Job Title GCR Electronics Instrumentation Specialist Agency Texas A&M University Department International Ocean Discovery Program Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location College Station, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description Our Commitment Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service. Who We Are The International Ocean Discovery Program (https://iodp.tamu.edu/index.html) (IODP) facilitates global research collaboration studying Earth’s history as recorded in ocean floor sediments and rocks beneath the ocean floor. With numerous seagoing expeditions aboard the scientific drillship JOIDES Resolution (JR), and on behalf of the National Science Foundation (NSF), researchers have gathered core samples from around the world. Following the demobilization of the JR this past summer, Texas A&M University was tasked by the NSF with setting up an instrumented Gulf Coast Repository (GCR), utilizing instrumentation removed from the JR. The GCR laboratories are expected to be operational by Spring 2025, offering curatorial services and advanced capabilities to describe and analyze both legacy and future core samples. What We Want We are seeking a GCR Electronics Instrumentation Specialist to support Gulf Coast Repository Analytical Services. This role involves maintaining and repairing scientific and laboratory equipment, and participating in projects to develop and enhance analytical instruments. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and 8 years of related experience in electronics or electromechanical maintenance, excellent communication and teamwork skills, and the ability to organize tasks and prioritize work. Preferred qualifications include experience with electronic equipment, scientific instrumentation, and ocean drilling. Responsibilities include troubleshooting equipment malfunctions, installing new equipment, managing inventory, collaborating on development projects, and maintaining documentation while adhering to safety protocols. The position may require sailing on expeditions for up to 2 months and passing seagoing physical exams. If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply. What You Need To Know Salary: Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire’s experience. Special Note: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended. Qualifications Required Education and Experience: + Bachelor's degree or any equivalent combination of training and experience + 8 years’ related experience in electronics or electromechanical maintenance of scientific and computer equipment. Required Licenses and Certifications: + Obtain and hold a passport and appropriate travel visas on a continuing basis. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: + Excellent communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills. + Ability to work independently and on a team. + Must be detail oriented and able to organize tasks, multi-task and prioritize work. + Must be able to work cooperatively and communicate effectively, displaying a service-oriented attitude in all interactions. + Ensures strong team approach to service deliverables through routine team building, training, and interactions. Preferred Qualifications: + Experience working with electronic equipment and systems. + Experience in working on projects related to scientific instrumentation development and enhancement. + Experience with scientific ocean drilling. Responsibilities + GCR ANALYTICAL SERVICES - Responsible for electronic/electromechanical maintenance and repair of scientific and laboratory equipment located in the Gulf Coast Repository analytical service center. Duties includes troubleshooting and fixing equipment malfunctions, equipment maintenance, and installation of new scientific and laboratory equipment. Identify or fabricate parts for electronic systems. Responsible for inventory control and management of spare electronic components. + PROJECT COLLABORATION AND DOCUMENTATION - Collaborates on projects related to scientific instrument development and enhancement, assisting in the design and implementation of new electronic systems. Maintains documentation related to the installation, maintenance, and modification of scientific instrument electronic systems. Adheres to safe laboratory and shop work protocols. Why Texas A&M University? We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.  Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.  Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.  + Health (https://www.tamus.edu/business/benefits-administration/medical/) , dental (https://www.tamus.edu/business/benefits-administration/dental/) , vision (https://www.tamus.edu/business/benefits-administration/vision-insurance/) , life and long-term disability insurance (https://www.tamus.edu/business/benefits-administration/life-add/) with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums + 12-15 days (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/index.html) of annual paid holidays + Up to eight hours of paid sick leave (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/sick.html)  and at least  eight hours of paid vacation each (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/vacation.html) month + Automatically enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas + Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time (https://flourish.tamu.edu/wellness-release-time/) + Professional Development: All employees have access to free  LinkedIn Learning (https://linkedinlearning.tamu.edu/)  training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more + Employee Tuition Assistance (https://livingwell.tamu.edu/employee-tuition-assistance/) and Educational Release time (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/educational.html) for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application. All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.