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Oceanographic Data Specialist

Location: Remote
Compensation: Hourly
Reviewed: Wed, Sep 16, 2026
This job expires in: 30 days

Job Summary

Supporting the NOAA Center for Operational Oceanographic Products and Services, the full-time Oceanographic Data Specialist will review and verify oceanographic data, assist in troubleshooting data issues, and maintain technical documentation while working remotely in the United States.

Key Responsibilities
  • Review, enter, and verify metadata and data for water level stations and oceanographic sensors
  • Evaluate submitted documentation and data, providing written feedback as necessary
  • Assist in troubleshooting and analyzing oceanographic and meteorological data issues
Required Qualifications
  • Master's degree in oceanography, meteorology, hydrology, or related field, or a bachelor's degree with 2 years of experience
  • Knowledge of physical oceanographic principles, particularly related to tides and tidal currents
  • Experience with MATLAB, spreadsheets, databases, and Structured Query Language (SQL)
  • Familiarity with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and the ESRI suite of GIS products
  • Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team

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