Web Developer

Classification: ANU Officer 7 (Information Technology)
Salary package: $110,546 - $116,083 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Terms: Full-time, Fixed Term, up to 24 months

The Position

The Research School of Physics at The Australian National University is seeking a talented Web Developer to support world-leading imaging sciences research at the National Centre for X-ray Micro-Computed Tomography (CTLab).

Working under the broad direction of the Senior Software Engineer and with a high degree of autonomy, you will design, develop and maintain full-stack web applications that support the collection, processing, analysis and visualisation of scientific data. A key focus of the role will be supporting the OreAI project and enhancing the functionality and usability of CTLab web services.

You will collaborate with researchers, professional staff and external partners to develop innovative web-based solutions, resolve platform issues, implement secure and scalable systems, and ensure software aligns with modern web security standards and best practices.

The Person

You will bring demonstrated experience in full-stack web development, with strong Python backend skills and knowledge of modern frontend frameworks. You will have expertise in database technologies, Linux environments, and software engineering best practices, along with excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and organisational skills. A commitment to collaboration, inclusion and delivering high-quality technical solutions in a research-focused environment is essential.

The School and Department

The Department of Materials Physics is part of the Research School of Physics and delivers internationally recognised research across a broad range of physics disciplines. The department is home to the National Centre for X-ray Micro-Computed Tomography (CTLab), which provides advanced imaging capabilities and supports collaborative research with academic, government and industry partners.

The College

The ANU College of Science and Medicine encompasses disciplines including Astronomy and Astrophysics, Biology, Chemistry, Earth Sciences, Physics, Medicine, Psychology and Medical Research. The College delivers world-class research and research-led education supported by extensive international collaborations and state-of-the-art facilities.

For further information please contact, Lachlan Deakin, OreAI Lead Developer E: Lachlan.deakin@anu.edu.au.  

The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on indigenous.employment@anu.edu.au 

ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to people of all backgrounds and identities.  For more information about staff equity at ANU, click here. For enquiries about the application process, or if you require reasonable adjustment to apply for this role, please contact the hiring manager on the above listed details.

Application information

In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents:

• A statement addressing the selection criteria.
• A current curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees you can complete these online when prompted in the application form.
• Other documents, if required.

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

Please note: The preferred candidate must have rights to live and work in Australia and will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment declarations and background checks relevant to the role they have applied for, in accordance with the Background Checking Procedure and the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence.