Job Title SODCO Electronics Instrumentation Specialist Agency Texas A&M University Department International Ocean Discovery Program Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location College Station, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description Our Commitment Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service Who We Are The International Ocean Discovery Program (IODP) is dedicated to uncovering Earth's history through the study of ocean floor sediments and rocks. Our numerous seagoing expeditions aboard the scientific drillship JOIDES Resolution (JR), conducted on behalf of the National Science Foundation (NSF), have enabled researchers to gather invaluable core samples from around the world. Following the recent demobilization of the JR, Texas A&M University has been entrusted by the NSF to establish an instrumented Gulf Coast Repository (GCR), utilizing the advanced instrumentation from the JR. As we anticipate the award of the Scientific Ocean Drilling Coordination Office (SODCO), IODP is gearing up to coordinate and manage future drilling activities. Our mission includes collecting subseafloor samples, conducting subseafloor measurements, and installing long-term borehole observatories to advance our understanding of Earth's processes. What We Want We are looking for an Electronics Instrumentation Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible electronic/electromechanical maintenance and repair of state of the art scientific and laboratory equipment, will participate in projects related to development and enhancement of analytical instruments, and support the operations and engineering team as required, and will sail on mission specific platform (MSP) expeditions to provide at sea support for the instrumentation. The ideal candidate will have experience working with electronic equipment and systems, working on projects related to scientific instrumentation development and enhancement, and a background in scientific ocean drilling. If you're excited about contributing to scientific research and eager to work in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply! What You Need To Know Compensation will be commensurate to the selected hire’s experience. A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended. Qualifications Required Education and Experience + Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education and experience. + Eight years related experience in electronics or electromechanical maintenance of scientific and computer equipment. Required Licenses and Certifications + Obtain and hold a passport and appropriate travel visas on a continuing basis. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities + Excellent communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills. + Ability to work independently, multitask, and to lead a team. + Must be able to work cooperatively and communicate effectively, demonstrating excellent teamwork, leadership, and displaying a service-oriented attitude in all interactions. + Ensures strong team approach to service deliverables through routine team building, training, and interactions. Preferred Qualifications + Experience working with electronic equipment and systems. + Experience in working on projects related to scientific instrumentation development and enhancement. + Experience with scientific ocean drilling. Responsibilities + SODCO Lab Support- Responsible for electronic/electromechanical readiness of SODCO scientific laboratory equipment. Duties include troubleshooting and fixing equipment malfunctions, equipment maintenance, and installation/packaging of scientific and laboratory equipment. Identify or fabricate parts for electronic systems. Oversee inventory and purchasing of spare electronic parts. Between expeditions work with SODCO Technical staff to ensure that equipment is maintained, repaired, and readied for the next expedition. Assist SODCO Operations and Engineering with calibration of downhole tools and other projects requiring electronics support. Sail on mission specific platform (MSP) cruises to support the scientific instrumentation and assist with core processing. + SODCO Mobilization and Logistical Support- Responsible for assisting in SODCO mobilization and demobilization activities, including packaging and installation of equipment, ordering of parts or supplies needed during the expedition, and supporting other tasks as defined by the Technical Support Supervisor. + Project Collaboration and Documentation- Collaborates on projects related to SODCO scientific instrument development, enhancement, or modification. Maintains documentation related to installation, maintenance, and modification of scientific instrument electronic systems. Adheres to safe laboratory and shop work protocols. Physical Requirements While at sea, the position requires physical tolerance to maintaining balance on a moving ship; working under confined condition in a 24/7 work place with 12-h shifts; exposure to low-mid level noise and vibration, potential allergens and occasional odors; fine motor skills as well as strenuous physical activity including moving, lifting and carrying objects of medium to heavy weight using proper lifting techniques ; reaching and bending, commonly in extreme environments. Other Requirements and Factors + This position is required to sail, which will require passing a routine medical exam (typically every two years). + This position requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University System/TAMU policies, regulations, rules and procedures. + All tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and University safety requirements. + This position allows alternate work location per TAMU guidelines. + This position is funded from grant and/or contract funding, which is renewed through provisions of the grantor of the contract. Therefore, this position is contingent upon continuation of funding from these grants and/or contracts, as well as satisfactory job performance. Why Texas A&M University? We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.  Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.  Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.  + Health (https://www.tamus.edu/business/benefits-administration/medical/) , dental (https://www.tamus.edu/business/benefits-administration/dental/) , vision (https://www.tamus.edu/business/benefits-administration/vision-insurance/) , life and long-term disability insurance (https://www.tamus.edu/business/benefits-administration/life-add/) with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums + 12-15 days (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/index.html) of annual paid holidays + Up to eight hours of paid sick leave (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/sick.html)  and at least  eight hours of paid vacation each (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/vacation.html) month + Automatically enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas + Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time (https://flourish.tamu.edu/wellness-release-time/) + Professional Development: All employees have access to free  LinkedIn Learning (https://linkedinlearning.tamu.edu/)  training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more + Employee Tuition Assistance (https://livingwell.tamu.edu/employee-tuition-assistance/) and Educational Release time (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/educational.html) for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application. All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.