Job Summary:

The medic is part of a small operational crew onsite to support the science activities in the summer. Population varies in the summer and indoor heated space is limited shared and public (with the exception of berthing rooms.) Common courtesy and respect are required and the operational crew play a role in assisting short-term visitors to achieve a successful trip. Shared tasking is assigned as needed but at all times the medics priority will be the safety of station personnel. As a subcontractor the medic represents the National Science Foundation (NSF) and a professional approach is required in all circumstances.

Staff and researchers using the station are generally working outside in extreme temperatures. Altitude illness is the most common complaint at Summit Station. The Medic is proactive in preparing visitors for such risks.

The Medic Position is stationed at Summit Station Greenland 24/7 and is scheduled from April through August. These dates will include transit days plus 1 day safety training and orientation in NY en route to Greenland.

The Subcontractors medical personnel are responsible for maintaining the camp medical inventory on an existing spreadsheet as well as preparing resupply orders for needed supplies to include vendor sourcing. They will provide feedback on inventory items to meet the needs of a remote field station. The field medical personnel play an integral role in the operations crew of Summit Station. They are expected to participate in collateral station duties as requested and are subject to station policies.

Key Responsibilities:

Caring for all medical issues that arise among individuals at Summit Station

Coordination of a remote outposts medical clinic

Education of the station residents to improve health and safety

Direction of an emergency response team

Regular communication with medical direction back at CU Anschutz

Work Location:

Onsite this role is expected to work onsite at Summit Station Greenland.

Why Join Us:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus has been sub-contracted to the National Science Foundation (NSF) to provide medical support for the suite of research activities ongoing in the Arctic.

Polar Field Services (PFS) is the prime logistics Subcontractor for the National Science Foundation (NSF) which funds research activities throughout the Arctic. Research is often conducted in very remote portions of the Arctic where there is little to no access to immediate emergency medical services and/or facilities. PFS provides a basic remote medical kit(s) and Iridium phone(s) to many of these remote field camps while other groups provide their own medical supplies and medications.

Summit Station is a Battelle Arctic Research Operations (ARO) supported research facility located at 10500 feet in elevation at 72.5 degrees North 38.5 degrees West near the summit of the Greenland ice sheet. Summit Station is open year-round. During the winter months the population is 5-6 people and staff are Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certified. During the months of April August the population increases to range from 30-50 people including researchers funded by the NSF to conduct research projects and ARO station operations personnel. The April August time-frame is staffed by a subcontracted medic (currently certified Paramedic Nurse Practitioner Physicians Assistant or Physician). During any season flights in and out of Summit can result in evacuation delays of up to 5 days. Staff and researchers using the station are generally working outside in extreme temperatures. Altitude illness is the most common complaint at Summit Station.

Why work for the University

We haveAMAZINGbenefits and offerexceptional amounts of holiday vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

Medical: Multiple plan options

Dental: Multiple plan options

Additional Insurance: Disability Life Vision

Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay

Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year

Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)

Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)

Holiday Days: 10/year

Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses

ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Each person working at Summit for longer than one flight period (staff and researchers) must pass an NSF medical and dental exam.

Paramedic Nurse NP or PA MD or DO

2 years minimum experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Technical climbing or rescue experience

Previous wilderness first responder training

Previous international experience

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

Microsoft Office

Experience with wilderness medicine altitude and living and working in extreme snow and cold conditions

High angle rescue

How to Apply:

For full consideration please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

2. Curriculum vitae / Resume

3. Five professional references including name address phone number (mobile number if appropriate) and email address

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at should be directed to: Amy Wayne

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration apply by March 1 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:

$55000 to $70000 annual salary range which will be pro-rated to be paid on a monthly basis for the length of time the employee is on assignment.

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the Universitys good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

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The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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