To facilitate and conduct our scientific research in the polar regions, we employ experts from a range of professions. If you’re looking for an opportunity to work with amazing people in amazing places then British Antarctic Survey could be for you. Explore the pages below to find out more.
If you’re looking for an opportunity to work with amazing people in amazing places then British Antarctic Survey could be for you. It’s not just scientific roles, we need people 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.
Station and field support roles
Contract jobs in Antarctica. Find out if this appeals to you.
Engineering and technology careers
A dedicated team of engineering and logistics professionals underpins all British Antarctic Survey’s world-class polar science.
Mariners
Mariners on the RRS Sir David Attenborough work in some of the world’s most challenging seas. They also sail through areas of striking natural beauty.
Science careers
At British Antarctic Survey you can be part of an international research institute making a difference to advancing global knowledge of the polar regions and beyond.
Pilots
Find out what it takes to work as a British Antarctic Survey polar pilot, supporting research flights in remote Antarctic locations.
Working as a Field Guide
Working as a field guide for British Antarctic Survey (BAS) is a unique and rewarding experience. You’ll support deep-field science, deliver staff training, maintain equipment, and oversee safety in some of the most extreme environments on Earth.
