Colorado/Antarctica tech weenie job

[sayjay]

Hey y'all,

Here's a job that came across my desk. I've met enuf job-seeking cc.com'ers and enuf science geek cc.com'ers that I thought someone here might be a good match...

You'd spend your summers in Colorado and your "winters" (Antarctic summers) at McMurdo Station, Antarctic, which is accessed via New Zealand. Must be able to deal w/ absurd corporate rules and realize you won't have free reign to run all over the continent, but you WOULD get to got to the Ice....

 

(moderators, move this if you can think of a better thread to put it in!)

 

 

 

 

TITLE: Supervisor, Laboratory Operations, Assistant, Senior (M9)

 

REPORTS TO: Off-ice: Supervisor, Laboratory Operations

On-ice: Supervisor, Laboratory Operations, or Senior RPSC Manager

 

SUMMARY STATEMENT: This position is responsible for assisting in the safe operation and maintenance of laboratories in support of USAP scientists; assisting the identification of researcher requirements; the supervision of associated staff hired in support of these research efforts; and making recommendations for improvement of the use of the laboratories. Laboratories include analytical chemistry, computer, microbiology, microscopy, molecular biology, radioisotope, seawater aquaria and general use laboratories configured to support atmospheric physics, geology, and glaciology projects.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Serves as Point-of-Contact for assigned science projects. Reviews or supervises the review of the venue-specific research requirements based on the Support Information Packages (SIPs) and other sources. Communicates with research groups regarding support requirements, and organizes science planning conferences as needed. Prepares and distributes Research Support Plans.

 

Assists in review of research requirements, planning and scheduling of laboratory support for science projects. Provides input to the Supervisor Laboratory Operations and completes support and planning task as designated.

 

Assists in recruiting, hiring, training and supervising laboratory and science technical staff as directed.

 

Assists in researching, evaluating, justifying, and procuring laboratory and field instruments and equipment.

 

At stations where RPS has meteorology responsibilities, assists in monitoring the on-site observation program.

 

Provide input to the Supervisor, Laboratory Operations on suggested improvements to the laboratories and the associated systems that would enhance their use as research facilities.

 

On the ice and in the absence of the Supervisor, Laboratory Operations, the Supervisor, Laboratory Operations, Assistant, Senior will assume the tasking of the Supervisor Laboratory Operations.

 

Briefs scientists on safe laboratory practices and procedures and coordinates compliance with OSHA Laboratory Standard.

 

Assists in supervising the use of radioisotopes and radiation producing equipment by NSF/OPP approved groups.

 

Assists in monitoring the receipt, inventory, and proper use and disposal of hazardous laboratory chemicals including radioisotopes and photographic chemicals. Assists in segregating and packaging laboratory solid wastes for proper disposal, reuse, and/or recycling. At Palmer Station this position will coordinate with the Coordinator, EH&S for waste chemical packing and documentation, and/or provide oversight to the Supervisor, Laboratory Operations, Assistant.

 

Installs, calibrates, and maintains instruments and equipment as directed. Receives and inventories capital equipment, instruments, materials, and supplies. Assists in maintaining appropriate and accurate inventories of spare parts. Assists in packaging of capital equipment, instruments, materials, and supplies for recalibration, repair, or replacement. Assists in organizing and scheduling instrument and equipment specific training for lab staff while off ice as directed.

 

Ensures that the fabrication of equipment and other support requests made by science projects is properly scheduled and coordinated.

 

Assists in managing the safe use of the science hand tool shop, if present, monitoring compliance with the science shop use policy.

 

In the absence of a Cryogenics Technician, assists in providing cryogens, monitoring the safe use of cryogens, and monitoring a cryogenic supplies inventory.

 

Conducts briefings on research and tours of the laboratory facilities for distinguished visitors.

 

Prepares weekly, monthly and end of season status reports as necessary.

 

Handles confidential matters (personnel actions, management reports, etc.) in accordance with management policy.

 

Interacts with the National Science Foundation, military, and other agency officials, both over the telephone and in person, in a professional and tactful manner.

 

As necessary, communicates professional, both orally and in writing, with their subordinates as needed to relay information they need in order to be successful in their jobs. This includes, but is not limited to, staff meetings, performance appraisals, job requirements, division metrics, projects, Quality Standard Procedures, and safety practices.

 

Performs other duties as required.

