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SDA Atmospheric and Aerosol Science Systems Engineer
British Antarctic Survey
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4.7
Madingley Road, Cambridge CB3 0ET
£46,444 - £51,088 a year
Fixed term contract, Full-time
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£46,444 - £51,088 a year
Fixed term contract, Full-time
Madingley Road, Cambridge CB3 0ET

Full job description

British Antarctic Survey - BAS 26 75
Contract type 3 year Fixed-Term Contract
Location Cambridge
Salary Band D S1 £46,444 - £51,088 per annum
Closing date 15/11/2026
Interview date w/c 23/11/2026

Overview
Purpose
To commission the atmospheric science systems onboard the RRS Sir David Attenborough (SDA) including:

  • the operation of the trace gas and aerosol instrumentation.
  • implementing air sampling methods for the atmospheric science instrumentation on board the SDA, including sample flow control and inlet characterisation.
  • developing standard operating procedures (including routine maintenance schedules, calibration procedures, responsibility for stock and consumables).
  • supporting the modification of equipment where necessary.
  • writing relevant health and safety documentation (input of data into BAS information management system), automation of the systems to build high-quality, long-term observations and datasets.

Duties

  • To develop scientific or operational electronic and electrical systems.
  • To maintain scientific or operational systems including those on ships or at remote polar locations. Some ability to support and understand mechanical systems would also be expected.
  • Provide engineering support and projects to the scientific and operational departments in the UK, and users on board ships and in polar regions.
  • Working with and supporting engineering colleagues, delivering projects and tasks in a professional manner.
  • Other duties as appropriate.

Skills, Qualifications, and Experience
Essential

  • Experience with atmospheric science instrumentation.
  • Field work experience.
  • Experience with gas handling systems.
  • Troubleshooting instrumentation.
  • Relevant HNC or higher Degree level.
  • Suitable engineering or scientific mathematical capabilities.
  • Proficient in written and spoken English.
  • Demonstrable Teamwork.
  • Willingness to work on ship or remote polar environment.
  • You will need to pass a medical to demonstrate that you are medically fit to work in Antarctic conditions.

Desirable

  • Experience with trace gas or aerosol measurements.
  • Knowledge of traceability of standards/calibration scales as applied to atmospheric measurements.
  • Experience with Polar or marine systems, including the maintenance of instrumentation or measurement systems.
  • Data acquisition.
  • High level programming, Python, or similar.
  • Degree level Relevant Degree and/or extensive experience. Masters/PhD or equivalent experience.
  • Experience use of design software.
  • Project and budget management for small projects.
  • Able to communicate to a wide range of audiences.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills.

The role holder will be required to have the appropriate level of security screening/vetting required for the role. UKRI reserves the right to run or re-run security clearance as required during the course of employment.

Pay: £46,444.00-£51,088.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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