£36,650 - £39,032 the band minimum is the normal starting pay for those new to a role. In exceptional circumstances, when relevant skills and experience can be identified, a higher starting salary may be considered.
We will give full consideration to requests for flexible and part time working, such as reduced hours, compressed hours or job sharing. We also offer hybrid working and recognise the many benefits this brings. The nature of the role will determine if flexible and hybrid working options are possible.
Interview date – w/c 5th May 2025
British Antarctic Survey (BAS) is looking for an exceptional Transformation Co-ordinator to join our Research Development and Support (ReDS) team. BAS delivers and enables world-leading interdisciplinary research in the Polar Regions. We employ experts from many different professions to carry out our Science as well as keep the lights on, feed the research and support teams and keep everyone safe!
Working at BAS is rewarding. Our skilled science, operational 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 as a sustainable planet. Through our 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. British Antarctic Survey is a component of the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC), which is part of UK Research and Innovation www.ukri.org
As a valued member of our team, you’ll be eligible for the following benefits:
- 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays and 2.5 privilege days
- Excellent civil service pension (with 26% or more employer contribution, depending on your band)
- 24 hours/365 days access to employee assistance programme (EAP – including support with physical, mental, social, health and financial issues)
- Flexible and family friendly working opportunities
- Cycle to work scheme
- Access to discounted shopping on a range of retail, leisure and lifestyle categories and much more.
You’ll be joining our Research Development and Support (ReDS) team but with a close working relationship other transformation specialists within the BAS Transformation Programme
In this role, you’ll be instrumental in reshaping how BAS manages research data, driving real-world improvements in our systems and processes
Within the role, there will be an opportunity to develop skills in process analysis and optimization, system implementation, policy development, and stakeholder collaboration, as well as developing knowledge of grant regulations and research administration.
Current projects the team are working on include scoping and implementing changes to time recording and resource management processes, and improving reporting of research-related data.
You’ll be joining a world-leading interdisciplinary research organisation, that is committed to recruiting talented people like you, progressing your career and giving you the support, you need to thrive at BAS.
Some of your main responsibilities will include:
- Document and review existing research management systems and processes to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement. This will include (but is not limited to) processes associated with research grant data capture, analysis and reporting, and other project-management related processes such as time recording etc.
- Build familiarity /stay abreast of changes in grant regulations and funding agency requirements in so much as these impact proposed changes/implementation of grant management systems to ensure compliance with internal and external policies and regulations
- Co-ordinate and support ReDS Transformation Programme working groups, in close collaboration with the Head of ReDS and Transformation Team.
Please download job description for more details.
For the role of Research Information Transformation Co-ordinator, we are looking for somebody who has:
Degree Level Education in science or administration, or equivalent experience
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
A self-starter able to use their initiative to drive future thinking.
Please download job description for more details.
If we’ve just described you, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now at bas.ac.uk/vacancies.
What experiences can we offer you?
At BAS we believe everyone plays a vital role, is unique and valued, therefore, we embrace diversity as well as equality of opportunity and are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming working environment where everyone’s unique perspectives are valued.
Different perspectives and collaborative working help us achieve our best work and come together to form a high performing team which makes positive changes in the business. That’s the power of every individual. Our cultural values are built on mutual respect, inclusion, commitment and excellence.
If you are looking for an opportunity to work with world class and amazing people in one of the most unique places in the world, then British Antarctic Survey could be for you.
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