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Coastal Field Researcher 2 | University of California San Diego


University of California San Diego


Location

La Jolla, CA | United States


Job description

This is a one (1) year 100% Contract/Limited position. This appointment may be extended or converted to career status based on the funding and needs of the department.

This position must be willing to work in the surfzone and at remote field sites for several times per year.

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

The organizing principle of the Integrative Oceanography Division (IOD) resides in a shared commitment to collaborative, interdisciplinary science. "Integrative" denotes our philosophy that multiple approaches are important in creating a better understanding of the ocean system. We take great pride in our membership of physical, biological, chemical and geological oceanographers, climate and information scientists, data and information managers, engineers, technicians, education specialists, administrative and management professionals. IOD distinguishes itself as scientific home for researchers working at the boundaries of traditional academic spheres, and generating growing programs in the integration of research with informatics as well as with education and public outreach. From pelagic to benthic ecology, shoreline to open ocean dynamics, data to information systems, our research encompasses field work, laboratory experimentation and computer modeling to acquire, integrate, synthesize and understand diverse data sets to elucidate the underlying dynamics of complex, multidimensional ocean systems.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Under direct guidance of senior researcher, applies acquired skills and knowledge of applicable research discipline to support field research projects of small to medium size and intermediate scope and complexity field research projects.

Supports research projects that rely on field observations as well as keeps current with the latest technologies and research advances. Performs a variety of field work, analysis, programming, and reporting tasks related to coastal field and research processes. Assists experienced staff to coordinate fieldwork, collect GPS and LiDAR coastal surveys, deploy, recover, and maintain scientific instruments, and maintain field and laboratory equipment. Processes, quality controls, and analyzes point cloud survey data and coastal satellite data. Prepares data plots and figures for publication in peer-reviewed journals and presentations. The position will be within a dynamic collaborative environment with opportunities to develop independent troubleshooting skills.

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