jobs

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Marine Robotics Research Engineer

MBARI’s CoMPAS (Control, Modeling, and Perception of Autonomous Systems) Lab seeks a Research Engineer for a program focused on marine robotics. This lab aims to develop and transfer technology for making ocean exploration more accessible and widespread, based on improved methods for more intelligent, precise, and targeted data collection with scalable autonomous marine platforms. If you have the interest and experience to contribute to our work, then we very much welcome your application.

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Recruitment Specialist

MBARI seeks to hire a Recruitment Specialist who will be part of the Human Resources division at MBARI while working closely with the Diversity Equity Inclusion (DEI) Advisory Committee.

Benthic Rover
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Electronic Engineering Technician

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.
MBARI is now in search of a highly motivated Electronic Engineering Technician to become a part of its mission.

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Prototype/Experimental Machinist

MBARI seeks a motivated prototype machinist and fabricator to work as part of a multidisciplinary team with other engineers, scientists, and marine operations personnel on the design, fabrication, testing, and maintenance of various platforms and instruments for ocean science research.

Machine Shop
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Mechanical Engineering Technician

MBARI seeks a motivated Mechanical Engineering Technician to work as part of a multidisciplinary team with other scientists, engineers, and marine operations personnel on the design, fabrication, testing, and maintenance of various platforms and instruments for ocean science research.

Environmental Sample Processor
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Electrical Engineer

The engineering department at the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute (MBARI) is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to contribute to the development of underwater sensors, vehicles, and scientific instruments. Engineers at MBARI collaborate with scientists through the conception, design, manufacture, deployment, and support of novel systems. If you have the interest and experience to contribute to our work, then we very much welcome your application.

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Ocean Observatory Intern

The Ocean Observatory Intern will assist in the construction, deployment, recovery and maintenance of oceanographic moorings. The Intern will be required to carry out tasks related to preparing an oceanographic mooring for deployment and for assisting in the disassembly of a mooring. 

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Submersible Specialist

This term position supports the operation of MBARI’s fleet of submersible vehicles in a reliable and effective manner. The incumbent will fill temporary personnel resource gaps, to operate and maintain multiple submersible platform types.

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Chief Mate, R/V Western Flyer

Reporting to the Master of the R/V Western Flyer, the Chief Mate is second in command of the vessel and ensures the safety and effectiveness of all deck operations and ship’s equipment.

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Postdoctoral Fellow (NSF funded)

The Southern Ocean Carbon and Climate Observations and Modeling (SOCCOM) team at MBARI seeks an energetic and enthusiastic postdoctoral researcher to participate in studies using biogeochemical observations from profiling floats to develop understanding of ocean biogeochemistry.

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Marine Geosciences – Seafloor Processes Principal Investigator

The Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute (MBARI) invites qualified candidates to apply for a position as a Principal Investigator in science or engineering with a programmatic vision that advances understanding of seafloor processes and fosters the development of novel observational capabilities and/or methods.