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If you are interested in working in ocean research to explore, understand, and protect the ocean, Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution is hiring. https://caree

If you are interested in working in ocean research to explore, understand, and protect the ocean, Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution is hiring. https://careers.whoi.edu https://careers.whoi.edu We built and operate the ROV Jason and AUV Sentry, which were previously used to map these dumpsites[1]. We are always working on innovative vehicle capabilities and are currently looking for data scientists, software/mechanical/electrical engineers, machine learning specialists, etc. to help us. It's also a great opportunity to take a sabbatical by the beach :) 1: http://4dgeo.whoi.edu/geo-bin/GB_cmd?cmd=SlideShow&Match=2013/10/13%2019:34:02&Show_What=Collections&Widgets=on&user_id=DAQ-DISP_9999 http://4dgeo.whoi.edu/geo-bin/GB_cmd?cmd=SlideShow&Match=201...

hanniabu 5y ago
Are volunteers welcome?
- pvaldes 5y ago
  You would need to add some insurance in that volunteering plan. Doing field work in the ocean is hard and dangerous. For they would be a risk to be sued. ... And the ship job is not so glamourous as you think. Oceanography is fantastic, I enjoyed it a lot, but people shouldn't build a wrong image in their mind. This is hard work.
- scibotics 5y ago
  We're not very well-equipped to handle volunteers right now, but we are releasing more data and open source software every day, and would be happy to see contributions from the community.
  - pvaldes 5y ago
    Can you put a link here about that open source programs?
    - scibotics 5y ago
      We have a GitHub for the institution (https://github.com/whoigit/ https://github.com/whoigit/) and some individual labs have separate GitHub, Bitbucket, and GitLab accounts. For instance, some of the robotics code behind the AUV Sentry is here: https://bitbucket.org/whoidsl/ https://bitbucket.org/whoidsl/
pryelluw 5y ago
Thanks for posting. Any remote opportunities? I’m located in ATL and not able to relocate.
- scibotics 5y ago
  The opportunities are occasionally remote as in "on a research vessel somewhere in the middle of the ocean for several weeks." But virtually everyone has a home base near the campus. The nature of the work is very hands-on, even for software. Edit: As pointed out below, there are some remote software developer roles right now.
  - dataflow 5y ago
    The job posting does say remote though? https://careers-whoi.icims.com/jobs/1448/senior-software-engineer-%28remote%29/job https://careers-whoi.icims.com/jobs/1448/senior-software-eng...
    - scibotics 5y ago
      Great point. That role is for an application developer to help build data management systems for oceanographic data: https://www.bco-dmo.org/ https://www.bco-dmo.org/
    - the_lonely_road 5y ago
      Interesting this is listed as a requirement for Senior Software Engineer: Physical Requirements Physical duties for this position include but are not limited to, visual abilities to include depth perception, ability to see peripherally, ability to adjust vision to bring objects into focus, ability to distinguish basic colors. Ability to hear and respond to instructions. Ability to work with and around others as well as alone. Other physical tasks include occasional standing/walking; manual dexterity and mobility, use of hands for basic/fine grasping/manipulation, and repetitive motion (keyboard and mouse). Physical duties are subject to change. And this is for Software Manager: Physical Requirements No pre-determined physical requirements; all candidates should be encouraged to apply.
ozzyoli 5y ago
Plus, Woods Hole is a charming place to live/work/visit if anyone gets the chance
- jborichevskiy 5y ago
  Would a curious, wannabe scientist be welcome at the Research Center as a visitor? Is there anything I could actually help with/volunteer on while there?
  - scibotics 5y ago
    Do you mean at Woodwell Climate Center (woodwellclimate.org), formerly the Woods Hole Research Center? If so, I'm not sure. Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI.edu) is nearby but unrelated. Public outreach is very important for ocean science so we (WHOI) do have a visitor center and regularly host events[1] on campus and online. I'm not aware of anything for volunteers right now but in the past we have asked for help labeling data sets or reporting marine mammal sightings[2]. 1: https://www.whoi.edu/who-we-are/visit-whoi/events-happenings/ https://www.whoi.edu/who-we-are/visit-whoi/events-happenings... 2: https://main.whoi.edu/ https://main.whoi.edu/
    - jborichevskiy 5y ago
      I was originally thinking of WHOI.edu - I was unfamiliar with Woodwell Climate Center. Appreciate the links though - will definitely keep an eye on the websites next time I'm the area!
- throwaway0a5e 5y ago
  The cape is a fine place to visit and a terrible place to live. The whole place is a "quaintness facade" put on to part tourists from their money. It's fine for a week or for a summer but living it grates on you. Your dollars are worth ~20% less (nothing pays even close to 20% higher) and unless you have big dreams of running a tourist facing business (or fleecing the people who fleece the tourists) there is squat for opportunity there. I would only accept a job at Woods Hole if it will specifically further your career.

