Posted on:		May 2, 2008
Employer:		Australian National University
Job Location:		Canberra ACT Australia
Job Category:		Academic Positions
Required Degree:		none
Salary:		AUD$61,234 - $66,166

ANU College of Science
Research School of Physical Sciences and Engineering
Electronic Materials Engineering / ACT Node of ANFF

Professional Officer (Focused Ion Beam)
ANU Officer Grade 7 (Research)

Fixed Term – 4 years

Salary Range: $61,234 - $66,166 pa plus 17% super

Reference: PSE 4764

The Australian National Fabrication Facility (ANFF) provides Australian researchers with state-of-the-art fabrication capability for nanoparticles, nanostructures, nanosensors and nanotechnological devices. It is a seven-node facility, with nodes distributed throughout Australia, drawing on existing infrastructure and expertise. The Research School of Physical Sciences and Engineering at the ANU hosts the ACT Node of ANFF.

The establishment of the local node has created the position of Professional Officer with expertise in Focused Ion Beam (FIB) System who will play a significant role in cutting-edge research. This position will provide efficient management and operation of a FIB system which is an ANFF-designated facility. In addition the position will carry out various processes related to the FIB, train and supervise users of the system, in support of their research programs.

To be successful in the role you will have expertise in FIB system in a research environment with strong skills and experience in training and supervising personnel in the use of scientific equipment.

If you have strong communication and administrative skills, demonstrated ability to work efficiently to deadlines and contribute as an effective team player, we would welcome your application.

Selection Criteria:
http://info.anu.edu.au/hr/jobs/ or from Gillian Harman, T: 6125 2420, E: gillian.harman@anu.edu.au Enquiries: Dr Hoe Tan, T: 02 6125 0356, E: hoe.tan@anu.edu.au Closing Date: 21 May 2008

Information for applicants:
http://info.anu.edu.au/hr/Jobs/How_to_Apply/index.asp
Job Application Cover sheet:
http://info.anu.edu.au/policies/Forms/Human_Resources/Recruitment/HR86.asp.