Technical Officer - Radiocarbon

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Work type:full time
Location:Sydney, NSW
Categories:Research Infrastructure

 The Opportunity

• Join a Go8 university that’s globally recognised for making an impact
• $96,960 - $103,434 (depending on exp.) + 17% super + leave loading
• Full-time (35 hours week) 2-year fixed term contract 

Chronos is based around an Ionplus MICADAS (Mini Carbon Dating System) accelerator mass spectrometer (AMS). The facility was developed in collaboration with researchers at ANSTO and is in a state-of-the-art purpose-built laboratory at the Kensington Campus of UNSW, part of the Mark Wainwright Analytical Centre . The facility includes equipment for chemical sample preparation, graphitisation for AMS dating, and stable isotope ratio mass spectrometry (IRMS).

The facility provides analytical research support to researchers at UNSW, within Australia and in institutions internationally, as welk as commercial radiocarbon analysis to archaeological consulting companies and industry. Reporting to the Chronos Director, you will support laboratory operations and perform chemical pre-treatment to enable IRMS and 14C measurements on the MICADAS accelerator.

The Organisation

UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. Yes, we’re a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. But what makes us different isn’t only what we do, it’s how we do it. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. Taking this combined approach is what makes our work matter. It’s the reason we’re Australia’s number one university for impact and among the nation’s Top 20 employers.

Benefits and Culture: 

UNSW offer a competitive salary and access to benefits including:

• Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period
• Access to learning and career development
• Progressive HR practices
• Discounts and entitlements  
• Affordable on-campus parking

About the successful applicant:

You have a relevant tertiary qualification and or experience; knowledge of earth sciences and chemistry will be highly regarded.   You can also demonstrate the following skills and experience:

• Chemical analytical techniques, including implementing sample pretreatment protocols. Experience in radiocarbon dating or analytical mass spectrometry will be viewed favourably.
• Proven technical capabilities in areas aligned with laboratory activities with a proven ability to apply knowledge and experience to analyse, investigate and solve technical and operational issues.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal), including the ability to liaise with a diverse group of clients and university staff.
• Experience working with, or training others within a inter/multidisciplinary research environment is highly desirable.
• Ability to work cooperatively and flexibly within a team environment, show initiative and be able to work independently for long periods unsupervised.
• An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
• Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training

To apply: If supporting a broad range of radiocarbon dating laboratory users is of interest to you, please submit your CV and Cover Letter, addressing Skills and Experience required in the Position Description.

Contact:  Shiree Thomas - Talent Acquisition Consultant e: [email protected]

Applications close: 11:55pm, Wednesday 3rd April 2024

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.

Advertised:13 Mar 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:03 Apr 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time