Seattle Aquarium
Research Technician - Climate Resilience
Seattle Aquarium, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
JOB POSTINGResearch Technician - Climate ResiliencePosted:
Open to internal and external applicantsReports to:
Research Scientist - Climate ResilienceStatus:
Full-time, hourly, benefitted positionHours of work:
Monday-Friday workweek, Variable schedule, 40 hours per week.Date needed:
October, 2024Posting expires:
Open until filled, priority given to applications received by August 30th.Position description:The Seattle Aquarium, a leading marine conservation organization, is looking for a Research Technician - Climate Resilience to join the Research & Animal health team. The Research Technician is responsible for assisting with all aspects of the Coastal Complexity & Resilience (CCR) program including but not limited to: gathering subtidal imagery in the field with Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs), maintaining and expanding ROV sensors and components, ROV imagery post-processing, annotating ROV-derived imagery to train machine-learning algorithms, expanding open-source software for ROV flight operations, and training and expanding open-source software for AI analyses. This position will work as a part of a multicultural team of internal and external partners, including Tribal, state, federal, non-profit, and academic organizations. They will be involved in multicultural communication, relationship building, and communicating research findings via scientific papers, presentations, news media, and web-based channels.Key functions:This position is responsible for assisting with research including but not limited to:Assist in the implementation of the CCR research program using ROVs to conduct photo/video surveys of benthic community structure in Elliott Bay, the Salish Sea, and out along Washington's Olympic Coast.Create and modify code using Python to conduct analyses of benthic community structure, ROV telemetry logs, and expand open-source AI programs.Engage with the Washington kelp conservation community to understand factors affecting kelp forest persistence and resilience.Use software such as CoralNet and VIAME to train machine learning algorithms to automate community structure metrics.Assist in all aspects of field conservation research including conducting benthic surveys with a ROV, editing ROV survey videos, analyzing data, and preparing data for publication.Participate in public speaking opportunities to share results with diverse audiences.Act as a role model for compliance with all safety protocols.Maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.Perform other duties as assigned.Required skills and experience:Bachelor's degree or equivalent work and research experience in related fields.Demonstrated collaborative research experience.Experience with software development preferred but not required.Robotics experience preferred but not required.Strong ability to write and modify code using Python.Ability to manage code repositories via GitHub.Familiarity with benthic taxa of the Northeast Pacific.Familiarity with electronics relevant to robotics.Familiarity with Microsoft 365 and virtual meeting platforms.Must possess organizational skills and be self-motivated.Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and team-building skills.Working conditions:This position has the option of being a hybrid position, functioning partially from home.Requires ability to work in the field in various environmental conditions.Must be able to stand and be physically active for 4 or more hours a day.Salary and benefits:
$27-$29 per hour, dependent on experience. Eligible for the Seattle Aquarium's comprehensive benefits package.How to apply:
Interested candidates should upload a resume to our online application to be considered. Application review will begin immediately.SeattleAquarium.org/careersPlease let us know if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for this job by emailing us at jobs@seattleaquarium.org.Note:
Candidates must pass a background check if offered the position.About the Seattle Aquarium:
The Seattle Aquarium is a respected authority on marine conservation, providing education, research, and advocacy. We are committed to fostering an inclusive community.Timeline:Application deadline: Mid-September 2024Priority given to applications received by August 30th.Interviews completed by late September 2024.Start date: October 2024
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Open to internal and external applicantsReports to:
Research Scientist - Climate ResilienceStatus:
Full-time, hourly, benefitted positionHours of work:
Monday-Friday workweek, Variable schedule, 40 hours per week.Date needed:
October, 2024Posting expires:
Open until filled, priority given to applications received by August 30th.Position description:The Seattle Aquarium, a leading marine conservation organization, is looking for a Research Technician - Climate Resilience to join the Research & Animal health team. The Research Technician is responsible for assisting with all aspects of the Coastal Complexity & Resilience (CCR) program including but not limited to: gathering subtidal imagery in the field with Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs), maintaining and expanding ROV sensors and components, ROV imagery post-processing, annotating ROV-derived imagery to train machine-learning algorithms, expanding open-source software for ROV flight operations, and training and expanding open-source software for AI analyses. This position will work as a part of a multicultural team of internal and external partners, including Tribal, state, federal, non-profit, and academic organizations. They will be involved in multicultural communication, relationship building, and communicating research findings via scientific papers, presentations, news media, and web-based channels.Key functions:This position is responsible for assisting with research including but not limited to:Assist in the implementation of the CCR research program using ROVs to conduct photo/video surveys of benthic community structure in Elliott Bay, the Salish Sea, and out along Washington's Olympic Coast.Create and modify code using Python to conduct analyses of benthic community structure, ROV telemetry logs, and expand open-source AI programs.Engage with the Washington kelp conservation community to understand factors affecting kelp forest persistence and resilience.Use software such as CoralNet and VIAME to train machine learning algorithms to automate community structure metrics.Assist in all aspects of field conservation research including conducting benthic surveys with a ROV, editing ROV survey videos, analyzing data, and preparing data for publication.Participate in public speaking opportunities to share results with diverse audiences.Act as a role model for compliance with all safety protocols.Maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.Perform other duties as assigned.Required skills and experience:Bachelor's degree or equivalent work and research experience in related fields.Demonstrated collaborative research experience.Experience with software development preferred but not required.Robotics experience preferred but not required.Strong ability to write and modify code using Python.Ability to manage code repositories via GitHub.Familiarity with benthic taxa of the Northeast Pacific.Familiarity with electronics relevant to robotics.Familiarity with Microsoft 365 and virtual meeting platforms.Must possess organizational skills and be self-motivated.Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and team-building skills.Working conditions:This position has the option of being a hybrid position, functioning partially from home.Requires ability to work in the field in various environmental conditions.Must be able to stand and be physically active for 4 or more hours a day.Salary and benefits:
$27-$29 per hour, dependent on experience. Eligible for the Seattle Aquarium's comprehensive benefits package.How to apply:
Interested candidates should upload a resume to our online application to be considered. Application review will begin immediately.SeattleAquarium.org/careersPlease let us know if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for this job by emailing us at jobs@seattleaquarium.org.Note:
Candidates must pass a background check if offered the position.About the Seattle Aquarium:
The Seattle Aquarium is a respected authority on marine conservation, providing education, research, and advocacy. We are committed to fostering an inclusive community.Timeline:Application deadline: Mid-September 2024Priority given to applications received by August 30th.Interviews completed by late September 2024.Start date: October 2024
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