 

EDUCATION: A Bachelor’s degree in a natural or physical science or four years career experience working with researchers in an academic laboratory.

 

CERTIFICATIONS, AND/OR LICENSING REQUIREMENTS: None required

 

TRAINING: None required

 

EXPERIENCE: Two years of laboratory or observatory technical work experience and one year supervisory experience required. Laboratory or observatory technical work should include operational experience utilizing analytical equipment. A background in an academic research environment providing direct support to science projects is highly desirable. Operational knowledge of Windows 95 and MS Office Products. Strong background and training in Laboratory Occupational Safety and Health Administration and Nuclear Regulatory Commission safety regulations is recommended.

 

PHYSICAL AND/OR OTHER SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS: Deployment may be required in this position at discretion of management. If required, the individual in the position must successfully complete the physical and dental examinations, and psychological examination for winter-over positions, as required by the NSF for deploying to Antarctica. Failure to meet these requirements may result in withdrawal of employment offer or other employment action. Complies with applicable safety, environment, health, and waste management policies and procedure. US citizenship or permanent residence required.

 

 

[sayjay]

oops! just realized there's some important info missing from the above:

 

The job is for the position of Senior Assistant Supervisor, Lab Operations (Crary Lab), and it would be starting as soon as possible.

 

The Senior Assistant Supervisor is a full time position based in Denver, with a deployment to McMurdo for approximately 5 to 6 months per year. This position deals with the day to day running of the Crary Science and Engineering Lab (CSEC) and requirements of research scientists working in the lab as part of NSF-funded research.

 

This person is responsible for a widevariety of tasks including, but not limited to, radioisotope use, lab safety, equipment and reagent requests, space allocations, environmental

rooms and refrigeration, permits, sample shipment processing, and the tasking of assistant supervisors.

 

Experience working in the Crary at a research or technical level is a definite plus, although not necessary. Similarly, recent lab experience at the technical level or above is a major plus, as is any lab management or supervisory experience.

 

 

Raytheon Polar Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information, contact:

Steve P. Alexander Ph.D.

Supervisor, Laboratory Operations

Raytheon Polar Services Company

7400 South Tucson Way

Centennial, CO 80112

(303) 790-8606 ext. 32352

steve.alexander@usap.gov

 

or call Lisa Ferber at 1-800-688-2247. Cover letters and Resumes should be sent electronically to Steve's email address (or via pony mail)

[snafflehound]

Before ya go, read this;

http://www.bigdeadplace.com/index.html

[glen]

Is right. Dat's some funny shite!

[j_b]

it should be noted as well that climbing is illegal within the USAP (unless you have a good reason and recreation is not a good reason)

[Ibex]

I had two good friends (husband and wife) do this for a couple years. She worked as a driver (delivering people and supplies) and he was a network administrator. This was back when Antartic Support Assoc. before Raytheon. YOu would be amazed at the huge variety of jobs down there: scientists, doctors, pipe fitters, carpenters, EMT's, pilots, divers, cooks, cleaners, cargo handlers, etc.....

 

They both gave the experience very high marks. They likened it to working at a "summer camp" when you are down there.

 

Cheers

[COL._Von_Spanker]

Why is Raytheon in Antartica?

 

BTW, I wouldn't want to work for a company that makes missiles.

Edited April 14, 2003 by COL._Von_Spanker

[erik]

COL._Von_Spanker said:

Why is Raytheon in Antartica?

 

MONEY

 

 

[iain]

the casings for the tomahawk cruise missile are dried seal skin.

[sayjay]

Hey Ibex,

Who were your friends who were on the Ice?

I might have known them... was there for a year back in '92-'93, then again for Winfly '94. Any overlap?

 

Re: recreation on the Ice.

True, recreational climbing is not allowed, but that don't mean it doesn't happen

Got my first and only ice lead in down there... and as asst lab supervisor you'd get in a boondoggle or two for sure. helo trip to the dry valleys or whatever.

 

but yeah, check out they web link above to get an idea of what you'd be getting yourself into. it's not a normal place...

[j_b]

True, recreational climbing is not allowed, but that don't mean it doesn't happen

 

I recall that Mug Stump was banned from returning with the program after he published his FAs in the Vinson massif (worked for his brother back then)

[fleblebleb]

sayjay said:Strong background and training in [...] Nuclear Regulatory Commission safety regulations is recommended

 

Oops... does that rule out everybody except Trask?