Heavy Ion Radiation Effects Specialist

Classification: ANU Officer 8 (Specialist)
Salary package: $115,511 - $123,519 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Term: Full time, Continuing (contingent funded)

This position is continuing (contingent funded). The funding that supports this project has an expected end date of 30 June 2028.

Position Overview

This is a critical role in a friendly, motivated team providing unique, heavy-ion radiation testing services for the space sector, advanced materials and the life sciences, within the Heavy Ion Accelerators (HIA) National Collaborative Research Infrastructure Strategy (NCRIS) project. HIA operates heavy-ion accelerators at the Australian National University and the University of Melbourne, providing accelerated ion beams for a wide variety of research and industry applications.

As the Team Leader for the Space Irradiation Beamline (SIBL) within the Heavy Ion Accelerator Facility (HIAF), you will be responsible for engagement with current and prospective users of the facility, and the planning, design and execution of heavy-ion irradiation campaigns, using the Heavy Ion Accelerator Facility to irradiate user-provided materials and devices such as electronics intended for space applications, novel radiation shielding materials and biological samples.

User demand for HIAF-SIBL is growing rapidly. HIAF-SIBL is part of the Australian Space Qualification Network (NSQN), a network of complementary facilities providing rigorous testing and qualification of spacecraft components within Australia. Find out more about the NSQN here: https://nsqn.org

The Person

We are looking for a candidate who combines deep expertise in nuclear physics or a closely-related discipline with strong interpersonal and client liaison skills, enjoys challenging problems and encourages team members and colleagues to workshop effective solutions, is highly organised and takes a strong interest in the professional development of their team. You will have a postgraduate degree in physics or be within six months of the degree being awarded.

-Learn more about Heavy Ion Accelerators, the Heavy Ion Accelerator Facility and the Space Irradiation Beamline here: https:www.accelerators.org.au.  HIAF is located in the Research School of Physics (RSPhys): you can find out more about RSPhys here: https://physics.anu.edu.au

Working at ANU

This is an opportunity to work in a key national research infrastructure facility, hosted at world class University that undertakes cutting edge research and has a strong tradition in research-led teaching excellence.

We offer:

• Flexible working arrangements including hybrid arrangements working both on our beautiful, green campus and working remotely,
• Generous paid parental leave entitlements of up to 32 weeks. We are one of the leading employers in Australia for parental leave entitlements,
• Designated parent rooms, quiet spaces and childcare facilities on campus,
• Career support, training, mentoring & upskilling opportunities.

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A Diverse and Inclusive Team

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ANU is a large, diverse employer with staff working across numerous professions (see the full list of available roles here. We are a recipient of the bronze award through the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) program and a platinum member of the Australian Network on Disability. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities and from individuals who may have had a non-linear career path, career gaps or career breaks.

For more information about the position please contact Dr Tom McGoram, CEO Heavy Ion Accelerators on T: +61 2 6125 7358 E: thomas.mcgoram @anu.edu.au.  

Application Information

To be considered for this position, please upload the following documents:

• A current curriculum vitae (CV), and
• No more than a two page summary addressing your suitability against the selection criteria.

The committee will consider candidates that do not meet one or more aspects of the selection criteria.

If shortlisted, candidates will be asked to complete a 30-minute interview using structured, behavioural interview questions.

If you require adjustments to participate in any of the above assessments, please contact our HR team at E: hr.cos@anu.edu.au or T: +61 2 6125 5688. Any adjustment request or the disclosure of disability will not be communicated to the selection committee without the candidates consent and it will not having any bearing on hiring decisions.

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Please note: The successful applicant must have rights to live and work in this country, and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.