Research vessels

Oceanographic, hydrographic, polar science, fisheries research vessels — public and academic operators.

Work environment

Long campaigns at sea, scientist + crew interface, often DP class 2, polar exposure. Lower pay than commercial but high job security.

Common ranks onboard

• master
• chief officer
• second officer
• chief engineer
• second engineer
• eto
• dpo

Typical certificates

• BST
• PSCRB
• AFF
• MFA
• Polar Code Basic (polar campaigns)

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Safety risks

• Polar ice operations
• Over-the-side scientific gear operations
• Helicopter operations (where fitted)

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