Technical Officer

Classification: ANU Officer 4/5 (Technical)
Salary package: $75,492 - $90,926 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Term: Full-time, Fixed Term (up to June 2026)
(part-time, job share or a gradual increase in hours will be considered)

Working at ANU

This is an opportunity to work with a 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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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.

The Position

This is a key role for an organised technician to work on pivotal projects lead by Professor Penelope King, within the Geochemistry Department of the Research School of Earth Sciences.

The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting to deliver on two grants: Australian Research Council LEIF 22: Integrated volatile-mineral-isotope micro-analysis of Earth environments through sample preparation and analysis; and AuScope Opportunity Fund 3.1503 Novel Hyperspectral Mineral Mapping.

The Technical Officer will prepare, organise and analyse mineral samples, maintain state of the art lab equipment and data systems, undertake administrative duties, and support research and training activities. This is a key role within the King laboratory, and is fundamental to the successful outcomes of the ARC and AuScope Projects.

The Person

We are looking for a technician with experience working in technical laboratory environments. Highly developed organisational skills, experience in quality assurance and WHS, and effective self-management are key.

We are looking for someone who likes challenging problems and has a lifelong learning mindset.  We will highly regard demonstrated communication skills with a wide range of stakeholders and experience encouraging colleagues to workshop effective solutions.

Education and/or qualifications in Earth Sciences, Chemistry and/or Physics would be advantageous.

For more information about the position please contact Professor Penelope King on T: +61 2 6125 0667 E: penny.king@anu.edu.au 

To Apply

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 behavioural interview questions

If you require adjustments to participate in any of the above assessments, please contact our HR team at E: hr.cosm@anu.edu.au. 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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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.