hanniabu 5y ago

Are volunteers welcome?

pvaldes 5y ago
You would need to add some insurance in that volunteering plan. Doing field work in the ocean is hard and dangerous. For they would be a risk to be sued. ... And the ship job is not so glamourous as you think. Oceanography is fantastic, I enjoyed it a lot, but people shouldn't build a wrong image in their mind. This is hard work.
scibotics 5y ago
We're not very well-equipped to handle volunteers right now, but we are releasing more data and open source software every day, and would be happy to see contributions from the community.
- pvaldes 5y ago
  Can you put a link here about that open source programs?
  - scibotics 5y ago
    We have a GitHub for the institution (https://github.com/whoigit/ https://github.com/whoigit/) and some individual labs have separate GitHub, Bitbucket, and GitLab accounts. For instance, some of the robotics code behind the AUV Sentry is here: https://bitbucket.org/whoidsl/ https://bitbucket.org/whoidsl/

pryelluw 5y ago

Thanks for posting. Any remote opportunities? I’m located in ATL and not able to relocate.

scibotics 5y ago
The opportunities are occasionally remote as in "on a research vessel somewhere in the middle of the ocean for several weeks." But virtually everyone has a home base near the campus. The nature of the work is very hands-on, even for software. Edit: As pointed out below, there are some remote software developer roles right now.
- dataflow 5y ago
  The job posting does say remote though? https://careers-whoi.icims.com/jobs/1448/senior-software-engineer-%28remote%29/job https://careers-whoi.icims.com/jobs/1448/senior-software-eng...
  - scibotics 5y ago
    Great point. That role is for an application developer to help build data management systems for oceanographic data: https://www.bco-dmo.org/ https://www.bco-dmo.org/
  - the_lonely_road 5y ago
    Interesting this is listed as a requirement for Senior Software Engineer: Physical Requirements Physical duties for this position include but are not limited to, visual abilities to include depth perception, ability to see peripherally, ability to adjust vision to bring objects into focus, ability to distinguish basic colors. Ability to hear and respond to instructions. Ability to work with and around others as well as alone. Other physical tasks include occasional standing/walking; manual dexterity and mobility, use of hands for basic/fine grasping/manipulation, and repetitive motion (keyboard and mouse). Physical duties are subject to change. And this is for Software Manager: Physical Requirements No pre-determined physical requirements; all candidates should be encouraged to apply.

ozzyoli 5y ago

Plus, Woods Hole is a charming place to live/work/visit if anyone gets the chance

jborichevskiy 5y ago
Would a curious, wannabe scientist be welcome at the Research Center as a visitor? Is there anything I could actually help with/volunteer on while there?
- scibotics 5y ago
  Do you mean at Woodwell Climate Center (woodwellclimate.org), formerly the Woods Hole Research Center? If so, I'm not sure. Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI.edu) is nearby but unrelated. Public outreach is very important for ocean science so we (WHOI) do have a visitor center and regularly host events[1] on campus and online. I'm not aware of anything for volunteers right now but in the past we have asked for help labeling data sets or reporting marine mammal sightings[2]. 1: https://www.whoi.edu/who-we-are/visit-whoi/events-happenings/ https://www.whoi.edu/who-we-are/visit-whoi/events-happenings... 2: https://main.whoi.edu/ https://main.whoi.edu/
  - jborichevskiy 5y ago
    I was originally thinking of WHOI.edu - I was unfamiliar with Woodwell Climate Center. Appreciate the links though - will definitely keep an eye on the websites next time I'm the area!
throwaway0a5e 5y ago
The cape is a fine place to visit and a terrible place to live. The whole place is a "quaintness facade" put on to part tourists from their money. It's fine for a week or for a summer but living it grates on you. Your dollars are worth ~20% less (nothing pays even close to 20% higher) and unless you have big dreams of running a tourist facing business (or fleecing the people who fleece the tourists) there is squat for opportunity there. I would only accept a job at Woods Hole if it will specifically further your career.