Benthic Biodiversity Assistant

The British Antarctic Survey (BAS), part of the Natural Environment Research Council, aims to undertake a world-class programme of scientific research, and to sustain for the UK an active and influential regional presence and a leadership role in Antarctic affairs. 

We are now looking for a Benthic Biodiversity Assistant to examine specimens, photos and/or video of benthic biodiversity from Southern Ocean science cruises.

Qualifications: Biology A level or degree

Duration: 12 weeks fixed term appointment

Salary: Salary will be in the range of £14,620 to £18,910 per annum pro-rata. We offer a generous benefits package including a defined salary pension scheme, free car parking, flexible working hours and 30 days annual leave per annum pro-rata.

On-line application forms and further information are available on our website at www.antarctica.ac.uk/employment

These are also available from the Human Resources Section, British Antarctic Survey, High Cross, Madingley Road, Cambridge, CB3 0ET. Tel: (01223) 221508. 

Please quote reference: BAS 111/12
Closing date for receipt of application forms is 28th October 2012
Interviews are scheduled to be held on 7th November 2012


We welcome applications from all sections of the community. People from ethnic minorities are currently under-represented and their applications are particularly welcome.