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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in laboratory resource management, compliance with environmental regulations, and safety practices. Proven ability to support scientific research objectives and maintain operational efficiency in a remote research environment.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Laboratory Resource ManagementEnvironmental ComplianceSafety Practices MonitoringAnalytical Equipment UtilizationPublic Trust Security Clearance
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Hard Skills
Laboratory Support PlanningChemical OrderingInventory ManagementInstrument CalibrationHazardous Waste ManagementResearch Briefing PreparationOperational ExperienceTechnical Work ExperienceProject Deliverable AchievementSafety Program Implementation
Soft Skills
Independent WorkEffective CommunicationTeam CoordinationProblem SolvingAdaptability
Tools & Technologies
Laboratory InstrumentsAnalytical EquipmentCryogenic SuppliesSafety EquipmentInventory Management Systems
Certifications & Qualifications
Public Trust Security ClearanceNSF Physical ExaminationNSF Dental ExaminationNSF Psychological Examination
Industry Keywords
Environmental RestrictionsResearch Support PlanOSHA Laboratory StandardRemote Research StationAntarctica Deployment
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Assist in reviewing research requirements and planning and scheduling laboratory support for science projects
- Review environmental restrictions and permitting, ensure grantee user-group compliance, and track/report environmental disturbances in the Palmer area
- Allocate laboratory resources, including laboratories, instruments, chemicals, and supplies
- Order chemicals and laboratory supplies and assist with cargo tracking
- Oversee and assist with science objectives in the NSF/ASC/PI-approved Research Support Plan
- Carry out supervisor responsibilities for Palmer Science Support staff
- Research, evaluate, justify, and procure laboratory and field instruments and equipment
- Receive and inventory capital equipment, instruments, materials, and supplies
- Recommend laboratory and associated-system improvements to the Peninsula Implementation Manager
- Brief scientists on safe laboratory practices and monitor OSHA Laboratory Standard and radiation-safety compliance
- Monitor hazardous chemical and radioisotope receipt, inventory, use, and disposal
- Segregate and package laboratory solid waste for disposal, reuse, or recycling
- Assist with installation, calibration, and maintenance of instruments and equipment
- Maintain accurate spare-parts inventories
- Package equipment and supplies for recalibration, repair, or replacement
- Schedule and coordinate equipment fabrication and other science-project support requests
- Provide cryogens, monitor their safe use, and maintain cryogenic-supply inventory
- Conduct research briefings and laboratory tours for distinguished visitors
- Implement and maintain a safe workplace program
- Prepare weekly, monthly, and end-of-season status reports
- Perform additional duties including janitorial work, snow removal, and emergency response
Requirements
What you’ll need- BS and 4–8 years of prior relevant experience, or Master's with 2–6 years of prior relevant experience
- Experience in lieu of education is accepted
- Ability to work independently to achieve day-to-day objectives with significant impact on operational results or project deliverables
- US Citizenship required
- Must obtain a Public Trust security clearance prior to starting date
- Successful completion of NSF-required physical, dental, and psychological examinations for deployment to Antarctica
- Must meet NSF deployment eligibility requirements, including no qualifying discipline or separation within the past three years for stalking, sexual assault, or sexual harassment
- Four years of laboratory or observatory technical work experience preferred
- Operational experience utilizing analytical equipment preferred
- Background in an academic research environment providing direct support to science projects highly desirable
- Previous experience working in Antarctica or another remote research station desired
- Camera must remain on during the interview; interviewer may take a picture for identification if an offer is extended
Benefits
Comp & perks- Seasonal deployment role with approximately 7 months of employment, from March through October 2027
- Standard work schedule of 54 hours per week
- Optional participation on an Emergency Response Team (ERT), including Fire Brigade, Trauma Team, and Search and Rescue