GIS/Research assistant
> Christopher G. Fox
Chief Scientist of Our Cruise
> Steve Hammond
Marine geophysicist
> Jon Kaye
Microbiologist
> Russell McDuff
Geochemist
> Lauren Mullineaux
Benthic ecologist
> Veronique Robigou
Geologist
> Cindy Lee Van Dover
Biologist and former Pilot
> Dana Yoerger
Head of Navigation
Benthic Ecologist
Biology Department, Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution
Photo courtesy of Lauren Mullineaux
What are your responsibilities as benthic ecologist on our cruise?
As a benthic ecologist on a cruise, I am in charge of coordinating operations such as deploying benthic camera systems, current meter moorings and plankton pumps. On submersible cruises, I prepare the science basket for the sub and participate in the dives. I also work with the ship's captain to make sure all the science operations are organized and safe.
How did you prepare for this job?
I prepared for the job by taking lots of science and math courses in high school and college, and then by preparing a PhD thesis in graduate school.
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