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UNDERSTANDING AND PROTECTING THE PLANET SINCE 1903

Scripps Institution of Oceanography (SIO) at UC San Diego is one of the most important centers for global earth science research and education in the world. Scripps scientists work to understand and protect the planet by investigating our oceans, Earth, and atmosphere to find solutions to our greatest environmental challenges. Scripps leads research in climate change impacts and adaptation, resilience to hazards, conservation and biodiversity, oceans and human health, national security, and innovative technology to observe the planet.

Supporting SIO, Shipboard Technical Support (STS) provides specialized expertise, personnel, instrumentation and support services to scientists that use oceanographic research vessels. STS also designs and supports specialized equipment, instrumentation and services for oceanographic research programs. STS is composed of several technical groups that provide a distinct set of services and expertise.

The Shipboard Instrumentation Technician operates and maintains permanently installed oceanographic instrumentation on research vessels. At sea this position supports researchers with the use of shipboard instrumentation, data collection, and assists researchers with the use of their research equipment on the vessel. When not at sea this position conducts instrumentation maintenance, conducts planning for shipboard instrumentation needs of future projects and provides remote technical assistance to technical staff at sea.

You are encouraged to review additional information about our organization at the following: https://scripps.ucsd.edu/home

About Shipboard Operations and Marine Technical Support: https://scripps.ucsd.edu/ships

Our employees enjoy competitive compensation packages and educational opportunities in a diverse, stimulating workforce. This position is also eligible for full:

1) Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

2) Vacation/Holidays

3) Life Insurance

4) UC Retirement Plan.

Benefits: http://blink.ucsd.edu/HR/benefits/work-life/health.html

NOTE: Salary placement is determined by the top candidate's overall qualifications/relevant experience, market data and internal equity.

• Working knowledge of safety, legal, cultural and regulatory requirements relative to field research responsibility.

• Working knowledge of research discipline, principles, concepts, analysis and / or operations being conducted at field/ remote sites.

• Experience with the interfaces and protocols used to connect instrumentation system to computer systems.

• Ability to troubleshoot oceanographic instrumentation equipment at sea with manufacturer shore-based support.

• Basic electronic troubleshooting skills

• Experience with the operation of oceanographic instrumentation systems

• Ability to work in remote locations and at sea under potentially adverse conditions for extended periods.

• Demonstrates ability to work with a team, and to meet deadlines with minimal supervision.

• Proficient research and analytical skills.

• Demonstrated communication skills with project team members.

• Experience with computer hardware and software maintenance

• Must be willing and able to travel globally without restrictions

• Must be able to obtain a Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC) through the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). Overtime and weekends may be required.

• Must be willing and able to spend up to four months at sea annually, in one to two month increments.

• Must pass background investigation through the US Department of Justice (DOJ).

This position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter pursuant to the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and requires immediate reporting of physical abuse, sexual abuse, emotional abuse, or neglect of anyone under the age of 18. It is the responsibility of the Mandated Reporter to ensure that they obtain proper training in order to fulfill their reporting responsibilities as required by the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and University policy, and to complete and submit the required reports to the UC San Diego Police Department without delay.

If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

To foster the best possible working and learning environment, UC San Diego strives to cultivate a rich and diverse environment, inclusive and supportive of all students, faculty, staff and visitors. For more information, please visit UC San Diego Principles of Community.

UC San Diego is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20
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UC San Diego is a smoke and tobacco free environment. Please visit smokefree.ucsd.edu for more information.

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

a. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct:

• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
• Abusive Conduct in the Workplace