How much does an Oceanographer make in Florida? The average Oceanographer salary in Florida is $73,002 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $68,632 and $85,303. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

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Oceanographer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Oceanographer Salary $64,654 FL March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Oceanographer Salary $68,632 FL March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Oceanographer Salary $73,002 FL March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Oceanographer Salary $85,303 FL March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Oceanographer Salary $96,502 FL March 26, 2024
25% $68,632 10% $64,654 90% $96,502 75% $85,303 $73,002 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is an Oceanographer ?

Oceanography (compound of the Greek words ὠκεανός meaning "ocean" and γράφω meaning "write"), also known as oceanology, is the study of the physical and biological aspects of the ocean. It is an important Earth science, which covers a wide range of topics, including ecosystem dynamics; ocean currents, waves, and geophysical fluid dynamics; plate tectonics and the geology of the sea floor; and fluxes of various chemical substances and physical properties within the ocean and across its boundaries. These diverse topics reflect multiple disciplines that oceanographers blend to further knowledge o...

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Location Coconut Creek, FL Avg. Salary $74,232 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alachua, FL Avg. Salary $69,468 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alford, FL Avg. Salary $65,472 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Altamonte Springs, FL Avg. Salary $72,926 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Altha, FL Avg. Salary $67,162 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Altoona, FL Avg. Salary $70,774 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alturas, FL Avg. Salary $72,388 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alva, FL Avg. Salary $71,696 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Anna Maria, FL Avg. Salary $72,772 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Anthony, FL Avg. Salary $69,083 Date Updated March 26, 2024
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Ocean Career: Oceanographer at NOAA National Marine Fisheries Service This position is located in the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), Office of Science and Technology (OST), Marine Ecosystems Division in Silver Spring, MD. Duties As an Oceanographer, you will perform the following duties: Connect oceanographic and biological information to support sustainable fisheries, protected species, and other NMFS goals, ensuring the interaction with aerospace engineers and systems engineers to optimize observing capabilities for ocean viewing sensors, altimeters, telemetry of earth-bound sensors, and other technologies to bring satellite capabilities to a maximum effective level to support NMFS missions. Participate in the development of future architectures in the space segment for satellite systems, collaborating with national laboratories, satellite requirements working groups, and research evaluation and product development pa
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Riverside Technology, inc. - Stennis Space Center , MS
Riverside Technology, Inc. (Riverside), a leading engineering and consulting firm providing scientific analysis, scientific applications development, systems engineering and GIS services, is seeking a Software Developer to support the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA's) National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI). This position works with a team supporting NCEI's Coasts, Oceans, and Geophysics (COGS) Division, specifically with Geospatial Data and Information Mapping services, Scientific Data and Information Management Systems, Scientific Software and Application Development, as well as support services for the Office of Ocean Exploration and Research (OER). The incumbent is expected to have information management, processing and stewardship, as well as scientific software, web application, and GIS development experience to facilitate the work. This position will require 2 possibly 3 days on site at the Stennis Space Center with remote work the rest of
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Teledyne - Newark , CA
Be visionary Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.? We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins. Job Description Teledyne ETM, located in Newark, California, is seeking an Electronics Technician . We have several openings requiring a variety of skills, including: testing high power amplifiers and other high voltage/high power devices; troubleshooting technical problems in coordination with our engineering staff; managing your workload to meet a testing schedule for a product line; troubleshooting and repairing electronic systems and/or sub-as
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Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution - Woods Hole , MA
Job Summary: Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution is currently searching for a temporary relief Marine Electrician to join the Ship Operations Department. This is a temporary, casual, non-exempt position, and is eligible for casual benefits. This Position begins May 23, 2024. Reporting to Chief Engineer/First Assistant, assists with the proper operation, maintenance, and repair of electrical equipment and systems on the R/V Neil Armstrong and R/V Atlantis; and assists scientific personnel in using shipboard power. Essential Functions: Able to work with minimum supervision. Maintains and repairs electrical power generating and distribution systems; voltage regulators, engine governors, and equipment; machinery monitoring and remote control systems; power, control, and display systems of deck and science-related equipment, and DC propulsion generators, motors, and control circuits. Assists with repairs in port. Performs routine checks of electrical equipment including Daily Check of ligh
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Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution - Woods Hole , MA
Job Summary: The Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution is seeking a Senior Administrate Assistant II - Major Gifts. Reporting to the Director of Advancement Operations and Stewardship, this position provides support for major gift officers, contributing significantly by anticipating, prioritizing and initiating projects in support of their fundraising objectives. The successful candidate will develop an understanding of fundraising processes and best practices to update and maintain donor records in the Raisers Edge database and develop and run analytical reports and mailing lists. Assist fundraisers with the development of solicitation strategies and collaborate with fellow Advancement Operations colleagues to develop and employ effective and efficient processes in support of the Development team. Ability to communicate effectively with donors and individuals outside of the WHOI community required. This is a full-time, non-exempt position and is eligible for benefits. This is a hybrid
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Rutgers University - New Brunswick , NJ
Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply for this Job link/button.If you would like tobookmark this position for later review, click on the Bookmark link. If you would like to print a copy of this position for your records, click on the Print Preview link.The Department of Marine & Coastal Sciences is seeking a Shipboard Laboratory Technician to travel aboard the R/V Kilo Moana, owned by the U.S Navy and operated by the University of Hawaii Marine Center .R/V Kilo Moana acts as a multi-purpose oceanographic research vessel with extensive equipment for geophysical, physical oceanographic, meteorological, and radioisotope research.The Shipboard Laboratory Technician will participate on a 2-week oceanographic research cruise in the California Current leaving and returning from San Francisco, CA.Duties included assisting scienc
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