How much does an Oceanographer make in New York? The average Oceanographer salary in New York is $81,916 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $77,013 and $95,719. 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 $72,549 NY March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Oceanographer Salary $77,013 NY March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Oceanographer Salary $81,916 NY March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Oceanographer Salary $95,719 NY March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Oceanographer Salary $108,285 NY March 26, 2024
25% $77,013 10% $72,549 90% $108,285 75% $95,719 $81,916 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 Brentwood, NY Avg. Salary $84,145 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Clay, NY Avg. Salary $76,384 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Henrietta, NY Avg. Salary $75,615 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Huntington, NY Avg. Salary $87,603 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Levittown, NY Avg. Salary $84,299 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Nassau, NY Avg. Salary $84,299 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location New Suffolk, NY Avg. Salary $83,146 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Accord, NY Avg. Salary $82,070 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Acra, NY Avg. Salary $78,074 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adams, NY Avg. Salary $75,999 Date Updated March 26, 2024
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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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Simpson Booth Limited - Houston , TX
USV - Business Development Rep Location: Houston, Texas Our client are a global leader in integrated subsea and offshore solutions and a leading manufacturer and supplier of deep-sea marine and commercial diving & life support equipment to the oil and gas industry. They are looking for a Business Development Representative with extensive knowledge in inland survey, hydrography, environmental monitoring, and maritime construction. To play a crucial role in driving business growth by identifying and cultivating strategic partnerships, developing new markets, and creating opportunities for our state-of-the-art USV solutions. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Market Development and Stakeholder Engagement: Establish and nurture relationships with key authorities and operators in Inland Waterways/Infrastructure, as well as Federal engineering and infrastructure agencies. Collaborate closely to understand their specific operational challenges and introduce tailored USV solutions. Foster
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CSS, Inc - Silver Spring , MD
CSS is seeking a highly qualified candidate(s) for an Oceanographer position(s) on an interdisciplinary research team of contract and federal employees. The integrated research team will support the NOAA National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science (NCCOS; http://coastalscience.noaa.gov/) Marine Spatial Ecology Division, which is a nationally recognized scientific research program that conducts spatial ecological analysis, statistical modeling, ecological forecasting, and predictive mapping to support marine ecosystem management, conservation, restoration and spatial planning. The candidate(s) will be employed by CSS to work on site at the NOAA National Ocean Service in Silver Spring, MD. We seek a qualified candidate(s) to facilitate the integration of regional ocean and earth system predictions and projections into ecological and oceanographic studies to map, characterize, assess, and model the spatial distributions and movements of estuarine and marine organisms across habitats throug
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N.C. Community College System - Wilmington , NC
**Job Location** Wilmington, NC **Benefits** None **Minimum Qualifications** **Minimum Education/Training:** * High school diploma or equivalent. * Possession of, or ability to obtain, a Transportation Worker Identification Card * Possession of, or ability to obtain, a U.S. Passport **Minimum Experience****:** * Work in a commercial kitchen preparing meals. * Comfortable being on the water in various sea states **Preferred Qualifications** **Preferred Education/Training, Experience, Skills****:** * Associate degree or training in Culinary Arts. * At least 100 days of sea time, preferably working or serving in the stewards department on an oceanographic research vessel or some other ocean going vessel. * Have or ability to obtain U.S. Merchant Mariners Document for entry level positions. * STCW certification. **Position Description** Position Description **DEFINITION** Work under the Captains supervision on CFCC ship training voyages preparing and serving meals. Maintain food and cleani
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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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