Academic Wage-Hourly: 2025 R/V Taani Relief Master Pool

Please see Special Instructions for more details. In order to maintain an active status within the pool, applicants will need to reapply annually. Should you no longer wish to remain an applicant for this posting please login and withdraw your application from this posting. Use caution as you will not be able to reapply until the next year.

Applicants are contacted only when a need to fill the R/V Taani Relief Master position, on a temporary basis, arises. When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

• A resume/CV;
• A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.

Upload License or Certifications:

• A U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner's Credential with an endorsement of Master, Oceans, 1600 Tons or equivalent or higher.
• Valid Advanced Radar Plotting Aid (ARPA) Certificate.

You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.

For additional information please contact: Mathurin Fogg at Mathurin.Fogg@oregonstate.edu

OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire. Starting salary within the salary range will be commensurate with skills, education, and experience. OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has critical or security-sensitive responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate.

Position Information

• Department: Ship Operations (OAS)
• Position Title: Academic Wage Appt - Hourly
• Job Location: Newport

Job Summary

Oregon State University's Ship Operations unit within the College of Earth, Oceanic, and Atmospheric Sciences invites applications for future full-time (1.00 FTE), 12-month, hourly academic wage (as needed) Relief Master positions. Appointments are anticipated to last up to one year from appointment date. The relief Master is responsible for the safety, security and effectiveness of the ship, crew, and embarked scientists on the Research Vessel (R/V) Taani. The mission of the R/V Taani is to support oceanographic and related research upon the ocean and inland waters.

Key Responsibilities

• 40% – Stands watch at sea, navigating by using electronic equipment and other means; maneuvers the vessel as necessary to conduct oceanographic work; uses navigation charts and equipment; conducts shipboard and ship-to-shore communications; and directs the seaman on watch and carries out the ship's routine. Operates a variety of equipment including radios, radars, electronic navigation equipment, fathometers, ship control equipment, and research equipment, as necessary.
• 25% – Confers with the chief scientist, department heads, and marine technicians concerning the planned or ongoing scientific work to assure that the work is accomplished to the best of the ship and crew's ability.
• 25% – Assures the safe condition and operation of the vessel requiring a practical knowledge of ship stability, regulatory requirements, navigation and ship handling, oceanographic operations, deck machinery, and fire-fighting.
• 10% – Conducts ship's business including working with customs, immigration, agricultural, health, sanitation, port, and ship's agents.

What You Will Need

• A U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner's Credential with an endorsement of Master, Oceans, 1600 Tons or equivalent or higher.
• Current Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) endorsements as appropriate for this position.
• At least five (5) years of underway deck officer experience.
• Two (2) years’ experience working with safety management systems as described in the International Safety Management (ISM) code.
• TWIC Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
• Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) Operator and maintainer.
• Valid Advanced Radar Plotting Aid (ARPA) Certificate.
• Ability to obtain a passport.
• Meet Coast Guard drug testing requirements.
• Ability to read, speak, and write English.

This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified.

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

The employee in this position is required to work on board OSU operated research vessels at sea on research cruises that may last from one day to three weeks or more before returning to port, in ocean and weather conditions which are highly variable. The ability to lift, carry, push, and pull objects weighing up to 40 pounds is required. Ship Operations is a seven day per week operation; therefore, weekend and holiday work may be required. Shift and/or work assignment may change based on operational needs.

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• License or Certification - 1
• License or Certification - 2
• License or Certification - 3
• License or Certification - 4

VETERANS ONLY: Must provide proof of Veteran Status.

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