Senior Technical Officer, Central Analytical Facilities

• Full-time/Continuing Position Located at Callaghan Campus
• Higher Education Worker Level 7
• Contribute to and support multidisciplinary research that makes a difference in our regions and around the globe

In this role, you will oversee the delivery of technical services associated with X-ray technologies, support an engaged research community, and partner with stakeholders to enhance the University’s central analytical capabilities. This includes:

• Applying strong technical knowledge in the performance and safe operation of X-ray technologies. Experience with X-ray Diffraction (routine powder and advanced workflows) along with associated accessories and sample preparation equipment are most desirable.
• Providing high level technical expertise, analyses, advice, assistance and training to a wide range of researchers and students at honours level and above.
• Assisting in the ongoing development of a platform of X-ray technologies at the university.
• Providing support across one or more additional Analytical Techniques (such as Scanning and Transmission Electron Microscopy, Confocal Microscopy, Mass Spectrometry, Flow Cytometry).
• Maintaining and supporting booking access systems to instruments, training manuals, service records and instrument usage reports.
• Conducting scheduled preventative maintenance tasks including routine calibration and cleaning
• Troubleshooting and resolve methodology and instrumentation issues quickly and efficiently.

This continuing position is full time and will be located at the Callaghan Campus (Awabakal and Worimi land). 

About You

You will have:

• Relevant qualifications and extensive experience in X-ray technologies (XRD experience with Routine Powder analysis, thin film, SAXS, in-plane scattering, and operando measurements are most desired).
• Additional capabilities across other X-ray techniques (XPS, XRF, microCT) are also desirable.
• A sound working knowledge of one or more additional Analytical Techniques (such as Scanning and Transmission Electron Microscopy, Confocal Microscopy, Mass Spectrometry, Flow Cytometry).
• Experience in health and safety aspects related to the installation, operation and maintenance of analytical research equipment and shared-use/centralised research facilities.

About our University

The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and creating a better future for our regions and the globe. Underpinned by this vision are our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability.

We provide opportunities for all people regardless of their background and experience, and this philosophy is reflected across all that we do. 

The University of Newcastle is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity and social inclusion. Women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.  

About the Unit

Our Central Analytical Facilities team provides University researchers, students and external partners access to a range of highly specialised, multi-disciplinary scientific equipment that drive discoveries and new knowledge. 

 We support 270 active research contracts worth a combined value of more than $142 million – with plans to expand this even further.

What we offer

The remuneration for this position is from $91259 - $102667 +17% superannuation and is commensurate with skills and experience. 

For information on our employee benefits (such as flexible working, discounts in private health insurance and gym memberships and salary packaging) please visit here.  

Your next steps

Click the Apply button to be redirected to the advert on our University of Newcastle jobs page where you will find a guide on how to apply and gain access to the job description.

 Your application must include:

•  Your resume
• A cover letter outlining your motivation to apply for this opportunity
• A statement addressing the Essential Criteria listed below

1. Post graduate qualifications or a related degree and extensive relevant experience; or equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
2.  Extensive current scientific and technical knowledge and demonstrated hands-on expertise with X-ray technologies and/or one of the additional analytical technology streams currently offered by the Central Analytical Facilities (SEM, TEM, X-Ray, analytical or biological MS, FACS, Confocal Microscopy), including the maintenance of instruments and equipment, sample preparation, analysis and interpretation of results, along with a working knowledge of second analytical methodology. Where applicable, please include the make and model of the technologies you are experienced with operating
3. Experience in health and safety aspects related to the installation, operation and maintenance of analytical research equipment and shared-use/centralised research facilities.
4. Demonstrated ability to provide a customer focused service and deal with stakeholders both internal and external to the University.
5. Demonstrated ability to resolve complex issues, including the ability to research and source technical information.

 Please upload your Cover Letter and response to the requested Criteria as one PDF document.

Your Cover Letter and Response to the Essential Criteria should not exceed 4 pages (approximately 2,000 words).

For specific position enquiries, please contact Nathan Smith, Senior Manager, Central Analytical Facilities on (02) 49218702 or via email Nathan.Smith@newcastle.edu.au.

Having Difficulties? Please reach out to us: employment@newcastle.edu.au

Closing date: 23/2/2023 at 11.59pm AEDT

We are excited to be Looking Ahead with you

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