The Data Systems Committee (DSC) of the Ocean Observatories Initiative Facility Board (OOIFB) was established to help ensure timely and reliable access to high-quality U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) Ocean Observatories Initiative (OOI) data. The Committee evaluates and recommends improvements to the data services, policies, and practices of the NSF OOI Facility that will lead to more efficient and effective scientific use of NSF OOI data.
The DSC is now soliciting applications to fill one open position. This 3-year appointment will begin in October 2025. The selected individual will be eligible to serve a second 3-year term, if fitting.
Scientists with interests and/or experience using scientific observing systems such as the NSF OOI, as well as those with experience in successfully delivering data from large-scale multi-sensor observing systems to scientific users are encouraged to apply. Familiarity/expertise with biogeochemistry datasets is preferred but not required. All applications will be considered. Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest and accompanying CV to Holly Morin, at the OOIFB Administrative Support Office (holly@ooifb.org), no later than September 16, 2025. The statement of interest should highlight the applicant’s experience with NSF OOI data services and/or with other similar data services. Applicants might also include a vision for how these experiences might evolve in the future. For more information about the DSC and its activities, please contact Jim Potemra, DSC Chair (jimp@hawaii.edu).
