University of Southern Mississippi
Aquatic Robotics Team Lead, Hydrographic Science Research Center
University of Southern Mississippi, Bay Saint Louis, Mississippi, United States, 39520
The Hydrographic Science Research Center (HSRC) at The University of Southern Mississippi is seeking to hire an Aquatic Robotics Team Lead for its aquatic robotics team. As part of a multidisciplinary research team, this position works in association with the Director in operating the uncrewed systems (UxS) mapping activities of the research center, leading the research in advancing autonomy in ocean and inland water environmental mapping. The HSRC UxS facilities include Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs), Uncrewed Surface Vessels (USV), Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs), and Uncrewed Aerial Vehicles (UAVs).
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Pursues funding for the aquatic robotics team through writing grants, meeting with program managers at funding agencies, and presenting HSRC UxS research results at national and international conferences.
Coordinates and directs grant-funded research projects, including developing, planning, organizing, and carrying out new and existing research programs. Authors papers in refereed journals and writes technical reports.
Coordinates and directs HSRC UxS activities in the research center. Responsible for all AUV operations, mobilization, demobilization, missions (e.g., at-sea AUV cruises), and checklist.
Supervises the aquatic robotics engineering team and funded graduate students.
Participates in project meetings, leads/coordinating the project team members, and performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum QualificationsM.S. degree from an accredited university in hydrographic science, geological oceanography, marine geophysics, ocean engineering, or related field, and 3 years’ experience in seafloor mapping with multibeam systems from UxS platforms and processing the data into final products. A record of external funding and research publications commensurate with career history.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Business Strategy & Acumen: Understands higher education and can use industry/professional terminology fluently. Thinks strategically and seeks to align center services and goals with institutional strategic goals.
Professional Knowledge and Application: Takes initiative to develop and apply professional knowledge and skills in order to enhance individual effectiveness and improve organizational performance.
Business Execution: Leverages professional expertise and University knowledge to assess areas of opportunity, identify solutions and effectively execute the plan.
Communication: Demonstrates the ability to deliver accurate, concise, and quality communication (verbal and written) in a timely manner.
Relationship Management: Works to build and manage productive relationships with peers, leaders, and stakeholder groups.
Leadership: Demonstrates an openness and flexibility towards new ideas and concepts and effectively influences or facilitates during times of change.
Preferred QualificationsPh.D. in hydrographic science, geological oceanography, marine geophysics, ocean engineering, or related field from an accredited university and 5+ years’ experience in seafloor mapping with multibeam, side scan sonar, chirp from both surface and subsurface UxS, and laser and passive optical sensors. Application of Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning to UsX adaptive and swarm missions. Knowledge and skills in state-of-the-art processing techniques for multibeam backscatter and water column data. A record of managing large research projects.
About The University of Southern MississippiSince our founding in 1910, The University of Southern Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing students for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 students in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online.
As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer/Americans with Disabilities Act institution, The University of Southern Mississippi encourages minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities to apply.
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Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Pursues funding for the aquatic robotics team through writing grants, meeting with program managers at funding agencies, and presenting HSRC UxS research results at national and international conferences.
Coordinates and directs grant-funded research projects, including developing, planning, organizing, and carrying out new and existing research programs. Authors papers in refereed journals and writes technical reports.
Coordinates and directs HSRC UxS activities in the research center. Responsible for all AUV operations, mobilization, demobilization, missions (e.g., at-sea AUV cruises), and checklist.
Supervises the aquatic robotics engineering team and funded graduate students.
Participates in project meetings, leads/coordinating the project team members, and performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum QualificationsM.S. degree from an accredited university in hydrographic science, geological oceanography, marine geophysics, ocean engineering, or related field, and 3 years’ experience in seafloor mapping with multibeam systems from UxS platforms and processing the data into final products. A record of external funding and research publications commensurate with career history.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Business Strategy & Acumen: Understands higher education and can use industry/professional terminology fluently. Thinks strategically and seeks to align center services and goals with institutional strategic goals.
Professional Knowledge and Application: Takes initiative to develop and apply professional knowledge and skills in order to enhance individual effectiveness and improve organizational performance.
Business Execution: Leverages professional expertise and University knowledge to assess areas of opportunity, identify solutions and effectively execute the plan.
Communication: Demonstrates the ability to deliver accurate, concise, and quality communication (verbal and written) in a timely manner.
Relationship Management: Works to build and manage productive relationships with peers, leaders, and stakeholder groups.
Leadership: Demonstrates an openness and flexibility towards new ideas and concepts and effectively influences or facilitates during times of change.
Preferred QualificationsPh.D. in hydrographic science, geological oceanography, marine geophysics, ocean engineering, or related field from an accredited university and 5+ years’ experience in seafloor mapping with multibeam, side scan sonar, chirp from both surface and subsurface UxS, and laser and passive optical sensors. Application of Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning to UsX adaptive and swarm missions. Knowledge and skills in state-of-the-art processing techniques for multibeam backscatter and water column data. A record of managing large research projects.
About The University of Southern MississippiSince our founding in 1910, The University of Southern Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing students for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 students in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online.
As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer/Americans with Disabilities Act institution, The University of Southern Mississippi encourages minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities to apply.
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