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Graduate Research Assistant Position --         Application Deadline: 
                                                   February 25, 1994

Title:      Sea Grant Computer Projects Graduate Research Assistant

Employer:   OSU Extension Sea Grant (affiliated with OSU Extension 
                                       Computer Unit)
        
Office Location:    OSU Extension Computer Unit 
                    Oregon State University
                    Ballard Extension Hall 108
                    Corvallis, OR 97331

Appointment Term:    
             .25 FTE GRA - Training period - April 1-June 10, 1994
            1.00 FTE Student Appointment - June 15-September 15, 1994
             .50 FTE GRA - September 15, 1994-June 15, 1995 


General description:  To develop networked computering projects that 
enhance information sharing and exchange capabilities for Extension 
Sea Grant staff and cooperators.  Continue developing new Almanac 
projects and maintaining related existing projects.  Almanac is an 
internetwork information server where requests and information are 
submitted and processed through electronic mail.  Investigate and 
develop applications for remote search capabilities with gopher.  
Provide technical support, assistance and training for same.  Provide 
support in exploring and developing multi-media outreach projects 
with CD-ROM.
 
Specific duties:

40%  Maintain various Almanac projects and mailing groups and develop 
additional capabilities with guidance from ESG program leadership.  

25%  Work with ESG program associate, Peggy Harris, in coordination of 
Sea Grant Almanac projects.  Provide technical expertise as 
necessary. Assist Sea Grant in developing gopher capabilities and 
provide support in the development of a Sea Grant information server, 
in conjunction with existing OSU Extension Service hardware.

20%  Explore the process of digitization and transmission of audio, 
visual, and audio-visual materials over internet.  Explore and 
support the development of a Sea Grant multi-media project possibly 
using CD-Rom to deliver maps, charts, moving imagery/graphics.

10%  Provide documentation/instructions and necessary training in 
operations of Almanac to Sea Grant staff as necessary.  Answer 
questions of staff and assist in solving problems both on site and 
long-distance.  Have understanding of needs and interests of Sea 
Grant program and continually search internet for information to 
bring to the attention of staff.

 5%  Provide continuing support and training to OPACNET, an existing 
network of approximately 33 coastal volunteers and agency staff 
working together to suggest modifications to Oregon's ocean policy.  
Most individuals involved in this Governor's Council communicate via 
modem from remote locations using the Extension server privileges.    
 

Accountability:

The Sea Grant Computer Project GRA will be affiliated with the OSU 
Extension Service Computer Unit, reporting to Peggy Harris of 
Extension Sea Grant and to Steve Dodd of the Extension Computer Unit. 

Required Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree with minimum of two years academic study in 
computer science or two years work experience in document management, 
management information systems, and UNIX.

Must have the ability to communicate effectively and assist people 
who are not computer literate.


Desired Qualifications:

Familiarity with Standard Generalized Markup Language (SGML) and 
American National Standard Z39.59-1988, "Electronic Manuscript 
Preparation and Markup."

Working knowledge of methods for document, database and multimedia 
publishing that will produce multiple document and image output-
formats, including ASCII, Word Perfect 5.1, PostScript, Multimedia 
Internet Mail Extensions (MIME), and Group III FAX.

Familiarity with Internet electronic-mail-enabled Almanac document-
server, Internet Gopher interactive protocol, Internet-accessible 
PENpages, public switched telephone network FAX-server.

Familiarity with some MS-DOS, Unix operating systems, particularly 
native text-producing software.

Demonstrated ability to adequately provide technical support over the 
phone-- proficiently assess user problems and effectively 
communicating solution thus leading user to resolve problem. 

Must have valid Oregon drivers license and be willing to travel to 
remote computing sites throughout Oregon as necessary with some 
overnight business trips. 

Demonstrated ability to research options, evaluate, and give 
recommendations on potential project opportunities.

Additional Skills Desired:

Marine Science or Natural Science background helpful.

Application Procedures:

Submit completed Graduate School application, current resume, 
application letter highlighting interest and qualifications and 
names, addresses and phone numbers of three references who may be 
contacted.

Application materials must be submitted by February 25, 1994 to:

    Peggy Harris
    Extension Sea Grant 
    Oregon State University 
    Ballard Extension Hall 108
    Corvallis, OR 97331-3601
    
    Phone: 737-6200
    FAX: 737-3039
    E-mail:  harrisp@oes.orst.edu

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- Stephen M. Dodd, System Analyst, Oregon Extension Service
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sdodd@oes.orst.edu          Internet          Oregon State University
Voice 503-737-3550   FAX 503-737-4423             Corvallis, OR 97331