Race Equity Network at British Antarctic Survey
BAS staff and students have access to UKRI’s Racial Inclusion & Striving for Equity (RISE) Network. The network has been set up to form a collaborativ...
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Skip to main contentBritish Antarctic Survey (BAS), an institute of the Natural Environment Research Council (UKRI-NERC)*, delivers and enables world-leading interdisciplinary research in the Polar Regions. Its skilled science and support staff based in Cambridge, Antarctica and the Arctic, work together to deliver research that uses the Polar Regions to advance our understanding of Earth and our impact on it.
*NERC is part of UK Research and Innovation www.ukri.org. UK Research and Innovation works in partnership with universities, research organisations, businesses, charities, and government to create the best possible environment for research and innovation to flourish.
Through its extensive logistic capability and know-how BAS facilitates access for the British and international science community to the UK polar research operation. Numerous national and international collaborations, combined with an excellent infrastructure, help sustain a world-leading position for the UK in Antarctic affairs. The UK is one of over thirty countries operating scientific research facilities in Antarctica.
BAS employs over 500 highly skilled and professional staff from several areas of expertise. More than 130 scientists publish more than 350 peer-reviewed papers each year focussed on issues of global significance across a range of physical, biological and geological sciences.
If you are looking for a rewarding career, working with amazing people in amazing places then British Antarctic Survey could be for you. The extraordinary nature of polar research, operations and support provides extraordinary opportunities. Explore the culture and benfits to find out what’s on offer.
BAS staff and students have access to UKRI’s Racial Inclusion & Striving for Equity (RISE) Network. The network has been set up to form a collaborativ...
The Women’s Chapter staff network is a group which raises awareness about issues surrounding women in the workplace and provides a ‘listening ear’ for...
Mental Health: Take care of your mental wellbeing. It matters! Mental health is an important part of overall wellbeing, and it’s ok to prioritise i...
Polar Pride is celebrated every year on November 18th as part of an ongoing effort to celebrate those who are LGBTQ+ in Polar Science. This was starte...
We are a member of Disability Confident, a UK Government scheme, which means BAS is among 18,000 UK employers committed to challenging attitudes towar...
Disability Matters is a staff network which provides both support and a unified voice for colleagues with disabilities, impairments, and health ...
We are committed to promoting good working practices and a productive balance between work and life outside work. To support this, we offer a range of...
The MultiFaith Network is a friendly and welcoming community formed to provide support, share information, and socialise with other members of faith....
Social Wellbeing: It’s everyone’s responsibility to help create a safe and respectful work environment. Speaking up and calling out unwanted behavi...
Putting people and prevention at the heart of our safety culture In summer 2023 we launched our Safety Together campaign; a joined-up approach to saf...
Taking the Pledge on Diversity & Inclusion This initiative gives staff and students a way to show that British Antarctic Survey offers an open, no...
The British Antarctic Survey is committed to excellence in science, operational professionalism and developing our staff to reach their full potential...
The role of the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Champion is to actively promote awareness of EDI issues and to enhance and embed EDI across BA...
We support a strong and vibrant Doctoral Training Programme with around 70 postgraduate researchers who will become the next generation of polar scien...
As a component of NERC* British Antarctic Survey shares its approach and commitment to corporate responsibility with respect to social, ethical and en...
The BAS Staff Forum provides a platform for all BAS employees to contribute to our overall organisational and people development strategies in line wi...
As part of a series of activities and initiatives to mark the 200th anniversary of the discovery of Antarctica, the Diversity in UK Polar Science init...
Our Vision
To be a world-leading centre for polar science and polar operations, addressing issues of global importance and helping society adapt to a changing world.
BAS is a research-driven organisation recognised for:
BAS is part of a community of international polar organisations, national science bodies and leading employer organisations working together to make Polar science more diverse and inclusive. We believe that all of us should have the opportunity to develop our skills and reach our full potential whatever our identity or background.
BAS has been a member of the Athena Swan Charter since 2014. Athena Swan is used across the globe to support and transform gender equality within higher education and research, and BAS is proud to hold an Athena Swan Silver Award.
We aim to be an attractive employer for jobs that do not require a specialist background in environmental science, such as operational roles. We compare workforce data with our local community to ensure that we are attracting diverse employees. We are supporting change through positive action.
We are a member of Disability Confident, a UK Government scheme, which means BAS is among 18,000 UK employers committed to challenging attitudes towards disability. BAS has a positive approach to employing people with a disability or health condition, and we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the requirements for any job vacancy.
And we are part of enei, the Employers Network for Equality & Inclusion, the UK’s leading employer network covering all aspects of equality and inclusion issues in the workplace.
Equality, diversity and inclusion is vital for our society, our communities and our workplaces. All of us should have the opportunity to develop our skills and reach our full potential whatever our identity or background. All of us should have the opportunity to work in a safe, supportive and inclusive environment and feel recognised and valued.
Science thrives on equality, diversity and inclusion; these are essential for the creative, collaborative and dynamic research that we need to understand our world and tackle the challenges we face.
Everyone at BAS – from support and technical staff to scientists and research vessel crews – has a key part to play in the science we do and in creating an inclusive workplace which welcomes diversity.
Our people are our key to our success. Those people who work for BAS create who we are, and what we want to become. Our vision is to be a world-leading centre for polar science and operations. The science we do addresses some of the world’s most pressing environmental concerns. Making our vision a reality depends on the excellence and diversity of our people.
We are committed to creating a workplace that is fair and inclusive, and which welcomes diversity. We value our employees, and recognise the contribution and potential of every individual at BAS.
Our cultural values are built on mutual respect, inclusion, commitment and excellence. We call them our PRICE values. They embody who we are and what we believe:
If you share these values, and want a career in Polar science, we want to hear from you.
List of all the benefits that British Antarctic Survey are offering their employees. Benefits may vary depending on role, location and length of service.
Support Worker Supported Living Cambridge, UK
Description The British Antarctic Survey (BAS) is looking for exceptional personnel to join our team of thirteen support staff at Rothera Research Station, comprising chefs, stati...
Security Agent United Kingdom
Description If you know your Snowcats, we'd love to hear from you! British Antarctic Survey (BAS) is looking for an exceptional Agricultural Plant Operator to join our team based
Mechanical United Kingdom
Description British Antarctic Survey (BAS) is looking for an exceptional Agricultural Plant Mechanic to join our team based in Antarctica. This is a fantastic opportunity to join...
Other Cambridge, UK
Description Glacial Sedimentologist - £39,375 - £43,313 We are looking for an outstanding postdoctoral researcher (PDRA) to join our Palaeo-environments, Ice sheets and Climate
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