Science careers
Working for BAS - a unique and remarkable opportunity
Careers at BAS
British Antarctic Survey enables world-leading interdisciplinary research in the Polar Regions. We employ a wide range of skilled science, operational and support staff based in Cambridge, Antarctica, on ships and aircraft as well in the Arctic. We work together to deliver research that uses the Polar Regions to advance our understanding of Earth as a sustainable planet. We embrace diversity and equality of opportunity, and are committed to building inclusive and diverse teams that represent all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible.
Jobs in Antarctica
We employ experts from many different professions to keep the lights on, feed the research and support teams and keep everyone safe. Explore this section to find out what’s on offer.
Equality, diversity and inclusion
We are an equal opportunities employer that aims to embrace diversity in all its forms and provide staff with a sense of belonging no matter their characteristics, culture, experience, education or economic background.
Engineering and technology careers
Extreme engineering to enable world-leading polar science
Mariners
Opportunities to work on the RRS Sir David Attenborough
Pilots
Flying in a place like no other
People
Our staff are the essential key to success
Diversity in UK Polar Science Initiative
Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office helping increasing representation of people from under-represented groups engaged in Polar Science.
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