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October 2, 2007

Research Operations Manager at NOAA Undersea Research Center

Contact University of North Carolina Wilmington, not me, for further information-Dida

Closing date: October 12, 2007
University of North Carolina Wilmington, Employment

Job Title: Research Operations Manager
Job Category: Marine Science
Position Number: 008158
License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation: The candidate must be capable of passing mandatory swim test and a NOAA/AAUS annual dive physical examination.

Dive certification by a nationally recognized sport Scuba diving agency (or military equivalent) is mandatory.

Summary of Position:
Assists scientists in conducting undersea research activities by planning and coordinating projects, serving as a diver and divemaster, overseeing dive training, and maintaining dive equipment and ancillary research tools.

Minimum Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Graduation from a four-year college or university and two years of general research experience preferably including supervision; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Familiarity with a variety of the research fields concepts, practices and procedures. Demonstrated experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:


  • Ability to maintain and service scuba diving equipment a must.

  • Ability to operate research vessels (16-42' LOA).

  • Possesses DMT certification or has the ability to become certified as a first responder/diver medic.


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Certified scuba instructor

Contact UNCW for employment posting/application information.

Posted by Dida at October 2, 2007 5:08 PM

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