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R100093407**Current Employees:**If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click
to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position, please review this .The Cooperative Institute for Marine and Atmospheric Studies (CIMAS) of the University of Miami invites applications for a Research Associate I, working on coral reef ecosystems. The successful applicant will work with a diverse team of scientists, postdocs, and students at NOAA and UM laboratories in Miami, Florida as part of the Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory’s (AOML) Coral Program.The successful candidate will play a central role in supporting AOML’s engineering and research efforts by managing the Advanced Design and Manufacturing Lab and leading the design and construction of instrumentation and infrastructure for Coral Program projects. This position will contribute to the development of robotic coral-propagation technologies, experimental aquarium systems, and real-time buoy platforms; assist in the 3D design and fabrication of experimental setups.**Specific functions**
The successful candidate’s duties will include, but are not limited to the following:
1) Manage the Advanced Design and Manufacturing Lab located within AOML, inclusive of 3D printers (SLA, FDM, SLS), laser cutting, and CNC machines
2) Design and build of instrumentation and infrastructure related to AOML Coral Program funded projects, including robotic coral propagation technology, experimental aquarium systems, and real-time buoy networks
3) Assist with 3D design and construction of experimental setups
4) Maintain and augment the Experimental Reef Lab
5) Program laboratory/instrument software interfacing or improvements
6) Work closely with other team members to brainstorm, prototype, and troubleshoot infrastructure projects
7) Process data**Qualifications**
Applicants must possess a bachelor’s degree in marine science, engineering, or a related field from an accredited university. They must be highly motivated, organized, and have the ability to adapt to a dynamic lab environment. Strong analytical and laboratory skills are required. Preference will be given to candidates who possess a close familiarity with coral reef ecosystems and aquarium systems. Experience with computers, 3D printing, programming, circuitry, and 3D design (CAD) software is required. At least one year of hands-on and directly related research experience (at time of hire) is preferableThe University of Miami is recognized as one of the nation’s premier research institutions and academic health systems and is among the largest employers in South Florida.With more than 20,000 faculty and staff, the University is committed to excellence and guided by a mission to positively impact the lives of students, patients, and communities locally and globally.We are dedicated to fostering a culture where every individual feels valued and empowered to contribute meaningfully. United by shared values, the University community works together to build an environment defined by purpose, collaboration, and service.The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click
for additional information.**Job Status:**Full time**Employee Type:**StaffThe mission of the University of Miami is to transform lives through education, research, innovation, and service. A vibrant and diverse academic and healthcare community, the University of Miami and the University of Miami Health System ("UHealth") have rapidly progressed to become one of the nation’s top research universities and academic medical centers in the nation.The University comprises 12 schools and colleges serving undergraduate and graduate students in more than 350 majors and programs. Visit
to learn more about our points of pride.The University ranks No. 55 on U.S. News & World Report’s 2022 Best Colleges list and ranked No. 49 in the 2022 Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education College Rankings.Bascom Palmer Eye Institute is ranked the #1 eye hospital in the USA and offers some of the nation's premiere eye doctors to treat every eye condition for adults. Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer, part of the Miller School of Medicine, received the prestigious National Cancer Institute designation in 2019.The University of Miami and UHealth have also ranked among the Forbes Best Employers and Best Employers for Women on several occasions, most recently in 2022. #J-18808-Ljbffr
On-Sitelocations:
Miami, FLtime type:
Full timeposted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition id:
R100093407**Current Employees:**If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click
to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position, please review this .The Cooperative Institute for Marine and Atmospheric Studies (CIMAS) of the University of Miami invites applications for a Research Associate I, working on coral reef ecosystems. The successful applicant will work with a diverse team of scientists, postdocs, and students at NOAA and UM laboratories in Miami, Florida as part of the Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory’s (AOML) Coral Program.The successful candidate will play a central role in supporting AOML’s engineering and research efforts by managing the Advanced Design and Manufacturing Lab and leading the design and construction of instrumentation and infrastructure for Coral Program projects. This position will contribute to the development of robotic coral-propagation technologies, experimental aquarium systems, and real-time buoy platforms; assist in the 3D design and fabrication of experimental setups.**Specific functions**
The successful candidate’s duties will include, but are not limited to the following:
1) Manage the Advanced Design and Manufacturing Lab located within AOML, inclusive of 3D printers (SLA, FDM, SLS), laser cutting, and CNC machines
2) Design and build of instrumentation and infrastructure related to AOML Coral Program funded projects, including robotic coral propagation technology, experimental aquarium systems, and real-time buoy networks
3) Assist with 3D design and construction of experimental setups
4) Maintain and augment the Experimental Reef Lab
5) Program laboratory/instrument software interfacing or improvements
6) Work closely with other team members to brainstorm, prototype, and troubleshoot infrastructure projects
7) Process data**Qualifications**
Applicants must possess a bachelor’s degree in marine science, engineering, or a related field from an accredited university. They must be highly motivated, organized, and have the ability to adapt to a dynamic lab environment. Strong analytical and laboratory skills are required. Preference will be given to candidates who possess a close familiarity with coral reef ecosystems and aquarium systems. Experience with computers, 3D printing, programming, circuitry, and 3D design (CAD) software is required. At least one year of hands-on and directly related research experience (at time of hire) is preferableThe University of Miami is recognized as one of the nation’s premier research institutions and academic health systems and is among the largest employers in South Florida.With more than 20,000 faculty and staff, the University is committed to excellence and guided by a mission to positively impact the lives of students, patients, and communities locally and globally.We are dedicated to fostering a culture where every individual feels valued and empowered to contribute meaningfully. United by shared values, the University community works together to build an environment defined by purpose, collaboration, and service.The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click
for additional information.**Job Status:**Full time**Employee Type:**StaffThe mission of the University of Miami is to transform lives through education, research, innovation, and service. A vibrant and diverse academic and healthcare community, the University of Miami and the University of Miami Health System ("UHealth") have rapidly progressed to become one of the nation’s top research universities and academic medical centers in the nation.The University comprises 12 schools and colleges serving undergraduate and graduate students in more than 350 majors and programs. Visit
to learn more about our points of pride.The University ranks No. 55 on U.S. News & World Report’s 2022 Best Colleges list and ranked No. 49 in the 2022 Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education College Rankings.Bascom Palmer Eye Institute is ranked the #1 eye hospital in the USA and offers some of the nation's premiere eye doctors to treat every eye condition for adults. Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer, part of the Miller School of Medicine, received the prestigious National Cancer Institute designation in 2019.The University of Miami and UHealth have also ranked among the Forbes Best Employers and Best Employers for Women on several occasions, most recently in 2022. #J-18808-Ljbffr