Vladek is a Marine Science Technician aboard the R/V Atlantic Explorer at the Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences (BIOS), Arizona State University. He supports scientific operations at sea, including the deployment and recovery of oceanographic instruments, maintenance of scientific and vessel data systems, hydroacoustic instrumentation, and shipboard IT and communications systems. His background includes electronics, marine instrumentation and information technology, with experience in the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and integration of scientific and technical systems. Vladek works closely with scientists and the ship's crew to support research cruises and ensure the reliable collection of high-quality scientific data.