http://www.antarctica.ac.uk/employment/vacancies/index.php A list of vacancies at the British Antarctic Survey. http://www.antarctica.ac.uk/ http://www.antarctica.ac.uk/Images/baslogo.gif 300 70 en-uk Wed, 19 Jun 2013 23:11:02 GMT OJAS RSS http://www.antarctica.ac.uk/employment/vacancies/job.php?JobID=853 The British Antarctic Survey (BAS), part of the Natural Environment Research Council, aims to undertake a world class programme of scientific research, and to sustain for the UK an active and influential regional presence and a leadership role in Antarctic affairs. We wish to appoint a Polar View geospatial systems developer to join the BAS Mapping and Geographic Information Centre. The role will develop the Polar View web infrastructure to support geospatial information systems delivering sea ice information to ships operating in the Arctic and Antarctic. This work is the funded by NERC to support further development of the Polar View Antarctic services. The role will involve Developing and implementing the overall server architecture in collaboration with others in the Polar View Antarctic team. This will require excellent web server management skills and good technical geospatial skills, with an emphasis on the use of open source tools. The work will involve interaction with a range of geospatial datasets and geospatial file formats. The role may also involve contributing to development of novel approaches for delivery of geospatial information over reduced data connections. Jobs Sun, 23 Jun 2013 23:59:00 GMT http://www.antarctica.ac.uk/employment/vacancies/job.php?JobID=840 The British Antarctic Survey (BAS), part of the Natural Environment Research Council, aims to undertake a world class programme of scientific research, and to sustain for the UK an active and influential regional presence and a leadership role in Antarctic affairs. We are looking to appoint a PDRA Penguin Ecologist, to model seasonal distribution of macaroni penguins from South Georgia, Crozet and Kerguelen from tracking data and use this information to identify candidate marine protected areas. The successful applicant will spend the first year working at BAS in Cambridge, UK, and in the second year will relocate to CEBC CNRS in Chize France. Exchange visits to Chize during the first year and to Cambridge in the second year will be required to progress the science and build the partnership. The post holder will therefore require considerable flexibility in their working location but their reward will be the opportunity to learn and work within these two centres of excellence in seabird research. The post holder will be responsible for paying their own accommodation and relocation costs for each of the years, but the cost of travel and accommodation during the exchange visits will be met by the project. Jobs Sun, 23 Jun 2013 23:59:00 GMT http://www.antarctica.ac.uk/employment/vacancies/job.php?JobID=843 The British Antarctic Survey (BAS), part of the Natural Environment Research Council, aims to undertake a world class programme of scientific research, and to sustain for the UK an active and influential regional presence and a leadership role in Antarctic affairs. We are looking to appoint a Facilities Engineer to manage the base maintenance programmes at Antarctic stations, as developed by the BAS Head of Estates in liaison with other heads of technical sections and the Base Commanders. This role will also include completion of non routine repair and maintenance as necessary to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the base. Jobs Sun, 23 Jun 2013 23:59:00 GMT http://www.antarctica.ac.uk/employment/vacancies/job.php?JobID=845 The British Antarctic Survey (BAS) offers the opportunity for a suitably qualified person to overwinter in Antarctica at our Halley VI (76*S, 27*W) or Rothera (68*S, 68 *W) station. This is electronics with a difference. As part of a small, highly motivated team, you will be spending a whole year in the Antarctic, life here is like nowhere else, so you must be ready to take on all the challenges it offers. With the unparalleled beauty of the Antarctic, you will find this a profitable experience in more ways than one. The primary role of the successful candidate will be to maintain and operate a suite of scientific studying the atmosphere and geospace. The successful candidate will work in a small team that maintain, operate and make minor developments to hardware and software for scientific experiments. You will have proven ability in electronics and computing hardware coupled with self reliance and strong motivation. You must be adaptable and willing to take on various tasks as they arise including a considerable amount of outdoor maintenance and general base work as well as your share in routine duties such as meteorological observations. The appointment will be for approximately 18 months, commencing in July 2013. The successful candidates will assist in preparing the equipment needed for the next Antarctic season and will undertake appropriate specialist training in Cambridge prior to travelling to Antarctica in autumn 2013 and returning in spring 2015. This will be a challenging and demanding opportunity in an extreme and isolated environment. Applicants must therefore be physically capable and medically fit. Jobs Sun, 23 Jun 2013 23:59:00 GMT http://www.antarctica.ac.uk/employment/vacancies/job.php?JobID=849 The British Antarctic Survey (BAS), part of the Natural Environment Research Council, aims to undertake a world class programme of scientific research, and to sustain for the UK an active and influential regional presence and a leadership role in Antarctic affairs. We are looking to appoint an Electronic Technician to support instrument Engineering activities in Cambridge and Antarctica Jobs Sun, 23 Jun 2013 23:59:00 GMT http://www.antarctica.ac.uk/employment/vacancies/job.php?JobID=852 The British Antarctic