SCOPE Research Specialist

Regular, Full-Time, RCUH Non-Civil Service position with the School of Ocean and Earth Science and Technology (SOEST), Simons Collaboration on Ocean Processes and Ecology (SCOPE), and the Hawai‘i Ocean Time-Series (HOT) program, located in Honolulu, Hawai‘i.  Continuation of employment is dependent upon program/operational needs, satisfactory work performance, availability of funds, and compliance with applicable Federal/State laws. 

MINIMUM MONTHLY SALARY:  $3,222/Mon. 

DUTIES:  Supports field and laboratory components of ongoing oceanographic research projects, including participation in regular research cruises.  Oversees biogeochemical analyses using standard protocols, including helping to improve methods when applicable.  Assists in the maintenance of laboratories at the University of Hawai‘i (UH) Manoa and at the UH Marine Center. 

PRIMARY QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION/TRAINING:  Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Biology, Chemistry, or Oceanography (Bachelor’s Degree with three to five (3-5) years of progressively responsible experience in an oceanographic laboratory will substitute for a Master’s Degree).  EXPERIENCE:  One to three (1-3) years of field or laboratory research experience in an oceanographic or related research program.  At least two (2) years of experience in biological oceanographic sampling and field research, including operating and maintaining oceanographic field instruments and sampling equipment.  At least one (1) year of experience with laboratory analyses of dissolved nutrients and particulate matter concentrations.  ABIL/KNOW/SKILLS:  Knowledge of basic laboratory equipment and procedures.  Knowledge of proper use and handling of radioisotopes for biological oceanographic rate measurements.  Understanding of oceanographic sampling techniques, including conducting in situ incubations and shipboard sampling procedures. Ability to conduct biogeochemical experiments and oceanographic sampling while aboard research vessels. Computer literacy, including database management, word processing, and Internet search engines.  Ability to prepare written reports.  Must be willing to work with chemicals and radioisotopes (H-3, C-14, P-32) following established safety guidelines.  Must possess a valid driver’s license (and if use of personal vehicle on the job is required, must also have valid personal driver’s insurance equivalent to Hawai‘i’s No-Fault Driver’s Insurance) and maintain throughout the duration of employment.  Post Offer/Employment Condition:  Must complete EHSO’s Lab Safety, Hazardous Waste, Biosafety and Radiation Safety training immediately after hire, or no later than employee’s initial exposure to hazardous chemicals.  PHYSICAL/MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS:  Able to lift and carry up to twenty (20) kilograms (approximately 44 pounds). POLICY AND/OR REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS:  As a condition of employment, employee will be subject to all applicable RCUH policies and procedures and, as applicable, subject to University of Hawai‘i's and/or business entity's policies and procedures.  Violation of RCUH's, UH's, or business entity's policies and/or procedures or applicable State or Federal laws and/or regulations may lead to disciplinary action (including, but not limited to possible termination of employment, personal fines, civil and/or criminal penalties, etc.).   

SECONDARY QUALIFICATIONS:  Experience with analyses of seawater nutrients (organic and inorganic) and particulate matter concentrations.  Working knowledge of instrumentation such as fluorometers, spectrophotometers, gas chromatographs, and liquid scintillation counters. 

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: Please go to www.rcuh.com and click on “Job Postings” and search for Job ID#17159.  You must submit the following documents online to be considered for the position: 1) Cover Letter, 2) Resume, 3) Salary History, 4) Supervisory References, 5) Copy of Degree(s)/Transcript(s)/Certificate(s). All online applications must be submitted/received by the closing date (11:59 P.M. Hawai‘i Standard Time/RCUH receipt time) as stated on the job posting. If you do not have access to our system and the closing date is imminent, you may send additional documents to rcuh_employment@rcuh.com. If you have questions on the application process and/or need assistance, please call (808)956-8344 or (808)956-0872.