Founded in 1987 by the late David Packard, the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute (MBARI) is a non-profit, private oceanographic research institute, uniquely dedicated to the development of state-of-the-art equipment, instrumentation, systems and methods for scientific research in the deep waters of the ocean.

Located in Moss Landing, California, the heart of the nation’s largest marine sanctuary, MBARI places a balanced emphasis on science and engineering, with established programs in remotely operated vehicle (ROV) and autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) technology, ocean physics, chemistry, geology, biology, and social science, as well as information management and ocean instrumentation research and development.

Opportunities at MBARI

Job Openings

MBARI is now in search of highly motivated individuals to become a part of its mission.

Postdoc Positions

MBARI is currently accepting applications for our postdoc program. Deadline to apply is November 30, 2023.

Internships

Applications period is now open for the 2024 MBARI summer internship program. This 10-week internship allows college students and educators to work on a research or outreach project at MBARI.

MBARI Welcomes Diversity

MBARI is an equal opportunity employer. MBARI considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, age, disability, covered veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.