Survey (BAS), part of the Natural Environment Research Council, aims to undertake a world class programme of scientific research, and to sustain for the UK an active and influential regional presence and a leadership role in Antarctic affairs. We now require Electrical Power Generation Technicians to take responsibility for all planned maintenance, reactive repair, support and upkeep of all static and mobile electrical power producing plant and equipment on Station. Including the planned maintenance, reactive repair, support and upkeep of all non mobile plant and equipment i.e. Nifty Lift, air compressors, chain saws etc Jobs Sun, 23 Jun 2013 23:59:00 GMT http://www.antarctica.ac.uk/employment/vacancies/job.php?JobID=821 The British Antarctic Survey (BAS), part of the Natural Environment Research Council, aims to undertake a world class programme of scientific research, and to sustain for the UK an active and influential regional presence and a leadership role in Antarctic We are looking to appoint a Photogrammetry Specialist to collect time series DEMs of a selection of glaciers on the Antarctic Peninsula from historic aerial photography, to quantify glacier changes over time. and compare the DEMs to detect major trends and liaise with scientists in the BAS Ice Sheets programme who will interpret the results to isolate the processes driving the observed changes. Jobs Sun, 30 Jun 2013 23:59:00 GMT http://www.antarctica.ac.uk/employment/vacancies/job.php?JobID=850 The British Antarctic Survey (BAS), part of the Natural Environment Research Council, aims to undertake a world class programme of scientific research, and to sustain for the UK an active and influential regional presence and a leadership role in Antarctic affairs. We are currently seeking a Web Systems Developer to work at our modern complex of offices on the outskirts of Cambridge. You will be based in the Information Services group and your primary role will be to design, develop and maintain web based systems and applications that support BAS' administrative and operational functions as well as to access scientific data. You will play a key role in gathering requirements, designing and implementing key business systems across the organisation using our existing platforms and identifying new technologies when needed. Our existing platforms are split between Microsoft Sharepoint 2010 and a LAMP (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP) stack. Your primary focus will be on developing internal systems enabling access to business and operational information. An example includes the BAS intranet (based on the Sharepoint 2010) which requires connectivity to business and scientific systems based on the LAMP platform. Ideally you will have experience with both working environments but demonstrable knowledge in one platform and limited experience with or exposure to the other will be beneficial. Essential to this role is practical web development experience with standard components of web design applicable to both platforms including 1) Demonstrable proficiency in designing, writing and editing web pages using HTML/XHTML, XML, CSS and JavaScript. 2) Examples of web based systems you've worked on; preferably using PHP, Sharepoint, or ASP.NET MVC. Other language examples would be considered. 3) For Sharepoint experience; adapting out of the box functions, creating workflows, creating InfoPath forms, connecting to external data sources etc. 4) Experience with designing, developing and implementing complex relational databases (please reference which software you've worked with). 5) Comfortable working in a Linux/Unix environment and shell scripting experience. 6) You will also need to be able to write accurate system documentation. This is a challenging position and is ideal for someone with excellent web development skills, who is able to elicit detailed system specifications from customers/staff and turn them into robust and intuitive end products. An interest in scientific data or the Polar regions would also be beneficial. You must have a flexible approach to work, be able to prioritise tasks, develop innovative ways of dealing with challenges, and have the ability to work as a team member and independently with minimal supervision. You will be working on many small projects and project and time management skills are a must. The information systems developed will need to be deployed and supported remotely at our Antarctic bases and on our ships. As part of this role, awareness and experience with remote sites and data synchronisation over extremely poor connections will be beneficial. Future projects may require short periods of deployment to the Antarctic. Candidates should therefore be physically capable and medically fit to work in Antarctic conditions. Jobs Wed, 03 Jul 2013 23:59:00 GMT http://www.antarctica.ac.uk/employment/vacancies/job.php?JobID=844 The British Antarctic Survey (BAS), part of the Natural Environment Research Council, aims to undertake a world class programme of scientific research, and to sustain for the UK an active and influential regional presence and a leadership role in Antarctic affairs. We are looking to appoint a Facilities Engineer to have responsibility for the day to day hard maintenance of the Cambridge site and the management office services. Ensuring that the site runs as planned to meet customers' needs and in line with current legislation. Jobs Sun, 07 Jul 2013 23:59:00 GMT http://www.antarctica.ac.uk/employment/vacancies/job.php?JobID=846 The British Antarctic Survey (BAS), part of the Natural Environment Research Council, aims to undertake a world class programme of scientific research, and to sustain for the UK an active and influential regional presence and a leadership role in Antarctic affairs. There is currently a vacancy for a Scientific assistant (fisheries biology) to work at the applied fisheries