Antarctica Seasonal Instrument Technician – Field Lab Support

NCSL International; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a McMurdo Seasonal Instrument Technician to support USAP scientists at McMurdo Station, Antarctica. The role involves operating and maintaining diverse laboratories and instruments, including analytical chemistry and microbiology, in a remote outpost environment.

The position requires deployment to Antarctica for 4-5 months with a 54-hour work week, NSF medical clearances, and US citizenship. Strong organization and problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and at least 4 years' relevant experience or a Master's degree and at least 2 years' relevant experience.
• Must demonstrate organizational and interpersonal skills and be self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Assist in review of research requirements, planning, and scheduling of laboratory support for science projects.
• Assist in procuring laboratory and field instruments and equipment.
• Maintain inventories of spare parts and calibrate instruments.
• Install and calibrate lab instruments and perform preventative maintenance.
• Provide emergency repairs and keep maintenance history files.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Problem solving

Computer literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Leidos is seeking a McMurdo Seasonal Instrument Technician to support USAP scientists at McMurdo Station, Antarctica. The role involves operating and maintaining diverse laboratories and instruments, including analytical chemistry and microbiology, in a remote outpost environment.

The position requires deployment to Antarctica for 4-5 months with a 54-hour work week, NSF medical clearances, and US citizenship. Strong organization and problem-solving skills are essential.