Call for Nominations
UNOLS
Research Vessel Technical Enhancement Committee (RVTEC) Chair Elect
Deadline: October 11, 2024
The UNOLS Research Vessel Technical Enhancement Committee (RVTEC) is seeking applications and nominations to fill the Chair Elect position starting in December 2024.
The purpose of the RVTEC is to promote the scientific productivity of research programs that make use of research vessels and oceanographic facilities and to foster activities that enhance technical support for sea-going scientific programs.
Specific tasks for the RVTEC include but are not limited to:
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Promote the exchange of technical information.
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Enhance the technical skills of available technical support personnel in the UNOLS community.
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Review new instrumentation development and application of new technologies.
The volunteer Chair Elect position will serve one three-year term and then serve one three-year term as Chair for a total of six years maximum.
The RVTEC Chair serves as a member of UNOLS Council representing the RVTEC community and helps highlight issues that the RVTEC community is facing. The RVTEC Chair is expected to attend and be an active participant in the RVTEC meeting and the Council Meetings (2 in person, 1 virtual) - travel paid by UNOLS, Represent the RVTEC Community to the Council and the UNOLS community and participate in other technical initiatives as required. In the event the Chair cannot participate in a UNOLS Council meeting, the Chair Elect shall stand in and fully participate including participation in any votes that are required.
More information can be found on the RVTEC Website. For additional information about RVTEC and committee responsibilities contact the RVTEC Chair, Dr. Julia (Jules) Hummon or Tara M. Clemente.
Applicants, or nominees should submit:
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An outline of their sea-going technical experience.
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A brief statement of interest to serve as RVTEC Chair-Elect/Chair. The statement of interest should include why the nominee is interested in becoming the RVTEC Chair Elect, highlight the nominee’s seagoing and technical experience as well as how the nominee's efforts, or service have supported RVTEC along with any initiatives and interests they plan to bring to the RVTEC community. Applicants who have not yet had the opportunity for such experience should note how their contributions will further the RVTEC Community.
Nominations are invited from individuals affiliated with a UNOLS institution. Self-nominations are encouraged. Please submit these materials to tara@unols.org by October 11, 2024.