PROGRAM MANAGER (STATION MANAGER, ANTARCTICA), AD-0340-04
Agency
National Science Foundation
Location
Anywhere in the U.S. (remote job), United States,
Salary
$173,190 - $207,500 Per Year
Open & closing dates
Posted: September 29, 2025
Closes: October 6, 2025 (1 days left)
Job Description
This position is for a Program Manager (Station Manager, Antarctica) for the Antarctic Infrastructure and Logistics (AIL) Section in the Directorate for Geosciences (GEO), Office of Polar Programs (OPP). The Station Manager provides on-site, day-to-day oversight of Antarctic station operations from McMurdo and directs logistics and operational decisions impacting South Pole and inland field locations. For more information about GEO, click here. For more information about OPP, click here.
Qualifications
The Station Manager must hold an advanced degree and possess significant operational leadership experience. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in a relevant scientific, engineering, or technical field, and at least six (6) or more years of successful research, research administration, and/or managerial experience pertinent to the position after the award of the degree.; OR A Master's degree in a relevant scientific, engineering, or technical field, and at least eight (8) or more years of successful research, research administration, and/or managerial experience pertinent to the position after the award of the degree. Relevant disciplines include civil, mechanical, structural, electrical, or electronics engineering; facilities operations and management; or a closely related field. This should be complemented by professional experience aligned with the mission of the Office of Polar Programs or directly relevant to the responsibilities of the position. Must demonstrate the ability to: Manage large-scale, complex operations in remote or austere environments. Lead and oversee multidisciplinary teams. Direct logistics, infrastructure operations, and research station support. Apply knowledge of contracts, interagency agreements, or cooperative partnerships. Exercise independent judgment and decision-making under high-risk and resource constrained conditions. Highly desired experience will be considered: Direct leadership experience in polar, expeditionary, or extreme-environment operations. Proven ability to manage remote research stations, large field programs, or comparable facilities in isolated settings. Expertise in emergency management, search and rescue coordination, or law enforcement authority in support of federal operations. Experience serving as a federal representative in interagency, international, or contractor oversight roles. Demonstrated success in resolving complex logistical and operational challenges involving multiple stakeholders, including international partners, the U.S. military, contractors, and research organizations.
Required Documents
All applicants must submit a resume in any format. Resume length should be limited to no more than two pages. It is also highly encouraged that applicants submit a cover letter detailing experience relevant to the position. In order to be considered for federal appointments, Non-Citizens must affirm that they meet the Appropriations Law eligibility criteria by signing and attaching this Citizenship Affidavit to their application. Non-citizens who do not provide the affidavit at the time of application will not be considered. Non-Citizens who are exempt from the Appropriations Law requirements due to their status as officers or employees of the U.S. government on December 16, 2009 must provide a statement with their application noting their exemption with documentation of proof of status as officers or employees of the U.S. government on that date. You are strongly encouraged to upload a current performance appraisal and/or letter(s) of recommendation and a supplemental statement that describes how your background relates to the Quality Ranking Factors (QRFs) listed in the Qualifications and Evaluation Requirements section of this announcement. Additionally, you are encouraged to list all applicable awards either in your CV or in a supplemental statement. This information will be used in the evaluation process. Transcripts are not required; however, please indicate the year that each degree was obtained on your application materials. If your degree was obtained from a foreign institution, you MUST submit the certification from the Association for International Credential Evaluation Professionals, or certification equivalency. All uploading must be completed before 11:59 PM Eastern time on the vacancy closing date.
Department Information
Agency
National Science Foundation
Department
Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
Location
Anywhere in the U.S. (remote job), United States, , United States