Oceans Program Manager (Chief Scientist)

Overview You understand the science behind sea surface carbon flux measurements and you've sat in rooms with international delegates hashing out observing system standards. You apply expert and highly specialized knowledge to gather facts, research and analyze data, and develop conclusions and strategies—and you lead project teams to get things done. We're looking for two professionals like you to support NOAA's GOMO and OAP programs by leading complex technical work streams including international partnerships, global ocean observing system management, stakeholder network coordination, and data strategy. Your work will directly advance the programs' mission of understanding and communicating the state of our global ocean Work Schedule and Location: Remote : This full-timeremote position will work Monday through Friday, 8 AM EST to 5 PM EST with Travel up to 25% Responsibilities Apply expert and highly specialized knowledge to gather facts, research and analyze data, and develop conclusions, recommendations, and strategies across GOMO and OAP program areas Lead project teams to accomplish discrete goals and tasks; provide limited supervision and technical guidance to junior staff Lead coordination of bilateral international partnerships, including the NOAA-Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) collaboration, managing action-tracking frameworks and annual assembly logistics Represent NOAA program interests in interagency and international committees on ocean monitoring and acidification science (e.g., OMICS, Arctic All-Hands, data management panels) Manage operational coordination across regional and national Coastal Acidification Networks (CANs), including running quarterly all-CANs assemblies and drafting strategic blueprints for a Caribbean CAN Lead efforts to enhance data interoperability and machine-readability, establishing metadata standards and data management policies for government approval Direct coordination of autonomous observing fleets and uncrewed system assets to optimize geospatial coverage of ocean monitoring networks Facilitate technical expert working groups to modernize and unify standard operating measurement methodologies and quality-control protocols Execute near-real-time data ingestion workflow activities and virtualization pipelines to minimize latency between data collection and public discoverability Develop scientific visualizations, portfolio metrics evaluation models, and technical briefings for agency-wide and international data calls Qualifications Required: BA/BS in a technical or business discipline (Oceanography, Marine Science, Environmental Science, or closely related field preferred); advanced degrees or certifications may qualify for shorter periods of required experience Ability to obtain and maintain a Low-risk federal security clearance 8+ years of professional and/or academic experience Desired: Deep familiarity with global ocean observing systems and acidification monitoring networks Demonstrated experience with federal data management standards, metadata frameworks, and open-data protocols Experience supporting international scientific bodies or bilateral government partnerships Strong technical writing ability; experience producing government-ready briefings, reports, and strategic documents Proficiency with project tracking databases and grant management systems Work Setting and Environment: Primary location: NOAA Silver Spring Metro Center (SSMC), 1315 East-West Highway, Silver Spring, MD 20910. This position is eligible for remote work with travel as needed to the above location. All work activities are eligible for telework or remote performance Travel required, including at-sea deployments on NOAA vessels and national/international coordination meetings; all travel pre-approved by COR FWI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. Why Join Our Team At FWI, we place the highest importance on creating an exceptional employee experience. You'll have opportunities to achieve your career aspirations through internal promotions, professional development, and other recognition and rewards programs. Join our team and take advantage of the many benefits we offer, including: Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance Life Insurance 401(k) Plan Holiday Pay Paid Time Off Pay Range 106000-112000 a year