Interview/assessment/start date - Interviews in April, start date at beginning of August
British Antarctic Survey (BAS) is looking for exceptional individuals to join our Met Observing team. BAS delivers and enables world-leading interdisciplinary research in the Polar Regions. We employ experts from many different professions to carry out our Science as well as keep the lights on, feed the research and support teams and keep everyone safe!
Working at BAS is rewarding.
Our skilled science, operational and support staff based in Cambridge, Antarctica and the Arctic, work together to deliver research that uses the Polar Regions to advance our understanding of Earth as a sustainable planet. Through our extensive logistic capability and know how BAS facilitates access for the British and international science community to the UK polar research operation. Numerous national and international collaborations, combined with an excellent infrastructure help sustain a world leading position for the UK in Antarctic affairs. British Antarctic Survey is a component of the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC), which is part of UK Research and Innovation www.ukri.org
What we offer:
As a valued employee, you'll be eligible for benefits including an end of contract payment upon completion of a successful assignment in Antarctica, annual leave, a defined benefit pension scheme with NEST (National Employment Savings Trust) and access to 24 hours/365 days per year employee assistance programme. In addition, you will be provided with pre-deployment training and accommodation costs. All food, accommodation and polar clothing during Antarctic deployment will also be provided.
You'll be joining our Met observing team and will help us to deliver our routine meteorological observations and ensure that the meteorological and atmospheric aerosol/chemistry equipment is maintained in good working order.
Some of your main responsibilities will include:
To carry out the meteorological observations and duties described in the Met Station Instructions (MSI) as agreed by the head of Meteorology and Ozone Monitoring (MOM). To maintain a suite of atmospheric science instruments. To organise and carry out the work in a safe and professional way. To keep all work areas in a tidy condition. To report major problems to the head of MOM when they arise. To maintain or repair faulty instrumentation when possible/appropriate. To request replacement stores in a timely fashion. To compile monthly and annual reports of the work undertaken. To work with other staff to ensure that the operational and safety standards of the base are maintained. To undertake general duties as required by the station leader. To carry out regular weather observations to support flying operations and aircraft safety. To plan, carry out and write up servicing and maintenance of Automatic Weather Station sites located off station. For the role of Meteorological Observer and Technician, we are looking for somebody who has: A degree or HND in physics, chemistry, geophysics, meteorology, electronic engineering, or a related subject. Ability to solve technical/scientific problems. Practical experience of atmospheric science equipment. Please download job description for more details.
If we've just described you, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now at bas.ac.uk/vacancies.
What experiences can we offer you?
At BAS we believe everyone plays a vital role, is unique and valued, therefore, we embrace diversity as well as equality of opportunity and are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming working environment where everyone's unique perspectives are valued.
Different perspectives and collaborative working help us achieve our best work and come together to form a high performing team which makes positive changes in the business. That's the power of every individual. Our cultural values are built on mutual respect, inclusion, commitment and excellence.
If you are looking for an opportunity to work with world class and amazing people in one of the most unique places in the world, then British Antarctic Survey could be for you.
If you require the job information in an alternative format (i.e. email, audio or video), or would like any further information or support, please do not hesitate to get in touch at jobs@bas.ac.uk or alternatively you can call us on 01223 221508.
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British Antarctic Survey (BAS) is looking for exceptional individuals to join our Met Observing team. BAS delivers and enables world-leading interdisciplinary research in the Polar Regions. We employ experts from many different professions to carry out our Science as well as keep the lights on, feed the research and support teams and keep everyone safe!
Working at BAS is rewarding.
Our skilled science, operational and support staff based in Cambridge, Antarctica and the Arctic, work together to deliver research that uses the Polar Regions to advance our understanding of Earth as a sustainable planet. Through our extensive logistic capability and know how BAS facilitates access for the British and international science community to the UK polar research operation. Numerous national and international collaborations, combined with an excellent infrastructure help sustain a world leading position for the UK in Antarctic affairs. British Antarctic Survey is a component of the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC), which is part of UK Research and Innovation www.ukri.org
What we offer:
As a valued employee, you'll be eligible for benefits including an end of contract payment upon completion of a successful assignment in Antarctica, annual leave, a defined benefit pension scheme with NEST (National Employment Savings Trust) and access to 24 hours/365 days per year employee assistance programme. In addition, you will be provided with pre-deployment training and accommodation costs. All food, accommodation and polar clothing during Antarctic deployment will also be provided.
You'll be joining our Met observing team and will help us to deliver our routine meteorological observations and ensure that the meteorological and atmospheric aerosol/chemistry equipment is maintained in good working order.
Some of your main responsibilities will include:
To carry out the meteorological observations and duties described in the Met Station Instructions (MSI) as agreed by the head of Meteorology and Ozone Monitoring (MOM). To maintain a suite of atmospheric science instruments. To organise and carry out the work in a safe and professional way. To keep all work areas in a tidy condition. To report major problems to the head of MOM when they arise. To maintain or repair faulty instrumentation when possible/appropriate. To request replacement stores in a timely fashion. To compile monthly and annual reports of the work undertaken. To work with other staff to ensure that the operational and safety standards of the base are maintained. To undertake general duties as required by the station leader. To carry out regular weather observations to support flying operations and aircraft safety. To plan, carry out and write up servicing and maintenance of Automatic Weather Station sites located off station. For the role of Meteorological Observer and Technician, we are looking for somebody who has: A degree or HND in physics, chemistry, geophysics, meteorology, electronic engineering, or a related subject. Ability to solve technical/scientific problems. Practical experience of atmospheric science equipment. Please download job description for more details.
If we've just described you, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now at bas.ac.uk/vacancies.
What experiences can we offer you?
At BAS we believe everyone plays a vital role, is unique and valued, therefore, we embrace diversity as well as equality of opportunity and are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming working environment where everyone's unique perspectives are valued.
Different perspectives and collaborative working help us achieve our best work and come together to form a high performing team which makes positive changes in the business. That's the power of every individual. Our cultural values are built on mutual respect, inclusion, commitment and excellence.
If you are looking for an opportunity to work with world class and amazing people in one of the most unique places in the world, then British Antarctic Survey could be for you.
If you require the job information in an alternative format (i.e. email, audio or video), or would like any further information or support, please do not hesitate to get in touch at jobs@bas.ac.uk or alternatively you can call us on 01223 221508.
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