Overview
Full time, 2‐Year fixed term opportunity – shape national research capability and impact microscopy support across Australia. Base salary $126,065 – $142,171 (HEO8) + 17% superannuation. Applicants from all locations across Australia are encouraged to apply; flexible and remote working arrangements are supported.
About Microscopy Australia
Microscopy Australia is a consortium of university‐based facilities funded by the Commonwealth Government under the National Collaborative Research Infrastructure Strategy (NCRIS) and supported by state governments and institutional partners. The mission is to enable world‐class outcomes by providing essential infrastructure to observe the world at the micro, nano and atomic scale.
Responsibilities
* Lead and coordinate Microscopy Australia's national networks across a geographically distributed organisation.
* Build strong relationships with platform scientists, facility directors and researchers.
* Develop and deliver national initiatives that strengthen collaboration and capability.
* Coordinate professional development and training programmes for microscopy staff.
* Support technique development and knowledge sharing across facilities.
* Track engagement, outcomes and impact for reporting and continuous improvement.
Qualifications and Experience
* Demonstrated experience in one or more microscopy techniques (e.g., SEM, TEM, optical microscopy).
* Extensive experience coordinating programs or projects in complex, multi‐site environments.
* Strong experience working within research infrastructure or higher education settings.
* Proven ability to operate autonomously and influence across diverse stakeholder groups.
* Experience working across nationally distributed or multi‐site organisations, including coordinating stakeholders across different institutions.
* Postgraduate qualifications in a relevant field or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
* Unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of the employment.
Sponsorship / Work Rights
You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
Pre‐Employment Checks
Employment is conditional upon completion of all required pre‐employment and background checks. Ongoing employment is conditional upon maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements.
EEO Statement
At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence. We are committed to creating a community that thrives through diversity and inclusion, supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people living with a disability, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and LGBTIQ+ persons.
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