research laboratory at King Edward Point (KEP) (www.antarctica.ac.uk/Living/Stations/South_Georgia.html) on the sub Antarctic island of South Georgia. The successful candidate will assist with the laboratory and field based research programme undertaken by BAS on behalf of the Government of South Georgia and South Sandwich Islands (GSGSSI) (www.sgisland.org). He/she will be required to undertake biological sampling of the inshore waters of South Georgia using a variety of techniques such as plankton nets and recorders. Laboratory work will include the analysis of specimens from the inshore sampling programme and the commercial fishery. The work will be focussed on the commercially important Patagonian toothfish and mackerel icefish but will include research on a range of other associated species and bycatch. Feeding ecology, distribution, growth and reproductive ecology are the main research areas where you will be expected to provide data that help to underpin the sustainable management of fish resources at South Georgia. You will be required to participate in ship based surveys of the commercially important resource species of South Georgia and could be asked to spend time at sea on commercial fishing vessels acting as a scientific observer. The day to day management of the laboratory facilities is an important element of the post. You will help to prepare data and reports as required and produce scientific papers for publication in peer reviewed journals where appropriate. The applied fisheries research laboratory at King Edward Point, South Georgia opened in March 2001 following the departure of the military garrison from the island. The station boasts well equipped analytical and wet laboratories, a scientific library, modern computer facilities linked to the BAS headquarters in Cambridge and a controlled temperature facility for holding live specimens. A high quality, accommodation block provides comfortable living conditions for the personnel on station. Over winter the station has a BAS complement of eight two scientists and five support staff including a doctor and a two boatmen. The station personnel also provide logistical support for the GSGSSI Marine Officer and the South Georgia Museum located at the abandoned whaling station at Grytviken. The post is based at South Georgia and is a fixed term appointment of 27 months (with approximately 24 months continuously at South Georgia). You will work alongside the zoological field assistant at KEP and report to the science manager at BAS, Cambridge. You will also be responsible for the implementation of Health and Safety regulations on the station and in the field. Jobs Sun, 07 Jul 2013 23:59:00 GMT http://www.antarctica.ac.uk/employment/vacancies/job.php?JobID=835 Antarctica is the coldest and most isolated continent in the world. It's also the most exhilarating, providing a unique and spectacular setting for our vital scientific research. By joining the team responsible for building and maintaining our facilities and equipment, you could play a crucial role in our success. Responsible for the maintenance, repair, support and upkeep of all electrical services on the station, you will be expected to work on all aspects of the electrical trade, including installations, breakdowns and testing. Using your own initiative, you will be required to undertake duties without direct technical guidance on site. Y Jobs Sun, 21 Jul 2013 23:59:00 GMT http://www.antarctica.ac.uk/employment/vacancies/job.php?JobID=837 The British Antarctic Survey (BAS), part of the Natural Environment Research Council, aims to undertake a world class programme of scientific research, and to sustain for the UK an active and influential regional presence and a leadership role in Antarctic affairs. We now require Mechanical Services Technicians to take responsibility for all planned maintenance, reactive repair, support and upkeep of all mechanical and associated services on our Antarctic based stations. Jobs Sun, 21 Jul 2013 23:59:00 GMT http://www.antarctica.ac.uk/employment/vacancies/job.php?JobID=836 The British Antarctic Survey (BAS), part of the Natural Environment Research Council, aims to undertake a world class programme of scientific research, and to sustain for the UK an active and influential regional presence and a leadership role in Antarctic affairs. We now require Mechanical Services Technicians to take responsibility for all planned maintenance, reactive repair, support and upkeep of all mechanical and associated services on our Antarctic based stations. Jobs Sun, 21 Jul 2013 23:59:00 GMT http://www.antarctica.ac.uk/employment/vacancies/job.php?JobID=838 Antarctica is the coldest and most isolated continent in the world. It's also the most exhilarating, providing a unique and spectacular setting for our vital scientific research. By joining the team responsible for building and maintaining our facilities and equipment, you could play a crucial role in our success. Responsible for the maintenance, repair, support and upkeep of all electrical services on the station, you will be expected to work on all aspects of the electrical trade, including installations, breakdowns and testing. Using your own initiative, you will be required to undertake duties without direct technical guidance on site. Jobs Sun, 21 Jul 2013 23:59:00 GMT http://www.antarctica.ac.uk/employment/vacancies/job.php?JobID=839 The British Antarctic Survey (BAS), part of the Natural Environment Research Council, aims to undertake a world class programme of scientific research, and to sustain for the UK an active and influential regional presence and a leadership role in Antarctic affairs. We now require Mechanical Services Technicians to take responsibility for all planned maintenance, reactive repair, support and upkeep of all mechanical and associated services on our Antarctic based stations. Jobs Sun, 21 Jul 2013 23:59:00 GMT