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British Antarctic Survey (BAS) offers careers unlike any other, working alongside dedicated professionals in a unique environment. Supporting world-class polar research and operations opens doors to experiences and opportunities you won’t find anywhere else.

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Jobs


IS8 Programme Director for Clean Energy and Growth

Job Title: Programme Director for Clean Energy and Growth | Council: NERC | Base location: Swindon with travel to other locations | Salary: £94,931 - £117,000 Per Annum | Contract and Duration: Open ended | Hours: full time & part time (min 0.8 FTE) | Travel Requirements: Travel to other locations in the UK

Location:
Swindon,Wiltshire,United Kingdom
Apply before:
29/3/2026 - 11:55 pm
Employment type:
Full Time
Category:
Project Management and Delivery
Find out more about the IS8 Programme Director for Clean Energy and Growth role

Ice/Ocean Modeller

British Antarctic Survey BAS 26/35 Contract type: FTA (24 months) Location: Cambridge Salary: D S2 £42,688 Closing date: 22/03/2026 Interview date: 14th-15th April 2026

Location:
Cambridge,Cambridgeshire,United Kingdom
Apply before:
24/3/2026 - 12:55 am
Category:
Science
Find out more about the Ice/Ocean Modeller role

Purser

British Antarctic Survey | Open-Ended Appointment | RRS Sir David Attenborough | £55,000 per annum | Closing date 22 March

Location:
RRS Sir David Attenborough,Antarctica
Apply before:
23/3/2026 - 12:55 am
Category:
Mariner
Find out more about the Purser role