstrated ability to work independently. Candidates selected will be subject to a government security investi- gation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. U.S.

Citizenship required.

Electronic Job Management System

Penn State University

Position #20439

Apply via web at listed url.

Email: [email protected]

WEB: http://www.psu.edu/ur/jobs.html

MATERIALS/PRODUCTION TECHNICIAN

OR ENGINEER

Job Location: Canada, Halifax

The Oceanography Department at Dalhousie

University requires a materials/production technician or engineer to take a leading role in a grant-paid (renewable) research project on the manufacture, testing, refinement and industrial production of large numbers of small particles with uniform properties. For details and contact information, see: http://oceanography.dal.ca/ocean_5323.html

Chris Taggart

Dalhousie University

Halifax, Nova Scotia

Canada

Fax: 902-494-3877

Email: [email protected]

WEB: http://oceanography.dal.ca/ocean_5323.html

NAVIGATOR

Job Location: , Offshore

Veritas DGC Inc., a $600 plus million public geophysical information and services provider, is one of the world's leading providers of advanced geophysical technolo- gies. Veritas Marine Acquisition, a division of

Veritas DGC Inc., is currently recruiting for individuals from all disciplines of marine data acquisition. We have a rewarding opportunity for a Navigator in our various global offshore locations.

The qualified incumbent will be responsible for the recording quality of navigation data onboard the vessel. In charge of the accu- rate setup and operation of ALL navigation acquisition systems and sub-systems onboard the assigned vessel. Ensure that all components of navigation acquisition opera- tions run efficiently and effectively to mini- mize down time. Perform installation and maintenance of the above systems and their associated cables and antennas located on the masts, catwalks and on in-water floats.

Perform proper layout of seismic recording equipment and ensure proper connections have been made to recording equipment.

Requirements:

Working knowledge of UNIX preferred but not required. GPS - Navigation experience a plus. Associates degree or above in

Hydrographic Surveying, Marine Science,

Marine Technology or Electronic Engineering a plus. Must possess willingness and ability to travel and work offshore for extended peri- ods of time (current rotation is six weeks off- shore / six weeks leave). Must have a valid passport before starting employment.

Submit to and pass a drug screening and

UKOOA medical. Obtain a Basic Offshore

Safety Induction and Emergency Training

Certificate before starting employment (this is scheduled and paid for by the company).

Team player with strong interpersonal com- munication and organizational skills.

Proficient computer skills.

Company Offers:

Paid travel to and from crew change location.

Accommodations and meals provided while onboard the vessel. Bonus Incentive Plan, after successfully completing Trainee period

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