Ocean Mooring Tech Assistant - Hands-On Platform Assembly

Oregon State University; Corvallis (OR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Oregon State University is seeking three part-time Ocean Mooring Student Technical Assistants for the CEOAS. You will join a team of oceanographers and technicians to assemble and test moorings and instruments used in the Ocean Observatories Initiative.

Positions require an undergraduate STEM student, with a focus on oceanography or related sciences. Expect hands-on work at the Ocean Observing Center in south Corvallis, with 10–20 hours per week and a start date of 2026-11-01.

Qualifications

• Must be academically enrolled in a university and pursuing a program in oceanography or a related field
• Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible
• Undergraduate international students may have reduced course loads with USCIS approval

Responsibilities

• 45% Technical implementation of mooring assembly, instruments, and interfaces
• 45% Technical implementation of mooring disassembly and refurbishment
• 10% Assist in mobilizing for oceanographic field operations

Education

Undergraduate STEM student

Job description

Oregon State University is seeking three part-time Ocean Mooring Student Technical Assistants for the CEOAS. You will join a team of oceanographers and technicians to assemble and test moorings and instruments used in the Ocean Observatories Initiative.

Positions require an undergraduate STEM student, with a focus on oceanography or related sciences. Expect hands-on work at the Ocean Observing Center in south Corvallis, with 10–20 hours per week and a start date of 2026-11-01.