South Pole Research Associate (i)

Leidos UK

Remote
$69,550.00 - $125,725.00; not specified; not speci...
Fully remote
Maintain and troubleshoot scientific equipment
Assist with data collection
Operate cryogenic equipment
The Research Scientist position supports a variety of scientific research projects in the physical and astrophysical sciences at remote Antarctic field stations

Job Summary

  • The Research Scientist position supports a variety of scientific research projects in the physical and astrophysical sciences at remote Antarctic field stations.
  • Deployment to Antarctica is required for this position, with an expected duration of approximately 13 months.
  • Leidos supports the NSF’s Office of Polar Program’s Antarctic Infrastructure and Logistics by aligning with their Mission and Vision Statements.

Matching Summary

The Research Scientist position supports a variety of scientific research projects in the physical and astrophysical sciences at remote Antarctic field stations.

Salary

$69,550.00 - $125,725.00; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Maintain and troubleshoot scientific equipment
  • Assist with data collection
  • Operate cryogenic equipment
  • Work in remote Antarctic field stations
  • Deployment to Antarctica required
  • Emergency Response Team assignment

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with diverse groups
  • High stress situation experience
  • Conflict resolution experience
  • Familiarity with Macintosh and Linux/Unix

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in relevant STEM field
  • Two years laboratory or observatory technical work
  • Two years electronic troubleshooting experience
  • US Citizenship required
  • Public Trust security clearance required

Work Rights

US Citizenship required

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