The National Science Foundation is seeking a qualified candidate for an Interdisciplinary (Antarctic Research Support Manager) position for the Antarctic Infrastructure and Logistics Section within the Directorate for Geosciences (GEO), Office of Polar Programs (OPP) in Alexandria, VA. For more information on GEO please click here. For more information on OPP please click here.

Duties

The management and funding of the United States Antarctic Program is the responsibility of the National Science Foundation. In addition to funding and planning the scientific program, the Office of Polar Programs is responsible for management of the logistics support to ensure that the scientific objectives can be met in an orderly and efficient manner. The Antarctic Infrastructure and Logistics (AIL) Section of the Office of Polar Programs is organized to fulfill these logistics functions both at NSF headquarters and in the field. The position of the Antarctic Research Support Manager is an important part of the Research Support Organization. The incumbent is responsible for the planning, development, and coordination of operational support plans for over one hundred scientific projects that annually take place on the continent of Antarctica and on research vessels in the Southern Ocean. As part of his/her duties, the incumbent annually oversees the evaluation of logistics and science support requirements associated with science proposals. After award, the Antarctic Research Support Manager works with support contractors and colleagues across the NSF and with other Government agencies to develop annual and multi-year plans for support of the research in Antarctica. A good working knowledge of science support techniques and technologies is required, including but are not limited to, aircraft and surface logistics, marine research, field laboratory systems, data processing, and communications. The incumbent consults with other government agencies such as the U.S. Geological Survey, NASA, and/or NOAA concerning USAP capabilities that may have application to other agencies missions. The Antarctic Research Support Manager actively participates in the development and management of the multi-million dollar budgets for the civilian support contractor. The incumbent is expected to serve as the Contracting Officers Technical Representative and Program Manager on support contracts in AIL as assigned, to help develop solicitation packages for new contracts, and to serve as a technical expert in evaluating bids in areas of technical development and science support. Principal Duties and Responsibilities in Antarctica He/she will be required to deploy to Antarctica to coordinate the support of the field and marine projects. Occasionally acts as the National Science Foundation's Representative at those stations in Antarctica. When in this position the incumbent is responsible for operational aspects of the integrated U.S. program in Antarctica in accordance with the promulgated plans for the season. The incumbent will also be responsible for the on-site monitoring and oversight of national and program policies in Antarctica, including research vessels in the Southern Ocean. These deployments normally last from 0.5 to 2.5 months. Coordinates and helps make adjustments to established priorities for support among science and NSF contractor projects, Tasks both the contractors and military support personnel in carrying out the operational support plan to ensure successful field support. Reports to NSF/OPP any instances where the operational management is not making a reasonable effort to fulfill the objectives of the U.S. Antarctic Program. Works closely with the U.S. Science Representative(s) in Antarctica and with science Program Officers inside and outside of NSF as well as scientists working in Antarctica, evaluating their changing program needs and adjusting field and marine support so that the intended scientific work can be completed effectively. Advises the OPP and supporting contractors and support units, on the progress of science support, of current program plans, requirements and problems, and future needs. Assists in the dissemination of information about the U.S. Antarctic Program to visitors, including members of Congress or other senior government officials, members of the press and public information media, tourists, and others having an interest in Antarctica and having the occasion to visit it. Implements regulations in conservation and land management, ensures the compliance with permits issued for collecting biological specimens, and other regulatory measures affecting personnel working in Antarctica under grants from the National Science Foundation.

Requirements

Qualifications

Candidates must have a Ph.D. in an appropriate field plus after award of the Ph.D., six or more years of successful research, research administration, and/or managerial experience pertinent to the position; OR a Master's degree in an appropriate field plus after award of the degree, eight or more years of successful research, research administration, and/or managerial experience pertinent to the position. Appropriate fields include Biological Sciences, General Engineering, Physics, Geophysics, Geology or Oceanography.

Education

Please refer to the Qualifications section.

If your degree was obtained from a foreign institution, please also submit the certification from the Association for International Credential Evaluation Professionals, or certification equivalency.

Contacts

• Address NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION, OFFICE OF POLAR PROGRAMS 2415 Eisenhower Ave Alexandria, VA 22314 US
• Name: Staffing and Classification Branch
• Email: [email protected]