The Institute of Marine Research (IMR) has a permanent position available for 1087 head engineer for measurements of inorganic carbon and greenhouse gases with a focus on the ocean’s chemical change, such as ocean acidification. The position is permanent and located in the research group Oceanography and Climate, with the workplace in Tromsø. The research group covers broadly disciplines within physical, chemical and bio-physical oceanography and climate research.
About the research group and the work we do
In Tromsø, the research group has assembled a committed and competent team that works with chemical oceanography and monitoring ocean acidification in all Norwegian sea areas. The team currently consists of 2 researchers and 2 technicians who are responsible for instrumentation, sample collection during cruises and field work, and analyses in the laboratory. The team works closely with the rest of the research group and with other groups at IMR. The Institute of Marine Research has several projects for studying ocean acidification and the carbon cycle within the institute and at the Fram Centre. Furthermore, the team contributes heavily to the EAF Nansen Programme in ocean acidification.
The EAF Nansen Programme is providing an opportunity for coastal developing countries to assess and manage their fisheries and ecosystems for a sustainable use of the oceans. The research vessel R/V Dr Fridtjof Nansen is the core of a unique science and management programme that for over four decades has been working to meet the challenges of a changing marine environment for a sustainable use of the oceans. Coordination of IMR’s efforts in The EAF Nansen programme is part of the research group for Sustainable Development.
Tasks
The employed engineer will be part of the team in chemical oceanography in Tromsø, and work with the full breadth of this team with a focus on collecting and analysing water samples from projects and cruises and contribute to operations and chemical analyses at the CO2 laboratory in Tromsø. The bulk of the work will be directed at Norwegian waters but work within the EAF Nansen programme will also be a significant part of the work of the employed candidate. In this work, the employed candidate is expected to contribute to the operation of the chemical workstation on board, as well as training of the local participants. The position involves participation in research cruises lasting up to one month, ranging from polar to equatorial sea areas.
The main tasks in the position will be to:
- contribute to the daily operation of the team’s CO2-laboratory in Tromsø
- support the EAF Nansen programme with cruise participation and training
- support FG Sustainable development in the operation of the EAF Nansen programme
- analyse seawater and sea ice for pH, total alkalinity and total inorganic carbon in connection with monitoring of ocean acidification
- participate in coordination, planning, and implementation of field and cruise activities
- quality assurance of marine chemical data
For the position, we seek a person with an education at least to master’s level with relevant experience and good knowledge of biological and chemical marine processes. Experience in analytical chemistry and marine chemical instrumentation is an advantage. Furthermore, it is an advantage to have experience of quality assurance of the data and a good systematic approach.
It is an advantage if you have experience with analysis of other biological and chemical parameters such as nutrient salts, oxygen, salinity and chlorophyll. Experience from cruise participation, especially in open sea areas, is also a benefit.
The working language at IMR is Norwegian. Being able to communicate well in Norwegian is an important prerequisite for both the employee and the department. It is expected that non-Norwegian-speaking employees complete Norwegian courses during the first two years of the employment. Norwegian language training will be covered by the department after completed and passed courses. Training in Norwegian will be given to non-proficient candidates who will be expected to reach B-1 level within two years after employment. Furthermore, the candidate must be fluent in both oral and written English.
Personal characteristics
Emphasis will be placed on personal qualities such as good communication and collaboration skills, the ability to work independently, efficiently and purposefully, as well as the ability to contribute to generating, carrying out and reporting on project activities. Teaching experience and language skills beyond Norwegian and English (such as French, Spanish or Portuguese), will be an advantage, as the position includes participation in international cruises within the EAF Nansen programme.
The position is paid as 1087 head engineer, in accordance with a governmentally regulated salary. A 2% contribution to the The Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund is deducted from the gross salary.
Applications are sent electronically via Jobbnorge. CV, diplomas and relevant certificates must be attached to the application.
We point out that information about applicants in special cases may be published, even if the applicant has requested to be excluded from the applicant list. Applicants will be informed of this in advance.
Do you want more information? Contact senior technician Helene H. Lødemel (helene.hodal.loedemel@hi.no, +47 480 28 882), senior technician David Cervantes (david.cervantes@hi.no, +47 459 73 895) or research group leader Jan Erik Stiansen (jan.erik.stiansen@hi.no, +47 952 93 712).
