Contract Type
Full Time
Duration
Fixed Term Appointment - 20 month contract
Salary
£30,201 per annum
Benefits
We offer
generous benefits Team
Antarctic Employment Pool
Location
BAS Cambridge and Antarctica
Closing Date
Friday, February 28, 2025
Job Profile
Description
Interview/assessment/start date
– Interviews and assessments in April, start date in July British Antarctic Survey (BAS) is looking for an early career Ocean Scientist to join our team based in Antarctica. 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 the UK. 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 a 24-hour/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 BAS at an exciting time with the role spanning over two science teams. The first being the polar oceans team which explores the physics, chemistry, and biochemistry of the Southern Ocean and high Arctic waters. The second team is Biodiversity, Evolution, and Adaptations which looks at ecology and physiology of biodiversity in the shallows. You’ll help us to deliver the ongoing biological and oceanography times series which will include taking a leading role in maintenance of aquaria and chemistry lab maintenance; CTD profiling; sea water profiling; diving to measure iceberg scouring and make biological collections. Within the role, there will be an opportunity to develop role-specific skills alongside standard training provided for those living and working in the extreme polar environment. There are also opportunities to progress into other areas such as lab manager, environment advice, diving officer, and station support/management roles. Current projects the team are working on include an environmental impact assessment of a proposed runway extension at Rothera alongside the BAM team. This will be supporting the possibilities of acquiring a new long-range aircraft link with the Falkland Islands and South America. You’ll be joining a world-leading interdisciplinary research organisation that is committed to recruiting talented people like you, progressing your career, and giving you the support you need to thrive at BAS. Some of your main responsibilities will include: Maintenance of aquaria Sea water sampling SCUBA diving to make observations and collections Ice observations Support of marine biology programmes For the role of Rothera Ocean Scientist we are looking for somebody who: holds a BSc 2:1 or equivalent; is an experienced SCUBA diver (CMAS 3* equivalent, minimum 80 logged dives including 40 cold water dives
Ideally, you will have HSE or equivalent qualifications and full face mask experience. You will possess a good knowledge of small boat handling and a flexible approach to problem-solving. Proficient in written and spoken English language, you will have the ability to get on in a small, tightly knit team for extended periods. You will live and work within a small team at Rothera which integrates with a larger team in Cambridge. In addition, you will need to be physically fit enough to cope with the working environment in Antarctica and pass a BAS medical. Please download the 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 that 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 the 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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Full Time
Duration
Fixed Term Appointment - 20 month contract
Salary
£30,201 per annum
Benefits
We offer
generous benefits Team
Antarctic Employment Pool
Location
BAS Cambridge and Antarctica
Closing Date
Friday, February 28, 2025
Job Profile
Description
Interview/assessment/start date
– Interviews and assessments in April, start date in July British Antarctic Survey (BAS) is looking for an early career Ocean Scientist to join our team based in Antarctica. 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 the UK. 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 a 24-hour/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 BAS at an exciting time with the role spanning over two science teams. The first being the polar oceans team which explores the physics, chemistry, and biochemistry of the Southern Ocean and high Arctic waters. The second team is Biodiversity, Evolution, and Adaptations which looks at ecology and physiology of biodiversity in the shallows. You’ll help us to deliver the ongoing biological and oceanography times series which will include taking a leading role in maintenance of aquaria and chemistry lab maintenance; CTD profiling; sea water profiling; diving to measure iceberg scouring and make biological collections. Within the role, there will be an opportunity to develop role-specific skills alongside standard training provided for those living and working in the extreme polar environment. There are also opportunities to progress into other areas such as lab manager, environment advice, diving officer, and station support/management roles. Current projects the team are working on include an environmental impact assessment of a proposed runway extension at Rothera alongside the BAM team. This will be supporting the possibilities of acquiring a new long-range aircraft link with the Falkland Islands and South America. You’ll be joining a world-leading interdisciplinary research organisation that is committed to recruiting talented people like you, progressing your career, and giving you the support you need to thrive at BAS. Some of your main responsibilities will include: Maintenance of aquaria Sea water sampling SCUBA diving to make observations and collections Ice observations Support of marine biology programmes For the role of Rothera Ocean Scientist we are looking for somebody who: holds a BSc 2:1 or equivalent; is an experienced SCUBA diver (CMAS 3* equivalent, minimum 80 logged dives including 40 cold water dives
Ideally, you will have HSE or equivalent qualifications and full face mask experience. You will possess a good knowledge of small boat handling and a flexible approach to problem-solving. Proficient in written and spoken English language, you will have the ability to get on in a small, tightly knit team for extended periods. You will live and work within a small team at Rothera which integrates with a larger team in Cambridge. In addition, you will need to be physically fit enough to cope with the working environment in Antarctica and pass a BAS medical. Please download the 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 that 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 the 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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